Thaxted Road, Debden, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB11

A modern family home with eco credentials in a wonderful position

Description

The Gatehouse is a distinctive and beautifully finished modern home, set within just over half an acre of gardens in a peaceful rural location with far-reaching views across the surrounding countryside. Combining contemporary design with characterful features and an exceptional level of natural light, this high-efficiency property offers a rare opportunity to enjoy countryside living with modern comforts. A vaulted entrance hall makes an immediate impression, with a striking feature window drawing in light and offering a framed view of the landscape beyond.

The open-plan kitchen and dining area has been designed as the heart of the home, featuring a central breakfast island, integrated appliances, and triple-aspect glazing. Bi-fold doors open directly onto the garden, creating a seamless connection between inside and out, ideal for entertaining or everyday family life. The sitting room provides a cosy and elegant space, centred around an inglenook fireplace with a wood-burning stove. French doors again lead to the rear terrace, making the most of the south-facing aspect. A separate study with a large front-facing window offers an ideal work-from-home environment, while a utility room and cloakroom complete the ground floor, which benefits from underfloor heating throughout.

A contemporary staircase with glass balustrade leads to the first floor, where there are four spacious double bedrooms. Each room includes built-in wardrobes, and two benefit from modern en suite shower rooms. The family bathroom features a freestanding roll-top bath, stylish tiled flooring, and wood-panelled walls, creating a luxurious yet timeless feel.

The grounds extend to 0.51 acres and laid mainly to lawn and framed by mature planting and open views. A south-facing Indian sandstone terrace offers a perfect spot for al fresco dining, while a decked seating area to the west of the garden captures the evening sun.

Planning permission has been granted for a detached triple bay cartlodge with store and living accommodation above (Uttlesford District Council ref: UTT/23/1061/HHF). Foundations are already in place, securing the approval in perpetuity and presenting excellent scope for future development. Offered with no onward chain, The Gatehouse is a superb example of modern rural living, thoughtfully designed and ready to enjoy, with the added benefit of planning potential for further expansion.

Location

Debden is a picturesque village situated just 3 miles south of the medieval market town of Saffron Walden, where there are extensive facilities including Waitrose and Tesco supermarkets and a range of independent shops and restaurants as well as a popular market which takes place every Tuesday and Saturday.

There is a shop/post office in Debden together with a restaurant and pub, The Plough. Newport (3 miles) has a range of local shops and convenience stores, and together with Audley End has a station offering services to London Liverpool Street and Cambridge. There is also a bus stop just outside of The Gatehouse that provides services to Saffron Walden, and to Thaxted/Bishop's Stortford in the other direction.

For the road commuter the M11 (Junctions 8 & 9) are 11 and 7 miles respectively. The M11 leads south to Stansted airport which offers an express train service into London Liverpool Street together with domestic and international air services. The M11 connects with the M25 and central and east London via the A406 and the A13. Stratford International Station provides non-stop services on the Eurostar into continental Europe.

Local independent schools are found in nearby Saffron Walden including Dame Bradbury’s and further afield, Felsted and Bishop’s Stortford College. For local state schooling there is Debden Church of England Primary School, Newport Free Grammar School and Saffron Walden County High. Further schooling is available in Cambridge including renowned prep schools such as King’s & St John’s College Schools and St Faiths, secondary schools include Perse CoEd, Perse School for Girls and The Leys.

All distances and times are approximate.

Square Footage: 2,289 sq ft