5 bed detached house for sale

Purleigh Grove, Cold Norton, Chelmsford, Essex CM3

A recently constructed oak-framed home built by Oakwrights, with a detached garage block and set on about 0.5 acre.

Description
A bespoke oak-framed barn by Oakwrights, constructed circa. Seven years ago and extending to approximately 4,500 sq ft including the garage, annexe and outdoor kitchen. The property combines traditional oak framing and exposed brickwork with contemporary accommodation, set within about 0.5 acre along a private country lane with views over adjoining greenbelt countryside.

The property opens into an entrance hall with full-height apex glazing, vaulted ceiling, exposed oak beams and stone flooring with underfloor heating. A feature oak staircase with cast-iron detailing leads to the galleried first-floor landing.

The principal living accommodation is arranged around open-plan spaces. The kitchen is fitted with Shaker-style cabinetry, quartz work surfaces, a substantial central island and a comprehensive range of integrated Neff appliances, with oak-framed French doors opening out to the garden. The adjoining dining area and lounge both feature exposed oak beams, characterful brickwork, stone flooring and direct access to the outside, with the lounge enjoying views across the adjoining greenbelt fields.

The ground floor also provides a versatile fifth bedroom, currently used as an office, alongside a fourth bedroom, family bathroom, utility room and separate WC. The arrangement of these rooms allows the fourth and fifth bedrooms, together with the adjacent facilities, to be configured as a more independent area of accommodation if required.

The first floor provides three further bedrooms. The principal bedroom has a vaulted ceiling, exposed oak beams, Velux windows and views across the garden and surrounding countryside, together with an en suite incorporating a freestanding bath and double walk-in shower. Bedrooms two and three both benefit from exposed oak detailing, eaves storage and oak flooring with underfloor heating.

The property is approached via a gravel driveway providing parking for several vehicles, with lawns, mature box hedging and brick-edged flowerbeds framing the frontage.

The landscaped gardens wrap around the house and are predominantly laid to lawn, with mature planting and secure fencing. A substantial paved terrace provides areas for dining and seating, complemented by a bespoke outdoor kitchen and far-reaching views across the adjoining greenbelt fields.

A substantial timber and brick-built double garage provides secure parking, storage or workshop space and incorporates an electric vehicle charging point. Adjacent is a separate workshop with double-door access, fitted storage, sink and plumbing for laundry appliances.

Above the garage is a fully self-contained studio/annexe with oak flooring, built-in storage, kitchenette and separate shower room, providing flexible accommodation for guests, extended family or home working.

Services
Mains services connected.

The property incorporates a range of energy-efficient features including an air-source heat pump, mechanical ventilation with heat recovery, solar panels, underfloor heating and an electric vehicle charging point. Fibre-optic broadband with gigabit capability is also supplied to the property.

Location
CM3 6HN is situated in a rural position on the edge of Cold Norton, within the Dengie Peninsula and approximately 9 miles south-east of Chelmsford. The surrounding area is predominantly countryside, with Cold Norton providing a village community and everyday facilities, while Maldon, South Woodham Ferrers and Chelmsford provide a wider range of shopping, leisure and professional services.

Cold Norton has a village shop and convenience facilities, with further local amenities including pubs and places to eat. The Norton, on Latchingdon Road, is approximately 0.4 miles from the postcode, while the wider area has a number of countryside pubs and rural leisure facilities.

For education, Cold Norton Primary School on St Stephens Road is approximately 0.5 miles away. Purleigh Community Primary School is around 1.3 miles away, while Christchurch Church of England Primary School in the neighbouring village of Colden Common is approximately 1.9 miles away. For secondary education, William de Ferrers School in South Woodham Ferrers is approximately 3.1 miles away, Plume Academy in Maldon approximately 4.7 miles and Ormiston Rivers Academy in Burnham-on-Crouch approximately 8 miles. Both grammar schools. The property is in the catchment area for both grammar schools in Chelmsford (approximately 12) miles and New Hall independent school approximately 13 miles.

Transport is particularly suited to car travel. The nearest railway station is North Fambridge, approximately 2 miles away, which offers a direct service into London Liverpool Street within 45 minutes. Althorne station is approximately 5 miles away and Chelmsford Station approximately 12 miles.

North Fambridge station also provides services towards Southminster and Wickford, from where connections can be made towards the wider Essex and London rail network. South Woodham Ferrers also provides a rail option, while Chelmsford offers more frequent mainline services to London Liverpool Street. South Woodham Ferrers Chelmsford

For leisure, the surrounding countryside provides numerous opportunities for walking, cycling and riding, with the nearby River Crouch and Dengie countryside adding to the rural setting. South Woodham Ferrers Leisure Centre is approximately 5 miles away and provides swimming, fitness and sports facilities. There are also golf facilities in the surrounding area, including Three Rivers Golf and Country Club.

All distances approximate, source Google maps.

Square Footage: 4,511 sq ft



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