WHAT YOU GET: Three bedrooms, bathroom, three reception rooms, kitchen, attic room, cloakroom, garden, outbuilding and parking.
WHERE IT IS: In a small village with a pub, about three miles from Brentwood; from there trains to London take 40 minutes. It is also close to Junction 28 of the M25.
UPSIDE: You can enjoy the country life but London is less than an hour away. If you are looking for a hideaway, the attic could make a perfect private den.
DOWNSIDE: It was once two properties, so there are two staircases to reach different bedrooms — but that could be good for mum and dad if they fancy a little privacy.
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COST: £525,000
CONTACT: Fine & Country, 01277 823399, www.fineandcountry.com