3 bed detached house for sale

Chipping Hill, Witham, Essex CM8

Wonderful Grade II listed family home, minutes from station.

Description
Ideally located just 300m from Witham train station, offering regular fast trains to London, this home is perfect for commuters and homeworkers alike. Situated in the highly sought-after Chipping Hill conservation area, with easy access to amenities The Old House blends history and modern living. Dating back to C1600, with sympathetic extensions, this beautifully maintained Grade II listed property offers character and charm alongside contemporary conveniences.

The ground floor comprises a cosy living room with exposed beams, brickwork and a working open fireplace, plus a second reception room, currently used as a children's playroom but equally suited as a dining room. The kitchen/diner features bespoke Shaker-style cabinetry, crafted by renowned local makers Humphrey Munson, an electric Aga and underfloor heating. A welcome addition is the striking sunroom with double height ceiling, adding further light and space.

Upstairs, there are three generous double bedrooms, including a dual aspect principal bedroom with a walk-in wardrobe and loft room access. Bedrooms two and three feature built-in wardrobes and open fireplaces (not in use). The stylish bathroom includes a waterfall shower and underfloor heating.

The wonderful south-facing garden, complete with a well-appointed garden office, offers a tranquil retreat and an exceptional outdoor living space. Set on about 0.41 acres (sts), the plot includes a double garage and three additional parking spaces. A large patio with a wisteria adorned pergola, provides outdoor dining and seating areas. There are two sheds, a greenhouse and a vegetable patch. Beyond a garden gate lies another large area with a fire pit and fruit trees. The River Brain forms the southern boundary.

Services
Mains water, electricity, gas and drainage.

Location
Witham station: 0.2 mile; Witham High Street 0.5 mile, A12: 1 mile, Chelmsford: 12.5 miles, Stansted: 22 miles (all distances approximate).

Transport connections make the location popular with commuters. Witham railway station offers frequent services to London Liverpool Street which takes between 44 – 50 minutes, as well as routes to Chelmsford, Colchester and the Braintree branch line. By road, the nearby A12 provides fast links to Chelmsford, Colchester and the wider motorway network, including the M25.

The property is well served by a range of schools. For younger children, there are several well-regarded primary schools nearby, including Ofsted rated ‘good’ Acorn Academy, Holy Family Catholic Primary, Templars Academy and Howbridge. Top grammar schools nearby include Chelmsford County High School for girls, King Edward V1 Grammar for boys, Colchester Grammar School for Boys and Colchester County High School for girls.

Square Footage: 1,649 sq ft



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