2 bed cottage for sale

Ivy Cottages, Chignal St. James CM1

Built circa 1890, Ivy Cottages is a delightful period cottage situated in the hamlet of Chignal St. James. The cottage offers superb views over farmland to the front and rear, and occupies a generous plot with ample off street parking to the front with a detached timber frame garage/workshop and office space to the rear. Immaculately presented and deceptively spacious, the property offers a very comfortable and homely feel throughout. Whilst there is emphasis on a strong local community with regular use of the village hall, Chignal St. James is also within just a short drive of Chelmsford City centre and its mainline train station serving London Liverpool Street. Viewing is advised.

Entrance door

Entrance Porch

Plenty of space for coats, door to

Ground Floor Cloakroom

Obscure double glazed window to side, low level w.c, wash hand basin, radiator.

Sitting Room (3.58m x 3.28m)

Coving to ceiling, double glazed window to front, radiator, archway through to

Dining Room (4.47m x 3.33m)

Providing a lovely sense of space and laying partially open plan to the kitchen, double glazed window to rear overlooking the garden, log burner, radiator, stairs to first floor with turned staircase.

Kitchen / Breakfast Room (5.99m x 2.79m)

Inset spot lights, double glazed window to rear with delightful views over the garden, fitted with a comprehensive range of wall and base level units, square edge worktops, inset single drainer sink unit, four ring hob with hood over, separate oven, space for American style fridge freezer, French doors to conservatory, door to small utility.

Utility Room

Offers a window to front, wall and base level units, inset corner sink unit, space for stacked style washing machine and tumble dryer.

Conservatory (5.05m x 3.15m)

Glazed roof line, double glazed windows to rear and side providing a delightful view over almost the entire rear garden, the room is off a good size and offers multiple use with direct access onto the garden.

First Floor Landing

Window to front, doors to

Bedroom One (4.55m x 3.78m)

A fantastic room with part vaulted roof line, large double glazed window to rear providing a simply stunning view over the garden and towards the fields beyond, fitted wardrobes radiator.

Bedroom Two (3.58m x 3.28m)

Coving to ceiling, window to front with delightful views over the lane and fields beyond, ornate fireplace, fitted wardrobes, radiator.

Bath / Shower Room

An impressive room with modern five piece suite, inset spot lights, obscure double glazed window to rear, twin basins with mixer taps and drawers beneath, bath with side mounted mixer tap, separate shower unit with glazed screen, w.c with concealed cistern, part panelling to walls.

Parking

To the front there is a gravelled driveway providing ample parking for a number of vehicles, whilst a five bar gate leads to more parking, garage/workshop and office space.

Gardens

As previously mentioned the property occupies a generous plot within the lane. The rear garden is mostly laid to lawn and hedged and fenced to boundaries. There are very pleasant views over surround fields over the top of a low cut hedge, and to one corner there is a good size timber framed summer house. A particular feature is a useful timber framed workshop which is of approximate double garage size proportions with power and light connected. Part of the workshop has been divided creating an office space.

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Chelmsford is a vibrant and fast growing City that blends modern living with rich heritage, making it an attractive choice for a wide range of buyers. As the county town of Essex, it benefits from two train stations offering direct services to London Liverpool Street - Chelmsford Station and the newly opened Beaulieu Park Station - making it especially appealing for commuters.
The City is known for welcoming, multicultural community, reflected in its diverse neighbourhoods, varied dining out options, international grocery stores and inclusive local events. At its heart stands Chelmsford Cathedral, a striking landmark and cultural hub offering a community venue which also runs concerts, exhibitions and educational events throughout the year. The area is also highly regarded for its education, home to two of the regions most respected grammar schools: King Edward VI Grammar School (kegs) and Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs), both renowned for academic excellence. With extensive green spaces such as Central Park and Hylands Estate, alongside a lively City centre filled with shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities, Chelmsford offers a balanced lifestyle ideal for families, professionals, and those seeking excellent connectivity with a strong sense of community.