School Road, Stanford Rivers, Ongar CM5

Forming part of a stylish conversion of original brick-built barns with black weatherboarding and working chimneys, this exceptional home beautifully combines rustic charm with contemporary living. Retaining many original features including exposed beams, brickwork and a stunning vaulted reception area. Also offered with No Onward Chain and the potential to increase living space into the loft.

Set within the sought-after rural location of Stanford Rivers, yet conveniently close to Ongar, Epping, and Brentwood, the home enjoys excellent transport links while maintaining a peaceful countryside feel.

Accommodation is arranged over two levels and includes four well-proportioned bedrooms and two bathrooms, alongside a useful loft area which offers potential to create additional bedroom/guest space (subject to planning). The bespoke fitted kitchen is complemented by a separate utility room and a cloakroom/WC, offering both style and practicality for modern family living.

Step inside into a welcoming entrance hallway providing access to the ground floor bedrooms, bathroom and the beautifully presented living space. The principal reception room showcases a stunning vaulted ceiling and a full-height exposed brick chimney breast with a feature log burner, creating a warm and inviting focal point that enhances the property’s character.

The spacious kitchen/breakfast room is thoughtfully designed for both family living and entertaining, featuring a central island with breakfast bar, built-in appliances including a range cooker, wine fridge, and dishwasher, as well as double doors opening to the courtyard garden, perfect for sunny breakfasts or alfresco dining. A separate utility room adds further convenience.

The ground floor accommodates three of the well-proportioned bedrooms and a family bathroom, while the first floor hosts the principal bedroom suite, complete with an en-suite shower room. In addition, separate wooden steps lead to a useful loft room, offering excellent storage or potential for flexible use. We understand there is potential for Planning Consent with a new staircase and windows in the loft room, creating a sizeable room for additional accommodation.

The property enjoys a private walled courtyard garden, attractively landscaped and featuring patio lighting/heaters and an extendable awning, providing a delightful space for year-round outdoor dining and relaxation. In addition, there is a further open lawned garden area shared by residents, offering extra space to enjoy the tranquil surroundings. The property also benefits from a double garage in a separate block, providing secure parking and additional storage. Offered with no onward chain, this stunning property is offered with a Freehold possession and benefitting from a fully maintained shared private drainage system and maintained driveway and grounds between three properties (covered by an affordable annual management fee of approx. £550 per property).

Being ideally located just 4 miles from Ongar High Street, 6 miles from Epping with Central Line services and approximately 9 miles from Brentwood (Elizabeth Line), the property also benefits from excellent road connections via the A12 (M25) and A414 (M11), making it perfect for commuters and families alike. It is just a short distance from the popular shops and restaurants of Ongar, including the renowned Smiths restaurant. The area is also well served by excellent local schooling, including Ongar Primary and the highly regarded Brentwood School, making it an ideal choice for families.