3 bed detached house for sale

Mess Road, Shoeburyness, Southend-On-Sea SS3

Occupying an exceptional seafront setting within the historic Shoebury Garrison, this magnificent Grade II listed residence offers a rare combination of architectural significance, generous proportions, and truly breath-taking coastal views.

The accommodation is both expansive and refined, featuring three substantial bedrooms, each with en-suite facilities, including an impressive principal suite complete with walk-in wardrobe and luxurious en-suite bathroom. The home is designed for both family living and entertaining, with three elegant reception rooms complemented by a high-specification contemporary kitchen.

Original period details and impressive ceiling heights are beautifully balanced with modern finishes, while practical additions such as the striking glass-enclosed entrance porch and boot room/utility space enhance everyday functionality.

With uninterrupted sea views, a prestigious position, and a sense of space, privacy, and tranquillity rarely found along the seafront, this is a truly outstanding home of distinction.

Property Overview

Set directly on the historic Shoebury Garrison seafront, this exceptional Grade II listed former Officer’s Mess occupies one of the most striking and uninterrupted coastal positions along the Essex coastline. Originally forming part of one of the country’s most significant military establishments, the building was conceived as the formal residence and social hub for senior officers-an origin clearly reflected in its generous proportions, elegant symmetry, and commanding position overlooking the Thames Estuary.

The property has been meticulously enhanced by the current owners to create a refined contemporary living environment while remaining faithful to its historic character. Throughout the house, tall ceilings, beautifully proportioned rooms, and large sash windows combine to create a strong sense of light, space, and architectural presence. The sash windows are of timber construction, bespoke manufactured by Mumford & Wood to precisely replicate the appearance of the (truncated)

Frontage

Electric sliding gates open onto a private block-paved courtyard and driveway, providing secure off-street parking within the grounds. The courtyard offers ancillary storage with the two brick-built storage buildings, each accessed via timber entrance doors and benefitting from power and lighting. Both outbuildings are further enhanced by obscure double glazed windows, allowing natural light while maintaining privacy. These versatile spaces are ideal for use as workshops, secure storage, hobby rooms, or for housing outdoor and water sports equipment, perfectly suited to the coastal setting. External lighting and power sockets.

In addition, access through to the rear garden leads to two further low-level powered storage cupboards and a dedicated bicycle locker, ensuring practical and well-organised storage throughout. The courtyard layout combines excellent functionality with a high degree of privacy, complementing the architectural presence and historic character of the main house.

Glazed Entrance Atrium (4.34m x 2.18m (14' 3" x 7' 2"))

A striking aluminium-framed glazed entrance structure with full-height double glazed window panes with feature double glazed glass roof, creating a bright and spacious arrival point. Feature 'Amtico' wood effect flooring with underfloor heating, . Pair of period-style painted timber panelled doors providing access to The Grand Reception Hallway and;

Service Vestibule / Utility & Boot Room (4.8m x 1.6m (15' 9" x 5' 3"))

A well-appointed boot room providing practical storage for coats and footwear measuring 5'8 x 5'3. Open access through to a utility area (9'4 x 5'8) fitted with wall and base units with worksurface space with with matching upstands inset with stainless steel single drainer sink unit with mixer tap over. Under counter recess for washing machine and tumble dryer. Sash style double glazed window overlooks the glazed entrance vestibule. Wall-mounted 'Baxi' gas boiler and 'Amtico' wood effect flooring with underfloor heating. Smooth plastered ceiling inset with recessed lighting.

Grand Reception Hall (9.83m x 4.04m (32' 3" x 13' 3"))

An impressive and welcoming entrance hall boasts a beautifully crafted sweeping staircase with ornate balustrade rising to the first floor. The space is further enhanced by double height side-aspect double glazed sash window. Panelled door to understairs storage cupboard inset with shelving housing utility meters. Finished with 'Amtico' wood effect flooring incorporating underfloor heating, this is a striking and elegant introduction to the home. The hall extends to a walkway area with attractive part glazed door to the Kitchen and further door to the Ground Floor Guest WC. Just beyond is 'snug area' with high level sash style window to side aspect with made to measure fitted unit with storage cupboards and shelving over to one aspect. Pair of multi pane glazed doors opening to the Formal Sitting Room. Traditional plaster cornices with stepped and moulded detailing inset with recessed lighting.

Ground Floor Guest Cloakroom/WC (2.77m x 1.12m (9' 1" x 3' 8"))

Featuring a pair of double-height obscure douv;e glazed sash windows to the side aspect, the 'Villeroy & Boch' fitted cloakroom comprises a concealed cistern dual-flush WC incorporating a 'Roca' In-Wash bidet and a contemporary vanity wash hand basin with mixer tap and integrated storage cupboards beneath. Further benefits include high-quality tiling to dado height and ‘Amtico’ wood effect flooring with underfloor heating. Finished with traditional plaster cornices with stepped and moulded detailing, inset with recessed lighting.

