3 bedroom for sale, Saucelands Cottages Coggeshall Road Great Tey, Great Tey Colchester, CO6

Brought to you by Mark Quinn Properties (TAUK). An outstanding and extended three bedroomed semi-detached cottage, situated in a fantastic position surrounded by rolling countryside. Believed to date from around 1927, Saucelands Cottages forms part of a small group of period homes on Coggeshall Road on the edge of Great Tey. The Saucelands name appears to have been associated with the cottages since at least the 1930s. The origins of the name may lie in an older local field or land name, reflecting Great Tey's long agricultural history.
As you approach this character property you are struck by its positioning and the large driveway. The well kept and planted front gardens have won the Great Tey Best Kept Garden awards multiple times. On entering the property, you are greeted by a separate reception hallway and then on to the downstairs accommodation which has a lovely feel extending to a separate lounge with feature fireplace, study, snug, downstairs cloakroom, well - fitted kitchen open to the dining area. Upstairs there are three good size bedrooms and a family bathroom. Its also noteworthy that all internal doors are handmade by Trevor Squires bespoke joinery of Suffolk.
To the rear there is a mature and beautiful garden. Great thought has been given to the design, and you are led through a series of garden 'rooms' with mature planting, including a small heritage fruit orchard. A gravel path winds through the garden, leading to a beautiful and concealed cabin with its own raised sun deck, tucked away here you are in a very quiet and serene space overlooking countryside, with light & power the current owners use it as an office and writing room. The plot extends to approximately 1/3 of an acre.

Great Tey – Village Life Surrounded by the Essex Countryside

Situated on the edge of the highly regarded Essex village of Great Tey, Saucelands Cottages enjoys an attractive semi-rural setting surrounded by open countryside, while remaining conveniently placed for local amenities, schools and excellent transport connections.

Great Tey is a picturesque and welcoming village lying approximately six miles west of Colchester. Surrounded by the rolling countryside of north Essex, the village retains a strong sense of community and provides an appealing balance between rural living and accessibility.

At the heart of Great Tey is the historic St Barnabas Church, together with the popular Chequers public house, village hall and recreation facilities. The village has an active community calendar, including the traditional village fete, while the locally produced Round & About newsletter keeps residents informed about village news, activities and events. Great Tey Pre-School provides facilities for younger children within the village.

Shopping & Local Amenities

For everyday shopping, residents have a choice of nearby villages and towns. Coggeshall, a short drive away, is particularly attractive, with its historic centre offering independent shops, cafés, pubs and restaurants as well as convenience stores and other useful services.

Marks Tey provides further everyday amenities and, importantly, a mainline railway station. For a much wider range of shopping and leisure facilities, Colchester is easily accessible and offers major supermarkets, department and independent stores, restaurants, cinemas and leisure facilities.

The surrounding area also has an excellent selection of farm shops, garden centres, country pubs and restaurants, making this an especially appealing location for those who enjoy village and country life.

Schools

Families are well served by schooling in the surrounding area. Great Tey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is situated within the village, while additional primary schools can be found in neighbouring communities including Coggeshall and Marks Tey.

Secondary education is available within easy travelling distance, including schools in Coggeshall, Stanway, Colchester and Braintree. Colchester also provides a choice of highly regarded selective and independent education, including Colchester Royal Grammar School, Colchester County High School for Girls, St Mary’s School and Colchester Prep & High School.

Travel Connections

Despite its countryside setting, Great Tey is particularly well positioned for commuters. Marks Tey railway station is only a short drive away and provides direct Greater Anglia services towards London Liverpool Street, as well as Colchester, Ipswich and Norwich. London Liverpool Street can typically be reached from Marks Tey in around an hour, depending upon the service.

By road, the A12 is readily accessible at Marks Tey, providing connections towards Colchester and Ipswich to the east and Chelmsford, the M25 and London to the south. The A120 provides links towards Braintree and Stansted Airport, making both domestic and international travel convenient.

For those who prefer not to rely entirely upon a car, the DigiGo demand-responsive transport service operates in the area, allowing journeys to be booked through its app or by telephone.

For buyers seeking a home surrounded by countryside without feeling isolated, the position of Saucelands Cottages is a particularly appealing one: peaceful rural surroundings, a genuine village community and excellent access to larger towns and transport connections.

Agents note: All historical references should be taken as a view only and are taken from available sources.