5 Bedroom detached house | Kelvedon Road, Wickham Bishops | £1,100,000

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5 Bedroom detached house ● Kelvedon Road, Wickham Bishops ● £1,100,000

An immaculate spacious five bedroom modern home in this sought after village. Superb stylish German kitchen, three bathrooms. Including two en-suite, principle one being simply stunning. One of only five built in 2005, and the only property to have its own driveway and extensive off street parking.

Offers invited in excess of £1,100,000

PLEASE NOTE OUR VENDORS HAVE FOUND A PROPERTY TO BUY CHAIN FREE SO CAN MOVE VERY QUICKLY

WHAT WE SAY
This property truly stands out above all others currently on the market in the area — not only those at a similar price point but even some listed at significantly higher values. It is a simply stunning village home that is ready for you to move straight into, having been updated to a modern standard that reflects today’s style and taste.
The kitchen is timeless, crafted with top-quality materials, and the en-suite wet room is exceptional — a feature rarely seen at this price point, rivaling even some that are found in multi-million-pound homes.
If you're looking for a stylish, modern family home in a friendly and diverse village community — within walking distance to the heart of the village, within catchment for Chelmsford grammar schools, short distance to New Hall independent school and short walk to a highly regarded primary school. Less than 4 miles to to a mainline station — then look no further.

SUMMARY
Set in the sought after village of Wickham Bishops that is less than 15 minutes to be on the platform at Witham mainline station, 45 minute journey to London Liverpool Street. This home is a short walk to the village centre – including local convenience store/post office and public house, beauty salon, hairdressers, tennis club and, the much sought after Great Totham Primary School.

Our vendors will miss the convenience not only of the station and village but the nearby numerous walks and cycle routes into open countryside

UPDATES
Our vendors have kept their home in pristine condition and over the last 20 years have ensured that their home has been kept updated and now presents an property that is far superior to most new build homes of a similar size. No expense spared.

These updates include an incredible TecLifestyle German Hacker kitchen that is of high end quality. Unlike the neighbouring properties they have reconfigured the principle bedroom. Stylish with its vaulted ceiling, and created a fantastic en-suite bathroom, TechLifestyle Hansgrohe/Laufen wet=room with XXL rainmaker shower - an absolute amazing feature.

They have added new aluminium bi-folding doors to the lounge and kitchen, that in the summer is a must have feature to bring the outside in. All windows to the rear of the property have also been replaced.

Externally the entrance gate is now electric, which makes it effortless to ensure that children and pets are safe when returning home. An electric roller door has been fitted to the double garage. The garden has been completely levelled and landscaped with the key feature of the gazebo at the bottom of the garden that is a perfect area to enjoy late summer evenings, with al-fresco dining, plenty of wine and a place to debate, discuss and put the world to rights or simply have fun and laughter with friends and family .

Adding on the beneficial expense of solar panels then in total updates amounting to over £200,000 which further goes to lift this property above and beyond its neighbours.

ACCOMMODATION
One of only five homes built in 2005 by Crest Nicholson and the only property that benefits from an electric gated entrance and its own driveway, with off street parking for several vehicles. A spacious home, internally approximately 2528 sq ft. Why settle for second best?

Three reception rooms, utility and, at the rear, a capacious kitchen/diner with a recently installed high end German Hacker kitchen. The quality and timeless style is hard to beat.

Five double bedrooms with three bathrooms, including two en-suite with the principle bedroom having a luxurious en-suite wet-room and a bank of wardrobes that should satisfy most couples needs.. A very stylish bedroom with top end en-suite and finish.

GROUND FLOOR
Set well back from the road with its own driveway and electric gated entrance that leads to a generous driveway for several vehicles and a double garage to the rear.

Hard wearing and easy to clean Amtico flooring to the majority of the ground floor. The main entrance opens to a spacious light hallway with large cloak/storage cupboard to the rear. To the left are double doors leading into the sitting room with feature fireplace and bi-folding. Doors opening to the large patio area and perfect in summer months to bring ‘the outside’ in. To the right of the hall is a large reception room built as and currently used as a dining room. With the capacious kitchen / diner this room would be perfect as the children’s playroom. Down the hallway to the kitchen/diner, door to the left leads to cloakroom/WC and with two doors to the right, one being the utility, with plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer, the other the study that is currently used as a gym.

