1-bedroom house · CM7 2QH
Listing removedReduced £15k (−5.7%) on 21 JunListed 211 days
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Occupying a fantastic central location this beautifully refurbished cottage offers the perfect blend of character and modern convenience.
Description Situated within Braintree town, just moments from the High Street, this charming and lovingly refurbished cottage perfectly blends period character with contemporary living.
The property has been thoughtfully updated throughout to create a stylish yet welcoming home, ideal for those seeking town centre convenience without compromising on comfort or charm.
The living room features a picture bay window to the front aspect which allows plenty of natural light to flood the space and is fitted with vertical blinds, offering privacy while maintaining a bright and airy feel.
A dado rail with decorative strip wood panelling below adds both style and character and is finished with a oak effect lvt flooring.
To the rear of the property is a well appointed shaker style kitchen, thoughtfully designed to maximise both storage and workspace.
Finished with elegant quartz work surfaces, the kitchen is fully equipped with integrated appliances, including a washer/dryer, oven, induction hob and fridge freezer To the first floor, the accommodation offers a double bedroom, complemented by a contemporary shower room, alongside a further study or second bedroom, providing flexibility for home working, guests or additional sleeping space.
The refurbishment has been carried out with care and attention to detail, resulting in a home that feels modern while retaining the appeal expected of a cottage.
Perfectly positioned within easy reach of Braintree’s shops, cafés and amenities, this delightful home presents an ideal opportunity for first time buyers, downsizers or investors alike and comes with an allocated parking space.
Kitchen Elegant shaker style kitchen Range of integrated appliances to include:-oven, induction hob, fridge/ freezer& washer/dryer Quartz work surfaces Undermounted sink Shower room Contemporary suite to include: Shower, wall hung sink unit & wall hung toilet Ceramic wall tiling Flooring and joinery Oak coloured lvt flooring to kitchen area & living room Quality fitted carpet to stairs, lading bedroom & study Modern internal doors with contemporary door furniture Heating & electrical Airsource heatpump providing heating & hot water Victorian column radiators TV points living room & bedrooms Heated towel rail to shower room Amenities EV charging point Secure bike storage Warranty 10 year build warranty Location Braintree is a historic market town situated just 10 miles north east of the City of Chelmsford.
The town itself offers a characterful High Street with a range of shops, pubs and restaurants along with a traditional market twice weekly.
Braintree Village, formerly known as Freeport, is a shopping area on the outskirts of the town, described as a "designer outlet village"..
Across the way is an abundance of eateries such as tgi Fridays and Wagamama, along with Cineworld multiplex cinema, bowling and a leisure centre.
Braintree's nearest airport is London Stansted, around 15 mi (24 km) to the west. Stansted is a major international airport.
The dual-carriageway (A120) is a direct road connection between Stansted and Braintree. By train: Braintree has its own railway station.
Greater Anglia trains serve the station, part of the National Rail National Rail network. Travel direct to Braintree from London Liverpool Street in around 1 hour.
Trains to Braintree Freeport station are just one stop away Braintree Freeport railway station lies near the Braintree Village outlet shopping centre.
Square Footage: 592 sq ft Additional Info EPC - tbc Service charge: Tbc Warranty Build-Zone 10 year build warranty This development complies with the Consumer Code for New Homes () Please note these photographs were taken in September 2025.
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