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For saleListed 465 days
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About
For sale with no onward chain. High Street in Melbourn is a truly unique opportunity to acquire a Grade II listed semi-detached thatched cottage steeped in history and full of character.
Believed to date back to the early 17th century and in the same family since around 1850, this charming home is now ready for a new owner to lovingly restore it to its former glory.
Packed with period features including exposed beams and original brickwork, the property comprises two reception rooms on the ground floor, one of which was historically used as a ‘tea room’, and a dining room offering flexible living space.
A rear kitchen extension provides access to the bathroom. Upstairs you’ll find two generous double bedrooms, the second of which features a large storage cupboard.
The rear garden offers potential for landscaping or extending the property (subject to planning permission), making this a brilliant blank canvas for someone looking to create a truly special home.
Melbourn sits on the border of Hertfordshire and is one of South Cambridgeshire’s sought-after villages, with a long history dating back to Roman times.
Today, it offers a perfect balance of rural charm and modern convenience, with a strong community feel.
The village has a range of amenities including two pubs, a Co-op, doctors’ surgery, pharmacy, café, and primary and secondary schools.
Melbourn Primary School is rated "Good" by Ofsted, while Melbourn Village College is a popular choice for families and part of the well-regarded Cam Academy Trust.
Just 3 miles from the bustling market town of Royston and 10 miles from the world-renowned city of Cambridge, Melbourn is ideally positioned for commuters.
Meldreth and Royston train stations are both within easy reach, offering fast connections to London King’s Cross in under an hour and regular services to Cambridge in under 20 minutes.
This property will particularly appeal to developers or buyers with vision who are seeking a rare opportunity to restore a piece of Cambridgeshire’s heritage.
Whether you’re looking to sympathetically renovate or extend (STPP), this historic home offers a wealth of potential in a thriving village setting.
Don’t miss the chance to make this period home your next project and create something truly special. Book your viewing online 24/7 via your Yopa Hub.
For more information contact Local Yopa Agent Dan Burbridge, he'll be happy to help.
EPC Exempt: Grade II Listed Building Council Tax Band: D Disclaimer This property is for sale by the Modern Method of Auction, meaning the buyer and seller are to Complete within 56 days (the "Reservation Period").
Interested parties personal data will be shared with the Auctioneer (iamsold). If considering buying with a mortgage, inspect and consider the property carefully with your lender before bidding.
A Buyer Information Pack is provided. The winning bidder will pay £349.00 including VAT for this pack which you must view before bidding.
The buyer signs a Reservation Agreement and makes payment of a non-refundable Reservation Fee of 4.5% of the purchase price including VAT, subject to a minimum of £6,600.00 including VAT.
This is paid to reserve the property to the buyer during the Reservation Period and is paid in addition to the purchase price. This is considered within calculations for Stamp Duty Land Tax.
Services may be recommended by the Agent or Auctioneer in which they will receive payment from the service provider if the service is taken.
Any payment that will be received by the Agent or Auctioneer will be confirmed to you in writing before services are taken. Services are optional.
Disclaimer Whilst we make enquiries with the Seller to ensure the information provided is accurate, Yopa makes no representations or warranties of any kind with respect to the statements contained in the particulars which should not be relied upon as representations of fact.
All representations contained in the particulars are based on details supplied by the Seller. Your Conveyancer is legally responsible for ensuring any purchase agreement fully protects your position.
Please inform us if you become aware of any information being inaccurate.
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We use a specialist third party service together with an in-house compliance team to verify your information.
The cost of these checks is £82.50 +VAT per purchase, which is paid in advance, when an offer is agreed and prior to a sales memorandum being issued.
This charge is non-refundable under any circumstances.
Value & comps
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Returns
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