The kitchen/diner to the rear of the house wants for nothing. Careful thought and choice of high end material and products provides class and style. Integrated Neff appliances including induction hob, double oven and combi microwave and warming draw. Full size fridge and full size freezer are a family must. To the right of the kitchen is a large island. Great as a prep area that with bar stools doubles up as a breakfast bar. Bi-fold doors open onto the rear patio and west facing garden.

FIRST FLOOR
Five double bedroom. To the front right is the second bedroom with a range of built in wardrobes and updated en-suite shower room. To the right middle is the family bathroom. To the left front is the smallest double and large double, currently used as an office, to rear is the fourth double bedroom
The principle bedroom at the back is simply stunning reconfigured from the original layout with a spectacular and stunning en-suite bathroom and bank of fitted wardrobes. This is a light and spacious room with vaulted ceiling and double doors and Juliette balcony overlooking the rear garden.

OUTSIDE
To the front and left is a very generous driveway that leads down to the double garage with electric doors. The EV charge point to remain, The west facing rear garden has been landscaped and leveled and, fitted with high quality artificial grass, that could be easily returned to lawn is desired. To left of the kitchen and rear of the sitting room is the main patio area. To the bottom right of the garden is a sturdy and quality built gazebo, perfect for alfresco eating late into the evening if desired. Relax in style with friends and family.

Beyond the rear fence are the village playing fields and tennis club

WHATft S NEARBY: The village of Wickham Bishops is a popular location within North Essex and the centre of an active community for all age groups. The village is well served by local amenities, notably the Church of St Bartholomew’s, village hall, library, One-Stop general store with Post Office, doctor’s surgery, two nearby Public Houses. There is also a sports field with a cricket club, football teams and tennis courts.The village is also home to an excellent Beavers, Cubs & Scout Group with great outdoor space. There is also a local riding school.15 minutes to be on the platform at Witham mainline station, 45 minute journey to London Liverpool Street.
WITHIN EASY REACH: The historic waterfront town of Maldon is a short 10 minute drive with a selection of supermarkets – including Tesco, Lidl and Aldi, local national stores and some individual boutique shops. There is also an abundance of eateries and take-away facilities. Just outside the village is Benton Hall Golf and Country Club with a selection of golfing facilities, a health and fitness centre, with superb indoor pool and in-house restaurant. The town of Witham is just 3 miles to the west offering a greater range of shops including supermarkets, together with its railway station providing a regular service to London Liverpool Street with an approximate journey time of 45 minutes. The nearby city of Chelmsford is just 9 miles to the south west providing a full and comprehensive range of commercial, shopping and entertainment amenities.This area, at the heart of North Essex, is well placed for numerous leisure activities including a number of golf clubs in the area, together with the River Blackwater to the east catering for a broad range of walking, bird watching and sailing pursuits. The area is also particularly well served for all levels of education; both private and state.The A12 north and south are within a 10 minute drive.
SECONDARY SCHOOLS: Wickham Bishops is within the catchment area for Chelmsford Grammar Schools, with a bus service from the village centre that also has a service to secondary / grammar schools in Southend, and Colchester. It’s a 20 minute drive to the Independent New Hall School at Boreham and the same to Holmwood House Independent School in ColchesterColchester Grammar Schools and the independent schools in Lexden, Colchester - Oxford House, Colchester High School, St Marys are all 20-25 minute drive. In nearby Maldon, Maldon Court Preparatory School is also only a 10-15 minute drive
SERVICES: TENURE – FreeholdLOCAL AUTHORITY - MaldonMains water, electric and drainage. Oil fired central heatingHigh Speed Internet, subject to subscription16 x Solar Panels fitted 2013 with 25 year guarantee and have 20 year £1000 credit annually to 2033 included totalling £9000 in value to homeowner to set against future electric bills.