Front Drawing Room (5.33m x 3.6m (17' 6" x 11' 10"))

Featuring two large front-aspect double glazed sash windows overlooking the courtyard and the open green of Gunners Park, this versatile Reception Room enjoys excellent natural light throughout. The room is centred around a polished marble fireplace with a manufactured stone surround and elegant detailing, creating a refined focal point, inset with cast iron wood burning stove. Bespoke fitted storage and shelving are neatly set within the alcoves. The space is finished with 'Amtico' wood-effect flooring incorporating underfloor heating, along with traditional style plaster cornices featuring stepped and moulded detailing, inset with recessed lighting and an additional central pendant.

Kitchen/Breakfast Room (5.72m x 5.36m (18' 9" x 17' 7"))

Featuring two large side-aspect double glazed sash windows, the high-specification Kitchen is fitted with is beautifully appointed with a comprehensive range of wall and base units with drawers, complemented by Quartz worktops and matching upstands. These incorporate a pair of stainless steel sink units with grooved drainer, a rinse-style mixer tap, and a secondary instant boiling/chilled water tap.

High-specification integrated appliances include a pair of eye-level ‘Miele’ electric ovens, a separate ‘Miele’ integrated microwave, twin integrated refrigerators, an integrated freezer, and a dishwasher. A substantial central island forms the focal point of the room, incorporating a ‘Miele’ induction hob beneath a statement overhead extractor with air filter, along with undercounter pan drawers, a full-size undercounter wine cooler, and a feature solid timber end panel providing warmth and contrast to the contemporary cabinetry. Pop-up power socket incorporating usb charging (truncated)

Dining Room (5.82m x 4.3m (19' 1" x 14' 1"))

Featuring two large south facing double glazed sash windows overlooking the garden and enjoying glorious sea views, this impressive space is centred around a contemporary two-sided, see-through gas fireplace, set within a black granite surround and forming a striking architectural focal point between the adjoining rooms. The fireplace offers a real flame and is remote controlled.

The room further benefits from two wide openings on either side of the central chimney breast leading through to the formal Living Room, enhancing flow and flexibility for both everyday living and entertaining. The space is finished with ‘Amtico’ wood effect flooring with underfloor heating, along with traditional style plaster cornices featuring stepped and moulded detailing, inset with recessed lighting, an additional central pendant, and integrated ceiling speakers.

Agent Note:

The sellers have advised that power points and a TV aerial point are located behind the wall-mounted artwork on the chimney breast in both the Dining Room and Living Room.

Formal Living Room (5.77m x 3.68m (18' 11" x 12' 1"))

Featuring a pair of 'almost full height' south facing double glazed doors, opening onto the garden and enjoying glorious sea views, this impressive living space is anchored by a dual-aspect gas fire set within a sleek black granite surround, providing a dramatic focal point between rooms. The room is finished with 'Amtico' flooring incorporating underfloor heating. Traditional plaster cornicing with stepped and moulded detailing, incorporating recessed lighting, a central pendant fitting, and integrated ceiling speakers.

Grand Part Galleried Dual Aspect Landing (9.78m x 5.1m (32' 1" x 16' 9"))

A spacious First Floor Landing featuring a pair of double glazed sash windows to the front aspect with additional double glazed sash window to side aspect. The landing incorporates a balustrade overlooking the staircase and a panelled door to 'walk-in' airing cupboard with a side-aspect double glazed sash window, radiator and 'stella-flow' hot water cylinder.

The landing area space extends towards the rear, where a set of three 'near full-height' double glazed windows to the side aspect enjoy sea views towards the west. Radiator. The landing offers access to all first-floor Bedrooms. Traditional plaster cornicing with stepped and moulded detailing, incorporating recessed lighting.

Principal Bedroom Suite

Suite Lobby Area (2.5m x 1.73m (8' 2" x 5' 8"))

The Private Suite Entrance Lobby provides panelled doors leading to the Walk-In Wardrobe and En-Suite Bathroom, with open access through to the Bedroom. High-level ornate plaster cornice with stepped and moulded detailing, incorporating recessed downlighting with access to the loft.

Agents Note; A Greenwood heat recovery and ventilation system, is located within the loft space.

Principal Bedroom (5.82m x 4.32m (19' 1" x 14' 2"))

Featuring two large South facing double glazed sash windows overlooking the garden and enjoying glorious, uninterrupted sea views, this impressive bedroom is enhanced by a refined marble fireplace set within a traditional timber surround with ornate detailing, creating a distinguished focal point. Additional features include a radiator and traditional plaster cornicing with stepped and moulded detailing, incorporating a central pendant fitting.

