Maple Lane, Wimbish, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB10

Handsome Grade II listed former vicarage with extensive grounds

Description

This beautifully positioned Old Vicarage sits in a secluded setting overlooking the parish church, with grounds extending to about 3.3 acres.

This elegant period house, with origins dating from the 16th century and substantially rebuilt in the late 18th century (circa 1780), offers approximately 5,987 sq ft of well-balanced accommodation arranged over three principal floors, with additional cellar space beneath part.

The property has been thoughtfully refurbished in recent years, including the near-complete replacement of windows with bespoke Georgian-style sash replicas, extensive internal joinery, comprehensive rewiring and plumbing, and a modern twin-boiler heating system. The result is a refined family home combining period character with contemporary convenience.

The accommodation is both generous and versatile, comprising a spacious reception hall, an impressive kitchen/breakfast room fitted with painted cabinetry, polished granite work surfaces and integrated appliances, and three well-proportioned reception rooms. The principal bedroom suite occupies the south-facing front of the first floor and benefits from a dual-aspect outlook, fireplace, dressing room and an elegant bathroom. There are six further bedrooms, including a self-contained apartment on the top floor, offering flexibility for guests or ancillary use.

The house enjoys an enviable setting adjoining the church, with many of the principal rooms facing south. To the rear lies a charming enclosed walled garden with direct access from the family room.

The gardens and grounds are a particular feature, including landscaped gardens, a walled garden, a pond, paddock and timber outbuilding. There is a recently constructed quadruple garage with adjoining garden store and workshop, together with a covered swimming pool (approximately 51 ft x 18 ft), completing this exceptional country residence.

Location

Wimbish is quaint village located just 5 miles from the medieval market town of Saffron Walden. The village is home to a church and a primary school, and the nearby village of Radwinter (1.2 miles away) offers further amenities including a recreation ground, bowls club and a pub.

For schooling, Wimbish Primary School is in the village (plus other options in Radwinter, Great Sampford, Saffron Walden) and the property falls into catchment for the Joyce Franklyn Academy in Newport (6.1 miles away). There are also an abundance of independent schools for all ages available in the city of Cambridge (18.6 miles) including The Perse, The Leys and many more.

Saffron Walden provides a wide variety of cultural and recreational amenities. There is a popular market which takes place every Tuesday and Saturday, as well as everyday supermarkets including Waitrose, Tesco and Aldi.

For the commuter, both Audley End and Newport stations offer regular services to Cambridge and to London Liverpool Street. The M11 (junction 9a) is also approximately 9 miles away and gives access to the A14 and A1, and to the south, Stansted Airport and the M25.

All distances and times are approximate.

Square Footage: 5,987 sq ft


Acreage: 3.33 Acres

Additional Info

Mains Water and Electricity. Private drainage system.

The property also benefits from solar panels and a feed in tariff scheme.