5 bed detached house for sale

Upper Pond Street, Duddenhoe End, Saffron Walden, Essex CB11

Lockbie is a delightful Grade II listed country house set in an idyllic rural location, with easy access to both London and Cambridge, offering beautifully proportioned accommodation, a self-contained annexe, equestrian facilities and attractive south-west facing gardens.

The kitchen/breakfast room is a particular feature of the property. A more recent addition, it serves as an impressive family hub with extensive fitted units, a farmhouse table, a large range and double doors opening onto the terrace and gardens, enjoying views beyond. A laundry room and a large utility room with external access complete this part of the house.

The property offers three generous reception rooms, two with impressive open fireplaces. The substantial drawing room enjoys direct access to the gardens, while the sitting room provides a comfortable space for everyday living. A family room/study with adjoining boot room completes the accommodation.

The bedroom accommodation is both spacious and characterful, enjoying stunning views over the gardens and featuring a wealth of period details, including attractive timber-framed ceilings.

It comprises a principal bedroom suite, three further double bedrooms, one of which benefits from an en suite shower room and dressing room, together with a family bathroom serving the remaining accommodation.

The current owners have also created a highly practical one-bedroom annexe, comprising a kitchenette, shower room, sitting room and bedroom. This versatile space is equally well suited to guest accommodation, multi-generational living or as a home office.

Gardens and grounds
The secluded, sunny south-west facing gardens are a particular feature of the property, providing an attractive setting for both relaxation and entertaining. Predominantly laid to lawn, they are complemented by mature trees, established planting and colourful herbaceous borders, creating interest throughout the year.

A short distance from the house is a delightful heated outdoor swimming pool. Beyond this are the stable block and manège, together with two well-sized paddocks/meadows and an orchard.

The delightful market town of Saffron Walden is within 6 miles, offering a range of boutique shops, a renowned fine produce market and more comprehensive shopping facilities.

Saffron Walden and Cambridge provide an excellent choice of schooling. Road links to London and Cambridge are accessible via Junctions 8 and 9 of the M11 and the A10. Train services to London Liverpool Street (from 54 minutes) and Cambridge (from 15 minutes) run from Audley End station, approximately 4 miles away (10 minutes), while services to London King's Cross (from 39 minutes) are available from Royston station, approximately 8.5 miles away (20 minutes).

(Distances and times approximate).