Summary - OLD VICARAGE, WENDEN ROAD, SAFFRON WALDEN, ARKESDEN CB11 4HB
6 bed 5 bath Detached
Spacious Victorian country home with annexe and extensive grounds.
Circa 5,060 sq ft of period accommodation over multiple floors
An imposing former Vicarage offering substantial family living across approximately 5,060 sq ft set within about 1.3 acres of mature, private gardens. The house combines distinct Victorian and earlier timber-framed character—exposed beams, high ceilings, bay windows and original shutters—with generous reception space including a library, garden room and cellar with wine storage. A detached self-contained two-bedroom annexe, garages, workshop and extensive parking add practical flexibility for multi‑generational living or home working.
The accommodation includes six main bedrooms (plus loft room), three reception rooms, a study and five bathrooms, giving scope for a large family, guests or bespoke room conversions. The sweeping main staircase and period fireplaces create strong curb appeal and an immediate sense of history and scale. The annexe is integrated yet private, useful for relatives, staff or rental income subject to consent.
Important practical points: the property requires some modernisation and renovation throughout, and broadband speeds are slow—so expect updating for a contemporary lifestyle. There is a high flood risk for the location and council tax is described as quite expensive; these are material considerations for insurance and running costs. The house has not been offered for sale for over 50 years, presenting rare purchase potential but needing a clear programme of works.
For families seeking a spacious country residence with period charm and room to adapt, this home rewards careful renovation. Its size, annexe and outbuildings suit flexible uses, while the large, well‑screened plot delivers privacy and strong outdoor amenity. Buyers should factor renovation budgets, flood risk mitigation and ongoing costs into any offer.
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