Gunnery House, 2 Chapel Road, Shoeburyness, Essex, SS3

Overview;

Set within the prestigious Gunnery House, one of Shoebury Garrison's most iconic Grade II Listed buildings, this exceptional TWO DOUBLE BEDROOM Garden Apartment offers a remarkable blend of historic grandeur, architectural elegance and contemporary comfort. Occupying a delightful lower ground floor position to the rear of the building, the property enjoys direct access via the beautifully maintained communal gardens to its own private Courtyard Garden with external storage shed. Internally, the apartment displays an abundance of original character, none more impressive than the magnificent domed Dining Room, complemented by an elegant Sitting Room with stove, a beautifully appointed Kitchen with separate Utility Room and two exceptionally spacious Double Bedroom Suites, each benefiting from fitted wardrobes and luxurious En-Suite facilities. Perfectly positioned in the heart of the historic Garrison, Gunnery House sits just beyond the iconic Horseshoe Parade Ground and (truncated)

Entrance via

Stone steps descend from the beautifully maintained communal gardens to the property's delightful private Courtyard Garden. Brick-built external storage shed fitted with lighting. Traditional-style hardwood panelled entrance door inset with a pair of obscure glazed inserts leading to;

Impressive Reception Hallway

28' 6" x 7' 7" (8.69m x 2.3m)

Feature multi-pane original sash window to the front aspect inset with made-to-measure fitted blinds. Attractive feature period-style floor tiling extending throughout this impressive and exceptionally spacious Reception Hall. Traditional-style column radiator. Generous built-in storage cupboard fitted with shelving. Original-style panelled doors provide access to the Kitchen, Sitting Room and both Double Bedrooms, together with a further panelled door leading to the Guest Cloakroom/WC. Feature high-level cornice to the smooth plastered ceiling inset with recessed lighting.

Guest Cloakroom / WC:

8' 2" x 2' 11" (2.5m x 0.9m)

Modern white suite comprising suspended wash hand basin with mixer tap and vanity cupboard beneath together with a dual flush low level W.C. Attractive tiled splashbacks complemented by striking feature wallpaper. Radiator. Cornice to the smooth plastered ceiling.

Formal Sitting Room

20' 11" x 14' 0" (6.38m x 4.27m)

Pair of impressive arched multi-pane original sash windows to the front aspect, creating a striking architectural focal point within this elegant reception room. Two radiators. Magnificent feature fireplace with painted period-style surround and mantel, inset with a dual-fuel burner upon a polished black granite hearth with striking glazed tiled backplate. Bespoke fitted display shelving and built-in storage cupboard. Feature high-level cornice to the smooth plastered ceiling inset with decorative ceiling rose. Step leading down to;

Vaulted Dining Room

14' 5" x 13' 1" (4.4m x 4m)

A truly spectacular Dining Room, dominated by a series of intersecting exposed brick vaulted arches, creating an extraordinary architectural focal point and beautifully celebrating the building's historic military heritage. High quality wood effect laminate flooring. Traditional-style upright column radiator. Positioned between the Sitting Room and Kitchen, the space provides a wonderful setting for both formal dining and entertaining. Feature high-level cornice to the smooth plastered ceiling inset with contemporary track lighting.

Kitchen

14' 10" x 14' 5" (4.52m x 4.4m)

Pair of elegant arched multi-pane original sash windows, complementing the wealth of character found throughout this exceptional home. The Kitchen is beautifully fitted with an extensive range of quality Shaker-style eye and base level cabinetry with Quartz working surfaces incorporating a one-and-a-half bowl inset sink unit with mixer tap. Built-in 'Stoves' double electric oven with four-ring gas hob and glass splashback with contemporary 'Hotpoint' extractor canopy over. Integrated upright fridge/freezer and dishwasher. Attractive patterned tiled splashbacks. Under-cupboard lighting. Traditional-style column radiator. Tiled flooring. Feature high-level cornice to the smooth plastered ceiling inset with recessed lighting. Original panelled door to generous walk-in Utility/Storage cupboard. Open access through to the spectacular Vaulted Dining Room.

Utility Room

5' 10" x 5' 6" (1.78m x 1.68m)

Well-appointed Utility Room fitted with a range of Shaker-style eye and base level storage cupboards with complementary working surfaces incorporating an undercounter recess and plumbing for washing machine. Attractive tiled splashbacks. Wall-mounted 'Worcester' gas fired boiler (the seller has advised Hunt Roche that this was installed in December 2024). Feature high-level cornice to the smooth plastered ceiling inset with recessed lighting.

Main Bedroom Suite

4.14m (max) x 4.22m (max) - Pair of impressive arched multi-pane original sash windows. Two radiators. Comprehensive range of floor-to-ceiling mirrored sliding wardrobes extending to two walls, providing superb fitted hanging and storage space. Attractive feature wall. Feature high-level cornice to the smooth plastered ceiling with central ceiling light. Original style panelled door to;

Ensuite Shower Room

6' 10" x 5' 6" (2.08m x 1.68m)

The modern three-piece suite comprises a fully tiled shower enclosure fitted with an independent multi-function body jet shower, pedestal wash hand basin with mixer tap and dual flush low level W.C. Mirror-fronted wall cabinet with integrated pelmet lighting. Partially tiled walls with decorative border inlay. Chrome ladder-style heated towel rail. Tiled flooring. Feature high-level smooth plastered ceiling inset with recessed lighting.

Guest Bedroom suite

4.37m (max) x 4.14m (max) - Pair of impressive arched multi-pane original sash windows. Two radiators. Extensive floor-to-ceiling mirrored sliding wardrobes with an open bookcase recess to one end, providing excellent storage. Feature high-level smooth plastered corniced ceiling with decorative ceiling moulding. Original panelled door to;

Ensuite Bathroom

2.08m (max) x 1.68m - The contemporary white three-piece suite comprises pedestal wash hand basin with mixer tap, dual flush WC and panelled enclosed bath fitted with a thermostatic mixer shower incorporating a fixed drencher-style shower head together with a separate handheld shower attachment and glazed shower screen. Wall-mounted mirrored cabinet with integrated pelmet lighting. Predominantly tiled walls with decorative border tile. Chrome ladder-style heated towel rail. Feature high-level smooth plastered ceiling inset with recessed lighting.

Exterior:

The property forms part of this prestigious Grade II listed development, set within beautifully maintained communal grounds with extensive lawned gardens, mature trees and established planting, all enjoying an enviable position just moments from the seafront.

Parking

The property is offered with the significant advantage of TWO allocated parking spaces.

Agents Notes

Maintenance Charge: Approximately £130 per calendar month, covering buildings insurance, maintenance of the communal gardens and window cleaning - payable to the 'in-house' management company. Ground Rent - Peppercorn; £10 per annum Estate Service Charge: Approximately £250 per annum, contributing towards the upkeep and maintenance of the communal grounds throughout Shoebury Garrison. Please note: All figures are provided for guidance purposes only and should be verified by your solicitor or conveyancer during the course of the transaction.

Council Tax Band - Band D

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