Fairstead Hall Road, Fairstead, Chelmsford, CM3

Listed country house in about 2.08 acres, with leisure facilities and outbuildings, located within 3.5 miles of rail services.

Description

Fairstead Hall occupies an attractive location in the heart of the picturesque Essex countryside, in the charming village of Fairstead. This listed, period residence, with soft cream elevations beneath a classic, red-tiled roof, offers a rare blend of timeless elegance, generous family accommodation and exceptional leisure facilities, all set within beautifully landscaped and private grounds.

The ground floor flows beautifully for both formal entertaining and everyday family life, with a reception hall leading to a spacious drawing room, elegant sitting room, formal dining room and a superb kitchen/family room with an abundance of space for informal dining and cooking. Additional highlights include a music/office room, utility areas, shower room and inner hallway connections, all with many period features exemplified by high ceilings, wooden floors and deep sash windows.

A fine staircase rises to the spacious landing, with a secondary staircase on the south wing. The principal bedroom benefits from an en suite bathroom and generous proportions and the second bedroom has an en suite shower room and WC. The four remaining bedrooms are served by two family bathrooms.

A useful cellar adds further storage.

Outside
Approached via a gravel driveway, the property commands an enviable rural outlook, framed by mature trees and rolling farmland, with the striking spire of the adjacent historic church providing a picturesque backdrop. The extensive gardens are a particular highlight, featuring lawns, well-stocked herbaceous borders, established specimen trees and a delightful mix of formal and informal spaces. Of special note are the outdoor swimming pool, perfect for summer entertaining and family enjoyment, a tennis court for year-round recreation and expansive areas of lawn ideal for croquet or children's play area. Adjacent to the tennis court is a 35-year-old wild flower meadow containing over 50 species including both bee and pyramid orchids.

Complementing the main house is a large garage block incorporating a workshop, wood store and additional versatile spaces such as a games room/studio above. This provides excellent ancillary accommodation for hobbies, storage or potential annexe, office/gym use. In addition there is a beautiful octagonal listed dairy/store.

Services
Mains water, electricity, oil-fired central heating.
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. Costs have been obtained.

Local authority
Braintree District Council. Council tax band = H (with improvement indicator).

Location

Hatfield Peverel railway station: 3.5 miles (Liverpool Street about 45 minutes), A12: 4 miles, New Hall School: 6.5 miles, Felsted School: 7.5 miles, Chelmsford city: 8.5 miles. All distances approximate.

Fairstead is a small village in the Braintree district of Essex, comprising three hamlets - Fuller Street, Ranks Green and Church End. The village is characterised by its countryside setting with open fields, woodland, traditional Essex landscapes and a strong sense of community among its residents.

The house is on the site of a Manor recorded in Domesday, and the village has retained its agricultural character ever since. There's a charming historic church (St Mary the Virgin) at its heart and next to Fairstead Hall, contributing to the classic English village feel.

Nearby Hatfield Peverel provides local shops, schools and a rail service. Chelmsford city to the south is the main hub for schools, shopping, and dining. Together, these locations offer a perfect mix: the serene, unspoilt village life of Fairstead, the practical commuter village of Hatfield Peverel and the full amenities and energy of Chelmsford city - all within easy reach.

Square Footage: 4,320 sq ft


Acreage: 2.08 Acres

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