House For Sale £1,250,000
An Extensive and Versatile Five Bedroom Property on a 0.6 of an Acre Plot situated in a highly sought-after location.
What We Think at The Zoe Napier Group
This property offers incredible and versatile accommodation, whilst occupying a substantial plot adjacent to protected woodland. We were so pleasantly surprised as to how extensive the accommodation is with great potential to create separate living quarters if needed. Wickham Bishops is highly sought after with great village facilities.
What The Owner Says
After 26 years of raising a family here (who have all flown the nest), with lots of entertaining and parties, I have decided, after much deliberation that it is time for me to downsize, travel and look to new adventures. We significantly extended the property in 2005 creating superb spaces and have loved living in Wickham Bishops.
History & Background
An attractive property with incredibly spacious and versatile accommodation offering up to five ground and first-floor bedrooms and three reception areas or four bedrooms and four reception rooms. The layout also offers scope to create separate living quarters, if needed. Standing on a substantial plot of 0.6 of an acre with a large double garage and workshop as well as a small detached home office/gym.
The property was originally a 1950’s bungalow having been significantly further extended in 2005 to create additional stunning rooms including the family room with a vaulted ceiling which cleverly doubles up as a cinema room with an integral automatic cinema screen and cinema lighting. The interior features some of the original characters from the mid-20th century, such as the picture and dado rails in the older part of the house combined with good modern-day 21st-century features including underfloor heating in part of the more recent redevelopment.
Our client had considered the possibility of a building plot in the back garden, which would require the demolition of the existing garage for access. This consideration was not taken further, albeit there is sufficient space in line with the later houses built in Birch Rise, subject to planning. Something for the new owner to explore if desired.
Setting & Location
The property is situated in a highly sought-after position on the edge of Wickham Bishops, immediately neighbouring private woodland, yet within a few minutes’ walk of the village centre. It stands on a substantial plot of 0.6 of an acre.
The village is rich in its community atmosphere, with facilities to include a Tesco’s One Stop, Post Office, a Tea Room, Spa/Treatment Rooms, and a local Garage. The village is also home to an excellent Beavers, Cubs & Scout Group with great outdoor space and the nearest village school is nearby in Great Totham, rated Ofsted Good. Eateries include Olio’s Italian restaurant (walking distance) and some good nearby pubs such as The Green Man in Little Braxted and the Prince of Wales in Great Totham. Golfing, swimming, and gym enthusiasts will also be pleased to know that Benton Hall Golf & Country Club is within a mile from the property. There is also a nearby riding school and a good bus service to secondary / grammar schools in Southend, Chelmsford, and Colchester. The prominent village hall provides, child-care, snooker & cinema clubs, badminton, and theatre facilities. There is also a local tennis club, football, and cricket pitches within a short walk.
National Rail Stations are at Witham 3.3 miles or Hatfield Peverel 4.2 miles, with access for the A12.
Agents Notes
- Our client has completed a Propertymark questionnaire providing further information for buyers considering making an offer. Please request this from the selling agent.
- Maldon Council Tax Band F
