A 16th-century Grade II listed Tudor cottage, encompassed by half an acre of gardens, in a desirable village location.

• Grade II listed cottage
• Beautiful period features
• 0.4 acre plot
• PP to construct an annexe
• Three double bedrooms
• Master with ensuite
• Cottage rethatched in 2020
• Mature gardens
• Ample driveway parking
• Garage with studio

This charming, thatched Grade II listed cottage has a wealth of character within, including delightful beams and an inviting inglenook fireplace. The accommodation features two reception rooms, an impeccably stylish kitchen, a utility room and a beautifully styled family bathroom on the ground floor.

Upstairs, there are two double bedrooms and a separate WC to one side, with a master bedroom and ensuite to the other.

Outside, there is ample driveway parking and a double garage which has been converted into a single garage and studio/office.

The fantastic half-acre garden encompasses the property and includes well-established beds of planting, formal lawns, a patio and an orchard. Additionally, a greenhouse and a wood store are also included.

Nestled behind wooden five bar gates and a pedestrian gate, Elm Cottage welcomes you with its large block paved driveway and captivating thatched facade. The well-established gardens at the front feature a vibrant palette of colours, setting the scene for a truly delightful property.

As you make your way down the driveway, you will find a convenient garage, equipped with an alarm system and boasting a studio on one side. Notably, planning permission has been granted for an annexe at the rear of the garage.
Ample parking space is available, and a charming patio to the side leads to the main entrance of the home.


Entrance
Inside, you are greeted by a warm and inviting entrance hallway with natural light pouring in through the side window. The hallway guides you to the kitchen, dining room, and stylish bathroom.


Dining room
To the right of the entrance hallway lies the formal dining room, exuding elegance with its stunning beamed ceiling and walls. Square wooden windows offer dual aspects, allowing for delightful views of the front and side gardens.


Living room
A door from the dining room accesses the living room, a bright and spacious room featuring a delightful brick inglenook fireplace with a wood burner set upon a slate hearth. Additionally, an original entrance to the home is accessible through a small hallway to the side.

With dual aspects to the front and rear, this room brings in an abundance of natural light, creating a cosy and inviting atmosphere.


Kitchen
Turning to the left of the entrance hallway, you will discover the well-appointed kitchen, boasting shaker-style wall and base units with wooden worktops.

Adorned with a Butler sink, light-up display cabinets, a wine rack and quality Karndean wood effect flooring.

The kitchen provides ample space for dining and is fully equipped with a Rangemaster oven, integrated dishwasher and under-counter fridge freezer.

A useful utility room, situated to the rear of the kitchen, offers additional convenience with its sink, wall and base units, and access to the rear garden.


Bathroom
The ground floor is completed by a stylish family bathroom, boasting a WC, washbasin and 'P' shaped bathtub with a rainfall shower overhead. The ornate tiling and wooden panelling add a touch of sophistication to this space.


Bedrooms two and three
From the living room, a staircase accesses the first floor where a window-lit landing leads you to two generously proportioned bedrooms and a WC. Throughout the first floor, beautiful beams grace the ceilings, adding character and charm to each room.

Bedroom two, positioned to the right-hand side of the property, offers delightful views through its front-facing window.

The third bedroom, a spacious double, delights with dual aspect windows, providing stunning views of the front and side gardens. This room is further enhanced by the convenience of a wash basin.


Master bedroom
From the hallway, a staircase ascends to a landing, featuring a large built-in wardrobe and granting access to the master bedroom. This generously sized room boasts dual-aspect windows, allowing natural light to fill the space while providing captivating views of the surroundings.

The master suite also boasts an ensuite shower room, complete with a WC, washbasin, shower cubicle and ample storage space.


Garden
Outside, the grounds of Elm Cottage offer an oasis of natural beauty, encompassing the property with approximately half an acre of mature gardens.

Meticulously maintained, the gardens include formal lawns, picturesque flower beds and an orchard with a variety of fruitful trees.

A sizeable patio on the side and rear of the property provides an ideal space for alfresco dining, entertaining and enjoying leisurely barbeques. Additionally, a vegetable garden, greenhouse and wood store further complement the property's grounds.


Agents note
Elm Cottage comes with the added advantage of planning permission for the creation of an annexe behind the garage, allowing for further expansion and versatility.

Moreover, the roof of the cottage was rethatched in December 2020.

Mains electricity and water. There is a sunken LPG tank and a septic tank. This property further benefits from broadband and CCTV.

Council tax band G

Reservation Fee - refundable on exchange

A reservation fee, refundable on exchange, will be payable by the Buyer to Andrew Grant Sales Limited prior to issuing the Memorandum of Sale and marking the property as Sold Subject to Contract. This fee will be reimbursed upon Exchange of contracts.

In the instance the Seller withdraws from the sale the fee will be returned to the Buyer. The fee will be retained by Andrew Grant Sales Ltd to cover costs in the event the Buyer withdraws from the purchase or doesn't Exchange within 6 months of the fee being received other than as a result of:

1. Any structural or material issues arising from any survey that has not previously been disclosed
2. A defect in the seller’s legal title
3. The local searches reveal any matter that has a material adverse effect on the market value of the property that were previously undeclared or unknown

The reservation fee levels are as follows:
an agreed offer under £500,000 will be £750 inclusive of vat
an agreed offer between £500,000 and £1,000,000 will be £2,000 inclusive of vat
all agreed offers over £1,000,000 will be £3,000 inclusive of vat

The reservation fee is payable upon acceptance of an offer which itself is subject to an assessment of ability to proceed. Any renegotiation of an accepted price after the issue of the Sales Memorandum for any reason not covered in points 1 to 3 above will lead to the reservation fee being retained. A further fee will be payable on any subsequent reduced offer accepted by the vendor. This will be returnable subject to the conditions that prevail for all reservation fees.