Introducing Osprey, a Grade II listed Georgian manor located just outside Cambridge. The house boasts a unique duality, offering two distinct period characteristics within a single shoot location. On one side, Georgian elegance sets the tone; on the other, the Victorian wing adds its own character and layout, together creating a wealth of different backdrops for film, TV, commercial, and editorial shoots.
The manor combines heritage with modern living, boasting high ceilings, original features, and sash windows. Interiors are styled with an eclectic hand, where antique pieces meet contemporary elements to create a versatile space. A dual-toned reception room with wood panelling, decorated in soft blues sets a formal yet welcoming tone, while the sitting room pairs parquet flooring and a chandelier with a fireplace for a sense of grandeur. This location has two kitchens, one of which is an open-plan island kitchen with an AGA stove, marble surfaces, and modern finishes.
Amongst its standout spaces is a grand dining room, decorated in a soft pink, period features include a statement fireplace, parquet flooring and two chandeliers. Another reception room shifts in mood with dark wallpaper, velvet seating in jewel tones, and bold accents, while a bright bay-window lounge opens directly to the gardens, filling the room with natural light. Upstairs, a pastel-hued bedroom with French doors leads onto a balcony overlooking the grounds, while a moody bathroom with a freestanding bath and gold fittings offers a contrasting aesthetic.
The landscaped gardens are equally striking, from a formal topiary and a walled garden threaded with a water rill, to wildflower meadows, woodland paths, and a moat surrounding a wooded island. Distinctive features, including a folly reminiscent of Stonehenge, weathered barns, stables, and a large greenhouse, add rustic touches.
With its layered architecture, versatile interiors, and richly detailed grounds, Osprey is an adaptable canvas for creative productions.
