The Green, Thriplow, Royston, Cambridgeshire, SG8

Tucked away in the most idyllic and private setting off the village green, Oak Manor is a characterful and beautifully crafted five bedroom detached residence set within mature grounds. Accessed via electric gates and framed by a sweeping driveway, this one-of-a-kind home offers a rare combination of timeless charm, generous proportions, and peaceful seclusion.

Although a modern build, Oak Manor was carefully designed and constructed in the Tudor style, reflecting period authenticity with exposed beams, stud work, and a rich palette of materials, including solid oak flooring, antique terracotta tiles, and brick inglenook fireplaces that bring a sense of warmth to the ground floor. Centred around a wood-burning stove, the reception hall features French doors into a sheltered courtyard. The home flows effortlessly with a choice of beautifully appointed reception rooms, including a study with garden views, a versatile snug/games room, an impressive lower floor drawing room with a gas fireplace (calor gas), and views across the rear gardens and beyond. The kitchen is fitted with a refined range of shaker-style cabinetry, enhanced by a mix of wood, stone, and metal worktops, centred around an oil-fired Aga set into a chimney breast. A breakfast bar offers a casual dining spot, with aspects to the front and rear gardens. A large utility room supports the practical needs of family living. The upper floor balances the ground floor accommodation perfectly. Of particular note is the principal suite, featuring its own en suite shower and dual-dressing rooms. Four further bedrooms (one with en suite) and two family bathrooms complete the first-floor layout.

Outside
Approached via electric gates, Oak Manor is beautifully screened by mature trees and established hedging, with a sweeping driveway, detached double garage, and ample turning space. To the rear, a brick-paved path leads to an oak-framed storm porch and front entrance, while side access reveals the home's spectacular gardens—a blend of decked and paved entertaining terraces, meandering lawns, a tranquil stream-fed pond, and an abundance of mature trees and planting. Backing onto Thriplow Meadows, a 3.5-hectare Site of Special Scientific Interest,
the setting is as serene as it is stunning.

The property has planning permission for:

Part first floor, part single-storey rear/side extension. New chimney to rear, and associated alterations. Installation of timber doors to enclose carport and replace thatch roof. Removal of rear dormer window and fenestration alterations. Planning Ref: 24/01917/HFUL.

Erection of a single-storey detached annexe, ancillary to the existing residential dwelling. Planning Reference: 22/00528/HFUL.

Approximately 8 miles south of Cambridge and 7 miles north of Royston, Thriplow is one of South Cambridgeshire's most sought after villages surrounded by open undulating countryside. The village is home to a highly regarded preschool and primary school, a popular community-owned Country Inn with locally sourced fine foods, and a village store. Thriplow hosts the popular Daffodil Weekend annually and benefits from a church, village green, and a cricket pitch. Days bakery, farm shop, butcher, café, and deli is located in Fowlmere Road, less than 2 miles away, and The Chequers, a traditional village pub and restaurant in Fowlmere is approximately 1.2 miles in distance.

Regular mainline services to London King's Cross and Liverpool Street are from Foxton (approximately 3.9 miles), Whittlesford Parkway (approximately 4 miles) and Royston (7 miles).