5 Bedroom Detached House For Sale In Ware

A stunning Grade ll listed part thatched cottage, situated in the idyllic village Little Hadham, Ware. This four/five bedroom detached family home dates to the 17th century, set in approximately 0.25 acres and offers a double garage and workshop and plenty of parking on the driveway. There is approximately 2124 sq. ft of accommodation to the main house and including the double garage and workshop a total of 2605sq.ft. The property has had a new ridge to the thatch in 2025, offers oil fired central heating, private sewerage treatment plant, EPC exempt as listed, council tax band G.

Step Inside

A warm and welcoming entrance through the solid wooden front door leads into the boot room and utility area. It is an ideal space after muddy walks, with room to sit, remove shoes and dry off dogs. There is also a cloakroom.
The kitchen breakfast room forms the heart of the home, full of character with exposed beams, ample storage including a large larder cupboard and space for a family dining table. Pretty picture windows look out over the gardens. The dining room is a wonderful space for entertaining, featuring wooden flooring, exposed beams and an inglenook fireplace with pretty bread oven feature. A door leads to a porch, which was originally the main entrance to the cottage. The original thatched cottage has been extended to create a bright and spacious sitting room, with numerous windows and French doors opening onto the garden and terrace. There is also a further cosy living room with exposed beams and a brick-built open fireplace, ideal for winter evenings.
On the ground floor, there is a bedroom with an adjacent shower room, making it ideal for visiting guests or anyone who may find stairs more difficult. If a fifth bedroom is not required, this room would also make an excellent study, with lovely views over the garden.
The staircase divides in two, leading to a generous bedroom with an en suite shower room on one side, and to the principal bedroom with en suite on the other, along with two further bedrooms.

Step Outside

Set within approximately 0.25 acres, this picturesque, thatched cottage is surrounded by beautiful enclosed gardens. An electric wooden gate and separate pedestrian access open onto a spacious gravel driveway with ample parking. The property also includes a detached double garage and workshop. Secluded behind high hedges, the garden is mainly laid to lawn with a variety of trees and shrubs. A raised pond and circular wooden seating area provide an ideal space for family gatherings and outdoor games. A large terrace completes the setting, perfect for entertaining and summer BBQs. There is a further breakfast terrace outside the kitchen window that catches the morning sunshine.

Location

Little Hadham is a village and civil parish in the East Hertfordshire district of Hertfordshire. The village lies 7 miles northeast of Ware, and 5 miles west of Bishops Stortford. There is a local school in Little Hadham, Little Hadham Primary School, serving children aged 3–11 and recently rated Outstanding by Ofsted. Nearby Bishop’s Stortford offers an excellent choice of secondary schools, including three Outstanding-rated state schools and several other highly regarded options.
For the rail commuter, Bishop’s Stortford station is 3 miles away, offering a fast and regular services to London Liverpool Street and Cambridge. The station can be reached by car, or by bicycle or on foot via attractive countryside routes. For the frequent flyer it is 8 miles to Stansted Airport.