Fryerning Lane, Ingatestone, Essex, CM4

A three bedroom detached period home located in the centre of Ingatestone.

Description

A charming period home, with a courtyard garden and off-street parking. Located next to Ingatestone High Street and all the amenities it offers.

This detached period property occupies a central position within Ingatestone village, combining period character with thoughtfully updated accommodation.

The property is entered via an enclosed porch, leading into a sitting room featuring engineered timber flooring. Stairs rise to the first floor, while a doorway leads through to the kitchen/breakfast room, which incorporates exposed original beams, a range of fitted cabinetry and predominantly integrated appliances. Additional features include a breakfast bar, boiling water tap, pantry/large storage cupboard, space for a freestanding fridge/freezer and a ground floor cloakroom. A door from the kitchen provides access to an enclosed courtyard with a gated side entrance. The dining room is positioned to the rear of the property and enjoys views over the garden. The room features a bioethanol fire and provides space for formal dining and entertaining.

The first floor comprises three double bedrooms, including a principal bedroom with an en suite shower room. The remaining bedrooms are served by a family bathroom fitted with a three-piece suite.

Externally the garden offers mature shrubs, a corner seating area and gated parking.

Services
Mains services connected.

Location

The property is situated in the heart of Ingatestone, just off the High Street, offering an excellent selection of independent retailers and everyday conveniences. Shopping facilities include Budgens supermarket, cafés, bakeries, delicatessens, pharmacies, a post office, butchers and a variety of independent boutiques, providing for day-to-day needs.

The area is particularly well served by schools. Primary education is available at Ingatestone Infant School, approximately 0.3 miles away, and Ingatestone & Fryerning Church of England Junior School, around 0.4 miles away. Secondary education is provided by Anglo European School, approximately 0.1 miles from the property, which has a strong academic reputation and offers the International Baccalaureate alongside GCSE and A-Level pathways. Independent schools in the wider area include Brentwood School (approximately 7 miles), New Hall School (approximately 10 miles) and Felsted School (approximately 16 miles).

Transport links are excellent for both commuters and leisure travel. Ingatestone railway station is approximately 0.3 miles away and provides regular direct services to London Liverpool Street in around 30 minutes, together with connections towards Chelmsford, Colchester and Norwich. Local bus services operate from the High Street, serving neighbouring villages, Chelmsford, Brentwood and Shenfield. Road connections are convenient via the nearby A12, providing access to the M25, central London and the wider motorway network.


The surrounding area also offers an abundance of leisure opportunities, including the historic village green, local cricket club, tennis club and numerous public footpaths across the Essex countryside. The nearby Thorndon Country Park, approximately 4.5 miles away, provides extensive woodland walks and cycling routes, while Hylands Estate is around 8 miles away and offers parkland, formal gardens and a programme of seasonal events.

Square Footage: 1,139 sq ft



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