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4 bedroom detached house for sale

Post box Cottage, London Road, Stapleford Tawney
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Detached house
4 bed
2 bath
3,512 sq ft / 326 sq m

Key information

Tenure: Freehold
Council tax: Band G
Broadband: Ultra-fast 1000Mbps *
Mobile signal: 
EE O2 Three Vodafone
Water: Ask agent
Heating: Ask agent
Electricity: Ask agent
Sewerage: Ask agent
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Property description & features

  • Tenure: Freehold
  • Bespoke timber detached cottage
  • Detached annexe with garden
  • Two detached garages & workshops
  • Detached office & gymnasium
  • APPROX. 0.49 ACRES (1,978.00 Sq.M.)
  • Former post office & post box
  • Feature inglenook fireplace
  • Gated drive for numerous vehicles
  • Outstanding refurbishment
An exquisite Grade II listed gated detached period home dating back some 400 years. Formally the Village Post Office boasts a wealth of original features including exposed beams, brickwork, vaulted ceilings & inglenook fireplaces. This charming weatherboarded cottage is a rare find and sits on approximately half an acre plot with several outbuildings including garaging, an office, a gymnasium and a detached Annexe with its own garden.

Entering the property, you are greeted by a welcoming hallway that leads to two reception rooms, each adorned with exposed beams & vaulted ceilings, plus a stunning Inglenook fireplace with a log burner. The modern & sympathetic kitchen has a stylish feel yet features an "AGA". The delightful dining area has a vaulted ceiling & a brick chimney breast, creating a perfect setting for entertaining guests. In addition, there is a guest cloakroom, utility room, ground floor shower room & further kitchenette & utility room.

Upstairs, the landing leads to four bedrooms, all of which feature a unique charm, vaulted ceilings and exposed beams. The stylish bathroom offers luxury with a roll-top bath & shower cubicle, providing a touch of class. The enchanting gardens offer a spacious patio area and feature an original water well and an outdoor kitchen BBQ, perfect for al fresco dining. The laurel hedging surrounding the extensive lawns offers a tranquil escape from the hustle & bustle of everyday life.

Parking will never be an issue with ample space for approx. ten vehicles, two large detached garages & a handy workshop. Additionally, there is a detached studio annex that provides a private retreat for guests or would make a perfect "Airbnb". There is a detached gym and office.

This property is a rare blend of historic charm and modern amenities, offering a unique opportunity to own a piece of history in a picturesque setting. Don't miss the chance to make this stunning detached cottage your new home in the heart of the English countryside.

Ground Floor -

Living Room - 5.03m x 3.28m (16'6" x 10'9") -

Cloakroom Wc - 1.40m x 1.40m (4'7" x 4'7") -

Dining Room - 4.98m x 3.86m (16'4" x 12'8") -

Kitchen - 2.29m x 7.54m (7'6" x 24'9") -

Family Room - 5.13m x 3.87m (16'10" x 12'8") -

Kitchenette - 2.25m x 2.56m (7'5" x 8'5") -

Shower Room - 2.21m x 2.54m (7'3" x 8'4") -

First Floor -

Bedroom One Vaulted - 5.33m x 4.10m (17'6" x 13'5") -

Bedroom Two - 4.46m x 3.45m (14'8" x 11'4") -

Bedroom Three - 4.95m x 2.06m (16'3" x 6'9") -

Bedroom Four - 2.75m x 2.84m (9'0" x 9'4") -

Bathroom - 4.37m x 2.46m (14'4" x 8'1") -

External Area -

Garage One - 4.95m x 3.91m (16'3" x 12'10") -

Workshop - 2.51m x 3.91m (8'3" x 12'10") -

Garage Two - 4.95m x 3.91m (16'3" x 12'10") -

Office - 3.40m x 4.01m (11'2" x 13'2") -

Gymnasium - 3.35m x 3.99m (11' x 13'1") -

Annex Studio (As) -

Living Bedroom (As) - 3.51m x 4.03m (11'6" x 13'3") -

Kitchen (As) - 2.39m x 2.36m (7'10" x 7'9") -

Shower Room (As) - 2.67m x 1.24m (8'9" x 4'1") -

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    Millers Estate Agents, have been Epping's leading Estate Agents since the early 1970's. Others have come and gone .... Indeed, there are no companies still operating in the High Street from when Michael Miller first opened the door to Millers Estate Agents some 50 years ago. We are proud that we have stayed the course serving the local property market through good times and bad. At Millers we are still looking to the future, and we are delighted to open our new sales office in the heart of Epping at 229 High Street. Today, Millers Estate Agents stands by its tried and tested approach, a local company run by a local family with a team chosen from the best local property professionals with an unrivalled knowledge of the Epping Forest property market. We are proud of our team's commitment to help you find the home of your dreams. At Millers, we pride ourselves at offering all that you would expect from a traditional estate agency putting the customer at the heart of everything we do including been there for you - 7 days a week - from our prominent High Street offices. Miller have been selected to represent the UK's largest network of independent estate agents in our given area - the Guild of Property Professionals. The Guild is a network of almost 800 independent high street sales and letting agents who have all signed a Code of Conduct, and are committed to shared core values of knowledge, integrity, and results. As a member of this prestigious group, we can help you get a better result Innovation is key to being the No.1 estate agency in our area - At Miller's we embrace the very best of modern marketing techniques. Including our investment in the highest level of marketing on the leading property portal Rightmove as well as using Zoopla, Primelocation and On the Market. On Facebook we use a targeting programme called 'Hooked' which targets potential buyers before they even start formerly looking. Millers also has a well-read targeted online magazine. Whilst we use a professional photographer to show the properties we offer for sale in the best possible way. We have moved a lot of people over the past 50 years, and we remain as passionate about the first person we moved to the next person we move! We are looking forward to the next 50 years and moving many more generations of local people.

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    Broadband availability and predicted speed: obtained from Ofcom on October 5, 2024

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