Honey Tye, Leavenheath, Nr Colchester, Essex CO6 4NY

Chapel Cottage, Honey Tye - Ref: DP0213 - Guide Price £800,000 - £825,000
A beautifully presented five-bedroom thatched cottage with a substantial modern extension, set within approximately 1.1 acres of stunning gardens with great access to Colchester and the A12 corridor.

 
Overview
Chapel Cottage is a truly charming period home blending character features with more contemporary living space. The original cottage offers a wealth of exposed beams, brick flooring and an impressive inglenook fireplace, whilst the later extension provides light-filled, versatile accommodation ideal for modern family life.

Set within mature grounds of approximately 1.1 acres, the property enjoys a peaceful and private setting with beautifully established gardens, making this a superb country home.

Ground Floor Accommodation:
A part-glazed wooden stable door opens into a welcoming porch with brick flooring and dual-aspect windows, leading through to the main living accommodation.

The sitting room is full of character, featuring exposed beams, brick flooring and a stunning inglenook fireplace with woodburning stove. There are windows to the front and rear aspects, stairs rising to the first floor, useful understairs storage cupboards, and doors leading through to the garden room and dining room.

The dining room continues the character feel with brick flooring and dual-aspect windows, along with access to a useful storage room.

The heart of the home is the kitchen/breakfast room, fitted with a range of country-style wall and base units with solid wood worktops. Integrated appliances include a dishwasher, oven and hob, alongside a traditional Esse set within an inglenook. The room benefits from multiple aspects, solid wood flooring, a built-in double cupboard and a larder cupboard, creating a practical yet characterful space.

From here, a door leads into the utility room, fitted with additional base units, an enamel butler sink, space and plumbing for a washing machine, tiled flooring and access out to the side garden. There is also a downstairs cloakroom.

The property then opens into a large reception room forming part of the more modern extension. This is a bright and spacious room with a brick-built fireplace, French doors opening onto the patio and additional windows allowing plenty of natural light.

From this room, a door leads into a study, featuring a vaulted ceiling, dual-aspect windows and direct access out to the patio — ideal for working from home.

 
First Floor Accommodation:
The property benefits from two staircases, adding flexibility to the layout.

From the extension, stairs rise to a landing serving two bedrooms and a shower room.

Bedroom One is an impressive room with a vaulted ceiling, exposed beams, triple-aspect windows and built-in wardrobes.
The shower room is fitted with a corner shower, WC, vanity wash basin and Velux window.
A further double bedroom is accessed from this landing, with dual-aspect windows and built-in storage.
From here, access leads through to a second landing area which connects to the original part of the house.

The family bathroom is fitted with a panel bath, vanity unit with storage and WC.

The remaining bedrooms are located within the original cottage:

A well-proportioned bedroom with dual-aspect windows.
The main landing is a particularly characterful space with vaulted ceiling, exposed beams and original floorboards, along with an airing cupboard and windows to front and rear.
A further double bedroom offers exposed brickwork, timber beams and a wealth of character features.
 
Outside:

At the very front of the property there is a shingled driveway that leads round to the timber framed double car port and log stores. Immediately you get a feel for the private setting with a array of mature trees and planted borders that create a secluded front cottage feel with a pathway leading to the front door. 

The gardens are a real highlight of Chapel Cottage, extending to approximately 1.1 acres. A patio area to the rear enjoys an east and south-facing aspect, ideal for entertaining and outdoor dining.

The gardens are beautifully landscaped with:

Sweeping lawns
Mature trees and shrubs
Established hedgerow boundaries providing privacy
A feature pond with reeds and Flag Iris
A vegetable garden area
Winding pathways creating interest throughout
There are also several useful outbuildings including:

A summer house
Storage sheds and wood store
A greenhouse
The grounds offer a wonderful balance of open sunny areas and shaded spots, creating a truly idyllic outdoor setting.

 
Additional Information:
Drainage: Mains drainage | Babergh Council Tax Band C | Internet: EE (vendor advised), County Broadband and Openreach also available up to 1000mbps | Plot Size: Approx. 1.1 acres | Roof: Water reed thatch (ridge replaced approx. 15 years ago)