• Impressive Grade II listed village house +
• Believed to date back to the 14th century +
• Wealth of period features +
• Generous and versatile accommodation comprising five bedrooms and three reception rooms +
• Off-road parking and an enclosed rear garden providing privacy and practicality +

A prominent village house, set within the heart of this attractive North Essex village.

Description

Howchins is an impressive Grade II listed village house, prominently positioned within a conservation area in the heart of Earls Colne. Believed to originate in the 14th century and subsequently remodelled and updated over its lifespan. the property retains a wealth of historic charm and character.

Of timber-framed construction with plastered elevations, with a traditional roof of handmade red clay tile, the accommodation comprises five bedrooms, three reception rooms, a kitchen/breakfast room, a utility room, a family bathroom, en suite shower room and a cloakroom. Externally, the property benefits from off-road parking and an enclosed rear garden.

The property is entered via a welcoming entrance hall, providing access to the principal reception rooms and staircase to the first floor. To the front is a generously proportioned lounge, offering an excellent formal living space. To the rear is a substantial snug/family room, ideal for more relaxed everyday use.

The heart of the home is formed by the kitchen, which opens into a spacious dining room, creating an ideal layout for family living and entertaining. Adjacent to the kitchen is a practical utility room with additional storage and appliance space. A ground floor WC is conveniently positioned off the inner hallway. The utility room provides access to the car port, offering covered parking and further storage potential.

The first-floor landing gives access to five well-proportioned bedrooms and the family bathroom. The impressive principal bedroom enjoys generous dimensions and ample space for wardrobes. Bedroom two benefits from an en-suite shower room, while bedrooms three and four are both comfortable doubles. Bedroom five provides a versatile space, suitable for a smaller bedroom, nursery or home office. A well-appointed family bathroom serves the remaining bedrooms.

Outside
There is off-road parking which is available to the rear of the property via a carport, with the potential to create additional parking by removing the existing greenhouse.
The enclosed garden is a particularly attractive feature, beginning with a charming courtyard immediately adjoining the house. Beyond this lies a well-established garden with mature beds and borders, providing colour and interest throughout the seasons. To the rear of the plot is a further seating area, offering a peaceful retreat. The garden is complemented by a vegetable plot with raised beds.