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Tucked away in a discreet position at the heart of the picturesque village of Steeple Bumpstead, this substantial detached family residence offers an exceptional opportunity to acquire a beautifully presented home approaching 2,000 sq ft of versatile and well-planned accommodation. Available with no onward chain, the property combines generous living space, modern convenience and a highly desirable village setting, making it ideal for growing families and those seeking a peaceful lifestyle without compromising on accessibility.
Upon arrival, the property immediately impresses with its attractive façade and extensive block-paved driveway providing ample parking, further complemented by a garage and covered carport. Set back from the road and enjoying a tucked-away position, the home offers a wonderful sense of privacy and exclusivity.
The welcoming entrance hall creates a bright and inviting first impression, with a central staircase rising to the first floor and access to the principal reception rooms. The spacious living room is a superb family space, stretching over 21ft in length and enjoying an abundance of natural light. Beautiful wooden flooring and a contemporary inset fireplace create a warm yet elegant atmosphere, perfect for both relaxing evenings and entertaining guests.
At the heart of the home lies a stylish fitted kitchen and breakfast room. Featuring a comprehensive range of modern high-gloss units, generous work surfaces and space for appliances, this thoughtfully designed area provides both practicality and aesthetic appeal. The adjoining breakfast area offers the ideal spot for informal family dining, while a separate utility room keeps everyday chores neatly tucked away.
For more formal occasions, the dedicated dining room provides ample space for larger gatherings and celebrations. In addition, the versatile reception room located to the front of the property presents a wealth of possibilities and could easily serve as a fifth bedroom, home office, playroom or snug, allowing the accommodation to adapt to changing family needs.
Completing the ground floor is a convenient cloakroom/WC and internal access to the garage.
The first floor continues to impress with four generous double bedrooms arranged around a spacious landing. The principal suite is particularly noteworthy, offering an excellent range of fitted wardrobes and a contemporary en-suite shower room. The remaining bedrooms are all well-proportioned and filled with natural light, making them ideal for family members or visiting guests. A modern family bathroom serves the additional bedrooms and is finished to a high standard.
Outside, the rear garden provides a private and enclosed setting, predominantly laid to lawn with mature trees and well-established borders creating a pleasant backdrop throughout the year. A patio area offers the perfect space for outdoor dining, summer barbecues and entertaining friends and family.
Beautifully maintained throughout and offering flexible accommodation that can comfortably function as either a four or five-bedroom home, this impressive property represents a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial executive residence within one of the area's most sought-after villages.
Steeple Bumpstead, Essex
Steeple Bumpstead is a charming and historic Essex village situated close to the Essex/Suffolk border. Well known for its attractive period architecture, strong sense of community and beautiful surrounding countryside, the village offers an idyllic rural lifestyle while remaining highly accessible for commuters.
The village itself benefits from a range of everyday amenities including a village shop, post office facilities, public houses, a highly regarded primary school, village hall, playing fields and various community groups and activities. The historic church and attractive village green contribute to the area's traditional English village character.
For those who enjoy the outdoors, the surrounding countryside offers miles of scenic walking, cycling and bridleway routes. Nearby villages and market towns provide further opportunities to explore local history, country parks and independent eateries. The popular market towns of Haverhill, Saffron Walden and Halstead are all easily accessible and provide a wider range of shopping, leisure and educational facilities.
Commuter Links
Despite its peaceful rural setting, Steeple Bumpstead is particularly well placed for commuters:
Haverhill is approximately 5 miles away and provides extensive shopping and leisure facilities.
Saffron Walden is around 12 miles away and offers a vibrant market town atmosphere.
Cambridge is approximately 20 miles away, making the village an excellent option for those working within the city or its science and technology parks.
Audley End Railway Station can be reached in around 20 minutes by car and provides regular direct services to London Liverpool Street, typically taking around one hour.
Whittlesford Parkway Station also offers fast rail services into Cambridge and London.
The M11 motorway is easily accessible via Junctions 8 to 10, providing convenient road links to London, Stansted Airport and the wider motorway network.
London Stansted Airport is approximately 20 miles away, offering both domestic and international travel connections.
Frequent road connections to Cambridge, Bury St Edmunds, Newmarket and Chelmsford make the location particularly attractive for professionals seeking a balance between village life and work opportunities.
Combining a substantial executive home, a peaceful tucked-away position and excellent accessibility to major employment centres, this outstanding property offers the very best of countryside living with modern convenience.
Council & Council Tax Band – Essex County Council - Tax Band F
Tenure – Freehold
Broadband – Up to 1000 mbps (FFTP) - (data obtained from On the market expert)
Mobile Coverage – EE, THree, O2, Vodafone - 5G available (data obtained from on the market expert)
Utilities – mains water & drainage, mains electricity, gas central heating.
Property Construction – Brick - Standard
