Southend-on-sea, SS3 0 · SS3
Barling Road, Southend-on-sea
Barling Road, Southend-on-sea, SS3 0
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A truly charming period home that offers character in abundance, generous living accommodation and exceptional outside space.
The home, in the agent’s words
- Grade II Listed Character Cottage
- Beautifully Modernised Throughout
- Three Great Sized Bedrooms
- Super Rear Garden With Amazing Outlooks
- Two Separate Detached Outbuildings
- Highly Desirable Location
- Private Gated Driveway
- Parking For Multiple Vehicles
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Occupying a picturesque position in the sought-after village of Watering, this beautifully presented Grade II Listed three-bedroom cottage effortlessly combines centuries of character with tasteful contemporary upgrades. Sympathetically improved throughout, the home retains an abundance of period features whilst offering the comfort and practicality expected by today's buyers.
Stepping inside, you're welcomed by a warm and inviting atmosphere, with a wealth of original charm complemented by a stylish interior. The heart of the home is the recently fitted contemporary kitchen, thoughtfully designed with quality cabinetry, integrated appliances and ample workspace, creating the perfect setting for both everyday family life and entertaining.
The spacious reception/dining room is filled with natural light and offers generous proportions, exposed character features and a wonderful sense of space, making it ideal for relaxing or hosting guests.
Upstairs, the property boasts three excellent-sized bedrooms, each offering comfortable accommodation with delightful views over the surrounding countryside. The principal bedroom enjoys particularly generous dimensions, whilst the remaining bedrooms provide versatile space for family, guests or those working from home.
The accommodation is served by two well-appointed bathrooms, ensuring convenience for modern family living.
Externally, the property continues to impress. The substantial rear garden provides an exceptional amount of outdoor space, perfect for entertaining, gardening or simply enjoying the peaceful rural surroundings. Two detached outbuildings offer outstanding versatility and could be utilised as workshops, hobby rooms, storage, a home office or gym, subject to any necessary consents.
Positioned opposite open farmland, the setting is truly idyllic, offering a wonderful balance of countryside tranquillity whilst remaining within easy reach of nearby amenities, transport links and the coastline.
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully maintained period home where character, space and modern convenience come together seamlessly.
Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band: E
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1.9 milesto Thorpe Bay Rail Station
Approximate straight-line distance · DfT NaPTAN · 13 Sept 2026Background air quality
- Fine particles · PM₂.₅
- 7.1 µg/m³ · Above the WHO guideline · well within the UK legal limit
- Nitrogen dioxide · NO₂
- 7.9 µg/m³ · Meets the WHO guideline
Annual background levels. For scale: the WHO 2021 guideline is 5 µg/m³ for PM₂.₅ and 10 for NO₂; the UK legal limit is 20 and 40. Lower is better; this is a 1 km model, not a reading at the door.
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