5 Bed Detached House For Sale Rectory Lane, Chelmsford, CM3

A spacious family residence surrounded by undulating countryside with grounds of 13 acres (stls) and detached annexe

What we think at the Zoe Napier Group

We love it! The moment you approach the property you are immediately struck by a sense of grandeur and can’t help but be impressed. It is rare to have a family residence of this size come to market in such a tranquil, quiet countryside location that stands completely on it’s own without any immediate neighbours and yet is within easy access of a plethora of amenities and train station, that provides an easy commute into London.

What the owner says

We purchased the property in 2002 from a developer as an unfinished project, which allowed us to put our own stamp on the property. It really has been a wonderful family home for the last 22 years, the quadruple garage and large driveway have enabled us to indulge in our passion for classic cars and the self-contained detached annexe has been a fantastic asset that could easily allow a multi-generational family to comfortably live here.

History & Background

Enviably located along a delightful country lane is this spacious 3200 square foot family residence, surrounded by undulating countryside, benefiting from no immediate neighbours, grounds of 13 acres (stls) and detached annexe.

Originally constructed in 2002, the property has been updated in more recent times by the current owners, incorporating handcrafted wood doors and cleverly, larger than average Sash windows to maximise the stunning views on offer. The ground floor accommodation incorporates five generous reception rooms, good size kitchen/ breakfast room and utility room, whilst the first floor enjoys an airy landing, sensational principle bedroom suite boasting en-suite, dressing room, walk in wardrobe and panoramic views over the adjoining countryside. The four remaining bedrooms are all serviced by the generous family bathroom. 

Situated adjacent to the main dwelling is a useful quadruple garage with separate utility room and spacious annexe above, with fitted kitchen and bathroom that offers excellent ancillary accommodation. The grounds are a particular feature and offer potential for equestrian use.

Setting & Location

The property is situated in a semi – rural location along Rectory Lane surrounded by sumptuous views and countryside in the charming rural Essex village of Latchingdon on the Dengie peninsular. Located approximately 5 miles south of the historic Maritime Town of Maldon and just 12 miles east of the county town of Chelmsford. For the commuter, the nearest mainline train station is at Althorne where a service into London Liverpool Street takes approximately 1 hour. Within the village there is a Primary School, church, village hall convenience stores, public house and indoor bowls club centre.

Secondary schooling can be found at Sandon School and Great Baddow High School with private schooling found in the village for Elm Green (Little Baddow) and Heathcote with New Hall and Felsted schools within the daily school run.

Althorne station - 2 miles, North Fambridge station- 3.2 miles, South Woodham Ferrers - 7 miles, Maldon - 5 miles, Chelmsford - 12 miles, London Stansted Airport - 30 miles

Ground Floor Accommodation

As you enter this wonderful, spacious family residence you are greeted by the entrance lobby which in turn leads to the entrance hall, an impressive room, situated central within the inner sanctum of the property and adorned with beautiful Amtico flooring. Double doors provide access to the sitting room, a glorious, bright, dual aspect room with attractive fireplace. Residing in the South wing of the property is the formal dining room which enjoys splendid views over the front garden and good size study, whilst residing in the rear elevation is the spacious kitchen/ breakfast room with oil fired Aga, a wonderful place to congregate for those Sunday Roasts. Adjoining the kitchen is the useful utility room, generous day room and conservatory that enjoys double doors to the rear terrace, the perfect space for ‘al-fresco’ entertaining.

First Floor Accommodation

A classic solid  wood staircase leads to the first floor and the spacious landing, which could conceivably be remodelled to create a sixth bedroom in the front elevation, if required, and allows access to the principle bedroom suite. A particular feature of the property, located to the rear with accompanying en suite bathroom, dressing room and walk in wardrobe and provides spectacular views over the surrounding countryside. The remaining four bedrooms comprise of three doubles and single room and are all serviced by the generous family bathroom.

Garaging & Annexe

The property benefits from a quadruple garage, with two double sectional electric doors and unusually, enjoys a higher than average access height, providing adequate space to park a SUV. Internally there is a further useful utility room and a door leading to an internal staircase to the first floor annexe, which incorporates a spacious living/ dining area, open plan kitchen and shower room. A wonderful space for teenagers, an au pair or elderly parents.

The Grounds

The property is approached via electric gates, that in turn provide access to an extensive shingle driveway, offering ample off street parking for numerous vehicles, with additional vehicular access to the rear of the property where further parking is available for trailers/horseboxes, etc. To the rear an expansive wrap around patio area offers optimum seclusion and adjoins the formal grounds. The 13 acre (stls) grounds are currently one large paddock but could easily be split into individual sections and with the installation of the necessary equestrian facilities (stp), would create the perfect equestrian retreat.

Agents Notes

• Our client has completed a Propertymark questionnaire to provide buyers with additional information and to assist with more informed offers being made.
• We have been advised by our clients that the electric pylons situated adjacent to the grounds have been decommissioned.
• The property benefits from CCTV, with six cameras stationed around the property and a comprehensive security/alarm system which is directly linked to a monitoring centre who are able to alert emergency services should this be needed (monitoring subject to maintenance contract).
• The internal doors, throughout the property, are oversized (36 inches wide)
• The paddock also benefits from a separate dual gated access directly from the lane. This is located at a widened point in the road to allow easy access for Horseboxes or other large vehicles.
• There is also a small brick built outbuilding, which has power, light and heating, which could be used as a store or similar. 
  

Services

Oil fired central heating

Mains water

Mains electric

Private sewage via Klargester

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