5 bedroom detached house for sale
Key information
Features and description
- Tenure: Freehold
- Exclusive Gated Development
- Enchanting Secluded West Facing Grounds Of 1.25 Acres (stls)
- Three Generous Reception Rooms
- Generous Self Contained Annexe
- Detached Office & Separate Gym
- Idyllic Quiet Tucked Away Location
- Double Car Port
- Extensive Driveway
- Magnificent Inglenook Fireplace
- Beautiful Views Over Fields To The Rear
An impressive family residence with self contained annexe, office, gym and 1.25 acres of secluded grounds (stls)
What We Say at The Zoe Napier Group:
This delightful property is perfectly arranged for a large family with multi-generational living in mind, whilst the adaptable array of outbuildings will appeal to discerning buyers who wish to work from home and regularly entertain family and friends. The semi-rural location and proximity to Maldon and Burnham-on-Crouch will also appeal to maritime enthusiasts.
What the Owner Says
We have loved living here, it has been the perfect property for our children and elderly relatives, being part of a small gated community with lovely neighbours has been amazing and we will dearly miss them. After many years of deliberation, we have finally made the decision to follow our dreams and start a new adventure in Portugal.
History & Background
This handsome, detached family home is believed to have originally been constructed in the 1990’s, the sprawling, secluded grounds are a particular feature, whilst internally there are exposed timber beams, attractive décor and fittings throughout.
The ground floor has two main, generous reception rooms for everyday living and entertaining that are complemented by the useful home study, while the kitchen adjoins the useful utility room. On the first floor the galleried landing leads to the principal bedroom that enjoys it’s own impressive luxury en suite bathroom, whilst the three remaining double bedrooms are serviced by the family bathroom.
Externally the extensive driveway and turning circle provide ample off-street parking, as well as access to the double carport. The 1.25 acre grounds (stls) are extremely secluded backing onto open fields and woodland with several outbuildings, including a spacious self-contained annexe, useful work from home office and large detached gym/ garden/ entertainment room.
Setting & Location
The property is situated nestled away in the rear corner of a gated development of four substantial executive homes, within the popular village of Mundon, on the Dengie peninsula 4 miles south-east of Maldon and is surrounded by open countryside.
The nearby town of Maldon is just 4 miles away with a vast selection of facilities and shopping amenities. The larger town of Chelmsford is 13 miles away offering a wider range of facilities and entertainment outlets along with a mainline station to London Liverpool Street. The closest rail station is North Fambridge (3.8 miles). For road access the A130 and the A12 are both a 10 mile drive. For sailing enthusiasts there are sailing clubs in Maldon (3 miles), Maylandsea (4 miles) and at Burnham on Crouch (8 miles).
The local area is well catered with public sector schooling; Maldon 4 miles, Latchingdon Primary School 1.4miles and Purleigh primary School 3 miles. Private sector schooling can be found at: New Hall School 13.7 miles and Brentwood School 23 miles. Primary private day schooling is available in Maldon and Danbury.
Ground Floor Living Accommodation
As you approach the property the front door is flanked by attractive stained glass window side casements allowing plenty of light into the substantial entrance hall, that provides access to the study and cloakroom. Situated in the front elevation is the family room, a generous bright and airy triple aspect room with a centre piece grand, brick-built inglenook fireplace, fitted with a woodburning stove, a particularly impressive feature, whilst the adjoining dining room, is light dual aspect room with feature red brick fireplace housing cast iron log burner and boasts French doors out to the rear sun terrace, the perfect place for al fresco dining! The adjacent kitchen/ breakfast room is complemented by the useful utility room and benefits from a wooden range of well-presented base and eye level units with complimentary granite work surfaces over, butler sink and range cooker.
First floor Accommodation
A wooden staircase curves around to the first floor, where the galleried landing provides wonderful views over the entrance hall below and leads to the principal bedroom, with an extensive range of built-in wardrobe cupboards and luxury, generous en suite bathroom. The remaining three bedrooms are all double rooms and are serviced by the family bathroom.
Grounds
The property is approached via an extensive gravel driveway and turning circle, providing ample space for off street parking and provides access to the double carport. Gated side access leads to the rear grounds where the paved pathways, sun terrace, far-reaching lawns, wealth of mature trees, shrubs and border hedgerows make it a quite enchanting and magical place for children to explore and adults to sit back and relax and enjoy the beautiful views over the adjoining countryside. In all the property stands on grounds of 1.25 acres (stls) and facing West, allows you to witness some spectacular sun sets!
Outbuildings & Self Contained Annexe
There are several outbuildings, including an excellent, recently refurbished home office with three sets of French doors opening onto the grounds and welcoming plenty of natural light, a large garden room/ gym with bi-fold doors and could be utilised in a variety of ways including entertaining. The self-contained annexe is located along the East flank of the grounds and is sufficient distance away from the main dwelling to provide optimum privacy. Spread over two floors and predominantly open plan on the ground floor with spacious sitting area, recently fitted kitchenette and adjoining shower room, whilst the first-floor benefits from a double bedroom, en suite WC, with charming French doors open out onto the balcony area. Additionally, the garden includes a chicken coop, a greenhouse and storage sheds.
Agents Notes
- Our client has completed a Propertymark questionnaire providing additional useful information for those looking to make an offer on the property. Please request these details from the selling agent.
- The property is located in a private road and there is a nominal annual fee towards the maintenance of the electric gates and general gardening.
Services
Mains Water, Electricity, & Drainage
Gas fired central heating
Council Tax Band - G
EPC rating: G. Tenure: Freehold,