Old Church Road, East Hanningfield, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3

An impressive, detached four bedroom house in a private village setting. Offered with no onward chain.

Description

Extending to in excess of 3,200 sq ft, Henley Ridge is a detached family house positioned within a plot of about 0.33 acres, accessed via a private driveway serving three properties.

The accommodation is arranged over three floors and is centred around a spacious reception hall. The ground floor includes a study, snug, cloakroom and utility room. Also to the rear of the house is a family lounge with bifold doors leading on to the extensive garden terrace. To the rear of the house is an open-plan kitchen/dining room, also featuring bi-fold doors providing direct access to the garden.

On the first floor, a galleried landing leads to three double bedrooms, including a principal bedroom with an en suite, walk-in shower room, together with a family bathroom. The second floor comprises a substantial bedroom extending to over 26 ft, with fitted wardrobes and a dressing area.

Separate from the main house the property has a detached double garage equipped with power, lighting and heating. A third bay has been converted to a fully functional working office equipped with power, lighting, heating and broadband access - perfect for working from home.

A separate summerhouse equipped with power and heating and garden shed with power.

Services
All mains services connected. Gas-fired central heating.

Local authority
Chelmsford City Council. Council tax band = F (with improvement indicator).

Location

Henley Ridge sits within the village of East Hanningfield, a peaceful rural setting just outside Chelmsford, offering a blend of countryside living with practical access to nearby towns.

East Hanningfield is a welcoming village with a strong community spirit, recently recognised with a Highly Commended award in the Essex Village of the Year competition. The village offers an excellent range of amenities, including a Village Hall, primary school, churches, recreation grounds and play facilities, alongside a variety of community events and volunteer-led initiatives, making it a highly desirable place to enjoy village life.

The area is well served for education, with East Hanningfield Church of England Primary School (last Ofsted rating was 'Good'), and the village preschool close by, while other primary options such as Priory Primary School in Bicknacre and Rettendon Primary School are only a short drive. For schooling options there is Great Baddow High School and a choice of Chelmsford's secondary and grammar schools.

Transport links are also available for a village location, as South Woodham Ferrers railway station provides regular services towards London and other Essex destinations. Local buses run through the village connecting to Chelmsford and surrounding communities, and the road network gives access to the A130 and A12 for commuting by car. Sandon Park & Ride is around 4.6 miles from the property.

Amenities are centred around village life, with nearby convenience store and post office, and larger supermarket, Sainsbury's, within 4 miles, along with two local restaurants within the village. For restaurants there is Vita Bella, The Folly Bistro. There is access to leisure facilities including a local swimming pool and countryside walking routes. More extensive shopping, dining, healthcare and cultural amenities are available in Chelmsford, just over 6 miles away.