Banbury SquareGreat Waltham, Chelmsford, CM3 1FD

Badynghams is a distinctive period home dating back to 1371, rich in character and architectural detail, being offered with no onward chain.

Positioned in the heart of Great Waltham, it stands before the medieval parish church and includes charming, well-balanced accommodation, comprising four bedrooms, three reception rooms, an Elizabethan-inspired cottage garden and a garage.

The property is approached via a charming parterre courtyard garden fronting the village green. An impressive oak door opens into a hall within the stair tower, leading directly into the principal sitting room. Additional access is provided by a side door to the church path and a rear door to the garden. The house offers well-proportioned, rectangular rooms with high ceilings and retains eight original fireplaces. The sitting room, dining room and two of the bedrooms enjoy views over a planted border and pathway towards the church. The kitchen, located beside the dining room, is fitted with bespoke oak cabinetry and includes a large Aga, dishwasher, washing machine, dryer and boiler. It overlooks the garden, with a window facing the main entrance. A small lobby connecting the kitchen and dining room opens, via an ancient door, onto the rear garden. Beyond the sitting room, and capable of independent access if desired, is an additional reception room currently arranged as a home office. A separate cloakroom is situated off the hallway.

Two oak staircases - one within the front stair tower and another by the side entrance - lead to the first floor. Upstairs are four double bedrooms, two bathrooms and a shower, ingeniously created en suite within a chimney breast. Two bedrooms overlook the church - one faces the garden, and another enjoys far-reaching views across the parkland of Langleys.

History
Badynghams is a Grade II* listed house and was first recorded in the names of John and Agnes Badyngham, and over the centuries, the house has evolved through a series of thoughtful alterations and additions. In 1992, a major programme of restoration was undertaken, including extensive repair and replacement of historic brickwork and timbers, ensuring the preservation of this remarkable property for future generations.

Outside
The Elizabethan-inspired cottage garden is beautifully enclosed by mature shrubs and a tall beech hedge, creating a private and sheltered setting. A brick-paved terrace forms an elegant focal point, featuring a formal rectangular pond and a gate leading directly to the churchyard. The upper garden is thoughtfully arranged with sculpted yew topiary and a paved pathway that links to the detached double garage. The borders are planted with an array of attractive specimens, including roses, acanthus, alliums, box hedging and a flourishing vine. Beyond the garage lies a discreet garden store area, together with the oil tank.

Services
The property has mains drainage and oil-fired heating.

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