42 HIGH STREET
KEY FEATURES
A spacious family home with views of the church, set on a generous plot approaching one-third of an acre.
This attractive family home enjoys an enviable position in the heart of Melbourn, within walking distance of excellent village amenities, including shops, schools, and the train station with direct services to both Cambridge and London.
Inside, the welcoming entrance hall leads to three versatile reception rooms. The sitting room is a real highlight, featuring a charming box bay window, glazed doors opening onto the garden, and an inviting open fireplace. The kitchen/breakfast room is ideal for family life, offering ample space for casual dining, with the adjoining utility room adding further convenience. A light-filled conservatory, opening from the family room, provides a perfect spot to enjoy the garden all year round.
Upstairs, the dual-aspect principal bedroom benefits from its own en suite, while two additional family bathrooms serve the four further bedrooms, making this an excellent home for larger families or those who love to host guests.
Outside, the rear garden wraps around the property, catching the sun throughout the day. Part-walled and thoughtfully landscaped, it features established planting, a secluded pond, and expansive lawns—ideal for both children’s play and al fresco entertaining.
To the front, a block-paved driveway offers ample parking and access to a double garage with workshop.
SELLER INSIGHT
When we first saw 42 High Street, we knew it could be the perfect family home. Tucked away from the road in the heart of our beautiful village, it offered peace, space, and potential, exactly what we needed as we prepared for the arrival of our fourth child. We had lived in the village before and knew the community was special, with shops, pubs, schools, and a doctor’s surgery all within walking distance, and only minutes from transport links to Cambridge and London. The village is vibrant yet tranquil, with a 12th-century church next door, green spaces for dog walks, and Royston’s shops, golf club, and coffee spots nearby.
“This is a true family home, flexible, bright and full of life, that has adapted with our family and given us years of joy. Over the past 28 years, we have modernised, redecorated, and recarpeted throughout, added a bright new conservatory, and completely relandscaped the garden. The result is a home that is as practical as it is welcoming. There are now five double bedrooms, a large, light-filled study (once the children’s playroom) leading into the conservatory, and a huge dual-aspect sitting room perfect for family gatherings. Nearly every room is dual-aspect, so the house is filled with natural light.
“For us, the continuity between garden and house has been central to the way we live here. The kitchen and living spaces flow seamlessly into the garden via double doors – ideal for entertaining. Outside, there is a substantial lawn, nut trees along the hedge, and a peaceful pond tucked behind a beech hedge. An old flint wall marks the boundary, and there is ample space for grandchildren to camp, for football games, or for quiet evenings dining on the patio. This really is the perfect place for everyday life and entertaining alike.”*
*These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.
Village Information
Melbourn is a vibrant village in southwest Cambridgeshire, just 3 miles from Royston and 11 miles from Cambridge. Rich in history, it is home to the River Mel, known for its clear, shallow waters and scenic countryside walks, including ancient trackways.
The village offers excellent amenities, including shops, a pharmacy, medical and dental services, two pubs, the renowned Sheene Mill restaurant and hotel, and a spa. Residents enjoy parks, clubs, and two churches, including the 13th-century All Saints’ Church.
Melbourn has both a primary and secondary school, with additional schooling options in nearby Royston. Transport links are excellent, with fast trains from Royston and Meldreth to Cambridge and London, as well as easy access to the A1(M), M11, and airports within 30 minutes.
• Beautiful Views of the Church
• Plot Approaching One-Third of an Acre
• Enviable Position in the Heart of Melbourn
• A Double Garage with Workshop
• Four Versatile Reception Rooms
Agents Notes
Tenure: Freehold
Year Built: 1970s
EPC: C
Local Authority: South Cambridgeshire
Council Tax Band: G
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