4 bed detached house for sale

North Hill, Little Baddow, Chelmsford, Essex CM3

As part of our Signature collection and occupying a delightful position within the sought-after village of Little Baddow, Pledgers Cottage is a charming detached period home set within beautiful mature gardens. Rich in original features including exposed timbers, fireplaces and latch doors, the property provides flexible living space with four bedrooms, generous reception rooms, a large farmhouse-style kitchen, conservatory and study. Outside, the property benefits from extensive gardens, ample driveway parking and a substantial detached garage.

A traditional timber entrance door opens into an entrance hall immediately showcasing the property's wealth of original character with exposed timbers.

The entrance hall provides access to the staircase rising to the first floor together with the principal ground floor accommodation.

The heart of the home is the dual aspect sitting and dining room a beautifully proportioned reception space, the room is centred around the inglenook fireplace incorporating a wood burning stove, complemented by exposed beams and original timbers.

The farmhouse style kitchen features an extensive range of hand crafted solid wood wall and base units beneath contrasting work surfaces. There is a traditional aga, exposed beams and terracotta tiled flooring add to the room’s charm. There is room for a breakfast table providing informal dining with views across the gardens. Adjoining the kitchen is an inner lobby with a storage cupboard and access to the cloakroom.

To the left of the kitchen is a further reception room currently used as a study but it could be used as a family room or snug.

Adjoining the study is a utility room providing a shower, additional storage and space for an appliance.

To the rear of the property is the conservatory which has views over the garden and doors leading out to a paved terrace. The first floor landing has exposed beams and provides access to the four bedrooms and family bathroom.

The principal bedroom is a generous double bedroom offering space for freestanding furniture, with a charming dressing area, exposed beams and garden views.

Bedroom two is another generous double bedroom with views out over the side of the property.

Bedroom three is a comfortable double room and has views across the surrounding grounds. Bedroom four is a well-proportioned single bedroom.

The family bathroom is fitted with a traditional three piece suite comprising a panel enclosed bath, low level WC and a pedestal wash hand basin all complemented by attractive tiling.

Outside
Pledgers Cottage sits on a mature plot approached via a sweeping driveway providing extensive off-road parking and access to the detached garage.

Beautifully established gardens are one of the property's most impressive features wrapping around the property and providing a high degree of privacy. Predominantly laid to lawn the gardens are interspersed with mature trees, established shrubs and borders which provide year round interest.

Immediately adjoining the conservatory is a paved terrace perfectly positioned for outdoor dining and entertaining enjoying attractive views across the garden.

The detached garage has the potential for workshop space.

Location

Little Baddow is one of Essex's most sought-after villages, renowned for its picturesque surroundings, charming character and strong sense of community. The village offers a range of everyday amenities including a village hall, public houses, tea rooms and a highly regarded primary school, whilst the nearby city of Chelmsford provides an extensive selection of shopping, dining and leisure facilities together with a mainline railway station offering direct services to London Liverpool Street. There is a further railway station at Hatfield Peverel approximately 3 miles away. The surrounding countryside offers an abundance of scenic walks, bridleways and outdoor pursuits, with excellent road links via the A12 and A130 providing convenient access throughout the county.

Directions

Please use postcode CM3 4TQ for SatNav.

Important Information

Council Tax Band – G EPC Rating - D
Services - We understand that mains water, gas, drainage and electricity are connected to the property.
Tenure - Freehold
Our ref - CHE250174

Agent's note
There is a right of way across the bottom of the drive in favour of the neighbour.