The Accommodation
The Old Bakery is a quite stunning 5 bedroom detached Grade II listed property, which has been beautifully maintained and boasts an abundance of character and charm. The property have been substantially extended to provide modern edge to offer a stunning blend of period character and modern practicality.

Upon entering the property, one is welcomed by an entrance hall with stairs leading up to the first floor. The principal reception room comprises of three areas, separated by attractive open studwork, and is filled with exposed beams and timbers. Five windows and a glazed door allow natural light to flood in, as well as an impressive inglenook fireplace. A further family room also includes exposed beams and timbers, with windows to the front and rear aspects and a brick fireplace with fitted stove.

The stunning modern extension is a particular feature of this wonderful property and provides a real hub of the home. This area provides a bespoke kitchen, which is fitted with storage cupboards in contrasting finishes and granite worktops, as well as an Aga, dishwasher, and American style fridge-freezer. There is also a double butler sink and tiled floor, with windows to the front and side. The kitchen flows seamlessly into an open plan kitchen, dining, and family room with an island housing a 5 ring Miele induction hob, Miele oven and Miele microwave, a prep sink, cupboard units, and a breakfast bar. The impressive open-plan space features extensive windows on three sides, creating a bright internal area. Glazed double doors open to the front, providing the main day to day entrance, while further double doors open onto an inner sheltered courtyard. A side hallway leads to the double garage and further accommodation to include a shower room and utility room with worktops and storage cupboards, giving potential for a kitchen area.

A staircase gives access to a first floor living room/study and two double bedrooms, both ensuite. This area could be arranged to provide a self contained annex space. Staircase 1 rising from the entrance hall leads to a landing with a window to the front, 3 double bedrooms (two connected via an internal door) and the family bathroom with a white 3-piece suite.

Outside
This stunning property enjoys a private position set back from the road, its front garden area enclosed and screened by mature shrubs and trees. A block paved driveway accessed through a 5-bar gate provides off-street parking space for several vehicles and leads to a double garage. The rear gardens are a beautiful feature, laid predominantly to lawn with a wide variety of mature plants, shrubs and trees. A large paved terrace adjoins the back of the property, providing a great entertaining space., and there is also a discreet garden studio. In total the plot extends to approximately 0.73 of an acre.

The Setting
The highly regarded village of Ashdon has its own excellent primary school, nursery school, inn, church, and garage. The market town of Saffron Walden with its excellent shopping, schooling and recreational facilities including an 18-hole golf course and leisure centre with swimming pool is 3 miles away. Audley End mainline station offering a commuter service into London's Liverpool Street is 5 miles distant and the nearest M11 access point at Stump Cross (junction 9 south only) is 7 miles away.