Latchingdon

About this property

A spacious 3000 sq ft detached family residence with secluded south facing 0.3 Acre grounds and sensational views over the River Crouch

History & Background

Situated in an elevated position, this spacious detached residence is believed to have been originally constructed in the 1970s, with later additions enhancing the accommodation.

The ground floor offers well-proportioned and deceptively spacious living, comprising four generous reception rooms, large kitchen/breakfast room enjoying expansive views, utility room, and shower room. To the first floor, the principal bedroom benefits from its own en suite shower room and walk-in wardrobe, complemented by three further double bedrooms, one single bedroom and a family bathroom.

Externally, the property is approached via an impressive in-and-out driveway providing ample off-street parking and access to various garages. To the rear, the secluded south-facing grounds enjoy truly spectacular views over the River Crouch.

Setting & Location

The property is situated set back along the Lower Burham Road, surrounded by sumptuous views 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.

North Fambridge station- 3.2 miles, Althorne station – 3.6 miles, South Woodham Ferrers – 7 miles, Maldon – 5 miles, Chelmsford – 13 miles, London Stansted Airport – 30 miles

In brief:

Ground Floor Accommodation

As you enter the property you are immediately impressed by the spacious hallway that provides access to the useful shower room, whilst in the West elevation is the kitchen/ breakfast room, a hugely impressive room with a range of recently fitted, high specification base and eye level units, aspirational central island, elongated window beautifully framing the sensational views over the river crouch and seamlessly flowing  into the dining room, a delightful valued room with exposed timber and French doors providing access onto the expansive sun terrace, perfect for al fresco dining! Situated centrally is the family room that boasts an attractive open fireplace and leads into the pool room whilst in the East wing is the siting room, a hugely impressive spacious, bright and airy, triple aspect room with open fireplace and bi fold doors onto the sun terrace.

First Floor Accommodation

On the first floor, you are welcomed by a generous landing area featuring a range of fitted wardrobe cupboards, which could easily be utilised as a study space, an ideal spot to work while enjoying the splendid views.

The principal bedroom suite is a spacious double room, complemented by a recently refitted, high-specification en suite shower room and a useful walk-in wardrobe. The four remaining bedrooms are all well-proportioned ( three doubles and one single) and are served by the family bathroom. 

Grounds

 The property is approached via a gated in and out shingle driveway that offers ample off-street parking for several vehicles, two detached garages along with an integral double garage with up and over doors, power and light connected.

Gated side access leads to the rear grounds that are mainly laid to lawn, completely unoverlooked and incredibly secluded via a plethora of mature flower, shrub and tree borders. The recently constructed expansive patio terrace faces south and provides a wonderful sanctuary to entertain family and friends basking in the sun all day whilst taking in some of the most breathing views that you are ever likely to see.

 In all the grounds extend to 0.3 acres (stls).

 Agents Notes

• Our client has completed a Propertymark questionnaire to provide buyers with additional information and to assist with more informed offers being made.

 Services

Private Compliant Drainage, Electric & Water.

 LPG (Liquid Petrol Gas) heating.

EPC rating: E. Council tax band: F, Tenure: Freehold,

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