No bars, no signal predictedOne bar, reliable signal unlikelyTwo bars, may experience problems with connectivityThree bars, likely to have good coverage and receive a data rate to support basic web servicesFull bars, likely to have good coverage indoors and to receive an enhanced data rate to support multimedia services
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4 bedroom detached house for sale

Sheepcotes Lane, Little Waltham, Chelmsford
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Detached house
4 bed
2 bath
EPC rating: E*
2,051 sq ft / 191 sq m

Key information

Tenure: Freehold
Council tax: Band D
Broadband: Basic 29Mbps *
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
  • Detached Cottage
  • Four Bedrooms/Two Bathrooms
  • Two Formal Reception Rooms
  • Stunning Countryside Views
  • 0.2 Acre Plot With Meticulous Gardens
  • Cart Lodge With Adjoining Workshop & Log Store
  • Detached Annex With Full Services
  • Off Street Parking For Numerous Vehicles
Nestled in an idyllic elevated setting with panoramic countryside views, Sheepcotes Farm Cottage offers an enchanting blend of history and modern comfort. This charming, timber-framed, weather boarded property, believed to be close to 200 years old, sits centrally on a 0.2-acre plot, affording exceptional views of surrounding farmland and impeccably kept gardens. Situated near the picturesque village of Little Waltham, the cottage has been tastefully refurbished to provide warm, inviting living spaces across two floors.

The ground floor opens into a welcoming reception hall, leading to a spacious cloakroom, utility room, a dining area adjacent from the fully fitted kitchen, designed with both style and functionality in mind with the heart of the home being the delightful formal lounge with a featured log burner and solid wood flooring running throughout the room. The heart of the home lies in the delightful, Upstairs, the main bedroom boasts a Juliet balcony with countryside views and a private en-suite shower room, complemented by three additional bedrooms and a three-piece family bathroom.

Outside, the property features a cart lodge with parking for two vehicles and ample driveway space, alongside an adjoining workshop and wood storage area. An independent outbuilding, complete with full amenities, including a kitchenette and shower room, serves as a perfect guest suite, enhancing the versatility of this remarkable property. Sheepcotes Farm Cottage effortlessly combines historical charm with modern-day conveniences in a breath-taking rural setting.

Little Waltham is a charming, traditional village in Essex, set along the scenic River Chelmer. It boasts several amenities ideal for families, including nursery and primary schools, a private school, the historic White Hart pub, and the beautiful Church of St Martin. For shopping and additional services, Chelmsford city is nearby, offering a bustling shopping centre, restaurants, and excellent educational institutions. Chelmer Valley High School, Beaulieu Park School, and two grammar schools are notable state options, while the prestigious Felsted and New Hall schools, known for their academic reputation, are also conveniently close.

Commuters benefit from easy access to Chelmsford railway station and the forthcoming Beaulieu Park station, set to open in 2025, which will provide efficient rail links to London Liverpool Street and other regional destinations. This combination of rural charm, educational options, and commuter connectivity makes Little Waltham an attractive place to call home.

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    Broadband availability and predicted speed: obtained from Ofcom on July 12, 2023

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