6 bed detached house for sale

Good Easter, Chelmsford, Essex CM1

A substantial six bedroom family home, with a detached annexe, set on about an acre.

Description
An immaculately presented six bedroom family home, on a mixed plot of about an acre with a detached one bedroom annexe, further detached outbuilding and heated outdoor swimming pool. The property is located within an idyllic semi-rural setting approximately 6 miles from Chelmsford city centre.

The property is believed to date back to 1902, blends many fine features of its era with contemporary improvements, having been thoughtfully extended and renovated.

The property unfolds into a series of distinct, contemporary living spaces, entered via an inviting entrance hall, with a staircase rising to the first floor. There are two interconnecting reception rooms, consisting of a sitting room and a formal dining room. The stunning main reception room with an attractive bay window links through via a sliding door to the magnificent kitchen/breakfast room, a utility room and WC.

The first floor boasts five generously sized bedrooms. The principal suite features an expansive en suite bathroom, dressing room and balcony offering the most enviable rear views. Bedroom two also has en suite facilities, in addition to a family bathroom.

The second floor offers a further sixth double bedroom and an extensive loft space.

Outside
Fountains occupies a prominent position, thoughtfully designed to take full advantage of its plot of about an acre. The beautiful gardens enhance the feel of this delightful country house which is approached over a gated, sweeping private driveway which provides ample parking, leading to a detached annexe boasting a double bedroom, large ‘L’ shape entertaining/living/kitchen area, utility and shower room. This area is ideal for multi-generational living or guest house. A further detached outbuilding houses a home gym and an adjoining store room.

Services
Mains water and electricity. Private drainage (compliant system), oil-fired heating with lpg serving the outhouse and pool. Electric gates and camera which are remotely controlled, and recorded CCTV.

Local authority
Chelmsford city council. Council tax band = G (with improvement indicator).

Agent's note
Some photos taken in 2025.

Location
Chelmsford city and mainline station: 6.6 miles, New Hall School: 10.5 miles, Stansted Airport: 11.2 miles, Bishop’s Stortford: 12.8 miles, Felsted School: 13 miles. All distances approximate.

Fountains occupies a delightful situation, set amidst rolling countryside to the south of Good Easter; a charming village in the heart of Essex. The area boasts a range of scenic countryside walks accessed by a network of footpaths and bridleways through picturesque landscapes, including woodlands, open fields and the River Cam, which flows through the area.

By train, the nearest major railway stations are in Chelmsford and Bishop’s Stortford. From Chelmsford, regular trains run to London Liverpool Street, with a journey time of around 38 minutes, making it convenient for daily commuters. By car Good Easter is approximately 40 miles from central London, accessible via the A12 and M11 motorways.

Square Footage: 3,250 sq ft

Acreage:
0.95 Acres

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