Burnham on Crouch

About this property

*** Guide Price £750,000 – £800,000 ***  A sprawling deceptively spacious 3237 sq ft detached residence surrounded by stunning countryside with attached barn and 0.34 acre grounds (stls)

History & Background

This deceptively spacious, versatile residence is believed to have previously been a dairy farm comprising two separate dwellings (barn and bungalow), that was extensively extended to the side, rear and first floor in 2001 and amalgamated into an incredibly spacious 3237 sq ft detached family residence. Surrounded by stunning undulating countryside, the property is tucked away on a country lane on the outskirts of the desirable, bustling town of Burnham – On – Crouch.

The sprawling accommodation On the ground floor includes a cavernous kitchen/ breakfast room, two/ three generous reception rooms, two/ three double bedrooms, all serviced by the family bathroom, whilst the first floor boasts principle bedroom with en suite and a further double bedroom.

The secluded 0.34 acre West facing grounds (stls) are a particular feature and benefit from the attached barn/ garage that could quiet easily be converted into a substantial self-contained annexe (stp) and detached office/ games room to the rear. 

Setting & Location

The property is set back from the Maldon Road, along a country lane that leads to the Elmwood Equestrian Centre and is around a five minute drive into Burnham on Crouch, a charming small maritime town, world famous for being a yachting centre and calmer waters of the Crouch Estuary. The town offers an envious array of traditional shops with plenty of pubs, tea rooms and restaurants all of which are within walking distance from the property. Burnham on Crouch has its own rail station for London’s Liverpool Street. This train journey alone is most scenic travelling through the marshes and alongside the river. The typical journey time is 1 hour 10 minutes and a perfect way to travel for Londoners looking for a weekend escape or holiday let accommodation in Burnham.

Burnham on Crouch also has good educational facilities with a C of E primary school (Ofsted Good) and Burnhams Ormiston Rivers Academy which remains a Good school for senior education. There is also a supermarket and doctor’s surgery, a historic church and a maritime museum, alongside many activities within the town which further include an annual Burnham week sailing regatta.

Burnham On Crouch Station – 1.8 miles * Southminster Station – 3.5 miles * South Woodham Ferrers – 10 miles * Maldon – 12 miles * Chelmsford – 22 miles

Ground Floor Accommodation

As you enter the property you can’t help but be instantly taken back by the impressive accommodation on offer, with the entrance hall providing access to the sitting room, a cosy room with wonderful views over adjoining fields to the front and feature fireplace housing log burner, a fabulous place to relax during the long Winter months.  To the rear, residing in the East wing is the generous utility room, with adjacent recently refurbished shower room and adjoining spacious study. With a separate door to the front, collectively, this area could be amalgamated to form a self-contained annexe if required. Situated centrally within the inner sanctum of the property is the impressive kitchen/ dining/ day room, a bright and airy, spacious room, with glorious views over the surrounding countryside to the rear and the perfect space to congregate for family gatherings. The West wing is believed to be the original section of the property and boasts three double bedrooms, all serviced by the family bathroom.

First Floor Accommodation

The first floor was added around twenty years ago and has really added to the versatility of the property. With two double bedrooms and a en suite shower room, this segment of the property would be ideal for parents, whilst the ground floor bedroom accommodation would be the perfect retreat for teenagers.

Attached Barn & Detached Outbuilding

The property boasts a large brick paved driveway, providing off street parking for several vehicles with the attached barn, believed to have previously been a separate dwelling that is currently being utilised as a triple garage with electric roller door, adjoining work shop and storage area. Situated to the rear of the building are stairs that lead up to the first floor office. Should the incoming buyer require a substantial annexe for teenagers, elderly parents or an au pair, this area could quite easily to converted into additional accommodation (subject to consent).

Grounds

The secluded lawned grounds extend to 0.34 acres (stls) and being West facing produce some spectacular sun sets. A large weather boarded, detached outbuilding with power and light connected, resides towards the rear of the plot and would be ideal as a work from home office or gym.

Agents Notes

• Our client has completed a Propertymark questionnaire providing buyers with more information upon request.
• The private drainage/sewage system is likely to require updating with a modern system to comply with current legislation.
• The driveway immediately from the Maldon Road is owned by Elmwood Equestrian Centre. We understand that our clients have an easement across this land to access their own driveway.
• A new gas boiler was installed in the property in 2020.
• Maldon Council 

Services

Mains Water & Electricity. Private Drainage (Septic Tank). Oil Fired Heating. 

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EPC rating: D. Council tax band: D, Tenure: Freehold,

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