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Listing removedReduced £100k (−6.7%) on 21 JunListed 204 days
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About
** Guide Price £1,500,000 - £1,750,000 ** Nestled in the enchanting and rarely available ‘All Saints Rectory’ setting, and enjoying a substantial 0.87 acre plot, this impressive five-bedroom, four bathroom, detached residence, offers an exceptional opportunity to embrace village life in one of Essex’s most picturesque and highly sought-after locations.
Available with no onward chain and boasting close to 3,000 square feet of versatile and generously proportioned accommodation, this remarkable property provides an exciting opportunity for those seeking somewhere to add their own stamp or even redevelop (subject to planning).
Making it ideal for those wishing to create their dream home in premium setting.
Inside, a welcoming entrance hall gives access to the flexible ground floor collection of spacious reception rooms and interchangeable bedrooms, including a large living room with access onto the garden and the master bedroom suite that is served by its own dedicated dressing room and en-suite bathroom.
There is a traditional fitted kitchen with ample units and worktop counters, along with a space for a breakfast table set within the charming side bay.
With an additional utility room and ground floor shower room for further practically.
While upstairs the cosy landing leads to two further double bedrooms, including a second en-suite bedroom and an extra bathroom.
Externally the outstanding garden with lawns, mature trees and established hedgerows, provides a peaceful oasis for relaxation and outdoor entertaining, and make for a fabulous space for children & pets to explore.
There is a large double garage to the front with integral access to the home. Plus a driveway giving parking for several cars.
The location is second to none, with Stock village’s amenities, including four popular public houses, local shops, hotel and spa facilities, and a golf club all on hand.
Excellent transport links are close by, with easy access to Billericay, Ingatestone, Shenfield, and Chelmsford mainline stations, offering direct journeys into London in around 30 minutes.
As well as convenient access to the A12 and M25 road network.
The grounds offer a rare blend of seclusion and accessibility, making this a truly unique opportunity to acquire a substantial home with exceptional outside space, in the heart of one of Essex’s most desirable villages.
Garden Plot size 0.87 acres. Parking - Double Garage Parking - Driveway
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Properties like this can earn 2–3x BTL yields when converted to HMO, with retrofit costs around £10k/room. Sign in to see the full tier, yield projection, and cost breakdown.
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