A four bedroom detached home, with a stunning countryside aspect.
Old Oak Cottage is an attractive four bedroom detached home, located in the sought-after village of Waltham St. Lawrence. The property sits centrally on an approximate plot of half an acre and benefits from surrounding mature gardens and a countryside aspect. It's attractive red brick façade is complimented by a modern kitchen extension and converted oak-framed outbuilding, combining an ideal blend of period features and contemporary living.
The entrance hall leads into the spacious sitting room. The sitting room is dressed in two different areas, providing flexible accommodation and a dual aspect of the garden. It has been finished with a neutral palette, wooden flooring and an open fireplace for a cosy atmosphere. A formal dining room has ample room for entertaining and a double set of French doors backing onto the garden patio for the summer months.
The open-plan kitchen/dining room is a key feature of the home, with delightful views of the surrounding countryside to the side and the rear. It has been designed to take advantage of the southerly-west facing aspect with glass windows, bi-folding doors and a roof-lantern. The kitchen has been finished with a palette of greys and whites and is centred around the island, with granite work surfaces, a porcelain tiled floor and a Everhot cooker. There are a number of base units and a walk-in pantry for storage. The layout offers ideal flexibility for modern day living with the option to choose between a dining area or a play area. The ground floor is completed with a separate utility room incorporating a cloakroom and a boiler/storage area.
On the first floor there are four bedrooms and three bathrooms, including the primary bedrooms with a walk-in-wardrobe and an en suite shower room. The guest bedroom also includes an en suite and there is an additional family bathroom.
Outside
Old Oak Cottage is approached via a remote controlled five bar gate, onto a shingled driveway with ample parking for multiple vehicles. A previous outbuilding has now been converted into a home office and gym.
The structure is purpose built with an oak frame, clay tiled roof and finished with a weather boarded timber panel. It is an ideal space for home working purposes with broadband, heating and air conditioning. It also could be used as an additional guest accommodation with three sets of french doors and a small patio to the rear. There is also a separate store area for supplies and garden tools.
The property sits centrally in its plot and is surrounded by gardens which are mainly laid to lawn and bordered by mature hedging and trees. To the side and rear the property overlooks paddocks and fields.
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A lovely family home in such a pretty spot in this sought-after village. I love it's aspect overlooking the neighbouring countryside.
Adam SayersProperty agent