Chivers Road, Stondon Massey, Brentwood, Essex

Chivers occupies a private location, standing towards the centre of its own grounds and approached over a long drive with an electric gated entrance. The house has attractive part render/part hanging tiled elevations under a tiled roof, with neighbouring red brick annexe. The combined property offers beautifully finished and well-proportioned accommodation which extends to just over 5,200 sq ft and is arranged over two floors.

The main house is approached through a fine entrance hall adjoining which are three formal reception rooms, the sitting room, family room, and drawing room; all of which offer a light and spacious feel with feature bay windows and fireplaces fitted with log burning stoves. Whilst the heart of this period, yet unlisted home, is the newly finished open plan kitchen/breakfast/ dining room, with vaulted ceiling, beautifully finished bespoke cabinetry with feature island, and French doors that open out on two sides onto the south facing courtyard and pool area, making the perfect family entertaining spot. There is also a cloakroom and across the courtyard is a washroom/utility.

To the first floor, are five good sized bedrooms, and the family bathroom. Of particular note, the principal bedroom has two bay windows, a substantial dressing room and beautifully finished ensuite bathroom with separate shower. There is also an en suite to the second bedroom and of particular note, the gardens and grounds can be enjoyed from all aspects.

Independent from the main house is ‘The Loft’, also arranged over two floors and built in a Scandinavian style. The ground floor comprises two double bedrooms, both with en suite facilities and separated by a open communal area, whilst the first floor is a fully vaulted open plan living/family/kitchen area with panoramic views of the beautiful grounds and lake, access to a balcony/terrace to enjoy the morning coffee, and a third bedroom with ensuite bathroom. The vendors have also gained planning permission to link this by way of a glass walkway to the main house should buyers need to combine the two properties.

Approached over a gently curving, private driveway, the approach sweeps through an impressive gated entrance, towards the house, the Loft and parking area. Chivers sits nestled within secluded grounds, with an abundance of mature trees providing plenty of privacy. The gardens are laid mainly to well-maintained lawns and interspersed by specimen tress, some parterre gardens, post and rail paddocks and a tranquil lake creating quite the setting. The formal gardens are south facing and enclosed by a brick walled surround with rambling climbing plants that make the perfect setting for outdoor entertaining with the heated pool and patio accompanied by doors into the kitchen/family space.

A wide array of useful outbuildings can be found within the grounds, from carports, garaging, barns and stables. A yard sits away from the main house which is accompanied by stables and workshop, an enclosed paddock and equestrian manege, making this the ideal family home for those who enjoy horses or wish to graze other animals.

Chivers is located between the village of Stondon Massey and Brentwood Town, giving it the best of both worlds; a lovely stretch of open countryside and local pub to enjoy, whilst being a few minutes from all the amenities and commuter links on offer.

Stondon Massey is a delightful parish situated between Brentwood and Chipping Ongar and surrounded by open countryside. There is an excellent range of shops and amenities at Chipping Ongar including a Sainsbury’s supermarket and a variety of banks, traditional shops, pubs and restaurants. Brentwood to the south has a more comprehensive range of shopping and recreational facilities together with the renowned Brentwood School. Other notable schools within easy reach include King Edward Grammar School, Chelmsford County High School for Girls, New Hall, Felsted School and St. Nicholas School at Old Harlow. The property is well located for the commuter seeking good access to London.

There are mainline stations at Shenfield and Brentwood and nearby tube lines being Epping and the nearly finished Elizabeth line. Road access to the M25 is to the west of Brentwood and the M11 to the south of Harlow.

Local Authority: Brentwood
Services: Mains electricity and water. Private
Drainage. Oil fired central heating.
Council Tax: Band H
Tenure: Freehold