4 bed detached house for sale

The Square, Ingatestone CM4

Situation

Farthings lies at the heart of the picturesque and highly sought-after village of Stock. Where, a charming selection of shops, cafés, restaurants and everyday amenities are immediately on hand. Rail services to London Liverpool Street are available from both Billericay (approximately 3 miles) and Ingatestone (approximately 4 miles), while the property lies roughly equidistant between Chelmsford and Brentwood with convenient access to the A12.

Stock village is renowned for its strong sense of community and rural charm, offering a post office, primary school, café and highly regarded gastro pubs, alongside the iconic Stock Windmill and the well-known Greenwoods Hotel, Spa and Retreat. The village green and surrounding recreational grounds form part of the historic Stock Conservation Area, with walking trails, a playground, village hall and parking.

Further enhancing the village’s heritage and appeal is Stock Cricket Club, one of the oldest in the county, with origins dating back to 1769.

Additional features

This Grade II listed home offers circa 2,445 sq ft of surprisingly spacious and flexible accommodation across two floors. Abundant period features include exposed timbers, fireplaces, pine latch doors and an Aga in the kitchen, seamlessly complemented by modern conveniences such as two en-suites plus a ground-floor cloakroom. With four bedrooms and four reception rooms, the home is both versatile and adaptable, including a garage converted to a gym, which could easily be reimagined as additional living space or a home office.

Accommodation Summary

The main entrance lies beneath a charming storm porch, opening into a reception hall currently used as a study, with stairs rising to the first floor and doors leading to two further reception rooms. To the rear, a generous living room with dining area enjoys dual-aspect views of the garden and a fireplace, while another front-facing sitting room features built-in storage. Both connect via an inner hallway to a family room, with access to cloakroom and a gym formed from the converted garage. The kitchen/breakfast room is a dual aspect room in a cottage style with barn style door to the parking area, providing practical everyday access.

On the first floor, four double bedrooms are complemented by two en-suite facilities and a well-appointed family bathroom, offering flexibility for family living and guests.

Outside

The rear gardens are a standout feature, partly walled and offering charming views over a neighbouring pond. Mainly laid to lawn, they are complemented by an established horse chestnut tree, cottage-style borders and flowering wisteria on the rear wall. Secure gated access leads from the parking area, with an additional side gate to the front and a further gate onto The Square. To the other side, a generous block-paved driveway provides off-street parking with a secure gate through to the rear garden, combining privacy, convenience and outdoor appeal.

Tenure: Freehold

Council Band Tax: G

Local Authority: Chelmsford