4 bedroom house for sale

Forming part of a striking early 1800’s manor
house in the sought-after village of Writtle, this
stylish character filled property offers stunning
original features, a private garden, use of
extensive communal gardens, and a range of
attractive accommodation across three lightfilled floors.

The grand entranceway with stairs, store
cupboard and cloakroom opens to the
handsome sitting room with its high corniced
ceiling, dado rails, rich exposed floorboards,
original dual sash and shuttered windows
with scenic views of the grounds, and an
open Victorian fireplace with ornate surround.
The bright stylish kitchen, also with a pair of
shuttered sash windows, features an array of
bespoke cabinetry with granite worksurfaces,
a central breakfast bar with inset butler sink
and various luxury appliances including a large
range cooker, complemented by original wood
panelling. The open-plan space is flooded with
further natural light via the impressive orangery/
dining room alongside, with its sizeable domed
skylight and French doors to the private
terraced garden.

There are four well-proportioned bedrooms
enjoying an array of tranquil aspects and
characterful features arranged across the
top two floors. The rooms are well served by
a Victorian-style shower room with walk-in
shower on the first floor and a bathroom with
a four-piece copper detail suite including a
freestanding clawfoot bathtub on the second
floor.

The property sits in a striking elevated position,
boasting outstanding south facing views, with
the use of a sweeping in-and-out gravelled
driveway that leads up to the fine manor house.

It also benefits from its own detached garage,
ample space for parking, a peaceful private garden and access to substantial communal gardens
with far reaching views. It provides the ideal spot for entertaining and al fresco dining amid the
picturesque surroundings and tall specimen
trees of the estate.