High Street, West Wratting

A charming and beautifully presented, thatched, Grade II Listed cottage providing characterful accommodation with a private southwest-facing garden and ample off road parking.

The property has been thoughtfully updated and is set well back from the road in this attractive and highly regarded village, surrounded by open countryside yet conveniently placed for access to the A11 and Cambridge. Elm Tree Cottage combines character with the practicality and comfort of a modern home, creating a house that feels both individual and easy to live in.

The property has been extensively improved in recent years, with particular attention paid to retaining the cottage’s original character while introducing high quality contemporary finishes. Exposed timbers, fireplaces and traditional detailing sit comfortably alongside a modern fitted kitchen and updated bathroom, giving the house a balanced and cohesive feel throughout.

The accommodation is arranged off the entrance hall, which leads to a spacious dual aspect sitting and dining room with exposed beams, attractive wood flooring, and a fireplace fitted with a log burner forms a natural focal point. The dining area enjoys direct access to the garden via patio doors, making it ideal for dining or entertaining. The kitchen has been carefully designed with a range of fitted cabinetry, natural wood work surfaces, and integrated appliances including a double oven, induction hob, dishwasher, and fridge freezer.

The guest bedroom is located on the ground floor and benefits from fitted wardrobes together with both a window and a roof light, providing natural light. The bathroom has been refitted in a calm, contemporary style with a bath and shower over, vanity basin, and w.c.. A separate utility room provides additional storage and practical workspace with access to the garden.

Upstairs, the principal bedroom is a bright dual aspect room with exposed timbers and generous proportions, offering space for both bedroom furniture and additional storage.

Outside, the property is approached over a gravel driveway providing parking for several vehicles. The former garage now provides useful storage for bicycles and garden equipment and benefits from power, making it a flexible ancillary space. The rear garden has been extensively landscaped to create a particularly private and well-designed outside area, with a high quality paved terrace, pergola, and raised lawn. The south-westerly aspect ensures good afternoon and evening light, making the garden especially well suited to outdoor dining and entertaining.

The property is exempt from requiring an EPC, although a previous assessment rated the house as a respectable D, broadly in line with the national average for homes in the UK.

West Wratting is one of the area’s most desirable villages, valued for its attractive setting, strong community, and accessibility. Cambridge, Saffron Walden, and Newmarket are all within approximately 11 miles, while the nearby A11 provides efficient access further afield. The village itself includes a church, pub, and sports field, with additional day-to-day amenities available in nearby Balsham and Linton, including shops, cafés, schooling, and medical facilities.