Simpson, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire

Steeped in history and brimming with charm, this delightful two-bedroom Grade II listed thatched cottage is believed to be one of the oldest properties in Simpson Village. Dating back to the 17th century, the home is timber-framed with brick infill, and offers a true glimpse into the past. Once home to wartime code breakers, including the legendary Alan Turing, this picture postcard cottage is not only a beautiful place to live but also a rare historical gem. Offered for sale with no upward chain.

Set over two floors, the property retains a wealth of features, including exposed beams and an inglenook fireplace that adds warmth and character. Outside, the charm continues with a beautifully maintained cottage garden an idyllic retreat filled with flowering perennials, mature shrubs, fruit trees and vines. Seating areas and a delightful summer house provide the perfect setting to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

From the entrance hall, stairs rise to the first floor, with doors on either side leading to the main reception rooms. To one side, the inviting living room features dual aspect windows, a charming fireplace with wood-burning stove, and characterful quarry-tiled flooring. On the opposite side, the dining room exudes period charm with its striking inglenook fireplace and traditional brick flooring.

An opening leads to an inner lobby area, which in turn provides access to the kitchen and a downstairs cloakroom. The cloakroom includes a storage cupboard with plumbing for a washing machine.

The country-style kitchen is a delightful space, complete with a vaulted beamed ceiling, quarry tiled flooring, a range of fitted units and drawers, a classic Aga gas-fired cooker, butler sink, and integrated dishwasher and fridge/freezer. A stable style door opens directly onto the garden,

The first floor landing access two double bedrooms and the bathroom. The primary bedroom with vaulted ceiling, exposed beams and a bank of wardrobes to one wall. The second bedroom with a storage cupboard, vaulted ceiling and beams also has a door to the bathroom. The galley style bathroom with vaulted ceiling has exposed painted floor boards and is fitted with a white suite.

This is really the best of both worlds...village living within city life, Simpson is a village within the City of Milton Keynes, with a church, pub/restaurant backing onto the Grand Union Canal which runs to the outskirts. Also nearby is the picturesque Caldecotte Lake, yet conveniently located just a short drive to Central Milton Keynes with its large shopping centre and wide range of leisure facilities. Also there is convenient access to train stations and road networks to the M1, A5 and the A421.





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