Latchingdon

A deceptively spacious unlisted detached Regency residence with secluded grounds

What we think at the Zoe Napier Group

If you are looking for well presented, charming character family home that is conveniently located within easy access of the towns’ amenities then look no further! The property has a lovely feel and flow to it, whilst the secluded grounds have been meticulously designed to create the perfect sanctuary for entertaining family and friends during the Spring and Summer months.

What the owner says

This has been a fantastic home for us, we have thoroughly enjoyed living here and having a railway station located so close providing good access into London has been a huge bonus. It is with a heavy heart that we have decided to relocate to pastures new and allow another family to benefit from this lovely home.

Background & History

This unlisted property is believed to have originally been constructed in the 18^th Century, with later additions and retains much of its original character including an abundance of exposed timbers and attractive red brick fireplaces.

On the ground floor the deceptively spacious accommodation includes shower/ wet room, dining room, spacious sitting room, conservatory, well-presented kitchen/ breakfast room and useful utility room, whilst the first floor boasts four bedrooms (three doubles and one single) that are all serviced by a generous family bathroom.

The secluded 0.16 acres grounds (stls) wrap around the property and incorporate an attractive ornamental pond, summer house and bar area.

Setting & Location

The property is situated at the end of The Street in the charming rural Essex village of Latchingdon on the Dengie peninsular. Located approximately 5 miles south of the historic Maritime Town of Maldon and just 12 miles east of the county town of Chelmsford. For the commuter, the nearest mainline train station is at North Fambridge where a service into London Liverpool Street takes approximately 1 hour. Within the village there is a Primary School within easy walking distance, church, village hall, convenience stores, public house and indoor bowls club centre. Secondary schooling can be found at Sandon School, The Plume School and Great Baddow High School with private schooling found in the village for Elm Green (Little Baddow) and Heathcote with New Hall and Felsted schools within the daily school run. Highly sought after grammar schools can be found within easy driving distance in Colchester, Chelmsford, Southend and Westcliff respectively.

North Fambridge station- 3.2 miles, Althorne station - 3.6 miles, South Woodham Ferrers - 7 miles, Maldon - 5 miles, Chelmsford - 13 miles, London Stansted Airport - 30 miles

Ground Floor Accommodation

Upon entering the property an entrance porch offers an excellent area for storing your coats and shoes and leads to the dining room, a charming and characterful room with oak flooring and attractive fireplace housing cast iron multi fuel burner. Situated in the West wing  is the sitting room, an impressive space that is decorated with a plethora of exposed timbers, includes a useful play area for young children to amuse themselves and the piece de resistance….. the mightily impressive feature, floor to ceiling open red brick fireplace that is undoubtedly the perfect space to snuggle up in front of during those family gatherings at Christmas. The adjoining conservatory enjoys two sets of doors opening out onto the grounds and could be utilised as a s work from home office if required, whilst in the rear elevation of the property there is a good size shower/ wet room and adjacent breakfast room, a bright and airy dual aspect room that seamlessly flows into the high specification kitchen and adjoining utility room.

First floor accommodation

On the first floor the principal bedroom is an impressive double room that benefits from a splendid, vaulted ceiling with exposed timbers and is beautifully flanked by exposed red brickwork providing a real feeling of grandeur. A further double bedroom is situated centrally and enjoys an extensive range of fitted wardrobe cupboards and is complemented by a further double bedroom with attractive red brick fireplace, a single bedroom and a spacious family bathroom that incorporates a free-standing Victorian style roll top bath, bidet, WC and wash hand basin.

Grounds

Situated adjacent to the main dwelling is a large brick paved driveway offering off street parking for three/ four vehicles and leads to a detached garage that has been converted into two sections comprising a useful storage room and bar area that offers a wonderful space to entertain. The secluded rear grounds are accessible via gated side access and are well screened via mature hedging and trees, mostly laid to lawn with work from home office with power, light and Wi-Fi connected,  summer house, undercover Jacuzzi area, large ornamental pond and extend to 0.16 acres (stls). 

Agents Notes

• Our client has completed a Propertymark questionnaire/declaration
• for potential buyers to make an informed offer. This information includes
• details about some former root damage which has since been rectified

Services

All mains services connected (gas, water, drainage and electricity). 

EPC rating: F. Tenure: Freehold,