Woodlands Road, Hockley, Essex, SS5 4PY
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- PROPERTY TYPE
Detached
- BEDROOMS
4
- BATHROOMS
2
- SIZE
2,704 sq ft
251 sq m
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Freehold
Key features
- Detached 1920s home blending late-Victorian inspired design with character and charm
- Generous, versatile living space with beautifully proportioned reception rooms
- Spacious living room and sitting room filled with natural light, perfect for relaxing or entertaining
- Kitchen, dining and family area with feature island, roof windows, French doors to garden, and open-plan flow
- Utility and laundry rooms plus side porch and conservatory for practical living
- Four bedrooms with main bedroom featuring a raised garden-view sitting area
- Two elegant bathroom suites with freestanding Victorian roll-top baths and classic period features
- Rear garden retreat with sun terrace, steps to sun patio, built-in swimming pool, lawned areas, and mature planting
- Peaceful setting backing onto Hockley Woods
- 360' virtual tour available!
Description
This impressive detached home, originally built in the 1920s, effortlessly blends the elegance of late Victorian inspired design with generous, versatile living space. Rich in character and charm, the property showcases a timeless interior style with carefully preserved features that create a warm and distinguished family home. Upon entering the property, the sense of character and sophistication is immediately apparent. The welcoming entrance hallway sets the tone for the rest of the home, leading to beautifully proportioned reception rooms. To the front of the property, a spacious living room and an additional sitting room provide elegant spaces for relaxing and entertaining, both tastefully decorated and filled with natural light. The heart of the home lies in the kitchen and dining area, designed to offer both practicality and sociable family living. The kitchen provides access into a larger dining room, which in turn opens through an attractive archway into a further family room. This layout creates a wonderful open yet defined space ideal for entertaining, with direct access to the rear garden. From the kitchen there is access to a range of practical spaces including a utility room, laundry room and side porch. The utility room leads through to a light-filled conservatory, offering tranquil views across the garden and creating a perfect space to relax throughout the seasons. The ground floor is completed by a convenient WC and ample storage. Upstairs, the property continues to impress with a beautiful galleried landing, enhancing the sense of space and architectural character. There are four well-proportioned bedrooms, with the principal bedroom featuring a charming raised seating area overlooking the garden, providing a peaceful retreat within the home. Two elegant bathroom suites serve the upper floor, both finished with classic Victorian roll-top baths, reinforcing the home’s timeless style and period influence. Externally, the property enjoys a substantial rear garden, thoughtfully arranged with a sun terrace patio, swimming pool and a large lawned area, perfect for outdoor entertaining and family life. The beautifully maintained front garden provides generous parking, a manicured lawn and access to the garage. Overall, this exceptional home offers a rare combination of period elegance, generous living accommodation and impressive outdoor space, making it an ideal residence for those seeking both character and comfort.
Enjoying a peaceful setting backing onto Hockley Woods, the property is also conveniently located close to Hockley High Street and Hockley Train Station, with direct links to London Liverpool Street in under an hour. Take a look at our 360' virtual tour and book your viewing to view this beautiful property.
Entrance Porch /
7'0 x 4'0
Double glazed windows to side and front aspect, tiled flooring, doors leading to:
Entrance Hall /
14'7 x 6'4 plus 5'11 x 4'0
Plastered and coved ceiling, fitted carpet, staircase to first floor living accommodation with fitted carpet and wood balustrade, radiator, understairs storage cupboard, open access to:
Living Room /
13'9 x 13'9
Double glazed window to front aspect, plastered and coved ceiling, fitted carpet, feature fireplace, radiator, power points.
Sitting Room /
12'10 x 5'11 plus 12'10 x 11'10
Double glazed window to front and side aspect, double glazed bay window to side aspect, plastered and coved ceiling, fitted carpet, radiator, power points.
