Summary - Myddylton Place, Saffron Walden CB10 1BB
6 bed 5 bath Semi-Detached
Exceptionally large, character-filled family house with annexe and garden close to schools.
Grade I listed 15th‑century house with exceptional original features
Extremely large 7,241 sqft interior with six double bedrooms
Two‑storey annexe with vaulted sitting room and kitchenette
Recently upgraded Aga kitchen opening to garden and reception rooms
Landscaped garden, central lawn and multiple outdoor seating areas
Walking distance to town centre shops, cafes and outstanding schools
Listed status restricts works; listed‑building consent required for alterations
Visible historic repairs and ongoing conservation maintenance likely; high council tax
This Grade I listed timber-framed house dates from the 15th century and has been sensitively modernised for family living while retaining striking period features. High vaulted ceilings, jettied upper stories, exposed timbers and original fireplaces create exceptional character throughout a very large 7,241 sq ft interior. The recently upgraded Aga kitchen opens to reception rooms and the landscaped garden, ideal for everyday family life and entertaining.
Accommodation is versatile: six large double bedrooms, five bathrooms and multiple reception rooms plus a two‑storey annexe with vaulted sitting room and kitchenette. The breakfast room’s unusual Priest Hole and tall windows are standout historic touches. Off‑street parking and a central garden with multiple seating areas add practical outdoor space in a town‑centre setting.
Important practical points are clear: the property’s Grade I status means any alterations will need listed‑building consent and specialist, conservation‑appropriate repairs. External timberwork and historic repairs are visible in places; while much has been renewed, further maintenance and careful refurbishment may be required. Council tax is very expensive and local recorded crime is above average.
Location is a strong selling point for families: the house sits in the heart of Saffron Walden within easy walking distance of shops, cafes and highly rated schools. Audley End station and the M11 provide straightforward links to London Liverpool Street, making the home suitable for commuters who value heritage and space. This is a rare opportunity for buyers seeking a large, characterful family home with an annexe and garden in a historic town centre.
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