For Sale5 Bedroom Detached House in King Street, High Ongar Cm5£1,200,000

A beautifully presented five bedroom character property in the sought-after setting of High Ongar, set within beautiful one acre gardens with a detached Guest Lodge/Office/Studio and detached garage with electric door.  This stylish residence is set within a picturesque setting on the edge of Ongar town centre with eateries, independent shops and amenities including Smiths and Alecs Restaurants.  Rail services are at Brentwood (approx. 9 miles) and Epping (9.5 miles) both offering efficient services into London Liverpool Street. There is excellent schooling in the area including the Brentwood School and Epping St. John CofE School. Approached by a gravelled driveway there is a large garage and electronically operated gates, leading to further ample parking for visitors. From here you can also access a large guest Lodge/office, spread across two floors next to and above the garage with a balcony overlooking the surrounding countryside.   Step inside Greenfinch Cottage into the entrance porch with cloaks storage and a welcoming entrance hallway with spacious fitted guest cloakroom behind the stairs.  Double doors leads into the main reception areas being a dual aspect reception/living room with exposed red brick wall with feature fireplace incorporating a woodburning stove, double doors to the garden and the cosy dining room, being dual aspect.  Adjacent is the breakfast room featuring exposed beams and flagstone floor which leads through to the modern fitted kitchen which features built-in ovens, a hob and dishwasher and adjacent utility room with space for appliances and stable door to outside.  The stunning Garden Room/Orangery is accessed from the breakfast room, creating a wonderful setting to relax and for entertaining, to enjoy views across the garden with double doors to two aspects.  To the first floor are the four double bedrooms - the principal bedroom features built-in wardrobes and an en-suite shower room with walk-in shower.  Bedroom two also features an en-suite shower with views across the garden and open countryside beyond.  There are two further double bedrooms and a main family bathroom, which is fully tiled with a feature bath.   The electronically operated gates provide secure vehicular access entrance to the rear of the property, where there is ample entertaining space with a paved sun terrace offering views across the beautifully landscaped gardens which feature well tended lawns, mature trees and shrubs.  The detached garage features 'The Lodge', a purpose-designed annex / studio / office set over two levels with a lounge/kitchen area and shower room to the ground floor and stairs leading up to the 25ft. bedroom/studio, currently used as an office,  guest accommodation and Cinema Room with double doors opening out onto a balcony where you can sit and enjoy the stunning views. A Summerhouse provides further relaxation space in the garden, together with storage space - there is also a greenhouse and shed.   The Cottage is set within a landscaped plot of approx. one acre occupying a sought-after setting within the Essex countryside - the garden has private access to the surrounding green belt fields and bridle paths.  Ongar town centre, and Blackmore village are on your doorstep and Chelmsford City Centre, Brentwood and Epping being within easy reach.  Nearby main road links (A414) connect to the M11 (M25) and Stansted Airport, together with the A12 and surrounding Essex villages.  A truly unique and beautifully presented property in an idyllic yet convenient setting.