Centrally located in Great Horkesley and within easy reach of local amenities, this Grade II listed, semi-detached cottage offers accommodation comprising two reception rooms, study / workroom, kitchen / breakfast room, pantry /utility room, ground floor shower room, two bedrooms and family bathroom. The property also benefits from well stocked cottage gardens, outdoor social spaces, workshop / office, off-road parking and beautiful field views.
This Grade II listed cottage is situated in the ancient parish of Great Horkesley, and mere footsteps away from the footpaths which trace through this most beautiful North Essex countryside. Offering superb country living, surrounded by historic features which clearly work hand-in-hand with the requirements of 21st century living.
The property is approached via electric, double gates which lead onto a gravel drive - providing off-road parking for several vehicles. A wrought iron pedestrian gate leads the visitor through a cottage garden to the entrance door.
Once inside, a modern, stylishly glazed entrance hall provides a delightful spot in which to greet guests before moving through to the main living accommodation.
The living / garden room is an airy retreat, tucked quietly out of the way of the more busier rooms. A high, vaulted ceiling, white walls and bi-fold doors - replete with shutters - enhance the calm ambience of this room.
The kitchen is presented in country chic, with bespoke cabinets complemented by Farrow and Ball Elephant's Breath paint. A central island provides further worktop space for food preparation and a breakfast bar for casual mealtimes.
Adjacent to the kitchen is a dedicated dining room - perfect for those who enjoy formal dining - however, with its inset wood burner this room would also make a cosy second sitting room.
From here, an opening leads through to the study / work room. Tucked neatly away, this is a great place to work from home or have a creative afternoon with crafts.
A utility / pantry and a shower room complete the ground floor accommodation.
On the first floor, the country elegance continues with a spacious landing, two double bedrooms and characterful bathroom - replete with slipper bath and separate corner shower cubicle.
To the rear of the property, a veranda prompts views across the garden and provides dry sanctuary on even the wettest of days. The well-stocked cottage garden adds colour and summer fragrance for the viewer - albeit a member of the household or their guests.
These mature gardens have a shingle pathway leading past the living room towards an outdoor entertaining area, ideal for year-round alfresco dining. The remainder of the garden is laid to lawn, with low fencing allowing the eye to be drawn across the neighbouring fields.
Entrance Hall 10'10" x 4'9" (3.3m x 1.45m). Solid wood entrance door into glass passageway. Brick floor and wall feature. Underfloor heating.
Ground-floor Shower Room 7'4" x 5'7" (2.24m x 1.7m). Window, with obscured glass, to side aspect. Walk-in shower with mains, rain shower. Wash-hand basin atop storage unit. Low-level WC. Tiled floor. Half tiled. Underfloor heating. Extractor fan.
Living Room / Garden Room 15'4" x 13' (4.67m x 3.96m). Dual aspect room with window to front and bi-fold doors to rear. Vaulted ceiling. Exposed timbers. Free-standing wood burner with brick hearth. Underfloor heating. Field views.
Kitchen / Breakfast Room 16'4" x 13'10" (4.98m x 4.22m). Window to rear aspect. Matching wall and base units. Space for range oven. Tiled splashback, set into brick surround with bressummer beam. Extractor fan. Double farmhouse sink, with mixer-tap. Granite worktop. Integrated dishwasher. Central island with solid wood worktop. Integrated fridge and freezer. Dresser style storage unit. Two radiators. Limestone flagged floor. Door to side.
Pantry / Utility Cupboard 9'2" x 2'7" (2.8m x 0.79m). Window, with obscured glass, to side aspect. Space for washing machine. Flagstone floor. Upright towel radiator.
Study / Workroom 16' x 6'8" (4.88m x 2.03m). Window to front aspect. Exposed brick and timbers. Built-in under stairs cupboard. Solid wood floor. Radiator. Opening to dining room.
Dining Room 15'8" x 12'3" (4.78m x 3.73m). Dual aspect room with box bay window to side and window to front. Brick fireplace with inset wood burner and brick hearth. Solid wood floor. Exposed timbers. Radiator. Stairs to first floor.
Landing 13'1" x 8'11" (4m x 2.72m). Window to front aspect. Eaves storage. Cupboard containing hot water cylinder. Exposed brick and timbers. Loft access. Radiator.
Bedroom One 13'6" x 9'5" (4.11m x 2.87m). Dual aspect room with windows to rear and side. Walk-in wardrobe with sliding 'barn' door. Exposed timbers. Radiator. Loft access.
Bedroom Two 12'8" x 12'6" (3.86m x 3.8m). Sash-window to side aspect. Built-in wardrobe. Cast-iron fireplace. Exposed brick and timbers. Radiator.
Bathroom 12'9" x 6'5" (3.89m x 1.96m). Window, with obscured glass, to rear aspect. Free-standing slipper bath, with ball and claw feet. Shower enclosure with mains shower. Pedestal wash-hand basin. Low-level WC. Wood-laminate flooring. Heated towel rail. Tongue and groove panelling to two sides. Partially tiled. Cupboard containing hot-water cylinder. Extractor fan.
Outside The property is approached via an electric gate onto a gravel drive - which provides off-road parking. A wrought iron gate leads to a lawned garden. Gravel area with raised beds. Outside tap.
To the rear, the garden commences with a veranda from the kitchen which leads onto a well stocked cottage garden. Enclosed by willow fencing and hedgerow. Further covered, outdoor dining / living area. Gate to front. Summerhouse. Electric sockets. Field views. Greenhouse.
Workshop / Office Power and light connected.
Agents note The ridge on the thatched roof was replaced late 2021 which should last approximately 20 years.
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