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A contemporary five bedroom detached family home occupying a small development known as ‘Saltcote Maltings’ offering direct access to the sea wall and miles of scenic waterside walks.
Description A stunning five bedroom family home, beautifully positioned to enjoy southerly views towards the Blackwater Estuary.
Constructed in 1999, this property is part of the exclusive gated 'Saltcote Maltings' development, which combines modern homes and period conversions.
The property totals approximately 2,350 sq ft, providing light-filled, well-designed interiors and occupies a prime spot on the edge of the development.
The accommodation spans three levels, offering a versatile and well-planned layout. On the ground floor, a welcoming reception hall with a turning staircase leads to the first floor.
The ground floor level features a spacious living room, an 'l'-shaped kitchen/breakfast room with an adjoining utility area, and a courtesy door providing access to the double garage.
At the rear, a conservatory opens out to the garden.
The first floor comprises three bedrooms, including one with en suite facilities, a family bathroom, and a dual-aspect sitting room that provides additional living space.
The upper level houses two further bedrooms, one of which benefits from en suite facilities, completing the flexible and well-designed accommodation. This level also has a walk-in loft.
Outside At the front of the property, there is a block-paved driveway offering off-road parking in front of the integral double garage. Additionally, the front garden is designed for low maintenance.
The rear garden begins with a patio area and is currently divided by a picket fence into two sections: A shingled area with an additional patio and a lawned area. Services Mains services connected.
Service charge Approximately £800 p.a. (to be confirmed).
Location Maldon: 1 mile, A12 (Junction 20b): 5 miles, Hatfield Peverel: 6 miles (Liverpool Street from 43 minutes), Chelmsford: 12 miles (Liverpool Street from 34 minutes), M25 (Junction 28): 24 miles, Central London: 50 miles.
All distances approximate.
The property occupies a small development known as Saltcote Maltings, situated on the outskirts of Maldon, in the village of Heybridge and in a delightful setting on the banks of the Blackwater Estuary.
There is access from the property to the River Blackwater with three local sailing clubs nearby; Saltcote sailing club, Blackwater sailing club and Millbeach Marine, just a short way along the sea wall which runs directly behind the development.
Heybridge has a small shopping centre with a post office, while nearby Maldon town has a busy High Street and several large edge-of-town supermarkets. There is a convenience store close by.
The area offers a range of state and private schooling including Maldon Court Preparatory School, The Plume Academy, Elm Green School at Little Baddow as well as Colchester Royal and Colchester County grammar schools.
The property also lies within the priority catchment area for King Edward VI (boys) and Chelmsford County (girls) grammar schools in nearby Chelmsford.
Both Heybridge and Maldon offer a mix of rural tranquillity and modern amenities, making them ideal for families, retirees, and anyone seeking a connection to nature.
The proximity to the estuary ensures opportunities for water-based activities, in addition to the surrounding countryside. Square Footage: 2,060 sq ft Directions ///owns.moped.giraffes
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