A substantial Victorian country house enjoying some of the finest views in south Essex with about 30 acres.

Description

Rettendon Hall was built around 1900 and is substantially constructed of red brick under a tiled roof. In addition, there is a large coach house and stables, gardens and land of about 30 acres. The house occupies a hilltop position affording some of the finest views in south Essex.

The house offers beautifully proportioned and light-filled accommodation, characteristic of its architectural period, with high ceilings, large sash windows and elegant fireplaces providing an abundance of period charm.

The impressive reception hall, with its magnificent sweeping staircase, gives access to the principal reception rooms. Along the east wing lies the sitting room, positioned to take full advantage of the panoramic views to the front of the house. Interconnecting double doors lead through to the dining room, which overlooks the rear gardens and features an attractive fireplace, creating a wonderful space for entertaining. Adjacent is the kitchen/breakfast room, thoughtfully designed with an extensive range of bespoke units and a central island. Two sets of French doors open directly onto the garden terrace, perfect for outdoor dining and relaxation. To the front, a well-proportioned study enjoys far-reaching views and provides an ideal space for home working. The centrepiece of the house is the magnificent drawing room, extending to approximately 38 feet. This exceptional room offers great versatility and features an elegant oval bay window framing superb views across the grounds and lake.

A striking turning staircase rises to the first floor, where the accommodation is both spacious and versatile. The principal suite overlooks the gardens and includes an en suite dressing room together with ‘his and hers’ bathrooms. There are two further bedrooms on this floor, one with an en suite bathroom, in addition to a family bathroom and a sauna.

The second floor provides five further bedrooms and two bathrooms (one en suite), offering flexible accommodation, ideal for family or guests.

Outside
The house is approached over a 250m upward sloping driveway which passes between an avenue of mature chestnut tress terminating in a brick paved circular turning circle. The views are spectacular from the front with a panoramic vista. A branch drive continues beside the house to a substantial coach house with tall doors providing access to a workshop, machinery store and twin bay tractor barn. There is a mezzanine loft storage and behind the coach house, an under croft for oil tanks and further parking. Attached are two pony stables.

The rear gardens are predominantly laid to lawn, dominated by a mature oak tree and including a garden pavilion. At one end of the garden is a lake with limestone rockery and immediately behind the house, a wraparound block-paved terrace.

At the front there is a downward sloping leisure field/paddock of about 7 acres. Beyond, and separated by a service road, is further land of about 21 acres.

In all about 30 acres.

Services
Mains water and electricity. Oil-fired central heating and private drainage. Please note under current legislation the private drainage system will need replacing with a compliant treatment plant and it will be the responsibility of the incoming purchaser to install this.

Location

Wickford: 3 miles (Liverpool Street from 39 minutes); A127/130: 4 miles; A12: 6 miles; Southend Airport: 10 miles. All distances approximate.

Rettendon is strategically positioned just 7 miles from Chelmsford city and 8 miles from Rayleigh. Rettendon offers rural surroundings yet stands in the commuter belt with access to rail and road links including the A130 dual carriageway and rail stations at Battlesbridge (2.5 miles), Wickford, South Woodham and Chelmsford city.

Nearby Battlesbridge has a selection of artisan shops, antique centre, and the riverside Barge Inn for dining. The surrounding countryside includes many hamlets and villages with local schools, pubs and eateries and miles of bridleways and footpaths. For the sailing enthusiast, Burnham on Crouch is very popular with boat and yacht clubs including the renowned Royal Corinthian.

Square Footage: 8,349 sq ft


Acreage: 30 Acres

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