Oaklea Avenue, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2

Part of our Signature collection, this highly impressive four-bedroom 1930’s semi-detached family home is enviably nestled in a peaceful and sought-after residential area. This tree-lined enclave is within close proximity of Chelmsford city centre.

A highly impressive four-bedroom 1930's semi-detached family home, enviably nestled in a peaceful and sought-after residential, tree-lined enclave all within close proximity to Chelmsford city centre.

The imposing front door provides access to the entrance hall with stairs leading to the first-floor landing. The impressive recently fitted kitchen is well-equipped offering a comprehensive range of base and eye level units, combination Worcester boiler, induction hob with sleek glass overhead extractor hood, integrated fridge and dishwasher.

The opulent formal dining room featuring a striking stone fireplace has French doors leading to the veranda. The walls and ceilings have superb mouldings with a beautiful ceiling rose, which are complemented by the wood effect luxury vinyl flooring.

The lounge has an attractive bay window, working gas fireplace with wood surround, further ceiling rose, and ornate cornicing, all complimented by the bespoke Clement Browne wooden shutters (continued through the majority of the house).

There is also a Weinor glass garden room/veranda (benefitting from remote control blinds and LED lights) overlooking the delightful grounds. Furthermore, accessed externally is a utility room with stainless steel sink, work surfaces, additional base and eye level units as well as space for a fridge freezer and under-counter freezer and space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer. There is also a modern shower room including corner shower cubicle, low-level WC and wash hand basin.

The first floor provides four bedrooms off the spacious landing. The main bedroom has extensive bespoke fitted wardrobes. There is also a stunning bathroom including walk-in shower with glass screen, tiled splashbacks, high end marble effect water panels and vanity wash hand basin. Additionally, there is a separate wood-panelled cloakroom with low level WC and wash hand basin.

Outside
To the front of the house is an attractive shingled private driveway offering off-street parking for up to four vehicles. Accessed from the side of the property is the generous sized enclosed secluded garden (extending to approximately 100 ft) including various shrub borders, many trees including apple and plum, shrubs and numerous evergreens. The established grounds have been beautifully manicured over the years and provide a real sense of serenity, enhanced by the generous porcelain paving both inside and continuing beyond the veranda.

Neatly nestled away at the bottom of the grounds is a fully insulated garden room, currently used as a home office benefitting from connection to power, light, heating and wi-fi. There is also a further storage shed with power and light included. In between is another secluded patio area providing a secret haven to unwind.

Previously planning consent has been gained for a side and rear extension Planning Reference No 18/00788/FUL validated 27 April 2018 (now expired)


Location

The property is nestled within sought after Oaklea Avenue, a peaceful tree lined road which enjoys a prominent position just outside the City Centre. Chelmsford offers an extensive range of shopping and leisure facilities together with a wide variety of cafes and restaurants. For the commuter, Chelmsford mainline station is approximately half a mile distant, offering a frequent service to London Liverpool Street (approximate journey time of 35 minutes) The area provides both primary and secondary schooling including two excellent Grammar schools. In the private sector both New Hall School and Felsted are also within a reasonable proximity.

Directions

Sat Nav: postcode CM2 6BY

Important Information

Council Tax Band - E
Services - We understand that mains water, drainage, gas and electricity are connected to the property.
Tenure - Freehold
EPC rating - D
Our ref - 33602