Location

Witham: 3.3 miles (railway service to London Liverpool Street from 43 minutes); Hatfield Peverel: 5 miles (London Liverpool Street from 43 minutes); Kelvedon: 4.6 miles (London Liverpool Street from 48 minutes); Chelmsford city: 13 miles (London Liverpool Street from 34 minutes); Felsted: 16 miles. All distances approximate.

The hamlet of Little Braxted lies in an attractive stretch of countryside and woodland on the east side of the River Blackwater, 10 miles north-east of the city of Chelmsford and on the periphery of the village of Wickham Bishops. The house is a short stroll from The Green Man public house.

A good range of everyday facilities can be found in neighbouring Wickham Bishops, and a more extensive choice in the nearby towns of Maldon and Witham, which is on the main line into London Liverpool Street.

Description

A highly attractive, contemporary family home offering light-filled accommodation ideally suited for 21st century living.

The Elms enjoys fine levels of accommodation set over two floors, beautifully decorated in neutral tones throughout and enhanced with quality fittings. In summary, the property provides five bedrooms, including a delightful principal suite, and generous reception and entertaining spaces, perfect for family living and largescale entertaining. The property commands a delightful position within its plot, set back from the lane with a useful range of outbuildings, totaling about 3.2 acres.

Originally constructed in the 1960s, The Elms has undergone an extensive programme of restoration and enlargement, orientated with the principal rooms and the sizeable outdoor entertaining space making the most of the setting and grounds.

The property is entered from the front via a welcoming entrance with a bespoke, floating staircase rising to the first floor. Oak carpentry features throughout the home along with large glazed windows and doors providing an abundance of natural light.

The kitchen is positioned to the rear of the house and is a stunning space, thoughtfully designed with a Nicholas Anthony kitchen incorporating a range of 'smart' appliances. The kitchen is of open-plan design leading to a dining area and comfortable reception space, with views over the gardens and grounds beyond.

The focal point is the Scandinavian-style ceiling-hung light, wood burner and a wide selection of sliding doors opening to an extensive terrace seating area. There is a multipurpose games room, inner hallway, home office and utility room with stairs leading to bedroom five and a bathroom. This part of the house could easily be adapted for annexe accommodation.

The first floor provides four bedrooms and two luxury family bathrooms. Two of the bedrooms provide en suite facilities. The principal bedroom has floor to ceiling windows showcasing the beautiful views and a walk-in wardrobe.

Outside
Externally, there is a useful range of outbuildings providing supplementary accommodation including a gymnasium, office and summerhouse. An extensive terrace wraps around the property adding a wonderful extension to the house, with garden and paddock land beyond. There is a covered bar and outdoor cooking area, ideal for entertaining and alfresco dining. The property is set back from the road over an electronically-operated gated drive.

All in about 3.2 acres.

Services
Mains water and electricity. Oil-fired heating. Private drainage (compliant system).

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