High Street, Hempstead, Nr Saffron Walden, Essex, CB10

AMBOISE is a beautifully appointed detached family home occupying a prime centre position in the village of Hempstead. This distinguished residence has been comprehensively refurbished to an exceptional standard resulting in a home of notable quality and quiet sophistication. The property is complemented by delightful established gardens and a detached double garage.

An entrance lobby leads into the reception hallway and with doors leading off to all principal reception rooms, storage cupboard and a ground floor cloakroom. A stairs rises to the first floor featuring a half-landing window with shutters. The principal reception room is of a generous size and illuminated from three aspects and centred around a striking exposed brick fireplace with inset stove. A glazed door leads out to the rear garden. A separate dining room with rear aspect provides space for formal entertaining. The kitchen has been recently crafted and installed by Goddards of Saffron Walden. This impressive space with bespoke cabinetry is paired with solid hardwood surfaces and a ceramic sink. A stand-alone Range cooker forms the centrepiece, accompanied by integrated appliances and a shelved pantry and dedicated boiler cupboard. A window to the front provides village views, whilst a glazed door offers side access to the garden.

Upstairs, the landing leads to 3 double bedrooms; the principal bedrooms has a dual aspect and a smartly fitted contemporary en suite shower room. In addition, the family bathroom is fitted with a deep bath with shower over.

OUTSIDE, the property is set within a mature plot. A spacious driveway provides ample parking and leads to the detached garage with power and lighting connected. There is mature planting with a fence border. A paved terrace adjoins the rear of the property with space for a table and chairs with the remainder laid to lawn bordered by hedging and fencing creating a sense of privacy. There is also an area for vegetable beds and a summerhouse to one corner.

HEMPSTEAD has many period houses, cottages and a fine church. The market town of Saffron Walden lies some 7 miles from the village with an extensive range of social, recreational and educational facilities. There is access to the M11 (J9) and Audley End mainline railway station lies some 9 miles away providing regular services to London’s Liverpool St. The village of Steeple Bumpstead is about 3 miles away with a garage/filing station, post office and village shop. The City of Cambridge lies 17 miles away.