3 bedroom house

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION A rarely available three-bedroom detached thatched property, enjoying unlisted status and discretely set amidst open farmland, located within the much sought-after North Essex village of Boxted. Offered to the market for the first time for a period in excess of 50 years, the property is of timber framed construction and offers considerable scope for further adaption and extension (subject to the necessary planning consents). Occupying a total plot size of approximately one acre, the property retains a wealth of individual period features throughout including exposed timbers and studwork, an outstanding inglenook fireplace, stable doors, leaded light windows and doors complete with Suffolk latches. Retaining convenient access to excellent road and rail links in addition to being within close proximity of high-performing state and independent schooling, the cottage embraces rural living with modern convenience. Enjoying elevated views across surrounding farmland, the property further benefits from a detached garage, ample private parking and attractive grounds with a total plot size of approximately one acre. 

Heavy timbered door opening to:  

ENTRANCE PORCH: 5' 11" x 4' 5" (1.82m x 1.37m) With leaded light windows to front and side affording views over the rear gardens. Stable door opening to: 

ENTRANCE HALL: 7' 2" x 4' 3" (2.19m x 1.30m) With staircase off, exposed timberwork, recessed store and door to: 

SITTING ROOM: 17' 10" x 13' 5" into fireplace (5.45m x 4.10m into fireplace) Enjoying a direct, open link with partition studwork to the snug with double glazed leaded light windows to rear, an outstanding inglenook fireplace with brick hearth, inset multi-fuel burning stove and bressummer beam over. Extensive range of exposed timberwork, recessed corner store and timber partition archway opening to: 

SNUG: 17' 10" x 11' 8" (5.44m x 3.58m) Afforded a dual aspect with windows to sides, door to outside, brick fireplace with quarry style terracotta tiled hearth and extensive range of exposed timber and studwork. 

KITCHEN: 12' 0" x 11' 11" (3.68m x 3.65m) Fitted with a matching range of base units with preparation surfaces over and tiling above. Single sink unit with vegetable drainer to side, mixer tap over and double glazed windows to side. Further notable features include a four-door Rayburn oven set within tiled fireplace with timber surround, further range of wall units, electric oven, four-ring hob over and tiling above. Recessed shelving, exposed timber work, door to outside and opening to: 

BREAKFAST ROOM: 11' 11" x 8' 7" (3.65m x 2.63m) With double glazed casement windows to rear, central brick fireplace with quarry style terracotta tiled hearth and useful under stair storage recess with fitted shelving. 

First-floor  

LANDING: With single radiator and providing access to two-bedrooms and family bathroom. Panelled door to:  

BEDROOM 1: 19' 5" x 10' 2" (5.92m x 3.11m) With double glazed leaded light casement windows to rear affording views across the gardens and farmland beyond. Notable retained features include a fireplace (presently sealed) with mantle over and useful corner storage recesses with fitted shelving. Step up and door to: 

BEDROOM 2: 11' 8" x 11' 8" (3.58m x 3.57m) With UPVC double glazed casement window to side, recessed low-level storage space. 

BEDROOM 3: 11' 6" x 8' 7" (3.53m x 2.63m) With casement window to side affording views across the side and rear gardens. Single recessed store. 

FAMILY BATHROOM: 9' 7" x 8' 5" (2.94m x 2.59m) Fitted with ceramic WC, wall-hung wash handbasin and bath with tiled surround and chrome shower attachment. Leaded light window to side. 

Outside Hidden from view amidst an established hedge line border, the cottage is accessed via an unadopted farm track with a tarmacadam approach to a shingled area of off-street parking providing space for approximately five vehicles. Direct access is provided to the: 

GARAGE: 17' 5" x 7' 6" (5.31m x 2.30m) With up-and-over door to front and personnel door to side. Power connected.
 

GARDEN: The gardens are split into two distinct sections with the formal lawn surrounding the cottage and mature tree line border interspersed by hedging with walkway continuing passed the property exterior. A timber framed external store is set to the periphery of the gardens with a further parcel of land having been added to the cottage, currently classed as agricultural land and defined via a fledgling tree lined boundary to rear immediately abutting arable land. Set with no immediate neighbours enjoying a tranquil position amidst North Essex countryside 

SERVICES: Mains water, private drainage and electricity are connected. Oil fired heating. NOTE: None of these services have been tested by the agent.

Marketed by: David Burr Estate Agents, Leavenheath