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£1,150,000

Stone Lane, Meldreth, Royston

Land size
1.75 acres
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2

Key Features

  • Cornwall House was built in 1878 and is an extremely spacious 4 bedroom detached home offered with no upward chain.
  • Separate lounge and dining rooms.
  • Extremely large kitchen/breakfast room with AGA and vaulted ceilings.
  • Grounds approaching 1.75 acres.
  • Detached self-contained annex with 2 reception rooms, bedroom and shower room and detached studio with large office space above.
  • A fantastic refurbishment opportunity.
  • Detached garage and generous off-road parking.

Description

SUMMARY
An extremely spacious detached 4 bedroom Victorian home situated on a large plot approaching 1.75 acres with detached self-contained annexe and separate studio room with large office space above. The property is in need of some updating and is offered with no upward chain.

DESCRIPTION
Cornwall House is an impressive Victorian detached home situated on a quiet countryside road in the sought-after village of Meldreth, with grounds extending to approximately 1.75 acres. The property does require some updating but has well-proportioned accommodation with the ground floor comprising of separate lounge and dining rooms with original features and bay windows to front, spacious boot room, and large L-shaped kitchen/breakfast room with doors opening onto gardens. To the first floor there are 4 bedrooms off the split level galleried landing and family bathroom.

A particular feature of the property are the extensive gardens that approach approximately 1.75 acres of land, with countryside views to the rear. The garden is fence enclosed with wildlife pond area, lawned and gravel areas. The home is ideal for those with equestrian hobbies or for those who work from home, as there is a detached self-contained annexe with 2 reception rooms and double bedroom, together with a detached studio room with large office space above.
The property also offers a large detached garage and generous off-road parking.

Planning permission has been granted for a large extension to rear including an indoor swimming pool, please see link below. Offered with no upward chain, viewing of this property is highly recommended to appreciate the size and potential that this home offers.

Door To Entrance Hall
Radiator. Stairs off to first floor landing with understair recess area. Doors to:

Lounge 14' 1" x 12' ( 4.29m x 3.66m )
Feature fireplace with hearth surround and mantle over. Large double glazed bay window to front. Radiator. Dado rail.

Dining Room  14' x 12' ( 4.27m x 3.66m )
Inset decorative twin shelving units with glass doors and cupboards below. Large double glazed bay window to front. Radiator. Door to kitchen/breakfast room.

Kitchen/Breakfast Room  26' 7" x 17' 9" max ( 8.10m x 5.41m max )
Extremely spacious L-shaped kitchen/breakfast room comprising of two butler sink units with mixer taps and work surface surrounds, generous range of base and wall units, AGA with brick surround and tiled splashback, integral appliances, part tiled walls, double glazed windows to side and rear, double glazed double doors to rear garden, vaulted ceiling with chandeliers, two radiators, tiled floor.

Boot Room  14' 11" x 7' 10" ( 4.55m x 2.39m )
Feature inglenook log burner. Tiled floor. Double glazed door to rear. Door to entrance hall and kitchen/breakfast room.

First Floor Landing
Split level galleried landing. Hatch to loft. Doors to:

Bedroom One  12' x 11' 11" ( 3.66m x 3.63m )
Radiator. Double glazed window to front.

Bedroom Two 12' 1" x 12' ( 3.68m x 3.66m )
Radiator. Double glazed window to front.

Bedroom Three 11' 7" x 8' 1" ( 3.53m x 2.46m )
Radiator. Double glazed window to rear.

Bedroom Four  7' 11" x 5' 3" ( 2.41m x 1.60m )
Access via ladder to mezzanine bed space. Radiator. Double glazed window to side.

Bathroom
Comprising free standing bath, low flush WC, wash hand basin, exposed wood flooring, radiator, window to rear.

Outside
The property sits on a substantial plot approaching approximately 1.75 acres. There extensive gardens with its own pond area, patio area and paddock area. There are many mature trees and shrubs throughout with lawned areas, fence surround, and countryside views.

The property is perfect for those with equestrian hobbies or for those who work from home. Within the grounds there is a good sized detached annexe with adjoining studio with large office space above. In addition there is a detached garage and generous off-road parking.

Annexe
Detached self-contained annexe comprising:

Lounge 14"11 x 12" : Radiator. Double glazed window and doors to rear. Hatch to loft.

Bedroom 14"11 x 12"7 : Radiator. Double glazed windows and doors to rear. Hatch to loft.

Shower room 10"11 x 5"7 : Lovely shower room comprising walk in shower cubicle, concealed cistern WC, wash hand basin with cupboards below, heated towel rail, wall and floor tiling, recess lighting.

Reception room: 10"11 x 9"3: Double glazed window.

