A FIRST LOOK INSIDE SAFFRON WALDEN’S BEAUTIFULLY TRANSFORMED OLD SCHOOL HOUSE
An exciting new show home opening is inviting homebuyers to experience the first glimpse inside The Old School House at The Waldens, ten minutes’ walk from the centre of Saffron Walden. The beautiful building, the iconic former Friends’ School, is being meticulously restored by award‑winning developer Chase New Homes, which has been committed to crafting interiors that honour the imposing structure’s heritage and grandeur.
A key part of the local architectural landscape, the original building dates back to 1879. It was designed by celebrated architect and Quaker Edward Burgess and is a magnificent example of Tudor character.
Opening for viewings between Thursday 6th and Saturday 8th August, from 11 am to 4 pm (by appointment only), the show home will provide an exclusive first look at the distinguished apartments within one of Saffron Walden’s most recognised buildings.
The carefully converted Old School House will be home to 52 unique apartments, each with its own sense of character. No two homes are identical, with different layouts and aspects ready to delight discerning buyers with varying needs. The properties range from studios to four-bedroom apartments.
The show home nestles within the West Wing of the former Friends’ School, occupying 1,082 sq ft of ground floor space. Encompassing three bedrooms and two bathrooms, the home has been thoughtfully designed and furnished to showcase the exceptional standard of specification throughout The Old School House. Period architecture meets contemporary comfort to stunning effect, highlighting the quality of the distinguished collection of apartments.
Matt Lofting, Head of Sales at Chase New Homes, comments: “We are thrilled to open the doors of the first show apartment within The Old School House, the landmark building at the heart of The Waldens. Sophisticated and refined, the show home honours the building’s rich architectural heritage while providing every comfort for modern living. This much-anticipated launch marks an exciting milestone in the history of The Waldens and the wider local Saffron Walden community.”
The launch of the lovingly transformed Old School House show apartment follows the completion of an extensive programme of landscape restoration at The Waldens. The grounds include a wealth of recreational amenities, including tennis courts and a multi-use games area. The layout has been thoughtfully crafted to encourage residents to enjoy an active lifestyle while creating opportunities to connect through shared social spaces. Those shared spaces will also include a welcoming residents’ lounge, located in the school’s grand former dining hall.
Individual homes also feature elegant touches designed to create that same sense of serenity, with exceptional standards flowing through living spaces, bedrooms and bathrooms. Kitchens feature Leicht German-designed cabinetry and sophisticated Quartz worktops and brand-new Bosch integrated appliances. The distinctive charm of homes at The Waldens is backed by a lush landscape of greenery, with mature trees, shrubs, lawned areas and a pond providing outstanding support for local biodiversity.
The Waldens is just six minutes’ drive from Audley End station, which offers direct services to London Liverpool Street in as little as 54 minutes. Families are served as well as commuters, with the Outstanding-rated Bell Day Nursery, Katherine Semar Junior School and Saffron Walden County High School all within a mile of The Waldens.
Buyers keen to discover homes with genuine personality and original character are invited to visit the new show home at The Old School House on the 6th, 7th and 8th August. Viewings are by appointment only and can be arranged through Compass Elevation Homes by calling 01799 610985 or emailing thewaldens@elevationestateagents.com.
Prices at The Old School House start from £249,995. For further details, visit https://chasenewhomes.co.uk/development/saffron-walden/.
