Fyfield

A Handsome and alluring Edwardian Family Home in the heart of Fyfield Village with mature grounds extending to 0.39 of an acre.

What We Say at The Zoe Napier Group

This immaculate period home beautifully preserves its era's architectural essence, featuring high ceilings, spacious rooms, and the classic charm of functional fireplaces.  The home's magnificent reception hall provides an enchanting backdrop for family parties and celebrations. 

What the Owners say

We have thoroughly enjoyed our home here for 21 years. We fell in love with the house the moment we stepped through the door, especially with the magnificent doors in the hall that have since been beautifully refurbished.  We have restored the house to a good standard ensuring modern functionality whilst maintaining its original character.

History & Background

An instantly alluring Edwardian home with attractive early 20th-centuryarchitectural elevations; standing within mature gardens extending to 0.39 of an acre. The property is situated in an elevated position with extensive parking and a large double garage building with a workshop. This building might be suited for conversion to ancillary or annexe accommodation stp.

The accommodation expands over three storeys, providing five large double bedrooms, an en-suite, and a family bathroom. On the ground floor is a delightful Harvey Jones Kitchen/Breakfast room with adjacent service rooms, and two principal reception rooms, each with attractive open fires, plus a conservatory.

The characteristics of the property have been beautifully enhanced. For instance, in the hall are the most beautiful sliding 40 double bevelled pain glass doors, spanning 8 feet high, thought to have been reclaimed from a City Bank post-war that features an Artisan influence with Ormolu (ground gold gilding) and French polishing. Other notable characteristics include high ceilings, some original diamond leaded light windows, and period-style radiators, complemented by Jim Lawrence handmade curtain poles and period-style light switches. 

The property has undergone extensive maintenance over the past two decades. This includes rewiring, a new (2024) boiler, and quality fixtures and fittings.

Setting & Location

The property is nestled behind mature grounds in an elevated position. It is initially accessed through a shared entrance that leads to the property's private drive areas, with space to accommodate up to ten vehicles. Access leads to a large double garage, and a rear door opens to a good workshop with a workbench, greenhouse, and storage areas behind. The mature grounds surround the house, with rear gardens and an attractive terrace facing due south and a larger expanse of lawn on the west side to capture the sunsets.

Located on the B184 approximately 2 miles north of the Four Wantz roundabout and Chipping Ongar, the property lies in the centre of Fyfield Village, just a short walk from the Queens Head pub/restaurant, Dr Walkers C of E primary school, the village shop/post office as well as the village hall and parish church. The village is largely surrounded by open farmland, yet is so accessible to London, via the M11, Chelmsford City, Brentwood, and Great Dunmow. Epping Station (Central Line) is approximately 9 miles and Brentwood Station (Elizabeth Line) is just over 10 miles from the property.

Ground Floor Accommodation

The beautifully polished brass door knocker provides the first indication of the property's meticulous maintenance. Upon entering, visitors are greeted by a spacious reception hall featuring a turning staircase with French-polished banisters leading to a part galleried landing. The hall is complemented by high-polished broad oak flooring, which continues throughout the principal rooms. Magnificent 8-feet high and wide sliding doors connect the hall to the elegant dining room.

The dining room boasts a dual aspect with two deep box bay windows, adorned with attractive diamond-leaded light panes. Comfortably seating 10 guests, the room features an artisan-style fireplace with an open fire and marble hearth where cherished traditional Sunday roasts can be enjoyed by the fire, with ample space for additional armchairs in the main bay.

The sitting room, with its polished oak floor, is well-proportioned and showcases a  luxury Chesneys of London fireplace with features an open fire with a limestone surround, pewter-style inset and slate hearth. Double doors lead to an adjoining double-glazed period-style conservatory with travertine flooring. This warm, sun-filled room faces south and provides direct access to the terraces.

The kitchen/breakfast room is fitted with 'Designed for Life' Harvey Jones units, crafted from solid tulipwood and finished in 'Edith’s Eyes' colour beneath solid granite  worktops. Features include a feature island, double pantry cupboard, integrated dishwasher, and a stainless-steel Stoves range oven. The American-style fridge freezer will also remain. Travertine flooring provides space for a breakfast table seating six comfortably. The room offers access to a walk-in larder and a separate utility room, which houses the newly installed 2024 boiler and there is also a cloakroom/w.c off the hall.

First Floor Accommodation

A spacious landing includes a further staircase to the top/second-floor landing, attractive white period-style internal doors and a large airing cupboard. In total, there are five double bedrooms, two being located on the top floor. The dual-aspect main bedroom features a stylish en-suite with a plumbed Aqualisa power shower over the bath. The alternative main bedroom, located at the front of the house, mirrors the size of the dining room beneath with a deep box bay and a traditional washstand and built-in wardrobes.  The third bedroom currently used as a study has double ‘Juliet’ doors onto a viewing balcony. The main family bathroom is fitted with a quality 'The Imperial Bathroom Company' suite, complemented by Victorian-style wall tiles from HE Smith and slate flooring. The bathroom is equipped with a bath and a separate ‘walk-in’ Aqualisa power shower.

Top/Second Floor Accommodation

Off the top floor landing is access to a large eaves loft space for suitcases etc. Access leads to two further large double bedrooms, each with double glazed windows.

Grounds

The house is set prominently in its mature and well-screened plot extending to 0.39 of an acre. Discretely elevated the property can barely be seen from the road, while enjoying south and west-facing aspects to the rear and side gardens. The private drive extends in front of the garaging and further around the house to accommodate up to 10 cars. There is also a large front lawn abundantly filled with Spring bulbs, shrubs, and notable trees including a Cedar, Apple, and Judas tree.

The large double garage accommodates two cars with additional storage space. An adjoining workshop with a workbench and loft storage can be reached from the rear of the building where there is also a greenhouse and storage. The rear and side gardens are partly designed by Haskett’s who created attractive terrace areas with box bay hedging and some topiary. The terrace contains a pond shadowed by a beautiful Bay tree. The gardens are abundantly stocked with perennials, shrubs, a variety of firs, and trees including Cherry and Silver Birch.

Agents Notes

• A subsidence claim was made in 2011which was rectified after the removal of a tree.
• Our client has completed a Propertymark questionnaire providing buyers with additional information. Please request this from the agent.
• Epping Forest Council 

Services

Mains Water. Mains Electricity. Mains Drainage. Mains Gas.