4 bed cottage for sale

Drury Lane, Aythorpe Roding, Dunmow CM6

Situated off a quiet lane with stunning views over open countryside in the popular village of Aythorpe Roding is this beautifully presented four double bedroom detached, Grade II listed cottage, rich with period features and modern living amenities. The ground floor accommodation comprises:- Entrance Hall, Shower Room/Sauna, Dining Room, Living Room, Inner Hallway, Lounge, Boot Room, Utility Room, Kitchen/Breakfast Room/Summer Room. On the first floor are four double bedrooms, and a family bathroom with wet room shower. Externally the property benefits from well presented wraparound gardens including a swimming pool, summer house, garage use for storage and driveway parking.

Entrance Hall (4.7m x 2.7m (15'5" x 8'10"))

Entrance via timber door, double glazed timber windows to front aspect, stairs to first floor landing, wall mounted cast iron radiator, exposed timbers, sandstone tile flooring, wall mounted light fixtures, various power points. Door to Shower Room/Sauna. Opening to: Dining Room & Inner Hallway.

Shower Room / Sauna

Access to sauna with inset spotlights, three piece suite comprising: Pedestal wash hand basin with separate taps, low level WC, tile enclosed shower with glass door; wall mounted heated towel rail, tiled flooring, partially tiled walls, timber panelled walls, inset spotlights, extractor fan.

Dining Room (4.5m x 2.8m (14'9" x 9'2"))

Double glazed timber windows to front and side aspects, brick-built fireplace with wood burning stove & mantel piece, wall mounted cast iron radiator, exposed timbers, sandstone tile flooring, wall mounted light fixtures, various power points. Double doors to: Living Room.

Living Room (9.3m x 3.8m (30'6" x 12'5"))

Double glazed timber windows to front & rear aspect, original timber door to front aspect, open brick built fireplace with timber lintel, brick hearth and log burner, wall mounted cast iron radiator, exposed timbers, vaulted ceiling, ceiling mounted light fixtures, various power points.

Inner Hallway (3.6m x 1.2m (11'9" x 3'11"))

Sandstone tile flooring, wall mounted light fixtures, Doors to: Lounge, Utility Room, Kitchen/Living Area

Kitchen / Breakfast Room (5.4m x 4.5m (17'8" x 14'9"))

Double glazed timber window to front aspect, various base and eye level units with timber & granite work surfaces over, central island unit with oak work surfaces and inset double unit butler ceramic sink with mixer tap and carved drainer unit, Aga cooker with five ovens & two hotplates, breakfast bar seating for three people, inbuilt speaker system, York stone flooring, inset spotlights, various power points. Opening to: Sitting Area. Opening to:

Summer Room (3.7m x 3.1m (12'1" x 10'2"))

Double glazed timber windows to various aspects, double glazed timber French doors to garden, York stone flooring, ceiling mounted light fixture, various power points.

Utility Room (3.2m x 1.6m (10'5" x 5'2"))

Double glazed timber window to rear aspect, various base level units with splashback tiling and oak work surfaces over, inset ceramic butler sink with mixer tap, low level storage, space for washing machine, York stone flooring, ceiling mounted light fixture, various power points.

Boot Room (3.2m x 2.0m (10'5" x 6'6"))

Door to rear aspect, timber double glazed windows to rear aspect, space for tumble drier, wall mounted cast iron radiator, York stone flooring, ceiling mounted light fixture, various power points.

Lounge (4.5m x 3.0m (14'9" x 9'10"))

Double glazed timber windows to rear & side aspects, wall mounted radiator, sandstone tiled flooring, ceiling mounted light fixture, various power points. Door to: Plant room.

Plant Room (1.5m x 1.4m (4'11" x 4'7"))

Ceiling mounted light fixture, access to Warmflow oil boiler.

First Floor Landing

Double glazed timber windows to side aspect, carpeted stairway to first floor landing, post and rail timber balustrade, access to loft, wall mounted cast iron radiator, carpeted flooring, various power points. Opening to: Inner Hallway. Door to: Bedroom Two.

Inner Hallway

Double glazed timber window to front aspect, exposed timbers, ceiling mounted light fixture, various power points. Doors to: Family Bathroom, Principal Bedroom, Bedroom Three, Bedroom Four

Principal Bedroom (5.5m x 4.5m (18'0" x 14'9"))

Double glazed windows to side & front aspects, access to airing cupboard, range of inbuilt wardrobes, cast iron radiators, vaulted ceiling, carpeted flooring, ceiling mounted light fixtures, wall mounted light fixtures, various power points.

Bedroom Three (4.7m x 2.8m (15'5" x 9'2"))

Double glazed timber windows to rear & side aspect, fitted bespoke wardrobes, cast iron radiator, carpeted flooring, ceiling mounted light fixture, various power points.

Bedroom Four (3.3m x 2.1m (10'9" x 6'10"))

Double glazed timber windows to rear aspect, access to loft, cast iron radiator, carpeted flooring, ceiling mounted light fixture, various power points.

Family Bathroom With Wet Room Shower

Double glazed timber window to rear aspect, four-piece suite comprising: Walk-in tiled enclosed shower with shelving units, wall mounted wash hand basin with separate taps, low level WC, roll top bath with mixer tap, wall mounted heated towel rail, wetroom, tiled flooring, wood wall panelling, wall mounted light fixtures, extractor fan

Bedroom Two (4.6m x 3.6m (15'1" x 11'9"))

Double glazed timber windows to front & side aspect, inbuilt wardrobes, cast iron radiator, carpeted flooring, ceiling mounted light fixture, various power points.

Grounds

The property is approached via a private track and boasts an expansive and beautifully maintained garden. To the front of the property is a stone-shingled driveway, offering ample parking for multiple vehicles. The grounds feature a series of interconnected spaces, including a large flagstone patio that flows into a central outdoor dining and entertaining area.

Mature trees, shrubs, and flowerbeds enhance the garden’s character, with a pergola walkway adorned with climbing vines adding a charming touch. Multi-level brick flowerbeds border the house, complemented by a sleeper-enclosed suntrap with additional planting. Steps lead through the garden’s different levels, creating a dynamic layout.

Key features include a large timber shed, a garage storage area, a timber-built outbuilding, and a dedicated space for a chicken coop. A lawned area with further mature trees and hedges completes this tranquil setting, which also benefits from a swimming pool discreetly nestled behind privacy hedging. The entire property is fully enclosed, offering both seclusion and aesthetic appeal.

Additional Information

Oil fired central heating system, fibre to the premises internet.