Summary -
Little Elms,Rye Hill,HARLOW,CM18 7JG
CM18 7JG
5 bed 3 bath Detached
Spacious family home with annex and protected countryside outlook.
- Over 2,200 sq ft of living space across multiple extensions
- Five bedrooms, master with cleverly concealed en suite
- Separate one‑bed studio annex ideal for guests or rental
- Huge plot backing onto AONB — rear land cannot be built on
- Off‑street driveway parking for four vehicles
- Weatherboard exterior requires regular maintenance
- Very slow fixed broadband despite excellent mobile signal
- Council tax Band E; local crime levels above average
Set on a huge plot backing onto protected AONB, this extended 5-bedroom detached cottage combines genuine period character with family-sized accommodation. The home includes a one-bedroom studio annex, generous reception space (over 2,200 sq ft) and off-street parking for four cars — rare for a rural setting close to good schools.
The living spaces are light and roomy, with exposed beams, a large inglenook-style fireplace and a country-style kitchen. Double patio doors open to a well-established, colourful rear garden designed for year-round interest. The studio annex at the bottom of the garden adds flexibility for guests, home office or rental income.
Practical points to note: the property sits on older construction with weatherboard cladding that will need ongoing maintenance. Broadband speeds are very slow despite excellent mobile signal. Council tax is above average (Band E) and local recorded crime is above average for the area. Some internal modernisation or energy improvements would raise comfort and running costs — the current EPC shown previously was D (53) with scope to improve.
This home will suit families seeking space, privacy and a countryside outlook with strong school choices nearby, or buyers wanting a character property with scope to modernise. Its protected rear outlook and large plot offer long-term security against nearby development, though purchasers should budget for maintenance and modernisation to fully unlock the house’s potential.
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