The Lodge, Tyrell's Hall, Shepreth, SG8

PROPERTY INSIGHT
A stunning detached Grade II listed period cottage, set within tranquil parkland just a five-minute walk from Shepreth's mainline station. Renovated by the current owners to an award-winning standard, and lovingly maintained, this two-bedroom home combines centuries of character with the comforts of modern living. It sits on a generous plot of about a third of an acre. A recently laid water reed thatch roof (expected life 50–80 years) offers superior durability and natural fire-retardancy over traditional straw, and there is further potential to extend (STPP).

Set back from the road behind mature cottage gardens, the home is charmingly welcoming, with soft brick paths meandering around the house, past the vegetable beds to the patio and wildlife pond. Life here is well-placed for professionals: fast trains to London and Cambridge from the village station, with the newly opened Cambridge South station offering direct access to Addenbrooke's hospital and the AstraZeneca Discovery Centre. The West Cambridge site and the Wellcome Genome Campus are easily accessible by road.

Stepping inside, the kitchen is bright and welcoming, with lovely period detail, old brick-paved flooring and exposed beams, a room that invites lingering to enjoy the garden wildlife. The dual-aspect dining room is a natural gathering space, with room to entertain, and stairs rising to the first floor. The lounge is a comfortable retreat. Its exposed brick fireplace and garden-and -parkland views making it the perfect spot to settle into by day or on a winter evening. A separate pantry-cum-lobby adds useful everyday storage, and could provide a cosy office.

The characterful bathroom, on the ground floor offers a freestanding Victorian roll-top bath and a separate shower cubicle. To the rear, a large heated utility and hobby room houses a new boiler (warrantied until 2034), a Belfast-style sink, plumbing for appliances, and loads of useful storage — the practical space of the home, and a fine spot to kick off muddy boots after a walk in the countryside.

Upstairs, the cottage continues to charm, with two double bedrooms laid with beautiful original elm floorboards and enjoying elevated views over the surrounding parkland. The principal bedroom features a bespoke elm wardrobe, crafted to suit the room.

Outside, the cottage continues to delight. The established gardens are fully enclosed by mature trees and native hedgerows, offering a private, unhurried place to sit and enjoy the sunshine. There are lawns and a paved patio for entertaining, mature shrubberies and flower beds, four large raised vegetable beds, an attractive herb garden, a wildlife pond with rockery and bog pool, a pretty greenhouse, and a large timber shed. Ample off-road parking sits to the side of the property.

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LOCATION - SHEPRETH
Shepreth is a peaceful civil parish village in South Cambridgeshire, located just off the A10 between Cambridge (8 miles) and Royston (5½ miles).

Transport links are excellent: Shepreth railway station, 5 mins walk from the property, provides mainline services to London (Kings Cross) and Cambridge. By road, the M11 is about five miles to the east (12 min); the A505 is 3 miles to the South; and the A1(M) about 15 miles to the south-west (18 min). London Stansted (35 min) and Luton (45 min) Airports are within easy reach.

Whilst small, the highly desirable village of Shepreth offers many attractive benefits, including a large garden centre with associated retail outlets and cafe, and two well-regarded pubs offering brilliant food, beers, music, and a lively atmosphere.  The village is also home to Shepreth Wildlife Park, a famous local attraction working to conserve all manner of creatures from hedgehogs to owls, meerkats to lynx. A mile away is Cambridge Wildlife Trust’s Shepreth L-moor reserve.  Docwra’s Manor Garden, in the village centre, is open regularly.   Shepreth’s All Saints Church is a historic 12th Century building in regular use with a small but active congregation. There are many clubs and organisations to join, as well as fitness classes to attend. There are also recreation grounds, and a village hall which is available for hire.   

Amenities in nearby Melbourn and Royston include a more extensive range of shops, doctors’ and dentists’ surgeries, sports and golf clubs, leisure centres, and schools for all ages.  The sports centre and indoor swimming pool in Melbourn have been recently refurbished and ready for the public to visit offering the perfect setting for training and leisure. There is a popular farm shop with restaurant in neighbouring Meldreth, while Cambridge offers a very comprehensive range of cultural, shopping and recreation facilities as well as further excellent independent schools.

To truly appreciate what this lovely village has to offer, we invite all potential buyers to visit and explore the local area. You won't be disappointed!