Audley Road, Great Leighs, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3

NO ONWARD CHAIN – This well-proportioned family home is tucked away at the end of a spacious and attractive cul-de-sac in the heart of the semi-rural village of Great Leighs.

The accommodation includes four bedrooms, three versatile reception rooms and a well-presented kitchen/breakfast room. The property also benefits from a part-converted tandem garage, with the rear section now providing a useful gym or home office space.

NO ONWARD CHAIN – Audley Road was built in the late 1980s and is known for offering a sense of space. Unlike many modern developments, the roads here do not feel crowded, with generous gaps between neighbouring homes, mature trees at this end of the street and open countryside close by.

This particular property is tucked away on a private drive shared with only four other homes and enjoys a southerly-facing rear garden, off-road parking and a double-length garage, the rear section of which has been converted into a useful gym or office.

On entering the house you are welcomed into a centrally positioned hallway which provides access to the study, cloakroom, kitchen and sitting room, with the dining room being reached via both the kitchen and the living room.

The property is well-presented throughout and has a modern feel, with the kitchen/breakfast room having been refitted in recent years. This space boasts a smart white quartz work surface and a range of integrated appliances including a Neff “hide and slide” oven and microwave, dishwasher, fridge freezer and halogen hob, together with a breakfast bar with space for stools.

The sitting room is a generous space with French doors opening onto the garden and a feature chimney breast with wood burner. There is also a separate dining room and a good-sized study, making the ground floor a very practical layout for family life.

To the first floor there are four bedrooms, the principal of which is a particularly large room with built-in wardrobes and matching bedroom furniture included. The en-suite shower room has been finished to a high standard, with underfloor heating and both rainfall and handheld shower heads, while the family bathroom also has a modern and attractive finish with a bath and shower over.

Outside, the rear garden has recently been improved with a new patio and is mainly laid to lawn with a raised bed and borders defined by mature and well-kept conifer bushes. To the side there is a more functional area which houses the oil tank and a shed.

Chelmsford council approved planning permission in 2019 for a single storey rear extension, loft conversion with rear dormer and single storey side extension to garage with increased roof height. 19/01606/FUL
The planning permission has since expired.

Location

Great Leighs, Essex – Rural Charm with Excellent Connections

Great Leighs is a sought-after village that blends countryside living with superb transport links. Just a short drive from both Chelmsford and Braintree, residents enjoy easy access to a wide range of shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities, while still benefiting from a peaceful village atmosphere.

A highlight of the area is Chelmsford City Racecourse, a modern all-weather venue that brings a lively calendar of racing and events right to the doorstep. Locally, the village also offers a primary school, pub, and everyday amenities, making it a practical choice for families.

Commuters are particularly well served. Chelmsford station provides fast services into London Liverpool Street in around 35 minutes, and from autumn 2025 the brand-new Beaulieu Park railway station will open just a few miles away. This will be the first new station on the Great Eastern Main Line in over a century, offering modern facilities, ample parking, cycle links, and frequent direct services into London.

With excellent road connections via the A131, A120 and A12, plus the convenience of Stansted Airport within half an hour, Great Leighs is perfectly placed for both work and leisure. Add in the surrounding countryside for walking and cycling, and the village makes an ideal location for those seeking a balanced lifestyle.