High Street, Much Hadham, Hertfordshire, SG10

An exceptional family home at the heart of Much Hadham village. Offering a unique blend of heritage and modern living.

Description

Woodham House is a very exceptional residence located in the historic High Street of Much Hadham, Hertfordshire.

Set within over and acre of west facing grounds, this property stands out as one of the finest homes in the village.

With origins dating back to the late sixteenth or early seventeenth century and significant architectural enhancements in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, Woodham House offers a unique blend of heritage and modern living.

The front elevation features plastered walls and deep-sash windows, while the rear showcases picturesque finials and ornamental towers. The current owners have meticulously modernised and maintained the property, preserving its historical character.

Inside, the grand entrance hallway leads to a door opening onto the rear garden and a principal staircase. There are three main reception rooms, a study, and two kitchens—one recently installed and well-equipped, opening onto a sitting room and terrace.

The first floor comprises four double bedrooms, some with en-suite facilities, and the second floor offers three to four additional bedrooms.

The grounds include formal gardens, extensive terraces, mature trees, and a heated swimming pool with an enclosed pool room.

Location

Nestled in the picturesque Hertfordshire countryside, Much Hadham is a charming historic village that offers a delightful blend of community spirit and modern conveniences.

The village boasts a quaint village shop that includes a Post Office, a highly regarded public house, a beautiful church, and the well-regarded St Andrew's Primary School.

Families will appreciate the children's playground located on the Recreation Ground, which also features tennis courts and a Bowls Club, perfect for outdoor activities and socializing.

The 35 bus service conveniently runs through the village, connecting residents to Stanstead Abbots and Bishop’s Stortford.

For those commuting to London, mainline railway stations are available at Bishop’s Stortford, offering services to London Liverpool Street, and Harlow Town station, with travel times to Liverpool Street from just 32 minutes.

The village is well-connected by road, with the A10 and M11 accessible via the A414 and A120, providing easy vehicular access to London and the M25 to the south, or Cambridge to the north.

Much Hadham is also home to a pre-school, ensuring excellent educational opportunities for young children.

Nearby, you will find outstanding state schools and prestigious private schools such as Heathmount, Bishop’s Stortford College, Haileybury, and St Edmund's.

This vibrant village offers a perfect blend of historical charm and modern amenities, making it an ideal place to call home.

Square Footage: 6,846 sq ft



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Additional Info

The Listed building entry mentions the following:

C16 or early C17 timber frame, remodelled and centralised in early C18, refronted late C19. Painted brick and plaster. Old tile roof with tall square stacks. Two and a half storeyed, symmetrical front of projecting gable ends each with 2 Ground floor sashes, 1 1st floor 3-light casement, and bargeboards carved with wavy lines. Central gabled dormer. Door has carved consoles and flat hood which are part of entablature across middle of elevation, the architrave continuing on the end bays. Rear elevation has C17 pyramid roof stair turret towards N and c.1890, grey brick, two and a half storeyed, extension on S. Interior has very good, central, early C18 staircase with triplets of balusters on each step and scrolls on the sides. Contemporary panelling in hall and front room.

Services:

All mains services are connected. Various broadband options, including fibre, are available in the village.