Appletree Cottage, Church Lane, Bishops Stortford, CM22 7NR

Nestled in picturesque leafy lane, this characterful five-bedroom detached cottage exudes charm with its delightful exposed beams and brickwork throughout.

Upon entering, you are greeted by a spacious entrance hall, featuring a staircase to the first floor and convenient access to a contemporary cloakroom, a storage cupboard, and multiple reception areas.

The inviting sitting room boasts a stunning feature fireplace and seamlessly connects to a generous rear reception room, perfect for entertaining or relaxing.

The high-spec kitchen/dining room is a culinary haven, equipped with an array of cupboards, luxurious countertops, a central island, integrated appliances including a double Miele oven, and a separate five-ring gas hob.

From here, you can access the garden through a side door or continue to the rear reception room through double doors.

A sizable utility room and a cozy front reception room, ideal as a snug or TV room, complete the ground floor.

Ascending to the first floor, you will find the elegant principal bedroom, featuring built-in wardrobes and a modern en-suite bathroom with both a bath and a separate shower cubicle.

The beautifully tiled family bathroom includes a bath with a shower attachment, a WC, a hand basin, and a heated towel rail.

Bedrooms two and three are spacious double rooms with built-in wardrobes, while bedrooms four and five are charming single rooms with additional storage. The outdoor space is a true retreat.

The front of the property offers side access to the expansive garden and a driveway with parking for multiple vehicles.

The rear garden is a landscaped oasis, complete with a patio area, vibrant plants, mature trees, and shrubs, a serene garden pond, and a decked terrace.

A pathway from the patio leads to a large lawn, an outbuilding housing an indoor swimming pool, jacuzzi, WC, and shower, as well as a full-sized outdoor tennis court.

This exquisite cottage combines timeless charm with modern luxury, offering an idyllic lifestyle in a beautifully maintained setting.

Sheering is a small historic village in Essex, near Harlow and Bishop’s Stortford, with roots stretching back to Anglo-Saxon times.

It was recorded in the Domesday Book in 1086 and has long been a rural farming community surrounded by countryside and waterways.

The village is divided into Sheering Village and Lower Sheering, the latter lying closer to the River Stort and the old navigation canal routes.

One of the village’s best-known landmarks is St Mary the Virgin Church, a Norman church containing medieval features and Roman bricks.

Today, Sheering is known for its quiet rural character, traditional cottages, walking routes, and strong sense of local history while still being within commuting distance of London.