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4 Bedroom detached house ● Colchester Road, Great Totham ● £998,000
A charming Edwardian residence, constructed in 1904, with original period features and charm. Approximately 0.4 acres of landscaped grounds. This four bedroom family home offers a blend of period elegance and modern comfort. NO ONWARD CHAIN
Great Totham is a respectable Essex Village, south of the City of Colchester set between the village of Tiptree and the historic waterside town of Maldon. With two public houses, a village shop and post office, primary school, village hall and village cricket green. There is a friendly diverse village community, mixture of family sizes, older and young couples and, activities for all age groups. NO ONWARD CHAIN
Set well back from the road, a short distance to the centre of the village, and almost hidden from view by the gated entrance, mature hedging and trees, giving a high degree of privacy. A superb Edwardian residence, constructed in 1904, that has an abundance of original period features and charm. Approximately 2302 square feet of accommodation. Set within approximately 0.4 acres of immaculately landscaped grounds, this home is a gardener’s delight.
A four bedroom family home that offers a blend of period elegance and modern comfort. Extended in about 2001 there are now four reception rooms, garden room, kitchen/breakfast room, with separate utility/boot room, two en-suite bedrooms and family bathroom.
An attractive period home with bay windows, high corniced ceilings and ornate fireplaces that help create an ambience of understated grandeur. From the moment you walk through the door you feel welcome with light and airy rooms, the feel of a sturdy solid construction and that you are entering a ‘proper’ home. With its symmetric red brick façade then perhaps it’s the image that most children may have or draw of a village home?
Benefitting from the nearby mainline railway stations at Witham or Kelvedon which have a fast and frequent service to London Liverpool Street. Witham being the primary choice and more frequent service is less than 5 miles, Kelvedon is just under 6. Witham commute is 45 minutes to London Liverpool Street. Access to the A12 North and South is less than 5 mile drive.
ACCOMMODATION
Ground Floor
Upon entering, you are greeted by a welcoming entrance hall that leads to the principal reception rooms. To the right the sitting room with bay window, a feature fireplace, and ample room for relaxation. To the left, dual aspect dining room with a feature fireplace and a beautiful bay window, creating a light-filled and inviting space for dining.
To the rear is he bespoke kitchen comprehensively fitted with quality cabinetry, integrated appliances, and incorporating a breakfast table, offering an ideal spot for family meals at all times of the day. To the far left is the door to the large utility providing additional storage and space for laundry appliances. A good size room for the family pet.
To the back of the utility is a very versatile room. Currently used as a gym but ideal for home working, or equally could be the playroom. STPP you could easily remove the wall and open up this area to create a large kitchen/diner.
From the kitchen a door to the immediate right leads to the Snug. Perfect for cozy evenings or early morning relaxing, catching up on the news with the first cup of tea or coffee of the day.
Garden Room with expansive glazing, providing panoramic views of the garden and a perfect space for enjoying the outdoors year-round. Great spot to watch the children running and playing in the garden.
First Floor Accommodation
The first floor is equally spacious, with a central landing giving access to four well-proportioned bedrooms. From standing at the top of the stairs, to the front left is the principal bedroom: A large room with an en-suite shower room and ample space for wardrobes. To the front right is the guest bedroom. Also benefiting from an en-suite shower room. Finally to the back of the landing and facing onto the rear gardens is a third double bedroom, the fourth single and family bathroom.
Outside and garden
The property is set well back from the road, accessed via a long gravel driveway that provides plenty a generous amount of parking
- WHATft S NEARBY
- There are three local farm shops all offering a range of local and fresh products, including sea food at the nearby Great Braxted Farm ShopThere are countryside walks and cycle rides only minutes away and would be great for a family who enjoy Saturday afternoons with the children, tucking into a picnic and enjoying the fresh countryside air. The house is also just a eight-minute drive to the charming village of Goldhanger on the Blackwater Estuary, where you can safely swim and pick samphire on the shore line. Nearby Heybridge Basin is a haven for sailing and boat lovers and those who like a picturesque canal walk, while the market town of Maldon is also within easy reach with plenty to do for the maritime enthusiast. The district is also rich in wildlife and has many natural attractions including Salt Water MarshMaldon also has its promenade park and historic quay and the enjoyable sea wall walks at nearby Heybridge Basin and Goldhanger. For weekly shopping Tiptree or Maldon have a good selection of boutique shops and supermarkets, both within 4 miles. Maldon having the widest selection including Tesco, Lidl, Aldi, Asda and Marks and Spencer 'Simply Food' Tiptree and Maldon both offer a variety of public houses, eateries and take-away facilities, doctors and dentists. The nearest railway stations are Witham or Kelvedon which have a fast and frequent service to London Liverpool Street. Witham being the primary choice, 15 minute maximum drive to the station, then 45 minutes to London Liverpool Street. Access to the A12 North and South is a 10 minute drive. For health and leisure and golfing the clubs and courses at nearby Foresters Park, Braxted Park, Benton Hall and the Five Lakes Country Club. Benton Hall, a 10 minute drive has a superb mix of golf and leisure facilities (including indoor pool) and in house restaurant.
- WITHIN EASY REACH
- The historic City of Colchester is a 20 minute drive north and provides a wider range of boutique shops and larger national stores, plus a wider range of amenities and services.Equally, the City of Chelmsford, which is south of the village and 25 minute drive does offer comparable services and shopping as Colchester.The M25 is to the south west with a journey time by road of approximately 40 minutes. Great Totham does fall into the catchment for both Chelmsford Grammar Schools - KEGS and County High School for Girls, with local pickup bus services. There are also school buses to Colchester Royal Grammar School and the Girls High School. The Independent school at New Hall, Boreham is only a 15 minute journey by car. For true sailing enthusiasts nearby Tollesbury and Mersea Island provide a variety of facilities and moorings. Mersea also has various other watersports including canoeing and paddle boarding,
- SCHOOLS
- A sought after and happy village, with the appeal of the highly regarded local primary school, which maintains a very high standard of education. Maldon, Witham or Tiptree offer a choice of secondary schools or private schooling at Maldon Court Prep School in Maldon or Holmwood House in Stanway Colchester, approximately 5 and 12 miles respectively. New Hall Independent School at Boreham is approximately 13 mile drive. This home is in catchment for both Chelmsford Grammar Schools.
- INFORMATION
- Tenure - FreeholdCouncil Tax Band - FLocal Authority - MaldonServices - mains electric, water, drainage. oil fired central heating Broadband - 470 Mbps available via subscription
- Property reference CWR080213454
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Nick Curtis
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Without a doubt there are two large driving forces for people moving to the area. The excellent range of private and state schools. The grammar schools annually top the league tables across the country. The range of private schools offer a more tailored education and are exceptionally well sought after. The second, being value for money, although, as the town grows, house prices within the area look to rise steadily within the coming years.
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The information displayed about this property comprises a property advertisement. This property advertisement does not constitute property particulars. The information is provided and maintained by chewton rose. Please contact the chewton rose office directly to obtain full property particulars and any information which may be available under the terms of The Energy Performance of Buildings (Certificates and Inspections) (England and Wales) Regulations 2007 and The Home Information Pack Regulations 2007.
