3-bedroom house · CM3 1NT
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A charming three bedroom unlisted cottage with a self-contained one bedroom annexe, set within approximately one acre of grounds.
Description A truly charming three bedroom period cottage, thoughtfully improved and enhanced, occupying beautiful grounds of approximately one acre on the fringes of Great Leighs village.
This delightful unlisted home offers a blend of retained period character and modern fittings.
Tastefully decorated throughout, the property provides well-balanced and versatile accommodation extending to approximately 1,903 sq ft (176.8 sq m), including a one-bedroom annexe.
The ground floor of the main house (approx. 724 sq ft / 67.3 sq m) is thoughtfully arranged, commencing an inviting entrance hall providing access to the principal reception areas.
The generous living room enjoys a dual aspect and offers an excellent reception space with French doors opening to the garden.
The dining room sits centrally within the home and connects conveniently to the well-appointed kitchen which is fitted with a range of units and includes a useful store area.
Also to the ground floor is a well-proportioned double bedroom and a stylishly appointed bathroom, providing flexibility for guest accommodation.
The first floor comprises a landing, two further bedrooms and a family bathroom. To the side of the house is the annexe.
Converted and extended in 2017 from a former double garage, the self-contained annexe offers excellent ancillary accommodation, ideal for multi-generational living or guests.
The annexe ground floor (approx. 610 sq ft / 56.8 sq m) features its own entrance hall with cloakroom/WC, a contemporary kitchen, a study and a living room. To the first floor (approx.
218 sq ft / 20.3 sq m) is a generous double bedroom with a well-appointed en-suite shower room.
Outside The property is set back behind electric gates and occupies grounds of around one acre, laid predominantly to lawn with mature planting and well-tended boundaries, offering a delightful semi-rural backdrop.
The garden includes a pond and a drive offering parking for several vehicles. The annexe includes its own enclosed garden, laid to artificial lawn.
Services We understand that mains water, drainage and electricity are connected to the property. Lpg gas heating with new boiler and tank. Local authority Chelmsford City Council.
Council tax band = G (with improvement indicator). Location The property occupies a delightful situation to the north of Great Leighs.
The nearby village has a local shop with further shopping and recreational facilities provided in Chelmsford city and Braintree. Broomfield Hospital in Chelmsford is within around 5.7 miles.
There is a supermarket in Great Notley along with Great Notley Country Park, covering over 100 acres of open parkland.
For the commuter there are train services from Hatfield Peverel, Braintree, Witham, Beaulieu Park or Chelmsford and for the commuter using the road networks there is access onto the A12 at Hatfield Peverel, both north and south, and also onto the A120 at Braintree which is a dual carriageway to the M11 and Stansted Airport.
Square Footage: 1,074 sq ft Acreage: 1 Acres Directions What3words: ///simulations.town.stale
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