Detached house for sale in Ongar CM5, 5 Bedroom

Guide Price £950,000 - £975,000. A truly unique detached Grade II home which has been sympathetically extended to create spacious accommodation with many fine attributes including vaulted ceilings, exposed timbers and stylish interior. In addition there is a substantial detached annexe, formal gardens and heated outdoor swimming pool.

Overview & Location

Situated behind wrought iron electronically operated security gates is this stunning detached residence with the addition of a substantial detached annexe with potential for many uses. The location enjoys delightful views from the formal garden of picturesque countryside combined with convenient access to the vibrant town and within 7.2 miles of Epping station with links into central London. In addition the property is well placed for a selection of highly regarded schools and road links. Set on an overall plot approaching 0.25 of an acre (subject to land search) which includes formal garden with various terraces ideal for entertaining, private driveway providing ample parking and the focal point of the garden there is an attractive outdoor heated swimming pool. A truly unique and outstanding home with viewing highly recommended.

Main Accommodation

Entrance via ornate solid wooden door to kitchen.

Kitchen (17' 11" x 11' 11")

Two ornate leaded light windows to front and rear elevation. Extensive exposed timbers. Extensive range of fitted units with contrasting granite work surfaces and splash backs. Central island with solid wooden work surface with units below and recess for stools. Inset one bowl Butler sink with mixer tap. Provision for free standing Range Master cooker and American style fridge/freezer. Integrated unbranded appliances include washing machine, dishwasher ad fridge/freezer. Exposed floor to ceiling feature fireplace with recess housing Range Master wine cooler and wine rack. Open plan to lounge/dining room.

Lounge/Dining Room (29' 0" x 18' 2")

Maximum. Double glazed ornate leaded light windows to front elevation with machine leaded light window to rear elevation. Turning staircase ascending to first floor. Floor to ceiling decorative brick built fireplace with recess. Extensive exposed timbers. Three radiators. Solid wood floor. Leaded light glazed door and window to inner hallway.

Inner Hallway (15' 1" x 7' 10")

This room has various uses and is currently being used as a cot room. Comprises large picture windows to front elevation with attractive views over garden. Further leaded light window to rear elevation. Extensive exposed timbers with contrasting decorative wood panelled walls. Radiator. Solid wood floor. Large solid wood door to principal bedroom.

Principal Bedroom (15' 5" x 15' 1")

This stunning bedroom has a feature high vaulted ceiling with exposed timbers with contrasting exposed timbers to walls. Leaded light window to side elevation. Double glazed bi-fold doors to front terrace. Radiator. Tiled floor.

First Floor Landing

Part vaulted ceiling with exposed timbers. Skylight window to front elevation. Radiator. Solid wood floor. Doors to following accommodation.

Bedroom Two (18' 2" x 15' 1")

Feature high vaulted ceiling with exposed timbers. Three skylight windows, two to front elevation and one to rear elevation. Exposed floor to ceiling brick work. Wall mounted facility for tv's. Two radiators. Door to ensuite shower room.

Ensuite Shower Room

Part vaulted ceiling with exposed timbers. Skylight window to rear elevation. Exposed floor to ceiling brick work with contrasting tiled walls and contrasting tiled floor. Suite comprises of walk-in independent shower cubicle with chrome fitments, vanity wash hand basin and low level wc. Wall mounted extractor fan. Radiator.

Bedroom Three (12' 10" x 11' 3")

Vaulted ceiling with exposed timbers. Skylight windows to dual elevation. Radiator.

Family Bathroom

Part vaulted feature ceiling with exposed timbers. Matching timbers to walls. Skylight window to rear elevation. Suite comprises of free standing bath with chrome fitments, vanity wash hand basin with storage unit below and low level wc. Wall mounted extractor fan. Ornate radiator with combined chrome towel rail. Tiled floor.

Agents Note

Please note due to the design and nature of the first floor, all rooms have some restricted head height.

Detached Annexe/Leisure Room

This annexe is a spacious outbuilding ideal for various uses and is one of a pair attached to the neighbouring property.

Annexe Main Accommodation

Entrance via full length glazed door to living/dining room.

Living/Dining Room (24' 11" x 16' 5")

Full length windows and two sets of glazed door to front elevation. Impressive vaulted ceiling with exposed timbers. Staircase ascending to mezzanine first floor. Polished wood floor. Doors to following accommodation.

Mezzanine Floor

This well proportioned mezzanine floor has various uses which include further bedroom space, home office or studio.

Shower Room

Exposed timbers. Tiling to walls with contrasting tiled floor. Suite comprises of walk-in independent shower cubicle, pedestal wash hand basin and low level wc. Wall mounted central heating boiler and extractor fan.

Annexe Kitchen (16' 2" x 9' 8")

Windows to front elevation. Exposed timbers. Fitted with a contemporary style units with contrasting work surfaces, central island with fitted units, inset one bowl stainless steel sink unit with recess for stools. Integrated appliances include Bosch five ring hob with unbranded contemporary style extractor above and Smeg oven. Further integrated Candy dishwasher. Provision for washing machine. Radiator. High gloss tiled floor. Door to bedroom.

Bedroom (16' 1" x 9' 6")

Windows to front elevation. Exposed timbers. Feature half exposed brickwork. Radiator.

Exterior

The property is approached via a set of impressive ornate electronically operated security gates providing access to a shared driveway to the left which leads to the detached annexe and neighbouring property. A five bar gate provides access to a private shingled driveway providing parking to the front of the main dwelling. A feature of this fine and unique property is the delightful gardens which is set on an overall plot extending to some 0.25 of an acre subject to land search and please note that part of the garden is rented on a peppercorn rent for £250 pa. The garden enjoys delightful views of surrounding Essex countryside/farmland and comprises of large lawn with established and mature hedging with the focal point being a large tiled heated pool with paved terrace with recess mood lighting. To the rear of the garden there are two detached timber built garden sheds. In addition to the front there is a raised paved terrace with exposed brick and timber porch (truncated)

Front Elevation

The impressive entrance comprises of a paved cobblestone entrance with exposed and curved ornate walls leading to impressive wrought iron electronically operated security gates which provide access to the main dwelling and detached annexe.