Property Details: • Type: End of Terrace • Tenure: FREEHOLD • Floor Area: 1767 sqft
Key Features: • Grade II listed four-bedroom thatched cottage with 1,767 sq ft of accommodation • Blend of period character and modern updates, including exposed beams and feature fireplace • Contemporary kitchen/dining room with roof lantern and bi-fold doors to the garden • Flexible layout with two reception rooms, family bathroom and ground floor shower room • Generous wrap-around gardens with terrace, timber barn, and driveway parking • Sought-after village location close to Saffron Walden, with direct rail links to London nearby
Location: • Nearest Station: Newport (Essex) Station • Distance to Station: 2.8221583463165496 miles
Agent Information: • Address: Office 5, The Granary, Compass Courtyard, Clanver End, CB11 4UL.
Full Description: <p>Nestled on the outskirts of the picturesque North Essex village of Debden, <strong>56 Wash Cottages</strong> is a delightful Grade II listed thatched home that blends period charm with modern family living. Extending to approximately 1,767 sq ft across three floors, this four-bedroom cottage offers versatile accommodation and enjoys a generous garden plot with open countryside views.</p><p>The ground floor strikes the perfect balance between character and contemporary style. A welcoming sitting room showcases exposed timbers and a feature brick fireplace, creating a warm and inviting retreat. The modern kitchen/dining room forms the hub of the home, fitted with sleek cabinetry and integrated appliances, complemented by a roof lantern and bi-fold doors opening onto the terrace. A second reception/dining room provides additional space for family or entertaining, while a stylish shower room completes the level.</p><p>On the first floor, three bedrooms are arranged around the landing. The principal bedroom is notably spacious, featuring original beams, while two additional rooms provide flexibility for family use or as a home office. These rooms were previously part of a larger room, allowing them to be rejoined into one large bedroom if desired. A bright family bathroom with both a bath and a shower serves this floor.</p><p>The top floor adds further versatility, featuring a generous fourth bedroom and an adjoining sitting room, ideal for a guest suite, teenager’s den, or creative studio.</p><p>Outside, the property is set within wrap-around gardens laid mainly to lawn, with mature borders and a brick-paved terrace for outdoor dining. A timber garage, storage shed, and driveway parking enhance the practicality of the home.<br /><br /><strong>Agents Notes:</strong><br />Tenure: Freehold<br />EPC Band Exempt (Grade II Listed)<br />Uttlesford District Council - Tax Band E - £2,742.06pa<br />Oil-Fired Central Heating, Private Drainage Via A Klargester, Mains Water & Electrics.<br />Mobile Coverage: Mixed Indoor & Outdoor Coverage Across All Major Networks (Ofcom)<br />Broadband Coverage: Superfast Available, 33 Mbps (Ofcom)</p><p><strong>Location:</strong><br />Debden is located 4 miles from Saffron Walden and is a small rural village in the Uttlesford district of Essex in the East of England with a population of 778 inhabitants (2011 Census). The village has a local primary school, a village hall that also houses the local post office, a recreation ground, there is a children's play area as part of the recreation ground and a wonderful network of local footpaths for walking and tennis courts.</p>
