Braxted Road, Little Braxted, Essex, CM8

Flamborough Cottage occupies an idyllic position on a quiet, tree-lined lane within the sought-after village of Little Braxted, set upon the Blackwater Ridge, one of the most notable topographical features of the Essex landscape.

Enjoying a wonderful sense of tranquillity, the property is surrounded by beautiful countryside and provides an exceptional village setting.

The current owners acquired the property in 2005, when it was a modest three-bedroom cottage requiring considerable refurbishment. Over the intervening years, they have undertaken an extensive and sympathetic programme of refurbishment and extension, creating a highly individual four-bedroom village home extending to approximately 2,760 sq ft, including the double tandem garage. The result is a beautifully considered home which successfully combines the character and heritage of the original cottage with stylish contemporary living.

Accommodation

Ground floor

An attractive entrance porch opens into the welcoming reception hall, from which the principal living accommodation unfolds. The impressive open-plan sitting and dining room is a particularly inviting space, featuring hardwood flooring, fine fitted cabinetry either side of the living flame gas fireplace and excellent proportions. Thoughtfully arranged into distinct seating and dining areas, it provides an ideal environment for both relaxed family living and entertaining.

Off the stairwell is a useful cloakroom, while the principal living areas lead naturally through to one of the property's most striking features: the superb garden room. With its vaulted ceiling and lantern window, this light-filled space has an exceptionally strong connection with the gardens. French doors open directly onto the sun terrace, allowing the garden to become a natural extension of the living accommodation during the warmer months.

Adjacent to the garden room is a well-appointed home office/study, which also benefits from a personal door providing direct access to the double tandem garage.

The generous L-shaped kitchen is fitted with a comprehensive range of cabinetry and incorporates a central island, together with a dedicated dining area enjoying lovely views over the gardens. The kitchen is complemented by a substantial utility and boot room with a handy airing cupboard providing excellent practical support to the main living accommodation.

First floor

The first floor provides four bedrooms, three of which benefit from en-suite facilities, including one arranged in a Jack and Jill configuration. The principal bedroom offers the potential to create a dressing room, via the storage room above the garage subject to the necessary alterations. The access is approached via the bedroom and features a skylight window, although with reducing head height.

Outside

Outside, the property is approached via a private driveway providing ample parking and access to the double tandem garage.

The beautifully landscaped gardens are a particular highlight of Flamborough Cottage. Thoughtfully designed and planted, they have been influenced by the renowned Beth Chatto Gardens with an exceptional variety of planting creating structure, colour, and seasonal interest throughout the year also with a pond set within a flower bed.

The garden has been designed as an integral part of the home, with established borders, mature trees and carefully considered planting creating a wonderful sense of enclosure and privacy. The garden is complemented by a raised sun terrace which ideal for al fresco dining.
To the rear is a kitchen garden, providing a further attractive and practical element to the grounds. Together, the gardens and grounds provide a rare combination of beauty, privacy and usability, complementing this exceptional village home perfectly.

What’s Nearby

Little Braxted: Little Braxted is a Rural Parish with country lanes and farm tracks. It is situated 4 miles north of Heybridge and close to Witham. The only concentration of housing is at Beacon Hill where three parish boundaries meet. The countryside slopes gently down from Beacon Hill to the River Blackwater where the Church of St Nicholas, Little Braxted Hall and Little Braxted Mill form a delightful group of historic buildings alongside the river. There are extensive views northwards towards Witham and beyond. Little Braxted is on the Blackwater Ridges and is close to the village of Wickham Bishops which has a high standard of facilities for a small community.


Schooling Options:

There are a number of schools within the area which includes the well regarded Great Totham Primary School. Secondary Education: The Plume School at Maldon, Thurstable School at Tiptree. Grammar Schools: at Chelmsford (KEGS and CCHS) and Colchester, The Royal Grammar, and St Mary’s Senior School for Girls. Independent Primary schools: at Maldon; Danbury and Colchester.