5 bed detached house for sale

Chelmsford, Essex, Chelmsford CM1

Chignal Road is a light, airy and stylishly appointed detached house, sitting on a private enclave of properties in a popular north west Chelmsford location. The property features attractive brick and rendered elevations, as well as clean, elegant décor and contemporary fittings, all set within peaceful landscaped gardens.

On the ground floor, the welcoming reception hall leads to two beautifully presented reception rooms. These include the formal sitting room with its wooden flooring and south-facing bi-fold doors opening to the rear gardens. There is also a generous family room adjoining the kitchen in an open-plan layout, with porcelain floor tiling, a brick-built fireplace with a log burner and space for both a seating area and a dining area. The kitchen itself has sleek, modern fitted units, a central island with a breakfast bar and integrated appliances, as well as further bi-folds opening to the sunny gardens.

The turned, oak staircase with its glass balustrade leads to the first-floor landing, off which there are three well-appointed double bedrooms. These include the luxury principal bedroom with its balcony, walk-in wardrobe and en suite shower room. One further first-floor bedroom is en suite, with the family bathroom also found on this level. Stairs continue to the second floor, where there are two further double bedrooms, eaves storage space and an additional shower room.

The house is set back from the road on a private enclave with the block-paved driveway at the front providing plenty of parking space, as well as access to the detached single garage. The gardens are mostly to the rear, and benefit from a sunny south and east-facing aspect, they include a patio area for al fresco dining, border beds with various shrubs, and lawn, shaded by mature trees for a sense of peace and privacy.

General
Local Authority: Chelmsford City Council
Services: All mains services connected.
Solar panels and an EV charger are installed.
Council Tax: Band G
EPC Rating: B
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The property is located a mile and a half from Chelmsford city centre, in the north west of the city. There are various amenities in the local area, while Chelmsford has a vibrant and bustling centre, with plenty of historic architecture and excellent shopping options, with the High Chelmer Shopping Centre and Meadows Shopping Centre, along with the pedestrianised High Street. The city is also home to a wealth of excellent restaurants, cafés and bars, and boasts superb leisure and recreational facilities.

Outstanding-rated state schooling is available at King Edward VI Grammar School or Chelmsford County High School for Girls, along with several outstanding primary schools, while Chelmsford is also home to a number of reputable independent schools. The property’s location is extremely convenient for transport connections, with the mainline station just over a mile away (40 minutes to London Liverpool Street), and the A12 within five miles.