3 bedroom house

Set in an idyllic location and occupying grounds approaching 2 acres, this immaculate single storey dwelling offers versatile accommodation, being semi-rural and a short distance from local shopping facilities, amenities and a short drive to either Wakes Colne or Marks Tey train station for access into London Liverpool Street.

A property that is perfect for anyone looking to have few neighbours and country walks and cycling routes on their doorstep. The paddock to the rear of the property is ample for use as a smallholding or to accommodate a pony, sheep, goats or similar livestock. The property sits towards the end of a quiet country lane, with peace and tranquility and far reaching views over the Colne Valley. An added bonus is the planning permission granted for a loft conversion to create a five bedroom family home.

Approached via a quiet country road that provides access to just a small number of properties and surrounded by open fields. To the front of the property is a large gravel drive offering plenty of parking, for at least several cars. There is also a two bay cart lodge and integrated single garage.

The grounds are divided into two areas. The well-tended formal gardens wrap around the house and are mainly laid to lawn with mature trees and shrubs. There is a feature fountain with box hedging, a timber framed summer house and summer seating area. Post and rail fencing divides the 1.5 acre paddock (stms) from the tended garden and this paddock land is currently set aside as a wild flower meadow adjoining woodland at the boundary. The paddock benefits from a workshop with light and power connected, two external stores and two log stores. The paddock extend to the rear, to the edge of Chalkney Woods. It’s not uncommon to see deer roaming the grounds.

The bungalow has three double bedrooms, lounge, bathroom and a large kitchen/diner, with separate utility. The planning permission would provide three double bedrooms, making a five bedroom home. The entrance lobby opens out into a spacious airy entrance hall which links the principal rooms of the house. The sitting room is a light and airy with a dual aspect, including two south facing windows and sliding French doors to the west opening out to a large terrace. There is also a wood burning stove built into a stone surround

The Kitchen/dining room is the focal point of the house and has been thoughtfully planned to make the most of the dual aspect with light flooding in from the south, whilst views across the delightful gardens to the open fields beyond

The master bedroom has a dual aspect with views out across the gardens. Bedroom two has a large south facing window and would work equally well as a study or snug. Bedroom three enjoys good views over the gardens and benefits from an ensuite cloakroom, including a toilet and washbasin, which could easily be upgraded into a shower room.



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