Location

Felsted: 3.8 miles; Braintree: 5.3 miles; Great Dunmow: 8.5 miles; Chelmsford: 9.5 miles; Witham: 10 miles. All distances approximate.

The property is located towards the end of a country lane in the hamlet of Little Leighs, which is a charming area, situated approximately 9.5 miles north of Chelmsford and lies beside the River Ter, just south of the village of Great Leighs. The area provides an attractive medieval parish church with straightforward access to the A131 linking through to the A120 and beyond. The nearby village of Great Leighs includes a village primary school, local store/post office and public house and lies approximately equidistant between the centres of Chelmsford, Braintree and Witham.

For secondary education, students typically travel to nearby towns where there are several options, including Helena Romanes School in Great Dunmow, Chelmer Valley High School in Chelmsford and several schools in Braintree. The local schools are well regarded and offer a broad curriculum that supports students through their GCSEs and A-Levels. In the private sector there is Felsted School and New Hall School (Boreham) for boys and girls from age 4-18.

For the commuter there are railway stations at Braintree, Chelmsford and Stansted Airport to London Liverpool Street, and access on to the A120 linking with the M11 (junction 8) at Bishop's Stortford.

Description

The Thatched Cottage, a charming 18th- or early 19th-century timber-framed and plastered property, is a beautifully extended Grade-listed home. It offers well-presented and highly versatile accommodation, finished with exceptional attention to detail, all set within the idyllic hamlet of Little Leighs.

This charming property offers approximately 160.2 square metres (1,723.9 square feet) of thoughtfully arranged living space, spread over two floors. It combines the character of a traditional cottage with the practicality and flexibility brought by a well-designed extension.

On the ground floor, the home opens into an inviting entrance hall, which leads into a bright and spacious living room at the front of the property with a charming redbrick fireplace. This room benefits from large bay windows and has a bathroom tucked away to the side. Adjacent to the hall is the dining room with open studwork leading to a stylish kitchen, located toward the rear of the house. This generously proportioned and light-filled space has a range of units with ample work space. Beyond is a practical utility area.

A significant feature of this home is the extension, which creates a clear separation from the main part of the house. Accessed through a connecting hallway from the kitchen, this addition introduces a large reception room with generous dimensions and plenty of light in addition to contemporary log burner. The room is ideal as a second lounge, family room, or even a home office or studio. This part of the house also includes its own floating staircase, leading to a spacious bedroom located directly above the reception room. The bedroom has its own private shower room, making it an excellent self-contained guest suite.

The first floor of the main house is home to two further bedrooms. The larger of the two sits at the rear of the property and includes access to a storage space. The second bedroom, slightly smaller, is located at the front. A centrally positioned family bathroom serves both rooms. Additionally, a walk-in dressing area provides additional space.

Outside
Set in a peaceful location, the property is accessed via a generous driveway bordered by iron fencing, offering ample parking for multiple vehicles. To the rear, the east-facing garden serves as a delightful continuation of the home, featuring a sheltered paved terrace ideal for outdoor seating and dining. Steps lead up from the terrace to a well-kept lawn, surrounded by established flower beds and shrub borders.

Services
Mains water and private septic tank, oil-fired heating.

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