Summary - MAYS COTTAGE, SAFFRON WALDEN, DUDDENHOE END CB11 4UU
3 bed 1 bath Cottage
Quintessential three-bedroom thatch with studio, large gardens and panoramic rural views.
Grade II listed thatched cottage full of period features and authentic charm
Mays Cottage is a picture-postcard Grade II listed thatch cottage set in the peaceful hamlet of Duddenhoe End. The house offers three double bedrooms, three reception rooms including a conservatory, and generous period character throughout — exposed oak beams, original stone floors and two inglenook fireplaces combine to create an authentic country-home atmosphere. Outside, lovingly tended mature gardens, an ornamental pond and wide panoramic views deliver significant outdoor appeal and privacy.
Practical outbuildings add flexibility: a detached garden room/studio with its own shower room and underfloor heating is ideal as a home office, guest suite or creative space. A separate utility room, detached workshop with attic storage and a garage give scope for hobbies, storage and parking. The plot feels substantial and the position is idyllic while remaining within reach of Saffron Walden and Cambridge for commuting or amenities.
Buyers should note material considerations connected to the property’s listed status and thatch roof. Grade II listing will restrict alterations and may make some modernisation or extension work costly and subject to consent. Thatched roofs also require specialist maintenance and insurance considerations. The house currently has one main bathroom; further adaptation would depend on planning/listed-building permissions.
This home will suit buyers seeking a character-rich rural retreat who understand the responsibilities of owning a historic thatched cottage. It offers immediate charm and usable accommodation with potential to adapt the outbuildings for additional accommodation or home working, subject to permissions. Council tax is reported as high, and broadband/mobile are average to fast — important practicalities to consider alongside the lifestyle benefits.
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