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See how verdicts work5-bedroom detached house · CM5 9BU
For saleListed 41 days
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About
Peacefully positioned at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac on the sought after outskirts of Ongar, this magnificent detached residence offers a rare opportunity to acquire a home that perfectly blends timeless elegance with contemporary refinement.
Accessed via a private gated driveway, the property is nestled within beautifully landscaped grounds, offering privacy and an exceptional setting for refined living.
From the moment you step inside, the scale and refinement of this home are immediately apparent.
Underfloor heating can be found on the entirety of the ground floor, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout.
To the front, a formal reception room offers a refined space for quiet evenings or entertaining guests.
At the heart of the home lies the plan kitchen and dining room, thoughtfully designed and impeccably finished.
Bespoke handmade cabinetry is paired with sleek marble worktops and a suite of high specification appliances, including a number of integrated Siemens appliances, a Miele dishwasher, and a Rangemaster double oven, offering both functionality and flair.
A large adjoining pantry and a fully fitted utility room provide discreet service areas, ideal for seamless family living.
A beautifully light filled garden room flows effortlessly into a second reception space, creating an exceptional setting for entertaining or simply enjoying views over the exquisite rear garden.
A chic guest cloakroom and internal access to two garages further enhance the ground floor's generous footprint.
Upstairs, five well proportioned bedrooms are spread across two floors, each offering comfort, tranquility, and versatility.
All bathrooms are appointed with luxurious marble surfaces and feature premium Porter vanity units, delivering a boutique hotel feel in the privacy of your own home.
Adding to the allure is a completely sel -contained annex, perfect for guests, extended family, an au pair, or independent older children.
This additional living space ensures flexibility without compromising on luxury.
Furthermore, a detached outbuilding, fully air conditioned, offers endless potential as a home office, wellness studio, or creative retreat.
Outside, the property continues to impress with expansive, professionally landscaped gardens that provide a serene backdrop for outdoor living and entertaining.
The gated driveway offers secure, private parking and enhances the home's exclusive appeal. This is more than a home, it is a lifestyle.
A rare offering that perfectly balances grandeur and comfort in an enviable, tucked away location.
Positioned on the outskirts of Ongar, this address offers a seamless balance of rural charm and connectivity.
Ongar High Street provides a selection of independent shops, cafés, and amenities, with Epping and Brentwood offering further dining, retail, and leisure options.
Epping Forest adds expansive green space for outdoor pursuits, while direct links to London via Epping (Central Line) and Brentwood (Elizabeth Line) make this an ideal setting for refined country living with city access.
Contact Durden & Hunt for a viewing! Council Band G Epping Forest Please note all photography has been supplied by the current owner.
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If an offer is accepted on a property then buyers will be required to pay a non-refundable compliance fee of £72 (including VAT) per person.
To provide a secure and efficient service, these checks are carried out by our trusted third-party compliance partner, Coadjute.
The fee paid to Coadjute covers the cost of identity verification, anti-money laundering screening, source of funds verification, ongoing compliance monitoring and administration associated with meeting our regulatory obligations.
These checks must be paid for and completed by buyers before a Memorandum of Sale can be issued. Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008. Misrepresentations Act 1967.
Property Misdescriptions Act 1991. These details are prepared as a general guide only and should not be relied upon as a basis to enter a legal contract or to commit expenditure.
The sales particulars may change in the course of time and any interested party is advised to make a final inspection of the property prior to exchange of contracts or signing of a tenancy agreement.
Durden & Hunt have not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures and fittings or services. Items shown in photographs are not necessarily included. On occasion photographs may be owner supplied.
On most occasions features and facilities of a property are owner advised and potential buyers/tenants are advised to confirm these.
Please note that service charge, ground rent and lease lengths are subject to change, and the information we have supplied was true at time of instruction.
References to the tenure, lease length, ground rent and service charges for any property are based on information supplied by the seller, buyers are advised to obtain verification of these stated figures from their solicitor before purchasing.
Any mention of planning potential or planning permission is based on the current owners opinion, a potential buyer should assume that this is a speculative opinion only and is not based on planning permission being granted or professional advice, unless otherwise stated.
Any reference to distance to stations, amenities or schools are taken from portal estimated distances, buyers are advised to do their own research on distances.
Many of the features are owner advised and prospective buyers are advised to obtain verification before purchasing.
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