Kitchen, Diner & Living Area /
21'4 x 17'8
Fitted at both eye and base level in a range of grey units with working surface over, space for range style cooker, ceramic butler sink, feature 'island' with ample storage cupboard, double glazed window to rear aspect and double glazed French doors to rear garden, three double glazed roof windows, plastered and coved ceiling, tiled flooring, space for dining table, feature fireplace, radiator, power points, door to dining room, utility room and side porch.
Side Porch /
7'10 x 3'7
Double glazed window to side aspect and double glazed door providing side access, plastered ceiling, tiled flooring and tiled walls.
Utility Room /
11'1 x 4'7
Fitted at eye and base level in a range of white units with working surface over, space for fridge/freezer, ceramic butler sink with mixer tap, plastered ceiling, tiled flooring, radiator, power points, door to conservatory and door to laundry room:
Laundry Room /
15'5 x 4'6
Fitted at eye and base level in a range of white units with working surface over, space for washing machine and tumble dryer, double glazed roof window and double glazed window to rear aspect, plastered ceiling with integrated spotlights, tiled flooring, power points.
Conservatory /
13'5 x 8'11
Double glazed windows to rear and side aspect, double glazed French doors to rear garden, tiled flooring.
Dining Room /
15'10 x 11'8
Double glazed windows to rear aspect and double glazed French doors to rear aspect, plastered ceiling, fitted carpet, built in cupboards, radiator, power points, open archway to:
Family Room /
15'2 x 11'7
Plastered ceiling, fitted carpet, built in cupboards, feature fireplace, access to entrance hall, power points.
Ground Floor Cloakroom /
5'9 x 2'9
Two piece suite comprising of low level w/c, wall mounted sink with separate taps, plastered ceiling, tiled flooring, extractor fan, door to understairs storage.
Galleried Landing /
18'9 x 6'6 plus 8'5 x 5'0
Double glazed windows to front aspect, plastered and coved ceiling, fitted carpet, two loft accesses, wood balustrade, built in wardrobes, radiator, power points, doors leading off:
Bedroom One /
14'11 x 11'5
Plastered and coved ceiling, fitted carpet, built in wardrobes, feature fireplace, power points, step up to garden view sitting area:
Garden View Sitting Area /
12'11 x 9'0
Double glazed windows to rear and side aspect, fitted carpet, radiator, power points.
Bedroom Two /
14'1 x 12'4
Double glazed window to front aspect, plastered and coved ceiling, fitted carpet, feature fireplace, radiator, power points.
Bedroom Three /
11'11 x 10'10
Double glazed window to front aspect, plastered and coved ceiling, fitted carpet, built in wardrobes, radiator, power points.
Bedroom Four /
8'4 x 7'10
Double glazed windows to side aspect, plastered and coved ceiling, fitted carpet, built in mirrored wardrobes, radiator, power points.
Bathroom Suite One /
13'3 x 9'6
Four piece suite comprising of pedestal hand wash basin with separate taps, freestanding Victorian roll top bath, shower cubicle with fitted shower unit, high level w/c, double glazed windows to rear aspect, plastered and coved ceiling, tiled flooring and part tiled walls, chrome heated towel rail.
Second Bathroom /
10'5 x 8'10
Three piece suite comprising of freestanding Victorian roll top bath, pedestal hand wash basin with separate taps, low level w/c, double glazed window to rear aspect, plastered and coved ceiling, tiled flooring, feature fireplace, storage cupboard, radiator, extractor fan.
Substantial Rear Garden /
Sun terrace directly to the rear of the property with iron railings. Steps descend to a further sun patio with a built-in swimming pool. An attractive archway leads to a lawned area, providing access to the garage on one side and extending to a large rear garden with mature planting, secure fenced boundaries and shed.
Front Garden /
Gated front garden with paved driveway providing parking for vehicle, lawned areas and patio leading to front entrance, access to garage.
EPC Rating /
Current: Pending
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- Band: G
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Garage
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Rear garden
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Monthly repayments£6,385
Property: £ 1,400,000
Deposit: £ 140,000
Interest rate: 4.5%
Term: 30 years
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