4 bed detached house for sale

Town Green Road, Orwell, Royston, Cambridgeshire SG8

Set down a private road in the heart of the idyllic village of Orwell, this charming property offers a rare blend of historic charm and contemporary elegance, featuring high-spec finishes, landscaped gardens and flexible accommodation.

This stunning cottage sits on beautifully maintained plot, with an attractive frontage complete with mature planting and side access to the rear. The welcoming entrance hallway sets the tone, with brick flooring, contemporary lighting, integrated storage, and double French doors opening directly onto the rear garden. A convenient downstairs shower room with WC and hand basin completes this inviting space. The superb kitchen is flooded with natural light, featuring high vaulted ceilings, exposed beams which complement the sleek granite and oak worktops, a range cooker, butler sink, and modern appliances, all set against wood flooring. A separate utility room with stable door provides further practicality, including additional appliances, a butler sink, and a built-in wine rack. The adjacent garden/breakfast room has glazed elevations offering uninterrupted views of the garden, vaulted ceilings, exposed timbers, and double doors that lead seamlessly outside. The property offers versatile reception rooms, perfect for family life and entertaining. The main lounge is a beautifully appointed space, featuring a spectacular inglenook fireplace with a feature bread oven, bressumer beam and wood-burning stove, oak flooring, dual-aspect windows, exposed beams and stairs to the first floor. A charming study mirrors the other side of the fireplace, complete with a feature bread oven, exposed beams and another set of stairs to the first floor while the additional study/snug and oak-framed conservatory with dual-aspect glazing provide further relaxed living spaces.

The ground-floor principal suite, set within a converted barn section, offers excellent privacy and flexibility – ideal for guests, multigenerational living, or running as self-contained B&B style annexe. With vaulted ceilings, French doors to the garden, plantation shutters, and an en-suite shower room, this space has been successfully used as a bed and breakfast. Upstairs, three further spacious bedrooms offer charming views over the gardens. Two benefit from private en suite cloakrooms, while the third features a freestanding bath.Outside, the rear garden is beautifully landscaped. Enclosed by fencing and mature hedgerows, this tranquil outdoor space is laid mainly to lawn and adorned with two large terraces – perfect for al fresco dining. The vibrant garden borders host over 200 specimen trees, flowering shrubs, and perennials, delivering year-round interest and a classic English cottage garden feel. At the far end, a charming orchard with additional seating areas offers a quiet, nature-filled retreat. A dedicated off-road parking area accommodates multiple vehicles with ease, and includes an EV charger.

Orwell is a delightful and well-connected village, just 9 miles from Cambridge and 7 miles from Royston, surrounded by rolling countryside and historic landmarks such as the National Trust's Wimpole Hall. The village blends rich history (including St Andrew's Church, dating back to 1150AD) with an active and friendly community. Residents enjoy a wealth of amenities, including a village shop, hairdressers, post office, flourishing primary school, monthly Pannier market, and a broad mix of clubs and social activities. The Chequers gastropub is a local gem, known for excellent food and warm hospitality. Royston's mainline train station provides fast links to both Cambridge and London Kings Cross, and the nearby A10, A505, M11 and A1(M) provide excellent road links. Both Stansted and Luton airports are within a 30-minute drive.