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Oaklands Close, Braintree, Essex, CM77

PROPERTY TYPE

Detached

BEDROOMS

5

BATHROOMS

4

SIZE

3,276 sq ft

304 sq m

TENURE
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Freehold

Description

• GUIDE PRICE £1,100,000 - £1,200,000

A Spectacular Five-Bedroom Gated Residence on an Acre Plot - The Ultimate Family & Entertaining Home with its own Private Lake!

Tucked away behind secure electric gates, this extraordinary five-bedroom home offers an unrivalled lifestyle of luxury, space, and entertainment. Set on an expansive one-acre plot, this property has been thoughtfully designed to blend refined family living with the perfect setting for unforgettable gatherings - it truly is the ultimate party house.

Inside, the home is finished to the highest standards throughout. A showstopping high-end kitchen, complete with sleek cabinetry, marble worktops, and a central island, forms the heart of the home - ideal for both everyday family life and entertaining. It flows effortlessly into elegant reception areas, including a formal dining room, a bright conservatory, and a statement cinema room and a dedicated home office.

The first floor houses five spacious bedrooms upstairs three with luxurious en-suite bathrooms - ensure there’s ample room for the whole family. The Master suite is a sanctuary in itself, featuring a stunning en-suite, a bespoke dressing room, and a private balcony overlooking the grounds and lake.

But it's outside where this home truly comes to life.

Set within beautifully landscaped gardens, the one-acre plot has been transformed into an exceptional outdoor haven. To one side, a large, enclosed play area offers the perfect space for children to enjoy, while a full outdoor kitchen - complete with a pizza oven, built-in BBQ, and hot plate - makes entertaining effortless. There’s also a cosy firepit area, ideal for toasting marshmallows under the stars.

A stunning private lake sits at the heart of the garden, complete with its own wooden bridge and rowing boat. Home to fish and duck and ducklings, it brings a magical, serene atmosphere with decking that extends right down to the water’s edge, it’s the perfect spot for a morning coffee or evening drink.

For those who love to entertain, the garden also features a fully equipped bar perfect for summer parties as well as two spacious sheds for practical storage.

This is more than just a home; it's a lifestyle. With every detail carefully considered to offer both comfort and excitement, this unique property delivers the very best in luxury family living and year-round entertaining.

*Being sold via Balgores Secure*

Council tax band: F

Entrance Via

Double glazed entrance door to:

Entrance Porch

Double glazed window to side, coving, door to reception hall

Reception Hall

L shaped, two radiators, two double glazed windows to front, downlighters which are activated on a sensor system, coving, two independent staircases leading to first floor bedrooms, door to outside lobby, door giving access to cinema room.

Living Room

24'8" narrowing to 15'1" x 19'3" + recess. Double glazed floor to ceiling windows to rear and side, three radiators, downlighters, coving, double glazed French doors leading to conservatory, double glazed oak doors leading to dining room.

Conservatory

15'6" x 7'8". Double glazed French doors to rear, double glazed floor to ceiling windows to rear and side providing fantastic views over the rear gardens, Travertine tiled floor, radiator.

Dining Room

12'3" max. x 16'8" max. Double glazed floor to ceiling windows to rear, two radiators, laminate floor, coving.

Study

12'1" max. x 6'8". Double glazed bay window to front, radiator with feature guard, Parquet style flooring, picture rail, smooth ceiling with cornice coving.

Kitchen / Breakfast Room

22'6" x 16'8". This newly redesigned kitchen comprises inset two stainless steel sink units with feature hot water tap, Black Marble working surfaces to side which extend around the whole of the kitchen and provide a wide range of various drawers and cupboards, fitted carousel units, fitted dishwasher, two built in Neff stainless steel ovens with warming drawer beneath, five ring induction hob, separate feature island with inset power points, range of cupboards beneath, wine and cold drinks fridges, double glazed windows to rear and bi-folding doors, Oak Amtico floor.

Cinema Room

15'4" x 14'8". Two floor to ceiling feature radiators, downlighters, Amtico flooring.

First Floor Landing

Double glazed window to front, coving, radiator, doors to accommodation.

