House For Sale £1,250,000
Guide Price: £ 1,250,000
We are proud to offer for sale this rare to market and impressive double fronted Grade II listed Victorian villa consisting of four double bedrooms, two reception rooms, two bathrooms (one en-suite), a bespoke eat-in kitchen, a study, a cellar with sauna and shower, a garage (38 x12ft), off street parking for many vehicles and beautiful landscaped gardens in the pretty and much sought after village of Chappel close to Colchester.
Guide price: £ 1,250,000
the property
An impressive country property, originally the main part of a much larger house until approximately 40 years ago when the servants quarters and stable block were cleverly separated to provide another home with its own separate access down a side lane, leaving Elm House unspoilt and retaining its beautiful mature south facing gardens and superb commanding views over the Colne Valley.
Sweeping lawns, surrounded by mature trees and landscaped planting border the driveway leading to Elm House; a beautiful Grade II listed Victorian Villa.
Built at the turn of the 19th century, overlooking the Colne Valley and the renowned Chappel Viaduct, this impressive south facing double fronted property has been sympathetically restored and updated throughout. Impressively proportioned and characterful, with the added benefit of ultra-fast broadband availability, the property is immaculate throughout. Maintaining a host of original features: Open fireplaces, sash windows, ornate Victorian cast iron radiators, original ironmongery and fittings all contribute to the charm of this fabulous family home, which is new to market for the first time in almost 30 years.
Upon entering the solid oak, double front doors, guests ascend two stone steps which lead through an ornate arched ceiling into the grand panelled hallway. Filled with natural light and complete with high ceilings and Victorian architraves and mouldings, this space offers visitors an impressive welcome.
Leading off the hallway are a large south facing Reception Room and Dining Room. Both are light, airy and high ceilinged, with semi-hexagonal floor to ceiling bow windows which fill the rooms with light throughout the day.
The Dining Room is a suitably grand affair for this period property, with seating space for twelve guests, an impressive original Welsh blue slate fireplace and solid oak flooring, all overlooked by an original ornate ceiling rose and period chandelier. This room is the perfect setting for entertaining guests or hosting family get-togethers.
The focal point of the generously sized and wonderfully light filled Reception Room is the original white marble fireplace for cosy evenings in front of the fire. French doors open out onto an east facing secluded terrace with steps leading to a raised lawn and beautifully landscaped beds of mature shrubs; this sheltered terrace of reclaimed York stone is ideal for summer dining and entertaining. Double doors from the Reception Room lead into a small study; retaining its original solid oak flooring and fitted with bespoke, hand made solid oak bookshelves and storage cupboards, this room is perfect for home working.
The hallway leads on through the house to a large kitchen diner which seats eight people beside a large sash bay window; features include original free standing chimney breast with exposed brickwork and inset artisan wine rack, a comprehensive range of bespoke hand made kitchen units, two integrated fridges, a Lacanche double range cooker, an integrated extractor unit, a central island unit with Corian worktop incorporating moulded twin sinks with waste disposal unit, a freestanding matching dresser and endless storage space. A true family kitchen with a stable door side entrance for those muddy boots and coats.
One of the hidden gems of this house is the large two roomed cellar with a full sized sauna and shower. This space includes a laundry area, the oil fired boiler, built in storage cupboards and extra fridges, whilst still leaving plenty of space for a potential wine cellar or just general storage.
The four double bedrooms are once again, generous, light and airy, all with high ceilings and original sash windows. The Master bedroom is particularly large with an extensive range of bespoke, hand made fitted wardrobes and benefits from a well appointed matching en-suite bathroom with double sized shower.
The remaining three bedrooms retain their original period fireplaces, two of which include bespoke fitted wardrobes and vanity sink units. These rooms are serviced by a standout family bathroom that is luxuriously spacious and complete with original solid oak flooring and period fireplace; with ample space for a full size sofa it features traditional fittings and a free standing period roll top cast iron bath taking centre stage in the room.
The property benefits from a double access driveway, with plentiful parking for a large number of cars. It also has a large detached garage. In addition, there is a separate period outbuilding constructed of red stock brickwork beneath a slate roof, with power and water supplies connected. Currently used as a log store and gardeners tool shed, subject to the necessary planning consent, this building has the potential for conversion to a sizeable detached home office.
Location
Situated in the picturesque Village of Chappel, the property is a short half mile walk from the Chappel and Wakes Colne branch line Railway Station. A scenic 6 minute journey over the famous Chappel Viaduct and through the Colne Valley links up to Marks Tey mainline station.
Within walking distance of the property you will find the traditional village primary school, the village shop and Post Office offering basic day to day needs, the renowned pub and eatery The Swan, the Chappel Viaduct, the Millennium Green Country Park and Chappel Railway station and museum. There is a further selection of local shops and eateries in the nearby local village of Earls Colne (3 miles distant), and for those seeking golf, leisure and spa facilities, you will also find the Essex Golf and Country Club and also Earls Colne Airfield and Anglian Flight Centre.
A comprehensive range of state and independent schools, retail and recreational facilities can be found nearby in Colchester (6 miles distant), which also has a fast intercity train service direct to London Liverpool Street Station (45 minute journey time) or from Marks Tey (3 miles distant by road or a 6 minute journey by the village branch line). There is also a regular bus service to Colchester and Halstead.
