For Sale7 Bedroom Detached House in Wigley Bush Lane, South Weald, Brentwood, Essex, CM14£4,500,000

An elegant period country house dating from the early 19th century and situated in a private and rural position with outstanding countryside views. This impressive Georgian mansion stands within its own grounds of approximately 26 acres (STLS) including lakes, a secondary two bedroom cottage, a large traditional stable block with groom’s flat above, additional stables and a further range of outbuildings including a large barn. The grounds have far-reaching views and include paddocks, parkland, a lake as well as formal gardens. The property is accessed via three gated entrances with a further two that are not currently in use, however to note one leads to the rear of the cottage and another within the fence line giving access into the fields off of Weald Park Way Road. Main House - Ground floor The accommodation has been thoughtfully remodelled and fully refurbished by the current owners to provide an exceptional family home whilst still retaining much charm and many original character features. The property is accessed to the front through an imposing Palladian exterior with four Corinthian style, full-height columns sheltering the entrance. A wonderful reception hall extends the full depth of the house and includes a grand, bifurcated staircase. The south wing includes a light-filled drawing room with a fireplace, original corning and double French doors leading out onto a stone terrace and overlooking the lawned gardens. To the rear is a sitting room with a fireplace and views over the grounds. The dining room is accessed from the reception hall. The north wing, adjoining the hall, includes a bespoke kitchen/breakfast room with an extensive range of handmade units, integrated appliances, large central island unit and space for a dining table. An inner hall leads to a bespoke fitted study and the plant room, a utility room, a cloakroom and stairs to the lower pool room. Lower Ground Floor This provides a pool room with in-ground heated pool, steam room, shower room and jacuzzi hot tub. The room has access on to a garden terrace to the south. First floor A full galleried landing stands at the centre. To the south the principal bedroom suite, with en-suite bathroom and dressing room, enjoys panoramic views over the estate to the south and east. A stone retained balcony runs along the entire first floor on the southern elevation with the bedroom and en suite bathroom accessing this via double doors. On the opposite side of the landing are four further bedrooms – all of which have en suite facilities including underfloor heating and a snug. All of the bedrooms have high ceilings and deep windows, designed to provide space and light. Traditional brick Coach House This is immediately accessible from the house and separated by a brick courtyard. Constructed in stock brick with a central midstray, there are 2 old stables and a store room to one side and a games room on the other with a groom’s flat over. An inner courtyard separates garaging and workshop. Cottage The cottage is situated on the northern edge of the estate beyond the traditional stable yard – a detached two bedroom cottage with weatherboard elevations under a clay tiled roof. Hangar Barn/Stabling Situated to the south-east with a separate access from Wigley Bush Lane and currently used as indoor stabling, the barn has seven stables with water, wash bay, solarium and a tack room, with a store at first floor level and non slip rubber matting throughout. The barn extends to over 5,000 sq ft. Gardens and grounds There are two entrances into the estate from Wigley Bush Lane, both with electric gates. The first accesses the southern side of the estate, passing between two lakes to a large hangar barn. The main entrance opens to a substantial courtyard in front of the house. The gardens lie to the south, predominantly laid to lawn with an adjoining split-level terrace. To the east, mature parkland includes some magnificent ancient trees and two ponds. Paddocks are separated by post and rail fencing, including a full sized Equestrian surfaces wax track ménage. N.B- There is an lapsed but previously approved planning permission to build an indoor school & stable complex, measuring 50m x 30m with Hay & Tractor store. The Hanger barn and existing buildings have had a positive pre application to replace with 5 dwellings. In all about 26 acres Reference SMG230114