Summary - FRUIT FARM COTTAGE, LITTLE LAVER ROAD CM5 0JE
4 bed 2 bath Detached
Spacious family home on extensive, private park-like grounds near Ongar.
Grade II listed 16th-century cottage with sympathetic extension
Very large, landscaped park-like grounds with mature and fruit trees
Four bedrooms, two bathrooms, substantial 2,777 sqft living space
Garage with internal access, separate barn and carport, multiple parking
Large kitchen-diner; living room with patio access and fireplace
Listed status restricts alterations — can complicate repairs and works
Council tax described as quite expensive; ongoing maintenance likely
No flood risk; fast broadband and rural, village location
Set in mature, landscaped park-like grounds, this Grade II cottage blends 16th-century character with a sympathetic extension. Exposed beams, brick fireplaces and large windows create a warm, adaptable family home with generous reception space and a substantial kitchen-diner for everyday living and entertaining.
The property occupies a very large plot with an attached garage (internal access), separate barn, carport and multiple parking spaces — useful for hobbies, storage or small-scale home business use. The garden, patio, greenhouse and summerhouse provide privacy and scope for outdoor living and events.
Buyers should note the Grade II listed status: attractive historically, but it will restrict alterations and may complicate maintenance or future extensions. Council tax is described as quite expensive and the house’s age means ongoing upkeep and conservation-style repairs should be factored into costs.
Excellent for families seeking rural life near Ongar, the house sits close to a well-regarded primary school and secondary provision in Ongar, with good road links (A414/M11/M25) and Epping station reachable by car. Broadband is fast and there is no flood risk, making this a strong countryside-living proposition for those who value space and heritage.
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