3 bedroom cottage for sale

£300,000 to £325,000 Guide Price

This charming three bedroom semi detached period cottage on The Street, Tendring, offers an inviting blend of character, comfort and semi rural village life. Tendring itself is a peaceful village surrounded by open countryside yet conveniently positioned for everyday amenities.

The home itself has been thoughtfully extended and well maintained, retaining lovely period features such as beamed ceilings and exposed brickwork. Entry is gained through a UPVC stable door that leads into the lounge, a welcoming room measuring about 15'1" x 13', complete with a beamed ceiling, brick fireplace creating a warm focal point. An opening leads into the an internal hallway/study area, approximately 7'3" x 6'3", which also features a brick fireplace with log burner, tiled flooring, a built-in cupboard and additional exposed beams.

The adjacent dining room, around 9' x 7'6", enjoys a beamed ceiling, a radiator and a double glazed window to the side, making it a comfortable space for family dining. The kitchen/breakfast room measures approximately 10'11" x 9'10", includes worksurfaces with a range of cupboards and drawers, an integrated fridge and freezer, space for a washing machine, and space for a range cooker beneath a stainless-steel extractor. A breakfast bar, tiled walls and matching wall units complete this practical and sociable room, with a double glazed window overlooking the rear garden. The generously fitted bath and shower room includes a double ended bath with mixer tap and shower attachment, a large separate shower with glazed doors, vanity wash basin, low level WC, heated towel rail, fully tiled walls and flooring, and a rear double glazed window.

To the first floor, the landing leads to three bedrooms. The main bedroom, measuring roughly 11'11" x 9'9", features an attractive exposed brick wall, built-in wardrobes, a radiator and a double glazed front window. Bedroom two, about 9'8" x 8'1", and bedroom three, approximately 8'3" x 8'2", both include radiators and double-glazed rear windows with views over the open farmland beyond.

Outside, the walled front garden is laid to lawn and enhances the cottage’s kerb appeal. The landscaped rear garden offers a delightful mix of lawn, established shrub and flower borders, and a concrete seating area set beneath a pergola, perfect for outdoor dining or relaxation. A large workshop with power and lighting, a sizeable storage unit and a greenhouse provide excellent additional space. The property benefits from double glazing throughout, gas bottle heating and a private drainage system. A protection order applies to the land behind the cottage, giving residents direct access to scenic walks across open farmland.

Tendring’s location places it within easy reach of several beautiful coastlines and leisure destinations. The sandy beaches of Clacton-on-Sea and Holland-on-Sea lie around 15 minutes away by car, offering everything from seaside cafés to promenades and water-based activities. Walton-on-the-Naze, approximately 20 minutes away, is renowned for its pier, nature reserve and colourful beach huts, making it ideal for family days out.

Harwich International Port, around 10 miles from the cottage, provides ferry services to the Netherlands and cruise connections, further enhancing travel options. For air travel, London Stansted Airport is roughly 45 miles away, offering a wide range of domestic and international flights. With the nearby Dedham Vale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty also within easy reach, opportunities for countryside walks, cycling and riverside picnics are plentiful.

Everyday shops, cafés, pubs and restaurants can be found in neighbouring villages such as Weeley, Thorpe-le-Soken and Great Bentley, all lying within approximately 2 to 4 miles, making daily errands and dining out easily accessible. For commuters, the train stations at Weeley and Thorpe-le-Soken are around 2.5 miles and 4.5 miles away respectively, with regular services to Colchester, Ipswich and London Liverpool Street. Colchester sits approximately 10 miles from the property, while Clacton on Sea is around 8 miles, and Manningtree, with its fast London connections, is about 12 miles away. Further afield, Chelmsford can be reached in roughly 35 miles, and London is approximately 70 miles by road.

This delightful cottage offers a rare combination of rural tranquillity, village charm and excellent connectivity to nearby towns, cities, transport links and coastal attractions—making it a wonderful home for anyone seeking character and convenience in an idyllic countryside setting.