Halstead, Essex

Description An exquisite and meticulously refurbished 6 bedroom, Grade II Listed detached residence, nestled in the heart of the town, yet offering a great deal of privacy, tucked away behind secure private gates as well as walled grounds, and boasting accommodation extending to over 5,000 square feet.

Believed to have Medieval origins, this impressive timber framed town house is understood to date from circa 1580, and now presents a harmonious blend of old and new, offered in excellent condition, with the property having undergone an extensive programme of restoration suring the owner's custody.

On display and celebrated emphatically are the wide array of period feature, such as exposed timbers, Inglenook fireplaces and oak floor boards to name a few.

There is also a self contained adjoining one bedroom annexe/cottage, which could also be made as part of the main house if preferred. This is all situated within walled grounds of in all about 0.37 acres, at the heart of this historic market town.

The house is arranged over three floors, within mostly rendered elevations under a red peg tile roof, and dominated by an impressive oversize cross wing with adjoining two storey annexe cottage with delightful red brick elevations, again below a peg tile roof. 

About the Area Halstead is conveniently situated close to the Essex/Suffolk border, surrounded by open countryside and pretty villages with some beautiful countryside. Further afield is the town of Colchester (13 miles) and the city of Chelmsford (19 miles) providing a much wider range of amenities. Colchester provides a range of highly sought-after schooling options including Holmwood House Prep School, St Mary's School for Girls and the Royal Grammar School. Chelmsford provides two Grammar Schools with both New Hall and Felsted independent schools within reasonable proximity of the city. Gosfield preparatory and senior school is located around 3 miles away. For the commuter there is a branch line station at Braintree and a main line train station at Witham to London Liverpool Street, with access points to the A12 at Witham and the M11 at Bishop's Stortford.

The accommodation in more detail comprises six bedrooms arranged over three floors as well as cellar, and provides flexible family accommodation, designed for extended family or multigenerational living and totals just over 5,000 square feet.

The Chase is entered from the front via an entrance hallway. The large dual aspect sitting room features a wealth of exposed timbers, with the centrepiece being the impressive inglenook fireplace with log burner. To the reverse of the sitting room is a further reception room, also featuring an inglenook fireplace with woodburning stove and a concealed doorway providing access to the oak panelled dining room. There are three further reception rooms. The kitchen/breakfast room has been extended and features a vaulted ceiling with a collection of storage units and quality integrated appliances. The breakfast room leads directly out to the garden through double doors. A further cloakroom is located off the hall, where access can also be gained to the cellar, providing an ideal space for additional storage.

On the first floor there are five bedrooms (one of which forms part of the annexe). The principal bedroom is accessed over a small flight of steps which enjoys views to the front of the property. Two further double bedrooms have en suite bathrooms. A further double bedroom enjoys views over the patio area below. Both the dressing room to the Master suite and the annexe bedroom have the shared facility of a 'Jack & Jill' shower room. The family bathroom completes the first floor. The second floor features a striking double bedroom with storage cupboards. 

Outside The Chase is inconspicuously sited at the end of a gated, tree-lined drive, opening to a more than generous parking area, as well as a double garage.

Adjacent to the garage is a sizeable studio, currently being used as a gym.

The attractive walled garden is split into two distinct areas:

The formal gardens to the front are mainly laid to lawn, with a terrace abutting the kitchen/breakfast room.

The second area of garden is predominately south west of the house (and is believed to have been purchased during the 1960s) . This area of garden has been designed for recreational activities, laid with an artificial surface. There are a variety of well stocked mixed flower and shrub borders softening the garden walls, which surround almost the entirety of the grounds.

Also incorporated within the plot are a range of workshop/storage sheds. 

In all about 0.37 acres.  

Local Authority  

Braintree District Council  

Council Tax Band - G  

Services Mains water, drainage and electricity. Gas fired heating. 

Agents Notes - We understand that the property is Grade II Listed.

- We understand from our client that the broadband at the property is at a particularly impressive speed of 900 Mbps. 

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