Burnham on Crouch, CM0 8NQ

A handsome six-bedroom country home with an outstanding detached two-bedroom guest annexe set in grounds of 1.37 Acres (stls) What We Say It’s extremely rare to find such a fabulous annexe and combined with a handsome spacious main residence this is a perfect country home for all the family, offering a lifestyle that most can only dream of.

There are wonderful grounds for children to enjoy and fabulous entertaining spaces, yet the location offers peace and tranquillity.

What The Owner Say Over the years, our gorgeous home has delivered on so many levels, providing a wonderful setting for family life and cherished memories with our children and grandchildren.

With two fabulous properties on site, it offers exceptional versatility and a choice of lifestyles to suit every stage of life.

The grounds are a constant delight, and with no close neighbours and no light pollution, the night skies are truly breathtaking.

History & Background This handsome six-bedroom country property with a stunning detached two-bedroom guest annexe is situated in a rural location on the outskirts of Burnham-on-Crouch and Southminster.

With far reaching views and big skies this home is accessed by a long lane traversing the marshes, surrounded by farms and agricultural land.

The property and grounds are screened by trees and is accessed by a long-gated driveway that sweeps around in front of the house and annexe providing parking for numerous cars.

The detached double garage is situated to the side of the property. The main characterful residence has a whitewashed exterior with attractive double glazed Crittall style windows throughout.

The ground floor accommodation is a wonderful mix of character and contemporary with a large, beamed drawing room and a sensational inglenook fireplace.

The light and airy rooms overlook the expansive grounds that wrap around both the main house and the annexe.

The two-bedroom barn style annexe is of particular note offering 1544 sq ft of open plan living at it’s very best.

Detached and situated next to the main house it’s a wonderful addition to the property and provides excellent scope for extended family living or luxurious guest accommodation.

Externally the secluded 1.37 acre grounds wrap around the house and the annexe with various specimen trees and large lawned areas.

The large terraces to the back create a wonderful entertainment and relaxation area and expansive easy maintenance lawned garden to the rear provides an excellent opportunity for horticultural enthusiast to stamp their own mark.

Setting and Location The property is situated on the marshes on the edge of Burnham on Crouch and Southminster, with wonderful countryside, farmland and waterside walks enjoying the best of both worlds from coast to country, surrounded by far-reaching undulating rural views.

Burnham on Crouch and Southminster towns are just a short drive away.

Burnam-on-Crouch town is also a mecca location for sailing enthusiasts where there are sailing clubs including the Royal Burnham Yacht Club.

Burnham has a thriving town, coupled with a quaint charm where there are plenty of shops alongside good pubs and restaurants, tea rooms and bars.

The town also has a railway station, Ormiston Rivers Academy for senior education, three primary schools and a selection of Nursery Schools.

The historic town of Southminster is just a short drive away, known for its medieval St Leonard’s Church, with easy commuter links to London via its railway station, St Leonard’s Church of England Primary School, nursery schools, local shops and a bakery.

*Burnham-on-Crouch 5.2 miles*Southminster 4.5 miles *Maldon 15 miles* Chelmsford City 27 miles* GROUND FLOOR ACCOMODATION The front entrance door leads into an attractive portico porch/cloakroom area with double doors opening to a hallway, and a study/boot room.

The large country house drawing room is dual aspect and has exposed beams, skirting boards and features an impressive inglenook fireplace, French doors give access to the large sunny terrace.

At one end of the room is an inset staircase, with a window on first landing. A fully tiled cloakroom/WC is accessed from an integral hallway.

The spacious stunning kitchen/breakfast room is wonderful mix of luxury, contemporary and country style.

There is a large central island which incorporates a range cooker, with plenty of space for a breakfast, granite work surfaces, integrated appliances, country shaker-style units throughout and space for an American style fridge freezer.

The spacious dedicated dining area offers a more formal seating area. A stable style door accesses the side of the property and grounds.

Adjacent to the kitchen is a versatile room accessing the back terrace, and grounds beyond, currently being used as a lounging area but could make a wonderful playroom.

FIRST FLOOR ACCOMODATION The staircase leads to a long airy hallway/corridor with access to six double bedrooms.

The principal bedroom suite is located at the end of the hallway, a beautiful light airy room with high ceilings, spotlights and cornicing, there are windows to the front and side with uninterrupted views of the grounds and surrounding farmland.

The attractive built-in storage and dressing table create an elegant feel. The large ensuite shower room is fully tiled and includes two basins, a spa shower and heated towel rail.

A window overlooks the rear grounds. The five double guest bedrooms have semi vaulted ceilings with stunning views over front and back.

A large family bathroom/shower room is situated off the hallway with a free-standing claw foot bath, double shower and vanity unit with sink. Fully tiled.

BARN STYLE ANNEXE Fabulous 1544 sq ft of contemporary barn style accommodation. A stunning home with luxury open plan living.

This detached dwelling is adjacent to the main residence, with two access points to the front, one leading to the front hallway area and the second stable style door leading to the utility area.

The stunning open plan living area has space for a large corner sofa, and dining area. An attractive shaker style kitchen is located at the front with integral units and island breakfast area.

The large bi-folding doors open to a terrace area and rear grounds. The utility/boot room has access to the front of the property and has a sink unit and space for a washing machine.

A versatile room is accessed from the main living area which could provide a fourth bedroom/playroom/snug or separate dining area. There is a large walk-in cupboard to the rear.

The ground floor accommodation also includes WC/cloakroom. The attractive hallway with alcove area leads to a stairway with a full-length window on the first landing.

The two large double bedrooms have vaulted ceilings with pretty alcoves and dressing areas, the principal room has large dressing room, and the second double bedroom has built in storage.

The luxurious partially tiled family bathroom has an L shaped bath with shower above. GROUNDS The properties are set on 1.37 acres with a long sweeping gated driveway to the front.

The grounds wrap round the property with a green house and vegetable plot to one side and a large lawned area to the rear.

An attractive paved terrace stretches the width of the property with a rectangular pond inset.

The grounds are completely screened with trees and shrubs from the surrounding farmland, and specimen trees are dotted through the lawns at the front.

The parking is extensive plus an electric car charger and the double garage has two up and over doors.

The gardens deliver a wonderful oasis for children to roam freely and for keen horticulturalists the grounds offer a fabulous space to stamp your own mark!

There is also perfect areas for a swimming pool/tennis court if required. Agents Notes Our client has completed a Propertymark questionnaire/declaration for potential buyers to make an informed offer.

Please request details from the sole selling agent. A public footpath is signposted alongside the boundary of the premises leading out to the countryside.

Title EX636169 Council Tax Band G Annexe - Council Tax Band A EPC F Services Boiler and Radiators, LPG, Electric Underfloor Heating The private drainage may not comply with current legislation.

The buyer may need to install a modern compliant system, which has already been considered and reflected in the guide price. EPC rating: F. Tenure: Freehold,