Harlow Road, Roydon, Essex, CM19

There are homes you move into and there are homes you fall in love with.

This is very much the latter.

Dating back to around 1850, this striking black and white village home has been thoughtfully updated over the years whilst retaining the character that makes properties of this era so special. From the working log burner and original features to the recently installed bespoke double glazed windows, carefully chosen to complement the home's period appearance, every improvement has been made with the character of the property in mind.

Step outside and within minutes you can be walking through the Essex countryside, meeting friends at one of Roydon's village pubs or catching a train into London Liverpool Street. It's a lifestyle that blends village living with everyday convenience.

Inside, the house offers far more space than first meets the eye. Three separate reception rooms provide flexibility for modern family life, whether that's working from home, entertaining friends or simply finding a quiet corner to relax.

At the heart of the home sits a beautifully bright kitchen with vaulted ceilings and skylights overhead, creating a space that naturally becomes the hub of the house. The adjoining dining room is perfect for long family dinners, while the front sitting room comes into its own during the colder months, with the log burner creating a warmth and atmosphere that only a character home can offer.

Upstairs are three genuine double bedrooms alongside a brand new family bathroom featuring both a separate shower and bath, giving the flexibility that many modern homes often lack. New carpets throughout mean much of the hard work has already been done for the next owner.

Outside, the mature south facing garden stretches to approximately 90ft and feels wonderfully established, with lawns, mature planting and plenty of room for children to play, keen gardeners to indulge their hobby or simply somewhere peaceful to enjoy a morning coffee.

The detached garage, useful outbuilding and driveway parking for two vehicles add practicality, while additional free village parking is available just a short walk away.

Roydon remains one of the area's most sought after villages, offering a strong community feel, highly regarded primary school, local shop, pharmacy, pubs, riverside walks and direct rail links into London in around 35 minutes.

Homes like this rarely come to market. Full of character, rich in history and perfectly placed for modern village life, it offers something increasingly difficult to find.