Summary - Poppy Cottage, Queen Street, Great Oakley CO12 5AS
2 bed 1 bath Bungalow
Character-filled single-storey cottage with courtyard garden and parking.
Detached period cottage in village centre with character features
Poppy Cottage is a detached single-storey period cottage set in the heart of Great Oakley, presented in good decorative order and offering compact, well-laid-out accommodation ideal for a first home or downsizer. The accommodation includes a kitchen/diner with French doors to a private courtyard, a lounge with a cast-iron log burner and exposed brickwork and beams, plus two bedrooms and a modern bathroom. The plot is small, so outdoor upkeep is low and off-street parking is available behind double timber gates.
Practicalities to note: the house is oil-fired with a boiler and radiators, built with solid brick walls that are assumed uninsulated, and the EPC is listed as F. These factors will affect running costs and may prompt upgrading (insulation, heating improvements, possible boiler replacement) to improve efficiency. Broadband speeds are slow and mobile signal is average — relevant for remote working or heavy internet users.
The cottage’s location is a strong selling point: tucked in the centre of a popular village with a primary school, convenience store, pub and other everyday amenities within easy walking distance. Harwich International Port and the A120 are a short drive away, making the property practical for commuting or occasional travel.
Overall, the property offers characterful, single-level living with low-maintenance outdoor space and scope for energy upgrades. It will suit buyers seeking village life and period features who are prepared to consider improvements to energy performance and connectivity.
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