Grade II listed detached period cottage with strong Tudor character
Five bedrooms, three reception rooms; flexible family living
Ground-floor double bedroom and adjacent shower room with underfloor heating
Well-appointed kitchen with granite worktops and electric underfloor heating
Detached double garage; parking for several vehicles on gravel driveway
Mature, secluded rear garden approx. 0.2 acre; high privacy
Planning consent to replace garage with cartlodge and solar panels (UTT/2120/11/FUL)
Listed status restricts alterations; low ceilings and compact room sizes; expensive council tax
Set in the heart of Littlebury, Beech Cottage is a beautifully presented Grade II listed period home offering five bedrooms, three reception rooms and rich Tudor character throughout. Exposed beams, brickwork and inviting fireplaces create warm living spaces, while a well-appointed kitchen with granite worktops and electric underfloor heating delivers modern convenience within a historic shell.
The layout suits family life and flexible working: a ground-floor double bedroom and adjacent shower room provide single-level accommodation, while four further bedrooms and a family bathroom sit upstairs. The master bedroom includes a dressing area with fitted wardrobes; one bedroom is currently used as a home office.
Outside, a wide gravel driveway provides parking for several cars and leads to a detached double garage. Beyond lies a secluded, mature rear garden of about 0.2 acre with established trees and hedging offering privacy and room for family activities or gardening. Planning consent exists to replace the garage with a timber cartlodge and hayloft incorporating photovoltaic panels (UTT/2120/11/FUL).
Important considerations: the property’s Grade II listed status means alterations will be controlled and may be costly. Several rooms have low ceilings and period proportions, so some spaces feel compact. Council tax is high. Overall, this is a characterful family home in a desirable village setting, best suited to buyers who value historic detail and are comfortable with listed-property maintenance.
