4 bed cottage for sale

School Lane, Dedham, Colchester, Essex CO7

Occupying a delightful position on School Lane in the heart of Dedham, this enchanting Grade II listed cottage is a fine example of period village architecture, set within beautifully established grounds and approached via a generous gravel driveway with detached garage. Rich in character and history, the property offers a wealth of original charm alongside versatile accommodation arranged over three floors, all within one of Essex's most sought-after villages in the heart of the Dedham Vale.

The cottage occupies a generous plot, in a private setting within the heart of the village. The property is approached via timber gates which open onto an extensive gravel driveway, providing ample off-road parking and access to the detached garage.
The ground floor provides a practical and well-balanced arrangement of living accommodation. The sitting room is a generously proportioned reception room with large sash windows overlooking the gardens and a fireplace forming an attractive focal point.
The dining room - complete with pantry - is positioned adjacent to the kitchen and offers an excellent space for both formal dining and everyday use. The study provides a separate reception room, ideally suited to home working or as a reading room.
The kitchen is fitted with a range of units centred around an Aga which serves as both a practical cooking appliance and an attractive focal point. A separate utility space provides additional storage and laundry facilities, whilst a cloakroom completes the ground floor accommodation.
A staircase leads down to the cellar, currently used as a wine store. Providing excellent storage space, this useful area is a notable feature of the property.
The first floor provides three well-proportioned bedrooms with the main bedroom benefitting from the convenience of an en suite bathroom, whilst the remaining two bedrooms are served by a separate shower. Each room enjoys an individual character befitting the age of the property, with attractive views over the surrounding gardens and village setting.
A staircase rises to the second floor, where a further bedroom offers a secluded retreat, ideal as a guest bedroom, hobby room or additional study space. This floor is complemented by a spacious family bathroom.
The gardens wrap around the cottage and are predominantly laid to lawn, interspersed with a variety of mature trees, established shrubs and well-stocked borders. A number of seating areas have been created throughout the grounds, offering opportunities to enjoy both sun and shade at different times of the day. Well-defined boundaries and mature planting provide a good degree of privacy, whilst the varied layout creates interest and colour throughout the seasons.
A generous garden room provides a useful ancillary building with potential for a variety of uses. Attached storage facilities further enhance the practicality of the outside space.
The garage, together with the extensive driveway parking, represents a particularly valuable feature for a central village property, whilst the established gardens provide an attractive setting for this charming Grade II listed cottage.

Entrance Hall

Cloakroom (1.9m x 0.97m (6' 3" x 3' 2"))

Sitting Room (5.23m x 3.35m (17' 2" x 11' 0"))

Dining Room (4.32m x 2.3m (14' 2" x 7' 7"))

Kitchen (4.47m x 2.74m (14' 8" x 9' 0"))

Utility Room (1.96m x 1.02m (6' 5" x 3' 4"))

Study (2.92m x 2.87m (9' 7" x 9' 5"))

Lobby (1.32m x 0.94m (4' 4" x 3' 1"))

Landing (1.22m x 0.48m (4' 0" x 1' 7"))

Bedroom (2.97m x 2.82m (9' 9" x 9' 3"))

Shower (0.66m x 0.64m (2' 2" x 2' 1"))

Bedroom (4.4m x 4.32m (14' 5" x 14' 2"))

Ensuite Bathroom (2.64m x 1.88m (8' 8" x 6' 2"))

Bedroom (2.92m x 2.9m (9' 7" x 9' 6"))

Landing (5.33m x 1.96m (17' 6" x 6' 5"))

L shaped room.

Bedroom (3.7m x 3.18m (12' 2" x 10' 5"))

Family Bathroom (2.44m x 2.3m (8' 0" x 7' 7"))

Cellar (4.32m x 2.97m (14' 2" x 9' 9"))

Garden Room (3.96m x 3.07m (13' 0" x 10' 1"))

Storage (3.23m x 2.2m (10' 7" x 7' 3"))

Garage (5.49m x 3.12m (18' 0" x 10' 3"))

Services

We understand mains electricity, water and drainage are connected to the property. Oil-fired central heating.

Agents Note

School Lane is a private, unadopted lane where the residents contribute towards upkeep as and when it is required.

Broadband And Mobile Availability

Broadband and Mobile Data supplied by Ofcom Mobile and Broadband Checker.
Broadband: At time of writing there is Standard, Superfast and Ultrafast broadband availability.
Mobile: These figures show the percentage of measurements across this postal district over the last 12 months that can successfully stream video or make a video call if they have coverage. EE 85%, O2 75%, Three 82% and Vodafone 74%. Performance scores should be considered as a guide since there can be local variations.