5 bedroom house

Substantial detached family home with acreage and outbuildings.


Description

A beautifully appointed detached family home set in grounds of approaching 7 acres within 3 miles of Kelvedon train station. This extended home dates from 1930 and provides comfortable, well balanced accommodation and outbuildings of approximately 3,385 sq ft. The accommodation has been arranged over two floors providing a versatile layout to suit a range of lifestyles including multigenerational living with two staircases positioned at either end of the house. The property enjoys an extensive tree-lined drive,workshop/barn, triplecart lodge and a stable block, ideally suited for those with equestrian and outdoor interests. The property occupies a largely semi-rural setting within close proximity of a network of footpaths and bridleways.

From the front, the house is approached into a welcoming entrance hall with stairs rising to the first floor. The sitting room is located to the left of the house and is a substantial room providing a log burning stove and delightful views and access out to the garden. The kitchen is located in the centre of the house and is a truly wonderful space providing light accommodation and views over the garden and grounds. The kitchen has been fitted with a bespoke range of units and integrated appliances. There is ample work space and a central island. The study is positioned to the rear of the house and is a comfortable room with bay window overlooking the rear garden. There is a utility room and cloakroom with a secondary reception hall providing a further staircase giving first floor access.

To the first floor there are five bedrooms and a family bathroom accessed from a central landing. All of the bedrooms are well-proportioned with the principal suite providing built-in storage facilities and an en suite shower room. The second bedroom is positioned to the rear of the house and also enjoys an en suite shower room. The family bathroom serves the remainder of the bedrooms.

Outside
Westacre is approached through electric gates opening to a tree-lined drive leading to a substantial area for parking. There is a workshop/barn, adjacent triple cart lodge and a stable block. The garage provides W.C. facilities, a storage room and a first floor storage room, accessed via a side staircase and offering the option for supplementary accommodation, *subject to the necessary consents. The property is also accessed via the B1023 providing a secondary gated drive and parking. The property occupies a slightly elevated position overlooking its grounds with an area of formal garden and a terrace surrounding the house giving an extension of the accommodation. The paddock is located to the southern side of the house and offers a gentle gradient bordered by a small brook. The land has been designed for equestrian use but also offers an ideal opportunity for a range of other outdoor pursuits.

All in approaching 7 acres

Location

Kelvedon: 2.6 miles; Tiptree: 1.7 miles; Colchester:10.5 miles; Chelmsford: 16.4 miles; Stansted Airport: 26 miles; Canary Wharf: 55 miles. (All distances approximate.)

Westacre is situated in the hamlet of Inworth, nestled between the villages of Tiptree and Kelvedon. Inworth is a historic hamlet dating back to medieval times and is serviced by the larger settlements of Kelvedon, Tiptree and Colchester. Kelvedon is to the west and has a good range of village amenities including a post office and small supermarket. There is a more extensive range of shopping, recreational and educational facilities at Tiptree and Colchester including Holmwood House Prep School, Colchester Royal Grammar School and Colchester High School for Girls.

For the commuter there is access onto the A12 northbound to Colchester, southbound to Chelmsford and there is a mainline station at Kelvedon serving London Liverpool Street.

Stansted Airport, with its increasing range of national and international destinations, is within easy reach (26 miles).

The area has a strong local community with active organisations catering for many interests. There are excellent walking and riding opportunities in the surrounding countryside, and, to the west, the river and marshland walks of the Blackwater Estuary, popular with ornithologists. The Blackwater is also home to a number of marinas and sailing clubs, notably at Tollesbury and West Mersea. Local golf courses include Braxted Park, Braintree Golf Club at Stisted, Benton Hall Golf and Country Club at Wickham Bishops and the nearby Rivenhall Oaks Golf Club.

Square Footage: 3,385 sq ft




Acreage: 6.95 Acres

Directions

From Kelvedon proceed east along the B1023. Just before you enter Inworth, turn left onto Kelvedon Road where access to the property can be found towards the bottom of the hill on the right hand side.

Postcode: CO5 9SH


Additional Info

Services: Mains water, drainage and electricity. Oil-fired heating and water. Underfloor heating to ground floor.

Viewing: Strictly by appointment with Savills.

Marketed by: Savills, Chelmsford