Bedroom Two

12'4" + recess x 11'4". Double glazed window to rear, radiator, coving, door to:

En-Suite Two

Low level WC, pedestal hand wash basin, walk in double shower cubicle, radiator, fully tiled, coving.

Bedroom Three

13'6" x 12'2". Double glazed French doors to rear, radiator, coving, door to:

En-Suite Three

Low level WC, pedestal hand wash basin, walk in double shower cubicle, heated towel rail, fully tiled.

Bedroom Four

13'3" max. x 11'7" max. Double glazed window to rear, radiator, coving, built in wardrobes.

Bedroom Five

11'7" + recess x 9'1". Double glazed window to front, radiator, coving.

Family Bathroom

Low level WC, twin hand wash basins with cupboards under, deep panelled bath, fully tiled, radiator, double glazed window to front, heated towel rail.

Further Landing

Double glazed window to front, coving, downlighters, airing cupboard, door to:

Master Bedroom Suite

19'10" max. x 16'8" max. Two double glazed windows to rear, double glazed door leading to balcony.

Balcony

Provides stunning views over the rear.

Dressing Room

Range of fully fitted wardrobes and shelves, Parquet style flooring, smooth ceiling, door leading to:

Master En-Suite

12'4" x 6'7" + recess. Low level WC, twin sink units with waterfall taps, free standing roll top bath, separate double shower cubicle, fully tiled, double glazed window to front, coving, heated towel rail

Garden

Set on an acre plot, the delightful and mature rear garden offers its own moat/river which is spring fed (one away from drinking water). Feature decking with spotlighting leads down to the moat. The moat offers a little island with a bridge accessed from the decking and also has its own family of ducks and Kingfisher fish. The garden commences with a paved patio area to the immediate rear with Pergola, Jacuzzi and decked balcony overlooking the lake. Part Astroturf leading to an extensive lawn. The garden also offers its own orchard with mature trees offering eating and cooking apples. There are two large sheds for storage. There is an inset firepit with seating. Outdoor kitchen housing: oven, barbeque, hotplate, granite work surfaces, brick surround, inset sink, pizza oven, fridge/freezer, feature lighting and electrics, ideal for large gatherings and parties for entertaining. To the end of the garden is a playground.

Outside Bar

Double-glazed French doors, three double-glazed windows to side, two double-glazed windows to front, wood flooring, fully fitted bar, electric and power, toilet off to side with low level w/c, wall mounted hand basin, fridge freezer, storage.

Buyers Information Pack

Please see link below for the Buyers Information Pack/TA forms: b1710f16e7f

Agents Note

The agent suggests that any interested parties should make contact with the estate agent prior to booking a viewing as the seller has been unable to provide some material information.

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Particulars
COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
Band: F
PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
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GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
Yes
ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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About Balgores, Chelmsford

2 Tindal Square, Chelmsford, CM1 1EH
Industry affiliations:

Balgores Chelmsford Branch occupies a prominent position within Chelmsford Town Centre and is headed by Sales Director Matthew Butler, FNAEA who started in the industry in 1997 and has been selling in the local area since 2001, Associate Director, Richard Burns MNAEA and Branch Manager Allannah Buckroyd who, between them, bring a wealth of knowledge and skills to Chelmsford and surrounding area. With decades of experience between them, their understanding of the Essex property market is second to none.

Our team of dedicated and professional Estate Agents in Chelmsford are located centrally at 2 Tindal Square, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1EH. Together they provide a superior level of service for all buyers, sellers, landlords and tenants, throughout the area.

Our spacious, open plan office, offers our customers, whether buyers, sellers, landlords, tenants or clients requiring mortgage and protection advice, the opportunity to visit us in a professional environment to discuss any aspect of our service, with a private room available, should you wish for a more discreet service.

Since our launch in 2002, Balgores have dominated the housing market in Essex and Kent and, as a family-owned independent Estate Agent, we pride ourselves on offering an unparalleled service and, as proof of our continued commitment to customer service and professionalism, Balgores subscribe to PropertyMark (NAEA) with a number of our Directors achieving the highest qualification, Level 4. We are also members of the Ombudsman for Estate Agents redress scheme.

Our experienced and friendly sales staff are always on hand to assist you with any enquiries you may have.

If you are interested in any of the services we offer within the Chelmsford area, please get in touch with our team.

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