Braughing, Nr Ware, Hertfordshire, SG11 2PW

 Set in an elevated position overlooking the River Quin and paddocks to the front yet right in the heart of this highly regarded and sought after village.

This semi detached, grade II listed cottage has been the subject of sympathetic and meticulous improvement in the last few years and cleverly combines the original features with contemporary design and fitments. The owners have a real flair for design which is found throughout the cottage but particularly in the wonderful refitted kitchen/dining room with its glazed roof over the dining area that floods this room with light. Both bedrooms are doubles with the principal one enjoying an en suite bath/dressing room. Exposed timbers and a red brick fireplace with wood burning stove really set off the living room.

A particular feature are the lovely gardens at the front and rear. They have been attractively landscaped and planted with a herb/kitchen garden close to the house with a lawn beyond leading to a great entertaining area that adjoins the garden studio room that is ideal as a home office or extra occasional accommodation.

STEP INSIDE

Steps lead up to the cottage and the front door opens into the reception hall with window to the front and door into the luxurious and contemporary shower room. 

The living room is a delight and enjoys a large bay window to the front aspect, exposed timbers and a red brick fireplace with wood burning stove. Stairs rise to the first floor and a door opens into the kitchen/dining room. Beautifully fitted with an extensive range of wall and base level units with granite worktops and set off by white subway tiled surrounds. There is an island unit, built in dishwasher as well as a second built in fridge. Further matching units provide space for washing machine and tumble dryer and a fridge freezer. There is a butler sink and windows overlooking the rear garden. The dining area has a glazed roof and bi fold doors leading into the garden allowing light to fill the room. This is the hub of the home and a great place for entertaining family and friends.

Upstairs, off the landing to the rear is a good size double bedroom overlooking the beautifully landscaped back garden. The bedroom is lovely and light and well fitted with built in wardrobes. Off the landing to the front, is a bath/dressing room that leads into the principal bedroom. There is a roll top bath strategically placed on a raised plinth so one can enjoy the view to the ford. A wash basin sits impressively on an antique Singer sowing machine stand and the room is finished with encaustic tiles, exposed timbers and original floorboards. There is a deep walk-in wardrobe and dressing area. The principal bedroom is a lovely room that is both cosy and spacious with a slightly vaulted ceiling, exposed timbers and windows to both the front and side aspects.

STEP OUTSIDE

Approached from the lane with steps leading up and into the pretty front garden. Laid to lawn with flower beds and well screened by a mature hedge this really is a lovely part of the garden to sit and while away the day.

The rear garden has been thoughtfully designed, landscaped and planted. To the very rear of the house is a patio and a herb/kitchen garden with steps that lead up to the lawned area of the garden. The lawn is bordered by flower beds and shrubs and leads to the top of the garden where one finds an area that is wonderful for entertaining. Attractively, gabions filled with natural rock and topped with timber seats have been placed around a gravel area that is ideal for a fire pit or for barbecuing. This area is bordered by ferns and planting and leads to a patio set in front of the studio room. With light and power connected the studio is an excellent addition to the cottage and is ideal for those that work from home or for entertaining. The owners have also used it a occasional accommodation for visitors. At the rear of the studio, hidden away is a useful garden shed.

LOCATION

Quin Cottage is in such a great spot. Ware, Buntingford, Hertford and Bishops Stortford are easily accessible, yet you are conveniently tucked away in a traditional, English, picture postcard village.

Braughing is surrounded by beautiful countryside through which there are many wonderful footpaths and bridleways. The village enjoys three village pubs/eateries, a highly rated primary school, St Mary's Church and numerous societies and sports clubs. In addition there is a cricket field, tennis courts, a village hall and of course the ford that is the focal point of the annual Braughing wheelbarrow race. Local favourite, Pearce's Farm Shop, butcher and café is just a country walk or short drive away.

Stations for those who commute are not far away in Ware, Hertford and Bishops Stortford and the A10 provides excellent access to the surrounding area, the M25, London and Cambridge. Stansted Airport is about 20 or 30 minutes drive, far enough away but still convenient.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Local authority: East Herts DC
Council Tax Band: D
Grade II listed by English Heritage.
All mains are connected 
Gas fired central heating by radiators.