Queen Street, Great Oakley, Harwich, Essex, CO12

Charming 5-Bedroom 18th Century Cottage in Great Oakley, Harwich, Essex

A rare opportunity to acquire this beautifully presented 18th-century semi-detached cottage, nestled in the picturesque village of Great Oakley. Tucked away on a peaceful back street, this unique home offers character, charm, and generous living space, ideal for families or multi-generational living.

Property Highlights
• Versatile and spacious accommodation
• Five well-proportioned bedrooms
• Two bathrooms plus an en-suite and separate WC
• Detached studio annexe with kitchen and shower room
• Expansive conservatory and separate garden room
• Integral double garage and private driveway
• Low-maintenance rear garden with pond
• Period features including exposed beams, dual fireplaces, and original stone flooring

Tenure: Freehold
EPC Rating: F
Council Tax Band: D

Interior Description
Reception Hall (5.05m x 3.02m / 16'6" x 9'10")
A welcoming entrance with original stone flooring and a striking spiral staircase. Dual aspect windows offer plenty of natural light, with access to the living areas, WC, and garden.

Sitting Room (6.91m x 5.23m / 22'8" x 17'1")
A spacious and cosy living area boasting exposed beam ceilings and two feature brick fireplaces. Windows to the front and access to both the kitchen and conservatory.

Kitchen/Dining Room (5.21m x 3.66m / 17'1" x 12'0")
Well-equipped with a range of base and wall units, stainless steel worktops, tiled flooring, and rustic beam features. Opens into the conservatory, ideal for entertaining.

Conservatory (10.69m x 2.26m / 35'0" x 7'4")
Flooded with natural light and offering panoramic garden views. Provides seamless indoor-outdoor flow with access to the rear garden, sitting room, and kitchen.

Garden Room (4.52m x 2.41m / 14'9" x 7'10")
Currently used as a home office with exposed brick walls and wooden flooring. French doors lead out to the garden.

Bedroom One (7.04m x 4.47m / 23'1" x 14'7")
A substantial master suite above the garage, featuring a private dressing area, fitted wardrobes, and French doors to the rear garden.

Bedroom Two (3.28m x 2.95m / 10'9" x 9'8")
Double bedroom with a sloped ceiling and front-facing window.

Bedroom Three (6.81m x 2.46m / 22'4" x 8'0")
Spacious double with sloped ceiling and dual front-facing windows.

Bedroom Four (3.73m x 1.91m / 12'2" x 6'3")
Rear-facing window, sloped ceiling, and radiator.

Bedroom Five (2.8m x 2.7m / 9'2" x 8'10")
Single bedroom or potential study space, in need of some modernisation.

En-Suite (2.5m x 1.3m / 8'2" x 4'3")
Attached to one of the bedrooms, also requiring some refurbishment.

Bathroom One (3.71m x 1.91m / 12'2" x 6'3")
Stylishly tiled with a sloped ceiling, bath, separate shower, WC, and ceramic sink. Windows to front and side.

Bathroom Two (2.9m x 2.46m / 9'6" x 8'0")
Tiled floor and walls, dual rear windows, bath and shower combination, WC, and wash basin.

WC (Ground Floor)
Conveniently located off the reception hall.

Annexe & Outbuildings
Studio Annexe (3.76m x 2.44m / 12'4" x 8'0")
Self-contained space ideal for guests or extended family, featuring a fitted kitchen, double doors to the garden, and an en-suite shower room (2.44m x 1.14m).

Double Garage (7.72m x 4.6m / 25'3" x 15'1")
Large integral garage with dual access doors and side entry to the garden.

Exterior
The rear garden is designed for easy upkeep, featuring a charming pond, mature shrubs, and multiple seating areas. The garden also includes a detached garden room/office, making it ideal for remote work or creative pursuits.

This unique and characterful home combines period features with modern comfort in a peaceful village setting, making it a perfect retreat for those seeking charm, space, and flexibility.

Viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the size and potential of this property.

Buyer Process: Our customers use British Homebuyers to either purchase or assist in selling properties quickly and reliably. Therefore, any new applicants to purchase are subject to vetting to ensure they meet strict criteria.

Exclusivity Fee:
You can secure the purchase today by paying an exclusivity fee of £2,000 which gives you the rights to purchase within a given timeframe. The exclusivity fee is returned to you upon successful completion of the property. A processing fee of £200 is required in order to draw up an exclusive legally binding contract between the buyer and seller. This gives the buyer exclusive rights to purchase within a pre-agreed timeframe. Paying this fee ensures that the seller takes their property off the market and reserves it exclusively for you, therefore eliminating the risk of gazumping and aborted costs.


Disclaimer
The particulars are set out as a general outline only for the guidance of intended purchasers and do not constitute, any part of a contract. Nothing in these particulars shall be deemed to be a statement that the property is in good structural condition or otherwise nor that any of the services, appliances, equipment or facilities are in good working order. Purchasers should satisfy themselves of this prior to purchasing. The photograph(s) depict only certain parts of the property. It should not be assumed that any contents/furniture etc. photographed are included in the sale. It should not be assumed that the property remains as displayed in the photograph(s). No assumption should be made with regard to parts of the property that have not been photographed. Any areas, measurements, aspects or distances referred to are given as a GUIDE ONLY and are NOT precise. If such details are fundamental to a purchase, purchasers must rely on their own enquiries. Descriptions of the property are subjective and are used in good faith as an opinion and NOT as a statement of fact. Please make further inquiries to ensure that our descriptions are likely to match any expectations you may have.