Braintree, Essex · CM7

Wethersfield Road, Finchingfield

Wethersfield Road, Finchingfield, Braintree, Essex, CM7

£695,000Freehold
Agent's summary

A quintessential, historic village pub, located within the heart of the delightful village of Finchingfield. Generous open plan bar/lounge and dining area.

Baths0
Council taxBand A
ParkingOff-street parking
From Chelmsford

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A quintessential, historic village pub, located within the heart of the delightful village of Finchingfield. Generous open plan bar/lounge and dining area. Four double first floor bedrooms, two ensuite with further family bathroom. Externally there is a detached annexe/barn with double bedroom, living room and bathroom, beautiful cottage style beer garden with detached covered bar and extensive off-street parking. EPC awaited. DESCRIPTION Nestled on Wethersfield Road, The Three Tuns is a quintessential, historic, village local pub that perfectly captures the spirit of Finchingfield. Under the dedicated care of Mike and Maria, this cherished pub has become a cornerstone of the community, known for its genuine warmth and bustling atmosphere. The ground floor boasts a welcoming built-in corner bar with exposed studwork behind separating a generous bar/lounge with exposed brick open fireplce and generous seating areas enjoying live sports. The raised dining area provides extensive seating/dining, a beautiful, exposed inglenook fireplace with inset woodburning stove and French doors onto the rear courtyard. There is a professional kitchen with adjacent utility room and beer cellar with climatisation, a new ice machine and brewery pumps. There is also an office/study and two separate ladies and gentleman's toilets. To the first floor there are two, previously let, double bed and breakfast bedrooms with ensuite facilities as well as two further bedrooms and a family bathrooom. In addition there is a detached annexe providing a good size living room open plan to the kitchen and double bedroom and bathroom. Externally, a driveway provides extensive off-street parking for several vehicles and there is a south facing beer garden with outside bar, hosting barbecue events during the summer months. The Three Tuns is the village's social engine, hosting live music and major sporting events throughout the year. LOCATION Widely celebrated as the most photographed village in England, Finchingfield is a masterpiece of rural heritage. Located just an hour from London, the village is defined by its iconic green and duck pond, the historic humpback bridge, and a skyline punctuated by a traditional windmill and quintessential thatched cottages. For those seeking a retreat from the City, Finchingfield offers more than just a picturesque backdrop, it provides a vibrant community spirit and an enviable pace of life. From historic pubs and independent eateries to serene countryside walks through medieval Essex, the village represents the very best of the East of England. Village facilities include a primary school and an award winning Dr's surgery. the historic market towns of Saffron Walden \(11 miles\) and Great Dunmow \(8 miles\) offer more comprehensive amenities. The mainline railway station at Audley End \(approx 13 miles\) provides a service to London Liverpool Street. Bishop's Stortford offers further amenities including access to the M11 junction 8 connecting with the M25 to the south and Cambridge to the north. SERVICES Mains, water, electricity and drainage Oil fired entral heating \(new oil tank\) The pub is gas safe and oil safe Plumbing and electrics installed 18 years ago with annual inspections Sky TV and TNT \(contract can be adopted\) The Brewery is Heineken Further information about the level of sales, available upon request. **Key facts** - Council tax band: A. - Parking: off street. - Outside: garden.

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Off-street parking

Externally there is a detached annexe/barn with double bedroom, living room and bathroom, beautiful cottage style beer garden with detached covered bar and extensive off-street…

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Outdoor space

Garden · rear courtyard

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Up to 30 Mbps

Available to 100% of premises in the postcode (Ofcom, Jan 2026). Postcode coverage, not a speed guarantee: check this exact address with a provider.

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Mains gas, water, electricity and drainage

Mains, water, electricity and drainage Oil fired entral heating \(new oil tank\) The pub is gas safe and oil safe Plumbing and electrics installed 18 years ago with annual inspe…

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Freehold

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Band A

Council tax, Band A

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7.7 miles

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Approximate straight-line distance · DfT NaPTAN · 13 Sept 2026

Background air quality

Fine particles · PM₂.₅
6.7 µg/m³ · Above the WHO guideline · well within the UK legal limit
Nitrogen dioxide · NO₂
5.7 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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