Back Lane, Stock, CM4

Honeypot Cottage, built almost 300 years ago, is as you’d expect, a gorgeous treasure trove of period features. Beams aplenty, original red brick fireplace (with log burner) downstairs, original bread oven within the chimney breast upstairs, steps up and down to different floor levels, charming panelled curved staircase… if a quaint and quirky cottage is your dream, this is truly one of a kind.

Honeypot Cottage, 17 Back Lane, is a charming 2 or 3 bedroom cottage right at the heart of the village, which has been lovingly improved by the current owners, offering a unique style - this property is super cute!

The kitchen has underfloor heating, granite work tops, a porcelain sink and a range of base and eye level units. From there, the beamed dining room, which could be used as a cosy snug, has an original fireplace and hearth with log burner, under stairs storage and part glazed wall to the lounge. The lounge is flooded with natural light from a self cleaning roof light and windows offering lovely views of the garden. Door to garden.

From here, a lobby with built in storage leads to the downstairs shower room and the rear half of the garage which has been converted into a large utility room with plumbing for a washing machine and has plenty of additional storage.

Upstairs, what would be another bedroom is currently used as a sitting room, again full with original beams and a lovely little bread oven in the chimney breast… how many houses have that?! A step down takes you to the front bedroom which has built in storage and a small work space which could work well as a study or home office. A small corridor leads to the upstairs shower room and what is currently the master bedroom - both have cleverly built in storage for maximising the unusual spaces this period home has to offer.

The cottage boasts a delightful south facing garden that has been landscaped by the present owners, designed with low maintenance in mind. A drip feed watering system runs throughout the shrub beds and the garden features several charming patio areas where you can relax and enjoy the surroundings at all times of the day. Additionally, there is a large 4m x 2m timber shed towards the rear, providing convenient storage space for garden tools and equipment.

Honeypot Cottage also benefits from off-street parking for one car, ensuring convenience for the residents and rare this close to the centre of the village.

The owners have lived here very happily for many years, enjoying the Stock lifestyle, making many friends and joining in with many local events and activities.

Stock is a picturesque and charming rural village located in the county of Essex. Nestled amidst rolling green fields and surrounded by idyllic countryside, it exudes a timeless beauty that captivates visitors and residents alike, encouraging country walks and visits to local places of interest. With a population of around 2000, this friendly community embodies the quintessential English village spirit.

The heart of Stock is its historic High Street, lined with traditional timber-framed buildings that have stood for centuries. The architecture reflects the village's rich heritage, offering a glimpse into its past.

The village enjoys many events throughout the year - the Stock Flower Festival, Christmas Fayre, Windmill openings, street parties for national celebrations. The Tour of Britain cycle race recently visited the village as part of its route. The pubs and restaurants often hold special evenings with live music and quiz nights.

"When you buy in Stock, you are buying much more than bricks & mortar"

Ten minutes from Billericay or Ingatestone Rail Station, or alternatively fifteen minutes from Chelmsford, Stock is perfectly located to enjoy country living with every amenity you need close by. The A12 is five minutes from the village centre.

Stock has four amazing pub restaurants, Greenwoods Spa & Hotel, along with a cafe/bistro, award winning hairdresser and florist (with school for floristry lessons), two village shops, a primary school, library and several churches. Villagers enjoy the many social and sports clubs and there is a strong sense of community. There is Crondon Park Golf Club on the edge of the village that is also a wedding venue.

Stock has its own doctors’ surgery which has a pharmacy inside. It is on the number 300 Bus Route which takes you quickly to either Billericay, Basildon or Chelmsford.

Nearby are extremely good primary and senior schools (see our website for more information) in both Chelmsford, Brentwood & Southend. Stock has both a primary and its very own Ofsted Outstanding Rated Pre-School too.

Lounge

4.15m x 3.98m

Flooded with natural light from a huge roof lantern, this delightful lounge looks out over, and leads to, a most charming and well established south facing garden.

Dining Room (or Sitting Room)

4.15m x 3.36m

Delightful room with exposed timbers featuring inglenook fireplace inset with log burner. Currently used as a dining room but could lend itself to being a home office or a snug.

Kitchen

3.02m x 2.09m

Fully fitted kitchen in contemporary style with range of integrated appliances. Electric underfloor heating. Window to front aspect.

Shower Room (Ground Floor)

2.25m x 1.23m

Fitted with three piece suite in white. Fully tiled. Heated chrome towel rail.

Bedroom 1

3.99m x 2.48m

Window to front aspect. Range of fitted wardrobes and storage units.

Bedroom 2

4.15m x 2.24m

Window to front aspect. Large fitted wardrobe.

Second Sitting Room (First Floor) or Bedroom

4.15m x 3.06m

Charming second sitting room on the first floor with exposed timbers to the ceiling. Whilst the current owners enjoy using this as a sitting room, it can also be used as a bedroom.

Shower Room

2.69m x 2.48m

Fitted with three piece suite in white. Part tiled. Heated chrome towel rail.

Garden

Delightful south facing garden which has obviously benefited from considerable time and care by the present owners but which has been designed and planted to create a low maintenance garden with several areas to sit and enjoy the garden throughout the day.
Useful 4m x 2m timber shed.

Parking - Car port

Partial car port to the front aspect.