About this property

Key features
  • Grade II Listed cottage
  • Numerous character features
  • Approx. 1.87 acres
  • Beautiful gardens
  • Useful outbuildings
  • Sought-after village
Description
A delightful, Grade II Listed property with later additions, creating a perfect blend of 17th Century character and versatile, modern living. The property enjoys delightful, mature grounds of approximately 1.87 acres with several useful outbuildings including cart lodge, store and garden studio/office providing annexe potential (STPP).

GROUND FLOOR ENTRANCE HALL Hardwood entrance door with adjoining window and staircase rising to the first floor with half-landing window and built-in coats cupboard also housing a water softener. Solid timber doors to adjoining rooms.

SITTING ROOM A triple aspect room enjoying a good degree of natural light and views over the gardens and surrounding countryside and glazed door providing access to the terrace. Exposed timbers and inglenook fireplace with wood burning stove. Glazed door to:

STUDY A triple aspect room enjoying panoramic views over the gardens and surroundings. Fitted bookcases and exposed timbers.

KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM The kitchen comprises a range of handmade base and eye level units with hardwood work surface and twin bowl sink unit, space for oven, dishwasher and fridge freezer. The room enjoys a good degree of natural light via windows to two aspects, together with a glazed door providing access to the terrace and garden.

UTILITY ROOM Fitted shelving, window overlooking the garden and glazed door with adjoining window providing access to the outdoor space. Floor mounted boiler, space for washing machine, tumble dryer and for additional fridge freezer.

DINING ROOM West facing window to the rear aspect enjoying views over the adjoining farmland and countryside.

CLOAKROOM Comprising low level WC, wash basin and window overlooking the gardens.

FIRST FLOOR LANDING Corner window with views over the garden.

BEDROOM 1 South facing double room with window overlooking the gardens, built-in wardrobe and walk-in dressing room with fitted wardrobes, drawers and shelving.

EN SUITE Comprising panelled bath with power shower over, vanity wash basin, WC and bidet. Window overlooking the garden.

BEDROOM 2 Double room with window overlooking the adjoining farmland and countryside.

BATHROOM Comprising panelled bath with power shower over, vanity wash basin, WC and window.

BEDROOM 3 A vaulted room with exposed timbers and window overlooking the garden. Fitted wardrobe and drawers.

BEDROOM 4 Exposed timbers and window overlooking the garden. Fitted wardrobe and drawers.

BEDROOM 5 Window overlooking the adjoining farmland.

OUTSIDE The property is set in a delightful rural location on the edge of the village. The grounds extend to approximately 1.87 acres which incorporate extensive lawns with a variety of shrubs, plants and impressive trees, creating a secluded parkland feel. The garden comprises vegetable plots, fruit cage, greenhouse, orchard with play area and wild flower meadow, together with a paved terrace adjoining the property creating a charming al fresco entertaining space. The driveway from the road leads to an extensive parking area and a series of outbuildings, including cart lodge with adjoining log store, garden machinery store, cold store and excellent workshop/games room. Furthermore, there is a separate office/studio with cloakroom and kitchenette which could be converted into secondary accommodation, subject to needs and relevant approval.

AGENT'S NOTES •Tenure - Freehold
•Council Tax Band - G
•Property Type - Detached house
•Property Construction - Timber frame with thatched roof and brick extension with tiled roof
•Listed – Grade II Listed
•Number & Types of Room - Please refer to the floorplan
•Square Footage - 2,175 sqft
•Parking - Double cart lodge and driveway
UTILITIES/SERVICES
•Electric Supply - Mains
•Water Supply - Mains
•Sewerage - Private (septic tank/Klargester)
•Heating - Electric Economy 7 & log stove
•Broadband - Fibre to the Cabinet
•Mobile Signal/Coverage - Poor

VIEWINGS By appointment through the Agents.

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8, Hill Street, Saffron Walden, CB10 1JD, Essex

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