Property description
HANDSOME AND ELEGANT Grade 11 LISTED 3/4 BEDROOM FAMILY HOME arranged over 3 floors located in the heart of Brightlingsea, Guide price £360,000 - £365,000 Property such as this rarely comes to the open market and has a range of original features that will impress any discerning buyer, accommodation includes, 3 receptions rooms, bespoke hand built kitchen, cloakroom, family bathroom and en suite to master bedroom, mature south facing rear garden plus cart lodge/workshop and parking, this beautifully presented residence with inglenook fireplaces and beamed rooms has also been enhanced and improved by the current owner to create a truly stunning home which is ideally located just a short stroll to the Town Centre shops and waterfront, a viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate its charm and stature
Viewings strictly by appointment only
Overview
Welcome to one the most handsome grade 11 listed properties in Brightlingsea. Exuding charm and character, this elegant four bedroom link detached family home, believed to date back to tudor times, is a piece of Brightlingsea history.Steeped in features and design, you will be amazed at the accommodation presented over 3 floors. The entrance door flows through to the formal sitting room which enjoys a red brick inglenook fireplace. A step down to the dining room with a further inglenook fireplace and beamed ceiling is perfectly located for the kitchen which is timelessly fitted with hand built units and a bespoke design which overlooks the well stocked south facing garden which in turn leads to the parking area and cart lodge. The second reception room, which is currently used as a study, can be found to the front of the property.On the first floor you will find 3 bedrooms, the master with a beautifully en suite shower room and a family bathroom.The third floor accommodates the 4 th bedroom which is accessed via a steep staircase. The outside of this property has an interesting south facing rear garden with patio area, and a mainly grassed garden with mature borders and planting which leads to the parking area and cart lodge which is access via an independent private lane. To the side of the property is also space for a vehicle.A viewing is high;y recommended to fully appreciate this grand house and what it has to offer.
Entrance Hall
Entrance door leading to entrance hall with stairs leading to first floor landing. Storage under stairs. Doors leading to:
Formal Reception Room - 12' 7'' x 11' 0'' (3.83m x 3.35m)
Accessed via the entrance hall a glazed door to the side and dining room to this beautifully cosy room with stunning red brink inglenook fire place with log burner, oak flooring and exposed beams to ceiling and walls. A step down to the dining room provides a perfect open plan entertaining area. A door to the side leads to the off road parking and a large sash window is found to the front of the property.
Sitting Room/Study - 12' 4'' x 10' 3'' (3.76m x 3.12m)
Sash window to front, original pine wood flooring, exposed beams to ceiling, built in storage cupboard,door to dining room.
Dining Room - 18' 3'' x 8' 8'' (5.56m x 2.64m)
Accessed from the formal lounge, second reception room and kitchen, you will find traditional features such as the inglenook fireplace, red brick tiles and again beamed walls and ceiling. A sash window to the side allows natural light through.
Kitchen - 13' 11'' x 10' 0'' (4.24m x 3.05m)
Leading off from the dining room the beautifully bespoke fitted kitchen with granite worktops and pull-out larder compliments the rest of the property, newly restyled with original pine flooring and integrated Bosch dishwasher and washing machine, built-in fridge/freezer, a gas range cooker with extractor hood with grill and general oven with 4 hobs plus a cast iron grid for top grilling/plate warming. According to the vendor these new appliances are only 1½ years old. There is also a Butler sink and Franke tap and a Combi boiler which are still under guarantee.Light floods through the sash window to the side along with the ceiling windows and double glazed doors leading onto the garden, bringing the outside in. Original pine flooring and inset spot lights to ceiling complete the room.
Cloakroom
Accessed from the kitchen with sash window to rear, low level flush WC, corner wash hand basin.
First floor landing
Sash window to front, doors leading to:
Master Bedroom - 13' 0'' x 11' 6'' (3.96m x 3.50m)
Dual aspect sash windows to front and side, built-in single storage/airing cupboard, step down to ensuite.
Ensuite
Well appointed en suite with shower cubicle, low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, radiator, heated towel rail, storage cupboards and Velux window to rear overlooking the garden
Bedroom 3 - 12' 9'' x 7' 10'' (3.88m x 2.39m)
Sash window to front, can accommodate twin beds or small double, exposed beam.
Bedroom 2/Dressing Room - 11' 7'' x 9' 0'' (3.53m x 2.74m)
Currently used as a dressing room and accessed via the landing and en suite, window to rear overlooking the rear garden, single storage cupboard, radiator, original pine flooring
Stairs to 2nd floor
Independent staircase to bathroom and bedroom 4
Bathroom
Splendid bathroom suite comprising of wooden floor, vanity tiled bath with storage under, low flush WC, pedestal wash hand basin, radiator window to side and rear
Bedroom 4 - 12' 0'' x 8' 9'' (3.65m x 2.66m)
(Access to this bedroom is gained via a steep staircase) Reduced ceiling height, radiator, window to side and rear overlooking garden
Outside
FrontLeading to the front of the property there is a graveled front garden retained by feature wrought iron railings on a low brick wall. A path way leads to entrance door.To the side of the property there is parking for one small vehicle. Gate leading to the rear garden.RearA delightful well stocked south facing rear garden which is mainly laid to lawn with mature flower borders and established shrubs and trees. A patio area enjoys the afternoon sun and a pathway to the rear of the garden with a gate giving access to the parking area and cart lodge which is currently used for storage.A shed and Wendy house with electric and lighting to remain. Cart lodgeCurrently used for storage and with electric and light, would be an ideal studio/workshop or indeed parking for several vehicles. It is accessed via a private lane from the High Street
Agents Note
The house is believed to date back around 500 years and demonstrates a satisfying blend of historical features and contemporary design. The property also benefits from a cart lodge with three parking spaces and a garden of around 70ft.
Property Features :
- 3/4 BEDROOM GRADE II LISTED LINK DETACHED HOUSE
- FORMAL SITTING ROOM WITH INGLENOOK
- LOUNGE/STUDY
- DINING ROOM WITH INGLENOOK
- HAND BUILT BESPOKE KITCHEN