This wonderful four bedroom detached home, situated in arguably Roydon's best private road location, on a generous plot of approximately 0.2 acres. There is off street parking for numerous vehicles on the front driveway and a fantastic studio/workshop and garage complex set to the far rear of the beautifully landscaped gardens. Fully central heated, this could be utilised in several ways, including a home office, work studio, gym or a terrific chill-out zone to escape the hustle and bustle of family life.
Set over two floors with a great versatile layout, the décor is neutral and tasteful, with quality fixtures and fittings throughout including; oak doors, bespoke oak staircase, solid French oak and porcelain tiled floors to the ground floor, gas central heating and double glazing.
You are welcomed to the property through an enclosed porch which opens up into a spacious entrance hall. From here there is a guest cloakroom/w.c. and a small study with fitted furniture. Two generous reception rooms are both set to the front of the house, giving a growing family plenty of space and flexibility. The kitchen breakfast room is beautifully fitted with ample work space and a range style oven for the keen cook, with a separate utility room adjacent. The main living room is light, bright and airy, stretching right across the rear of the house with glazing and wide double doors opening up to the patio terrace and rear garden.
The first floor landing gives access to the principle bedroom which has fitted wardrobes and a modern en-suite shower room. There are three further bedrooms which are served by a luxury bathroom with a bath and separate shower enclosure.
The exterior is as beautifully presented as the interior and the landscaped gardens are a delight. The property sits well back from Grange Lane offering ample driveway parking. Double gates to the side give vehicular access to the studio/garage complex. The rear garden offers two large patio seating areas, one immediately to the rear of the house, the other in front of the studio another great place to sit and relax or entertain. The reminder is laid to an immaculate lawn with mature shrubs, trees and flower borders providing interest and colour throughout the year.
The Accommodation - Front door opening to:
Enclosed Entrance Porch - Tiled floor. Door opening to:
Reception Hall - Turning oak staircase to first floor. Deep under stairs storage cupboard. Recessed cloaks cupboard. Two radiators. Polished French oak floor.
Guest Cloakroom/W.C. - Vanity wash hand basin with cupboard below. Low level w.c. Tiled floor. Extractor fan. Frosted window to side.
Study - 2.77m x 2.16m (9'1" x 7'1") - Fitted with a range of bespoke furniture incorporating desk space with drawers, cupboards and wall mounted shelving.. Inset down-lighting. Polished French oak floor. Double glazed window to side aspect.
Dining Room/ Reception 3 - Double glazed window to front aspect. Polished French oak floor. Radiator. Inset down-lighting.
Sitting Room/ Reception 2 - Double glazed window to front aspect. Attractive cast iron open fire with oak surround and stone hearth. Range of bespoke built-in display and book shelves to one wall. Polished French oak floor. Radiator. Inset down-lighting.
Kitchen Breakfast Room - 4.31m x 3.64m (14'1" x 11'11") - Fitted with a comprehensive range of wall and base units with granite work surfaces over. Tiled to splash-back areas. Freestanding 'Rangemaster' range style cooker to remain with matching illuminated extractor canopy over. Concealed 'Potterton' gas fired boiler. Porcelain tiled floor. Inset down-lighting. Two double glazed windows to side aspect. Door to:
Utility Room - 4.72m x 1.57m (15'5" x 5'1") - Matching wall and base units to kitchen. Inset stainless steel sink and drainer. Spaces for: American style fridge/freezer or side by side fridge and freezer, automatic washing machine, tumble dryer and dishwasher. Porcelain tiled floor. Door opening to garden.
Living Room/ Reception 1 - 6.24m x 4.72m (20'5" x 15'5") - A fabulous room set to the rear of the house. Light, bright and airy, being dual aspect with wide French doors with glazed sidelights and side windows to the rear to take full advantage of access to the beautiful garden. Two radiators. Polished French oak floor. Inset down-lighting.
First Floor - Landing with double glazed window to side aspect. Recessed cupboard.
Principle Bedroom - 4.32m x 3.61m (14'2" x 11'10") - Double glazed window to side aspect. Range of built-in wardrobe cupboards. Eaves storage cupboard. Radiator. Inset down-lighting. Door to:
En-Suite Shower Room - 2.60m x 2.23m (8'6" x 7'3") - Fitted with a modern suite. Glazed shower cubicle with rain-fall shower head and hand held shower attachment.. Low level w.c. Vanity wash hand basin with counter top and cupboards/drawers below. Heated chrome towel rail. Complementary tiling to walls and floor.
Bedroom Two - 4.71m x 3.71m (15'5" x 12'2") - Double glazed window to rear overlooking the lovely rear garden. Built-in double wardrobe cupboard. Radiator. Inset down-lighting.
Bedroom Three - 4.31m x 3.14m narrowing to 2.14m (14'1" x 10'3" - Double glazed window to front aspect. Radiator. Eaves storage cupboard. Inset down-lighting.
Bedroom Four - 3.71m x 2.16m + 1.07m recess (12'2" x 7'1" + 3'6" - Double glazed window to rear aspect. Radiator. Recessed down-lighting.
Luxury Bathroom - Beautifully fitted with tiled panel enclosed bath with mixer tap. Recessed fully tiled shower cubicle with glazed door. Range of built-in cupboards and drawer units with counter top. Low level w.c. with concealed cistern. Vanity wash hand basin. Chrome heated towel rail. Complementary tiling to walls and floor. 'Velux' roof window. Access to loft space.
Exterior - The property benefits from a block paved driveway to the front, providing parking for several vehicles. Double gates gives vehicular access to the side of house up to the studio/garage complex.
There is an outside water tap, courtesy lighting and a super selection of evergreens, shrubs and flowers to borders.
Landscaped Rear Garden - To the immediate rear of the house is a large paved terrace. Step up to the immaculate lawn and an array of natural planting which gives the garden both interest, colour as well as seclusion and privacy.
Studio/Workshop/Garage Complex - 8.24m x 7.52m overall (27'0" x 24'8" overall) - A fabulous addition to the property, sitting right at home at the far end of the garden, this useful building lends itself to a variety of uses and is in 'as new' condition. The current owners have it sub-divided into a studio, workshop and garage space, however this could easily be changed to suit a buyers needs.
Studio Space - 5.31m x 5.08m (17'5" x 16'7") - Double glazed window to side aspect. Fitted with a range of kitchen units with work top space over and tiled splash-backs. Inset stainless steel sink and drainer. Radiator. Porcelain tiled floor. Door to:
W.C - Low level w.c. Vanity wash hand basin. Upvc double glazed window. Porcelain tiled floor.
Workshop Area - 5.09m x 2.09m (16'8" x 6'10") - Range of base units with work surface over. Plenty of power points. Radiator. Door to the far rear of the garden.
Garage Space - 7.50m x 3.00m (24'7" x 9'10") - Electronically operated roller door. Plenty of power points. 'Baxi' gas fired combination boiler serving this building for heating and hot water.
Location - Roydon is a pretty village that sits just on the Herts and Essex borders. The Elms occupies a prime position on a private, no-through lane just moments away from all of the village amenities including a convenience store/post office, pharmacy, pubs/ restaurants and a village primary school. . Roydon is a charming and popular commuter village well located for the neighbouring towns of Epping and Harlow that offer a comprehensive range of shopping and leisure activities.
Approximate distance and journey times: Roydon station is situated just at the far end of the High Street (Stansted Express Line): Liverpool Street 33 minutes, Cambridge 55 minutes.
The M11, M25 and the A10 are also within a comfortable distance for travel by road.
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