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*Initial offers are invited in the region of £680,000 to £700,000* A beautifully refurbished three bedroom detached chalet bungalow with a substantial self-contained annexe, situated in the highly sought-after village of Danbury.
Offering over 2,200 sq ft of versatile accommodation, including a magnificent, contemporary open-plan kitchen/dining room and ground floor principal suite with dressing area and en-suite.
Generous rear garden and driveway parking for several vehicles. Ideal for multigenerational living or potential income opportunity, (subject to any required consents).
Main Residence The property has been thoughtfully modernised throughout and offers excellent proportions across both floors.
A welcoming entrance hallway provides access to the principal living spaces and staircase to the first floor.
To the front, the dual-aspect living room is elegantly presented and features a charming bay window, allowing an abundance of natural light.
Adjacent, the impressive ground floor principal bedroom also benefits from a bay window and features a dedicated dressing area leading to a tasteful, contemporary en-suite shower room with walk-in shower, vanity unit and heated chrome towel rail.
Also located on the ground floor is a beautifully appointed family bathroom, complete with panelled bath, separate shower cubicle, vanity basin and WC.
To the rear of the property lies the true heart of the home – a comprehensively fitted, open-plan kitchen/dining/family room measuring over 17ft in width.
Fitted with sleek high-gloss cabinetry, generous work surfaces, space for a range cooker and integrated appliances, this superb space is enhanced by large format tiled flooring and French doors opening directly onto the garden patio, creating seamless indoor-outdoor living.
A separate family room provides additional flexible reception space, ideal as a snug, playroom or home office.
Upstairs, the first floor offers two further well-proportioned bedrooms, both with built-in storage, together with a cloakroom/WC and additional storage room.
Detached Annexe A particular highlight of this property is the substantial detached self-contained annexe (approx.
543 sq ft), ideal for multigenerational living, guest accommodation or potential rental income (subject to any necessary consents).
The annexe comprises: Open-plan kitchen/living area Double bedroom Shower room Separate storage room The layout offers excellent flexibility and privacy from the main house.
Outside The property sits on a generous plot with an impressive rear garden commencing with a wrap-around patio area, perfect for entertaining, with the remainder mainly laid to lawn and bordered by mature trees and shrubs.
To the front, a block-paved driveway provides off-road parking for several vehicles, complemented by a small lawned area and side access to the rear garden.
Location Situated within walking distance of Danbury village centre, the property has the benefit of easy access to local amenities including a Co-op supermarket, Tesco convenience store, public houses and parish church.
Danbury is surrounded by extensive National Trust woodland and heathland including Danbury Common and Country Park, offering superb countryside walks and nature trails.
The area is well regarded for schooling, including Elm Green, Heathcote, Danbury Park and St John’s Primary Schools, together with Chelmsford’s Grammar Schools (King Edward VI Grammar School and Chelmsford County High for Girls).
New Hall and Felsted private schools are also within reasonable reach. For commuters, Chelmsford and Hatfield Peverel mainline stations (approx.
Six miles) provide direct services to London Liverpool Street in around 35 minutes. The A12 is approximately 2.5 miles away, offering convenient access to the M25 and beyond.
Additional Information Tenure: Freehold Council Tax Band: E EPC Rating: C Services: Mains water, drainage, gas and electricity connected
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