Welcome to The Thatchams, the first phase of new homes by Countryside Properties at Priors Green.

An exceptional community of distinctive new homes, The Thatchams is ideally located for both local and international transport links with the M11 and Stansted Airport both nearby.

Created by multi-award winning developer, Countryside Properties PLC, The Thatchams combines the comforts of a contemporary new home with the benefits of an attractive new village environment.

Countryside Properties’ unrivalled reputation for design excellence is evident throughout. Set behind the two new village ponds at the entrance to Priors Green, The Thatchams offers a wide range of two, three and four bedroom houses.

Varied external finishes of classic red brick and cream render emphasise the individuality of this new community, where extensive landscaping makes the settlement feel an established part of its existing rural surroundings.

Open parkland and historic street scenes or modern shopping, dining and connections.

Nestled within the rural landscape of Little Canfield, near Bishop's Stortford, the rewards of living at The Thatchams are evident from the start.

Achieving that delicate balance between work and leisure is made that much easier with London, Cambridge and other key towns accessible via the M11, M25 and A120. The rail network connects with London Liverpool Street in just 45 minutes, and Stansted Airport is easily accessible for international travel.

The town of Bishop's Stortford is only a short drive away with traditional street markets held on Thursdays and Saturdays, and a wide variety of shops including Marks and Spencer, Waitrose, Next and Laura Ashley. Eating out and entertainment are equally catered for with restaurants, cafes and pubs to suit every taste and occasion. Keep fit at the Leisure Centre and The Lakeside Bowl, or relax and take in the latest film releases at Empire Cinema.

There's a wealth of footpaths and cycleways close to Priors Green that lead to pretty villages and quaint country pubs. Just over 2 miles away is Hatfield Forest, with 1,000 acres of woodland and two ornamental lakes.

Nearby lies the old market town of Great Dunmow and the medieval village of Thaxted which is considered to be the jewel in the crown of Essex. Both are home to a wide variety of historic buildings, independent shops, restaurants and pubs.

Modern Living, Country Life