West Hanningfield

About this property

A beautifully refurbished early 19^th Century country home situated in a wonderful location within easy access of Chelmsford City centre

History & Background

This delightful Grade II listed family home is believed to date back to the early 19th Century with later additions and offers generous accommodation over two floors, along with an abundance of charm and character that is indicative of it’s age, including open fireplaces and double-hung sashes with glazing bars.

On the ground floor the two impressive, opulent reception rooms are superbly complemented by the recently fitted, high specification kitchen/ breakfast room, utility room and downstairs shower room, whilst on the first floor what was originally five bedrooms has been cleverly converted into four double bedrooms with the principal bedroom now boasting a spacious dressing room. Should the incoming buyer require five bedrooms, it would be a relatively straight forward process to convert the property back into five bedrooms (subject to consent).

The secluded South facing grounds are a particular feature, having been meticulously landscaped to an excellent standard by the current owners and extend to 0.19 acres (stls).

Setting & Location

Situated overlooking the village green in the highly sought-after leafy semi-rural suburb of West Hanningfield, lying 6 miles to the southeast of Chelmsford City Centre and just over 7 miles from Chelmsford National Rail Service for London’s Liverpool Street. There is also the convenience of the Park & Ride at Sandon (on the A414) and A12/A130 access is close by. The location is therefore well placed for Grammar and High Schools in both Chelmsford and Westcliff where buses run locally for Westcliff Schools and Chelmsford. There is a local C of E primary school within the village (Ofsted Good) with senior schools in Sandon and Great Baddow. The private schools of Elm Green Preparatory in Little Baddow and New Hall School (bus stops at The Old Windmill opposite the property) in Boreham are 6 and 8 miles respectively.

The village has become highly desirable semi-rural suburb to Chelmsford City, not least for their accessibility to Major links and nearby Cities, but also for the surrounding scenic countryside from which to enjoy local walks. The nearby village of East Hanningfield enjoys a local Cricket Club, post office, and some excellent nearby pubs and restaurants, including Vita Bella and Pontlands Park in Great Baddow which also has Swimming Pools and a spa.

Ground Floor Accommodation

As you enter the property you are immediately impressed by the substantial entrance hall adorned with attractive panelling and the half-glazed entrance door providing plenty of natural light, whilst the sumptuous, recently fitted parquet flooring extends throughout the majority of the ground floor. Situated in the West wing is the sitting room, a glorious, dual aspect room boasting attractive fireplace housing cast iron log burner and French doors extending out onto sun terrace to the rear, whilst the dining room is located in the front elevation with open fireplace and two double hung sash windows providing wonderful views to over the village green. The kitchen/ breakfast room certainly provides the ‘Wow’ factor and has been recently re-fitted to an incredibly high specification, with hand crafted solid wood units complemented by granite work tops, double butler sink, Quooker’ tap, providing sparkling, still and instant hot water, under floor heating and limestone tiled flooring. Integrated appliances aren’t in short supply with double Neff oven/ microwave, full length fridge, freezer, additional small fridge, with the recently refurbished Aga, fondly known as ‘Agatha’ completing the picture. The shower room is a useful area for hosing down your canine companions after a long country walk, whilst the adjacent refurbished utility room provides a useful additional storage and houses plumbing for the washing machine and space for the tumble dyer.  

First Floor Accommodation

The first floor is accessible via staircases from the entrance hall with the principal bedroom suite residing in the front of the property, a bright and airy dual aspect room with an extensive range of fitted wardrobe cupboards and adjoins the dressing room (previously the fifth bedroom) again with a range of fitted wardrobe cupboards. There are three further double bedrooms that are all serviced by the family bathroom.

Outbuilding & Grounds

The property is approached via a tarmac driveway offering off street parking for up to four vehicles. A substantial outbuilding is situated adjacent to the driveway with planning permission granted to convert into a substantial games room/ home office (plans available on request).  

The secluded South facing 0.19 acres grounds (stls) have been beautifully landscaped and incorporate a recently constructed sun terrace, perfect for those Summer gathering with family and friends, whilst the remainder is mostly laid to lawn with a plethora of mature flowers and shrubs. Nestled in the rear corner of the ground is a substantial additional patio terrace with pergola over, an ideal space for a hot tub!

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 has passed planning consent for the conversion of the existing outbuilding into a games rooms/ home office. REF ; 21/01581/LBC. Plans are available on request.
• ·         Listed Building Entry Number: 1264090
• ·         Title number EX359940

Services

Oil Fired Central Heating.

Mains

 Water & Electric

Private Drainage

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EPC rating: Exempt. Council tax band: G, Tenure: Freehold,

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