£2,650,000 /Sale price

A substantial country residence on about 4.45 acres with ancillary accommodation. DescriptionDiscreetly positioned within about 4.45 acres of beautifully established grounds, this substantial eight-bedroom, three-storey residence offers an exceptional blend of grandeur, versatility and privacy. It includes ancillary accommodation, a double garage, double cart lodge and sweeping views across St Bartholomew's Church and the River Blackwater countryside. To the ground floor, a striking pilastered storm porch opens into a spacious and welcoming reception hall featuring a beautifully crafted staircase, setting the tone for the elegant accommodation beyond. Double doors lead into an expansive triple-aspect reception room, featuring a wood-burning stove and an abundance of natural light. A separate inner hallway provides access to the formal dining room, cloakroom/WC and a comfortable snug. The heart of the home is the bespoke kitchen/breakfast room, complemented by a utility room. A study links through to a generous dual-aspect family room, perfect for relaxed entertaining or everyday family life.The first floor comprises a galleried landing, leading to two bedroom suites. The principal bedroom boasts a dressing room and a sumptuous en-suite with bath and walk-in shower. Bedroom two also features its own dressing area and en-suite. A secondary inner hallway provides access to three additional bedrooms, all of which are served by a spacious family bathroom.The second floor provides three further well-proportioned bedrooms. One enjoys a private en suite bathroom, while a further family bathroom serves the remaining two bedrooms -ideal for guests, teenagers or extended family.OutsideAccessed via two sets of electric gates, the property sits peacefully back from the road, approached by an extensive driveway offering ample parking for numerous vehicles. A double garage and cart lodge with ancillary accommodation above further enhance the estate's flexibility.The southerly gardens are beautifully landscaped with rolling lawns, mature trees, vibrant planting and a raised sun terrace with steps down to an additional lower terrace. Beyond lies a series of paddocks, a hard tennis court and enchanting views towards the River Blackwater.To one side, a private, secluded garden offers a raised lawn bordered by floral beds and a charming patio area, ideal for quiet reflection or entertaining.Set away from the main house and accessed via a separate driveway, the detached outbuilding offers flexibility. The current layout includes two reception rooms (one used as a hot tub room), an open-plan kitchen/living/dining area, a shower room and a WC - perfect for multi-generational living, guests, or potential rental use.Local AuthorityMaldon District Council Council Tax Band: H With improvement IndicatorLocationWitham: 3 miles, Maldon: 4.5 miles, Chelmsford: 11 miles, Stansted Airport: 25 miles. All distances approximate.Situated in the desirable village of Wickham Bishops, this home enjoys a vibrant yet peaceful setting, with an excellent selection of local amenities including a village shop and Post Office, doctors' surgery, library, church, restaurant and public house.For the active family, the village offers tennis courts, cricket and football pitches, while the nearby town of Witham (just 3 miles) provides a wider array of amenities and a mainline railway station with fast, direct links to London Liverpool Street (approx. 45 minutes). Chelmsford City is just 9 miles away, offers further retail, dining and leisure opportunities.Surrounded by the natural beauty of the River Blackwater and Essex countryside, the area also enjoys close proximity to golf courses, sailing clubs, and exceptional state and independent schooling options.Square Footage: 7,688 sq ft Acreage: 4.45 AcresDirectionsWhat3Words: ///silly.either.senior