Chignal Smealey, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1

A Grade II listed family home, with self-contained annexe and outbuildings in about 1.35 acres. Offered with no onward chain.

Description

Located within the village of Chignal Smealey, approximately 5 miles north-west of Chelmsford city, this is an important family home with a separate apartment/annexe and outbuildings in about 1.35 acres.

The property is arranged over ground and first floors, with an integral garage, separate first floor annexe, and a range of outbuildings including a snooker and games room, stores, shed and greenhouse.

The ground floor provides a number of reception rooms arranged off an entrance hall. The main reception room provides a double aspect with access out to the rear south-facing patio and a large working fireplace. The dining room is located centrally and connects conveniently to the adjacent kitchen/breakfast room. The kitchen/breakfast room is fully fitted to include an AGA and boasts views to the front and rear. Also accessed via a smaller hall is a WC and sitting room, which has access to both the rear garden via double French doors and the integral garage and adjoining utility room.

The first floor of the main house is arranged from a central landing providing access to four bedrooms. The principal bedroom is served by an en suite bathroom, with a separate dressing room. A family bathroom and separate WC serve the remaining bedrooms.

The first floor annexe (approx. 670sq ft) benefits from a separate access and comprises a sitting room, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom. The layout provides separation from the main house accommodation while remaining within the same overall structure.

Outside
The property is accessed via an ‘in and out’ driveway providing off-street parking for several vehicles and access into the double garage. To the rear the private gardens are mainly laid to lawn with a large vegetable garden, established boundary hedges and far-reaching views. There are two al fresco dining areas and a variety of outbuildings. Of particular note is a detached snooker and games room with an extensive loft room above. Other outbuildings include a shed with adjoining stores and greenhouse.

Services
Mains electricity and water. Private drainage (septic tank). Please note under current legislation the private drainage system may need replacing with a compliant treatment plant and, if so, it will be the responsibility of the incoming purchaser to install this.

Local authority
Chelmsford City Council. Council tax: (house = G, annexe = B).

Location

Chignal Smealey lies to the north-west of Chelmsford, within a rural setting that provides access to both countryside surroundings and the city centre. The area benefits from a range of everyday amenities, including supermarkets such as Morrisons (approximately 3 miles) and larger retail facilities including Tesco Superstore and Sainsburys Chelmsford superstore, both within 5 miles, offering a broad selection of shopping and services.

For education, there are a number of primary and secondary schools within the wider Chelmsford area. Nearby options include Lawford Mead Primary and Nursery School (approximately 3 miles), while the city is also known for grammar schools such as King Edward VI Grammar School and Chelmsford County High School for Girls, both within approximately 4-5 miles. In addition, The Beaulieu Park School, an all-through school to the north-east of the city, and New Hall independent school are within 7-8 miles. Many of these schools are rated “Good” or “Outstanding” by Ofsted, contributing to the area’s strong educational provision.

Transport links are convenient, with Chelmsford railway station located approximately 5 miles to the south-east and the new Beaulieu Park station with extensive parking approximately 8-9 miles away, both providing direct services to London Liverpool Street in around 35-40 minutes, making it suitable for commuting. Road connections are also favourable, with access to the A1060 and A414 linking to the M11 and wider Essex road network.

Square Footage: 3,430 sq ft


Acreage: 1.34 Acres

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