Smiths Green, Takeley, Essex, CM22

The Croft presents a compelling opportunity for renovation and investment, having been in the same family ownership since 1950. This former stock farm has experienced a decline in maintenance, making it a blank canvas for prospective buyers. Originally part of the Warish Hall Estate and built as a detached timber-framed cottage, it was remodeled in the 1970s when its external weatherboarding was replaced with pargetted render. The property was initially listed for preservation in 1978 but was de-listed in 2023, providing new owners with flexibility for improvements and potential extensions. Current accommodation spans two levels, comprising an entrance hall, sitting room, dining room, family room, kitchen, and a ground-floor shower room. The first floor includes three bedrooms along with a family bathroom and an additional dressing room that could serve as a fourth bedroom. While the property is set within the hamlet of Smiths Green and offers proximity to local amenities in Takeley and Bishop’s Stortford, its current condition may pose challenges for mortgage financing—a key consideration for those looking to invest in this unique home.