Detached Studio/Office
Self-contained studio/office outbuilding comprising

Ground floor studio space
Main area 18"7 x 14"1 + Side space measuring 13"5 x 8"2
Radiator. Door to hall with stairs off to first floor landing.

First floor office space: 22"7 x 12"1
Large office space with built in storage, twin skylight windows, sink unit, radiator.

Agents Note
Please note that an AML fee is chargeable to the buyer once an offer is accepted to cover the cost of carrying out the required identity and anti-money laundering checks. Once these checks have been completed, the fee cannot be refunded, even if the property purchase does not go ahead.

1. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
2. General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
3. The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect.
4. Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.
5. THESE PARTICULARS ARE ISSUED IN GOOD FAITH BUT DO NOT CONSTITUTE REPRESENTATIONS OF FACT OR FORM PART OF ANY OFFER OR CONTRACT. THE MATTERS REFERRED TO IN THESE PARTICULARS SHOULD BE INDEPENDENTLY VERIFIED BY PROSPECTIVE BUYERS OR TENANTS. NEITHER SEQUENCE (UK) LIMITED NOR ANY OF ITS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS HAS ANY AUTHORITY TO MAKE OR GIVE ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY WHATEVER IN RELATION TO THIS PROPERTY.

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Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
F
Date Posted
2026-01-29

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 1,210 Homes with Land listings in East Anglia (1+ acres).

This Property£657,143 / acre
Homes with Land Average (1+ acres) £375,127 / acre
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Energy Performance Certificate

Energy Efficiency Rating

Very energy efficient - lower running costs
CurrentPotential
(92+)A
(81-91)B
(69-80)C
(55-68)D
(39-54)E
(21-38)F
(1-20)G
45 E
96 A

Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)

Running costs are one side. Planning activity, flood history and ground risks for this location are in the full report.

Utilities & Restrictions

Utilities

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Rights & Restrictions

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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.

Property Features

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Parking
Parking Available
Garden
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Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.

Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

1.8 Gbps

Gigabit full fibre

Suitable for

  • 4K streaming on every screen
  • Full-time home working
  • Online gaming & big downloads

Mobile signal

CallsDataEE Good GoodO2 Good GoodThree Good GoodVodafone Good Good

Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.

Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.

Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.

Nearest Schools

Primary

  • Meldreth Primary School0.9 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    194
    Type
    Community school
  • Melbourn Primary School1.6 milesOfsted report card · Jan 2026
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    357
    Type
    Community school
  • Foxton Primary School1.9 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    5 to 11
    Pupils
    79
    Type
    Community school
  • Barrington CofE VC Primary School2 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    174
    Type
    Voluntary controlled school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Petersfield CofE Aided Primary School2.3 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    125
    Type
    Voluntary aided school
    Faith
    Church of England

Secondary

  • Melbourn Village College1.3 milesOfsted: Requires improvement *
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    559
    Type
    Academy converter
  • King James Academy Royston3.8 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    9 to 18
    Pupils
    947
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Bassingbourn Village College3.9 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    652
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Comberton Village College5.5 milesOfsted: Outstanding *
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,981
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Sawston Village College6.3 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    1,198
    Type
    Academy converter

* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.

Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.

Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.

Amenities

Supermarket

Co-op Melbourn, Melbourn1.6 miles
Spar - Bassingbourn, Bassingbourn3.7 miles
Tesco Royston Extra, Royston, Hertfordshire3.9 miles

GP surgery

Orchard Surgery,Melbourn1.8 miles

Pharmacy

Well1.6 miles

Hospital

Royston Hospital4.8 miles

Green space

Play Space901 metres

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

The area stacks up? Now check the location itself: planning nearby, protected designations and past flooding.

Getting Around

Nearest station

Shepreth Rail Station0.8 miles

Nearest bus stop

Malton Lane263 metres

Typical drive times

Baldock20 min · 14 miles
Royston11 min · 5.2 miles
Buntingford23 min · 13 miles
Cambridge (city)21 min · 9.6 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.

Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.

Flood Risk

From Environment Agency flood map open data, checked around the advertised map pin and allowing for the listed acreage where known. This summary comes from LandSale, the advertising platform, not from the listing agent, and is not part of the agent's particulars. Risk can vary across a single holding, so verify anything critical through your own searches before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Flood Zone 1Lower risk

Surface water

Outside the mapped risk bandsVery low risk

The detail behind these bandings

The full report pinpoints where this location sits on the flood maps, and runs the deeper checks that usually only surface after an offer.

  • Exact flood zones & annual chances (included in the full report)
  • Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
  • Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
  • Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
  • Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
  • Ground risks (included in the full report)
  • Sold prices nearby (included in the full report)

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