Walk-In Wardrobe (2.24m x 1.75m (7' 4" x 5' 9"))

The space is fitted with hanging rails and shelving, and incorporates a radiator. High-level ornate plaster cornice with stepped and moulded detailing inset with recessed lighting.

Hotel Inspired En-Suite Bathroom (3.66m x 3.43m (12' 0" x 11' 3"))

A pair of large side-aspect obscure double glazed sash windows provide excellent natural light while maintaining privacy. The bathroom is fitted with a truly impressive and luxurious five-piece suite, comprising a striking double-ended freestanding bath with floor-mounted mixer tap and shower attachment, a fully enclosed double width shower with thermostatic controls and overhead rainfall shower with additional handheld attachment, a concealed-cistern dual flush WC incorporating a Roca In-Wash bidet and a pair of 'Villeroy & Boch' wash hand basins set within bespoke vanity units providing storage beneath.
The room is further enhanced by high specification wall tiling to dado height with coordinated splashbacks, fully tiled flooring incorporating electric underfloor heating, and a contemporary heated towel rail. Shaver point. The space is finished with a high-level ornate plaster cornice with stepped and moulded detailing, incorporating recessed downlighting.

Bedroom Suite Two (5.9m x 3.7m (19' 4" x 12' 2"))

An entrance Dressing Area provides built-in sliding-door double wardrobes, with a door leading to the En-Suite Shower Room and an open aspect through to the main Bedroom area.

Bedroom Area

3.84m (inc 4.32m (max)) x 3.7m - Two large south-facing double glazed sash windows overlook the garden and enjoy glorious, uninterrupted sea views. Additional features include a radiator and a high-level ornate coved ceiling, finished with traditional plaster cornicing featuring stepped and moulded detailing.

En-Suite Shower Room (2.51m x 1.96m (8' 3" x 6' 5"))

A stylish En-Suite Shower Room appointed with a quality Villeroy & Boch suite, comprising a generous double-width glazed shower enclosure fitted with a thermostatic shower system, including an overhead rainfall shower and separate handheld attachment, with wall-mounted controls. Additional fittings include a concealed-cistern WC and a sleek wash hand basin set within a contemporary vanity unit offering integrated storage. Shaver point.
Further benefits include a flat-panel chrome heated towel rail, coordinated wall tiling to dado height with complementary splashbacks, and fully tiled flooring incorporating electric underfloor heating. The room is completed by a large wall-mounted mirror and traditional plaster cornicing with stepped and moulded detailing inset with recessed lighting.

Bedroom Suite Three (5.33m x 3.63m (17' 6" x 11' 11"))

Two large front-aspect double glazed sash windows enjoy views over the parkland and tennis courts. An impressive marble fireplace with a classic timber surround and decorative detailing forms an elegant focal point, enhancing the room’s character and sense of proportion. Further features include a radiator and traditional plaster cornicing with stepped and moulded detailing, incorporating a central pendant fitting.

An open 'walk-through' Dressing Area (4'9 x 2'7 (excl wardrobes) is fitted with two pairs of built-in sliding-door wardrobes to either side offering hanging space and shelving, providing generous storage and leading through to...

En-Suite Shower Room (2.41m x 1.75m (7' 11" x 5' 9"))

The luxurious Shower Room fitted with a 'Villeroy & Boch' suite, comprising a fully enclosed double width double shower enclosure with thermostatic shower unit with wall mounted controls overhead rainfall shower and additional handheld head, a concealed-cistern WC, and a contemporary wash hand basin set within a stylish vanity unit providing storage under. Shaver point. The room further benefits from a flat panelled chrome heated towel rail, complementary wall tiling to dado height with coordinated splashbacks, and fully tiled flooring incorporating electric underfloor heating. Additional features include a large wall-mounted mirror. Traditional plaster cornicing with stepped and moulded detailing, incorporating recessed lighting.

Garden

Boasting breath-taking, uninterrupted sea views, the terrace-style garden has been thoughtfully designed for both relaxation and entertaining. The rear of the lounge opens onto a contemporary glass-balustraded seating area, attractively screened and ideal for enjoying the coastal outlook. The garden further benefits from remote-controlled exterior lighting, multiple power points, and an outside tap. To the rear, an iron railing and gated access lead onto a grass verge overlooking the bank and shoreline beyond. A useful side pathway with additional external storage units connects the garden back to the front courtyard and driveway. External lighting and power sockets.

Agents Note

Council Tax - Band G
Garrison Estate Charge - £350.00 per annum

Council Tax Band G

Preliminary Details - Awaiting Verification