We are proud to offer for sale this rare to market and impressive double fronted Grade II listed Victorian villa consisting of four double bedrooms, two reception rooms, two bathrooms (one en-suite), a bespoke eat-in kitchen, a study, a cellar with sauna and shower, a garage (38 x12ft), off street parking for many vehicles and beautiful landscaped gardens in the pretty and much sought after village of Chappel close to Colchester.
Guide price: £ 1,250,000
the property
An impressive country property, originally the main part of a much larger house until approximately 40 years ago when the servants quarters and stable block were cleverly separated to provide another home with its own separate access down a side lane, leaving Elm House unspoilt and retaining its beautiful mature south facing gardens and superb commanding views over the Colne Valley.
Sweeping lawns, surrounded by mature trees and landscaped planting border the driveway leading to Elm House; a beautiful Grade II listed Victorian Villa.
Built at the turn of the 19th century, overlooking the Colne Valley and the renowned Chappel Viaduct, this impressive south facing double fronted property has been sympathetically restored and updated throughout. Impressively proportioned and characterful, with the added benefit of ultra-fast broadband availability, the property is immaculate throughout. Maintaining a host of original features: Open fireplaces, sash windows, ornate Victorian cast iron radiators, original ironmongery and fittings all contribute to the charm of this fabulous family home, which is new to market for the first time in almost 30 years.
Upon entering the solid oak, double front doors, guests ascend two stone steps which lead through an ornate arched ceiling into the grand panelled hallway. Filled with natural light and complete with high ceilings and Victorian architraves and mouldings, this space offers visitors an impressive welcome.
Leading off the hallway are a large south facing Reception Room and Dining Room. Both are light, airy and high ceilinged, with semi-hexagonal floor to ceiling bow windows which fill the rooms with light throughout the day.
The Dining Room is a suitably grand affair for this period property, with seating space for twelve guests, an impressive original Welsh blue slate fireplace and solid oak flooring, all overlooked by an original ornate ceiling rose and period chandelier. This room is the perfect setting for entertaining guests or hosting family get-togethers.
The focal point of the generously sized and wonderfully light filled Reception Room is the original white marble fireplace for cosy evenings in front of the fire. French doors open out onto an east facing secluded terrace with steps leading to a raised lawn and beautifully landscaped beds of mature shrubs; this sheltered terrace of reclaimed York stone is ideal for summer dining and entertaining. Double doors from the Reception Room lead into a small study; retaining its original solid oak flooring and fitted with bespoke, hand made solid oak bookshelves and storage cupboards, this room is perfect for home working.
The hallway leads on through the house to a large kitchen diner which seats eight people beside a large sash bay window; features include original free standing chimney breast with exposed brickwork and inset artisan wine rack, a comprehensive range of bespoke hand made kitchen units, two integrated fridges, a Lacanche double range cooker, an integrated extractor unit, a central island unit with Corian worktop incorporating moulded twin sinks with waste disposal unit, a freestanding matching dresser and endless storage space. A true family kitchen with a stable door side entrance for those muddy boots and coats.
One of the hidden gems of this house is the large two roomed cellar with a full sized sauna and shower. This space includes a laundry area, the oil fired boiler, built in storage cupboards and extra fridges, whilst still leaving plenty of space for a potential wine cellar or just general storage.
The four double bedrooms are once again, generous, light and airy, all with high ceilings and original sash windows. The Master bedroom is particularly large with an extensive range of bespoke, hand made fitted wardrobes and benefits from a well appointed matching en-suite bathroom with double sized shower.
The remaining three bedrooms retain their original period fireplaces, two of which include bespoke fitted wardrobes and vanity sink units. These rooms are serviced by a standout family bathroom that is luxuriously spacious and complete with original solid oak flooring and period fireplace; with ample space for a full size sofa it features traditional fittings and a free standing period roll top cast iron bath taking centre stage in the room.
The property benefits from a double access driveway, with plentiful parking for a large number of cars. It also has a large detached garage. In addition, there is a separate period outbuilding constructed of red stock brickwork beneath a slate roof, with power and water supplies connected. Currently used as a log store and gardeners tool shed, subject to the necessary planning consent, this building has the potential for conversion to a sizeable detached home office.
Location
Situated in the picturesque Village of Chappel, the property is a short half mile walk from the Chappel and Wakes Colne branch line Railway Station. A scenic 6 minute journey over the famous Chappel Viaduct and through the Colne Valley links up to Marks Tey mainline station.
Within walking distance of the property you will find the traditional village primary school, the village shop and Post Office offering basic day to day needs, the renowned pub and eatery The Swan, the Chappel Viaduct, the Millennium Green Country Park and Chappel Railway station and museum. There is a further selection of local shops and eateries in the nearby local village of Earls Colne (3 miles distant), and for those seeking golf, leisure and spa facilities, you will also find the Essex Golf and Country Club and also Earls Colne Airfield and Anglian Flight Centre.
A comprehensive range of state and independent schools, retail and recreational facilities can be found nearby in Colchester (6 miles distant), which also has a fast intercity train service direct to London Liverpool Street Station (45 minute journey time) or from Marks Tey (3 miles distant by road or a 6 minute journey by the village branch line). There is also a regular bus service to Colchester and Halstead.
