- DELIGHTFUL UNLISTED DETACHED THATCHED CHARACTER COTTAGE IN A HIGHLY DESIRABLE SEMI-RURAL SETTING, SURROUNDED BY AND OVERLOOKING OPEN COUNTRYSIDE
- BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED INTERIORS BLENDING PERIOD CHARM WITH STYLISH MODERN DECOR, INCLUDING EXPOSED BEAMS, WOOD FLOORS AND WOODBURNING STOVES
- IMPRESSIVE 23FT X 20FT PRINCIPAL RECEPTION ROOM FLOWING INTO A STRIKING FAMILY/DINING ROOM WITH A VAULTED CEILING AND EXCELLENT NATURAL LIGHT
- LIGHT-FILLED GARDEN ROOM WITH ATRIUM ROOF, BI-FOLDING DOORS AND BAR AREA, CREATING A SUPERB SPACE FOR ENTERTAINING AND RELAXED FAMILY LIVING
- TRADITIONAL SHAKER-STYLE KITCHEN WITH FEATURE DISPLAY DRESSER, BREAKFAST BAR, RANGE COOKER, BUILT-IN OVENS, GENEROUS STORAGE AND TILED FLOORING
- DETACHED THATCHED OUTBUILDING TO THE FRONT WITH LIVING AREA, KITCHENETTE AND BATHROOM, IDEAL FOR GUESTS, HOBBIES OR OCCASIONAL INDEPENDENT USE
- PURPOSE-BUILT SELF-CONTAINED DETACHED ANNEXE WITH TWO BEDROOM AREAS, SHOWER ROOM AND OPEN-PLAN LIVING/KITCHEN SPACE, IDEAL FOR MULTI-GENERATIONAL LIVING
4 Bedroom Cottage for sale in Chelmsford
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The Thatched Cottage is a delightful detached character home, full of charm and individuality, enjoying a highly desirable semi-rural setting in Chignal Smealy. Unlisted and beautifully presented, the property sits within landscaped gardens overlooking open countryside containing 2 notable outbuildings, a purpose-built two bedroom self-contained annexe and a thatched games room/office/studio. The property is within easy reach of Chelmsford city centre, excellent schools and mainline rail services into London.
The accommodation blends period character with stylish, practical living. Notable features include exposed beams, wood floors, feature fireplaces with wood-burning stoves and a striking vaulted ceiling within the central family/dining room. The impressive principal reception room measures approximately 23ft x 20ft and flows into the family/dining space, creating a warm and sociable heart to the home.
To the rear, a light-filled garden room with atrium roof and bi-folding doors provides an excellent entertaining area, complete with bar space and direct access to the sun terrace. The kitchen is fitted in a traditional Shaker style, with a feature display dresser, breakfast bar, range cooker, built-in ovens, generous storage and tiled flooring.
On the first floor, the principal bedroom benefits from fitted wardrobes and a walk-in shower room, while two further bedrooms also include fitted storage. A useful loft room, currently arranged as a home office, adds further flexibility.
A major advantage of the property is its excellent ancillary accommodation. To the front, a detached thatched outbuilding incorporates a living area, kitchenette and bathroom, ideal for a games room, home office or occasional independent use. In addition, a purpose-built detached annexe is set within the garden and is fully serviced, offering two bedroom areas, a shower room and an open-plan living/kitchen space. This makes the property particularly well suited to dependent relatives, older children, visiting guests or multi-generational living.
Outside, a gated entrance opens onto a gravelled driveway, with meandering pathways through landscaped gardens featuring lawns, an ornamental pond and several seating areas from which to enjoy the countryside views.
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Important Information
- This is a Freehold property.
- This Council Tax band for this property is: G
- EPC Rating is E
Property Ref: 956e15c4-2fef-443c-9369-53bb790a7f66
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