House For Sale £475,000
Welcome to this exquisite four double bedroom detached house in the idyllic village of Little Oakley, North Essex.
THE HOME
Nestled on the outskirts of a popular residential development and bordered by picturesque farmland, this home offers over 1,500 square feet of luxurious living space and distinguished features.
As you enter the house, you're greeted by an impressive entrance hall (2.96m x 3.54m) that sets the tone for the entire property. Solid oak flooring graces the ground, leading your gaze to the elegant oak and glass partitioned staircase. Internal oak doors beckon you into various rooms, including the study on your left, a ground floor cloakroom, the extended kitchen at the rear, and the bay-fronted living room on your right. Storage space under the staircase, complete with a safe, adds practicality to the elegance.
The living room (4.78m x 3.19m) is a bay-fronted, dual-aspect space, boasting luxury carpeting underfoot and a central feature fireplace with an inset electric fire. Natural light streams in through windows on both the front and side elevations, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Oak French doors lead to the dining room at the rear of the home.
Continuing the theme of quality oak fittings, the dining room (3.57m x 3.20m) features solid oak flooring and attractive oak architrave. Sliding patio doors open onto a sandstone patio area, extending your living space into the beautiful outdoors.
Prepare to be amazed by the kitchen (4.73m x 3.95m), a true showstopper. Fitted to the highest specification, it boasts grey fronted soft-closing shaker units beneath a square-edged wooden work surface with upstand. A central island provides additional storage and a cosy breakfast spot. The kitchen features space for a Rangemaster oven, a tall freestanding fridge-freezer, and an inset stainless steel sink with a mixer tap. Large windows frame views of the rear garden, allowing you to enjoy the scenery as you cook. The kitchen connects seamlessly to the utility room via an internal glazed oak door and leads back to the entrance hall.
The utility room (4.74m x 1.61m) is equally well-appointed with solid oak flooring and matching grey shaker-fronted units beneath a square-edged work surface. It offers space for both a washing machine and a tumble dryer, along with a sunken stainless steel sink and the wall-mounted gas-fired boiler.
This versatile home includes a third ground floor reception room (2.61m x 2.56m), which can serve as a snug, playroom, or home office. Bay windows flood the room with natural light, and luxury carpeting adds a touch of comfort.
The essential ground floor cloakroom (0.89m x 2.60m) is finished with oak flooring and features a WC, a vanity sink with a splashback, a heated towel rail, and an opaque glazed window to the side.
Now, let's head upstairs to the truly impressive and architecturally interesting galleried landing (3.03m x 3.66m). Oak balustrades and a glass partition create a sense of grandeur and additional oak architrave and a loft hatch with a pull-down ladder complete the look. From here, you can access all four first-floor bedrooms and the family bathroom via internal oak doors.
The first bedroom (3.16m x 3.26m) is located at the front of the property and offers offset field views. Luxury carpeting graces the floor, and a recessed triple-fronted wardrobe with sliding mirrored doors and an oak frame provides ample storage. This bedroom boasts its own spacious ensuite shower room (1.43m x 2.97m), fully tiled with mosaic decoration.
The second bedroom (3.36m x 3.30m) is situated at the rear of the home and features luxury carpeting, a window with rear garden views, and a range of built-in wardrobe cupboards.
The third double bedroom (2.95m x 2.65m) also offers luxury carpeting and built-in bedroom furniture, along with a window to the front elevation.
The fourth carpeted double bedroom (3.25m x 2.57m) enjoys rear garden views with a charming outlook of the countryside beyond.
The family bathroom (1.74m x 2.33m) is fully tiled to match the style of the ensuite in the first bedroom. It comprises a panel bath with a folding shower screen and shower over, a WC, a vanity hand wash basin, a heated towel rail, an extractor fan, and an opaque glazed window with a low-profile sill to the rear elevation.
EXTERIOR
Outside, the property boasts fantastic parking facilities. A double-width block-paved driveway leads to the detached double garage with two up-and-over doors. The driveway has been extended to the side, providing additional parking space and a walkway to the storm porch and gated access to the rear garden. The front garden features a well-maintained lawn framed by various flower and shrub borders.
The rear garden begins with a sandstone-laid patio area, extending around the side of the property in an L-shape. Here, you'll discover a private area for a hot tub. The garden behind the house is predominantly laid to lawn, surrounded by flower and shrub borders. A step up takes you to a large decking area beneath a permanent and sheltered pergola, adjacent to a shingled area with two water features.
PARKING
Additional features of this remarkable home include off-road parking for four vehicles, a fully double-glazed interior, and gas central heating. The double garage (approximately 5.34 meters deep by 5.1 meters wide) offers plenty of storage space in the eaves and comes equipped with light and power.
Little Oakley is a charming rural village in the Tendring District, just west of Harwich. This property, located in the Oakridge area, enjoys open fields nearby. The village offers a regular bus route connecting Harwich and Colchester, providing convenient access to both. Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat or a spacious family home, this property offers an exceptional blend of modern luxury and countryside tranquility.
EPC Rating: C
