2 Bed Terraced House, Single Let, Colchester, CO7 6DX £575,000

• Grade II listed 17th-century timber-framed cottage with beautifully renewed thatched roof and ridge (August 2024). +
• Two exceptionally sized reception rooms, each rich in character with exposed beams. +
• Striking inglenook fireplace with oak bressummer forming the heart of the sitting room. +
• Two generous double bedrooms with period detailing and calm, natural light. The principal bedroom with an array of fitted wardrobes +
• Modernised bathroom with full-size bath, rainfall shower and elegant finish. +
• Private west-facing garden extending to around 145ft with terrace, lawn and greenhouse. +
• Detached timber garage and shingled driveway providing off-road parking. +
• Set on a 0.21-acre plot (STS) within the Dedham Vale National Landscape. +
• Peaceful yet connected location close to Dedham High Street, the River Stour, A12 and Manningtree station. +

Set along one of Dedham’s most admired roads, Grove Cottage is a Grade II listed, 17th-century thatched home that embodies the timeless character of English country living. Its timber-framed construction, handcrafted detailing and soft, timeworn textures tell the story of centuries past, while sensitive updates bring quiet comfort and practicality to modern life. The home, originally two cottages now formed into one large, spacious property stands on a plot of around 0.21 acres (STS), its front thatched roof and ridge beautifully renewed in August 2024, ensuring longevity and peace of mind for years to come. Set behind a white picket fence and bordered by cottage planting, the approach is instantly welcoming. A shingled driveway provides off-road parking and leads to a detached timber garage, perfectly complementing the property’s heritage. Inside, the cottage opens into a pair of elegant reception rooms, each rich in period detail with exposed beams, polished timber floors and an original fireplace that anchor the living spaces with warmth and authenticity. The sitting room centres around a remarkable inglenook fireplace with a brick surround and oak bressummer, while the adjoining dining room offers similar proportions and character, creating a natural flow through the ground floor. To the rear, the kitchen and breakfast room combine rustic charm with modern functionality. Soft light filters through skylights and cottage windows, illuminating wood worktops, classic tiled finishes and a sociable dining area that opens directly to the garden.

Upstairs, two generous double bedrooms share the same gentle character, their exposed beams and sloping ceilings lending a sense of calm and continuity. The main bedroom is particularly spacious and includes built-in storage, while the second bedroom is ideal as either a family bedroom, a space for guests or as a peaceful study or retreat. The bathroom has been tastefully modernised, pairing a full-size bath and rainfall shower with understated, contemporary styling that complements the home’s age and architecture.

The west-facing rear garden stretches to around 100 feet, enclosed by mature trees and shrubs that create a private, sun-filled haven. A stone terrace sits directly behind the cottage, ideal for outdoor dining, while lawns and pathways meander toward a greenhouse and raised beds at the far end. It’s a garden designed for enjoyment in every season, made even more appealing by its long afternoon light and tranquil outlook.

Every aspect of Grove Cottage reflects considered stewardship: windows replaced like-for-like to preserve its character, oil-fired central heating with the boiler serviced in November 2025, new front-thatch and a general condition that shows care and pride at this Freehold home within Council Tax Band D.
Dedham itself lies at the heart of the Dedham Vale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, part of the landscape immortalised by John Constable. The village offers an exceptional way of life, with independent shops, cafés and galleries along its historic High Street, riverside walks beside the Stour, and convenient links via the A12 and Manningtree station for easy travel to London or the coast.