- Beautifully presented four-bedroom detached ‘Grade 2’ Listed cottage, combining original character features with stylish contemporary finishes throughout.
- Approximately 2,000 sq ft of versatile accommodation, including multiple reception rooms and a dedicated home office.
- Stunning kitchen/breakfast room with central island, ideal for modern family living and entertaining.
- Principal bedroom suite with walk-in wardrobe and en-suite shower room, complemented by three further well-proportioned bedrooms.
- Mature and private gardens with an extensive covered terrace, creating superb outdoor entertaining and dining space.
- Detached annex/studio with shower room and storage, offering excellent potential for home working, guest accommodation or ancillary living space.
4 Bedroom Detached House for sale in Saffron Walden
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Occupying a delightful position within the charming hamlet of Howlett End, surrounded by rolling North Essex countryside, Howlett Cottage is a beautifully presented four-bedroom detached period home that perfectly balances character, charm and contemporary family living. Thoughtfully improved by the current owners, the property retains an abundance of original features whilst offering the comfort and practicality required for modern lifestyles.
The accommodation extends to approximately 2,000 sq ft and is arranged around a welcoming entrance hall, leading through to a series of wonderfully characterful reception spaces. Exposed timbers, brick fireplaces and attractive period detailing combine to create an atmosphere of warmth and authenticity throughout. The sitting room is a particularly inviting space, centred around a striking fireplace, whilst the separate dining room provides an ideal setting for both formal entertaining and everyday family life.
At the heart of the home lies a stunning kitchen/breakfast room, comprehensively updated to create a stylish and sociable space, featuring a large central island, quality cabinetry and generous work surfaces, it offers the perfect environment for cooking, gathering and entertaining. Beyond, a useful utility room, cloakroom and dedicated home office provide excellent practicality for modern family requirements.
The first floor offers four well-proportioned bedrooms, including an impressive principal suite complete with walk-in wardrobe and en-suite shower room. The remaining bedrooms are served by a beautifully appointed family bathroom, all finished to an excellent standard and continuing the property's blend of character and contemporary styling.
Outside
Externally, Howlett Cottage enjoys a mature and wonderfully private plot, with extensive lawned gardens bordered by established trees and hedging. A large, covered terrace provides an exceptional outdoor entertaining space, creating a seamless connection between house and garden and offering the perfect setting for al fresco dining throughout the seasons.
A particular feature of the property is the detached annexe/studio building, offering excellent versatility. Currently arranged as office and studio space with its own shower room and storage, it lends itself to a variety of uses including guest accommodation, home working, creative pursuits or potential ancillary living space, subject to any necessary consents.
Important Information
- This is a Freehold property.
- This Council Tax band for this property is: F
Property Ref: 1459869
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