4 bed semi-detached house for sale

The Cross, Debden Green, Nr Saffron Walden, Essex CB11

60 the cross is a charming Grade II Listed period home occupying a prominent position within the heart of Debden Green. Beautifully presented throughout, the property has been sympathetically improved over the years to provide comfortable family accommodation.

The front door opens directly into an dining room, centred around an attractive exposed brick chimney breast with fireplace. This room connects naturally with the comfortable sitting room on the opposite side of the chimney. To the rear, the kitchen has been thoughtfully refitted with an extensive range of shaker-style wall and base units complemented by generous work surfaces. Integrated appliances include a double electric oven and 4-ring electric hob with extractor hood above, together with space for a freestanding dishwasher. Beyond the kitchen, a separate utility room provides additional storage and space for further appliances, whilst a modern ground floor bathroom is fitted with a contemporary 3-piece suite.

Leading from the rear entrance hall is the property's standout feature, a superb oak-framed reception room, constructed in the early 2000’s with its vaulted ceiling, exposed oak timbers and dual-aspect windows overlooking the garden.

The first floor is accessed via a central staircase rising to a characterful landing featuring an exposed timber beam. The generous principal bedroom is positioned at the front of the property and benefits from built-in storage together with its own en suite shower room. A second double bedroom, also located at the front, includes a built-in cupboard, whilst 2 further bedrooms are situated to the rear.

Outside, the property enjoys a delightful south-facing rear garden comprising a paved patio leading onto an established lawn, enclosed by fencing. There are useful storage areas and sheds to the rear together with space for the bottled gas tanks, an outside tap and gated side access. To the front, a shingled garden is enclosed by fencing and provides an attractive approach to the property. A further parcel of land situated opposite the house offers valuable off-road parking together with additional lawned garden space.

Debden green is a small hamlet situated approx. 5 miles from the historic market town of Saffron Walden, where there are shops, schools, sports and other facilities. Newport (3 miles) and Audley End (4.5 miles) provide train services to London Liverpool Street. Thaxted is only 4 miles distant, and offers further amenities, including a weekly market, restaurant, inns, church and educational facilities. Bishop’s Stortford lies approx. 9 miles to the south with a wide range of amenities and gives access to the M11 (J8) providing road connections to London, the M25, Cambridge and the Midlands.