For Sale5 Bedroom Cottage in The Street, Pleshey, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3£1,165,000
Property Type
Cottage
Bedrooms
× 5
Bathrooms
× 2
Receptions
× 4
Tenure
Freehold
Guide Price
£1,165,000
Key Features
- Character cottage with versatile accommodation
- Five bedrooms & two bathrooms
- Four reception rooms
- Bespoke kitchen/breakfast room
- Library room
- Utility room
- Boot room
- Mature plot in just over 0.3 acres
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Description
A fine example of an outstanding character cottage located in the historical village of Pleshey
Full of character and charm, a fine example of a beautifully appointed Grade II Listed property, set within this popular Essex village.
The porch leads into a welcoming reception room with feature Inglenook fireplace featuring an open fireplace. Exposed beams divide this room and the dining room. Adjacent is a further dual aspect reception room featuring another open Inglenook fireplace. The third reception room offers stairs to the first floor leading through to a study/bedroom. The extended area of the property with oak framing, creates a spacious kitchen/breakfast/family room with two sets of bi-folding doors where you can sit, dine and enjoy views across the stunning gardens. This area has underfloor heating with two zoned heating points. The bespoke kitchen is fitted with range of traditional cream units with granite worktops, a breakfast bar, four oven Aga and built-in appliances.
To the first floor the principal bedroom features a walk-in wardrobe and, together with an adjacent double bedroom, share a stylish bathroom. There is a large bedroom to the front aspect and, to the other end of the landing, two additional bedrooms, share a shower room. We understand there are also four loft spaces.
Set within beautifully landscaped gardens and to the front aspect is a private gated entrance leading into a gravelled driveway offering parking for several vehicles. A large paved sun terrace offers ample space for al fresco entertaining and relaxation to enjoy views over the landscaped gardens, offering mature trees and shrubs, well-tended lawns, pathways and a large outbuilding which includes a wood store. Beyond is an area used for growing vegetables with a greenhouse.
Local Authority: Chelmsford City Council Services: Mains electricity, water and drainage. Oil fired central heating. Council Tax: Band G Tenure: Freehold Partially re-roofed approx. 2-3 years ago. New boiler approx. 2 years ago.
This property has 0.32 acres of land. Situation
Butlers is situated in the heart of of the sought after village of Pleshey with local amenities including a village hall which hosts clubs and events, a popular public house, a parish church and a picturesque village green by the moat of Pleshey Castle. Nearby Great Waltham offers a convenience store and post office, along with a coffee shop and primary school, whilst Little Waltham has additional facilities including a medical surgery and pharmacy. Chelmsford is within easy reach and provides a vibrant centre with historic architecture and excellent shopping options. The city also offers a wealth of restaurants, cafés and bars, a superb leisure and recreational facilities. Commuters are catered with regular rail services into London Liverpool Street.
Directions
From Chelmsford take the B1008 towards The Walthams follow the signs left through Great Waltham continuing out of the village into the countryside. Take the next turning on the left hand side signposted Pleshey. Proceed into the village of Pleshey Butlers can be found on the right hand side, just after Back Lane.