4 bedroom house

General information A charming cottage discreetly positioned on the fringes of this desirable north west Essex town, occupying garden and grounds approaching 3.5 acres with equestrian facilities.

Believed to date back to the early 1900's with later additions, Rose Cottage offers a great deal of potential whilst providing well-presented and balanced accommodation on the outskirts of the desirable and quintessential town of Great Dunmow.

A welcoming reception hall provides access to all the principal reception rooms and stairs to the first floor.

The study has French doors to the front and a gym has windows to the front and side and a door with access to the gardens. The snug is a light and airy room with pleasant views over the orchards through a large bay window.

The heart of the home is the living room with a log burner and open to both the kitchen and garden room. The kitchen is well equipped with a range of painted wooden units incorporating integrated appliances. The adjoining utility room has plenty of space for utility appliances and further storage cupboards. Also from the kitchen a door leads to a rear lobby with door to a cloakroom and further door leading out to the west facing terrace.

Completing the ground floor is the impressive light filled garden room with a triple aspect and exceptional views of the grounds and equestrian facilities. French doors open on to the rear terrace whilst there is plenty of room for dining and living furniture creating a fantastic entertainment space.

To the first floor are four double bedrooms, each with views of the grounds and steeped with original features including high ceilings, picture railings and original feature fireplaces. The family bathroom comprises a jacuzzi bathtub, wc, wash hand basin and separate shower cubicle.  

Entrance hall not measured 

Study 11' 6" x 10' 5" (3.51m x 3.18m)  

Utility room 9' 7" x 8' 3" (2.92m x 2.51m)  

Kitchen 18' 4" x 9' 2" (5.59m x 2.79m)  

Living room 16' x 13' 7" (4.88m x 4.14m)  

Snug 16' x 9' 7" (4.88m x 2.92m)  

Gym 11' 2" x 7' 3" (3.4m x 2.21m)  

Garden room 32' 6" x 13' 7" (9.91m x 4.14m)  

Cloakroom not measured 

First floor landing  

Bedroom one 16' 2" x 13' 5" (4.93m x 4.09m)  

Bedroom two 13' 8" x 12' 8" (4.17m x 3.86m)  

Bedroom three 11' 6" x 10' 6" (3.51m x 3.2m)  

Bedroom four 11' 5" x 10' (3.48m x 3.05m)  

Bathroom 12' x 5' 9" (3.66m x 1.75m)  

Garage 18' 5" x 17' 5" (5.61m x 5.31m)  

The outside The property has a paved driveway providing parking for several vehicles and leads to the double garage. The driveway continues to the stable yard, a thoughtful setup for everyday use offering outdoor lighting, seven stables, utility box, hay store and tack room most with their own water supply. 

There are three post and rail paddocks with a water supply and access to the outdoor 40 x 20 arena. We understand that there is lapsed planning permission for an outbuilding adjacent to the stables which could be used for a variety of uses subject to obtaining planning consent.

The rear garden is predominantly laid to lawn interspersed with fruit trees, mature bushes, and a working well. A side terrace captures the evening sun, and gated access leads to the front of the property. 

Location The property is set back on a quiet country road amidst the beautiful open countryside on the outskirts of Great Dunmow. Just over 2 miles east of Pharisee Green is the market town of Great Dunmow, a quintessentially English town, which provides a good range of shops, pubs and restaurants. For a more comprehensive range of facilities, Bishop's Stortford and Chelmsford city are nearby.

Private schooling can be found at Felsted (6 miles) and Chelmsford (13 miles), the latter with two grammar schools. The renowned Bishop's Stortford College lies within 15 miles.

For the commuter there are mainline railway stations at Chelmsford, Stansted (10 miles) and Bishop's Stortford providing services to London Liverpool Street. The M11 (which interconnects with junction 27 of the M25 approx. 10 miles away) and Stansted Airport are within easy reach of the house. All distances approximate.
 

Important information Services - We understand that mains water and electricity are connected to the property. Oil fired heating and private drainage.
Tenure - Freehold
Council Tax Band - F
EPC - D

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