7 bed detached house for sale

Green Close, Chelmsford CM1

Open House Event Saturday 29/08/26 by appointment only; Brought to you by Mark Quinn Properties (TAUK) - 25 Green Close is a substantial seven -bedroomed detached character home occupying a generous plot in the highly sought-after Old Springfield area of Chelmsford. Offering approximately 3,115 sq. Ft of accommodation across three floors, this impressive property provides exceptional space and versatility for a growing or extended family, set in this private and exclusive Cul De Sac.

The ground floor features a welcoming entrance hall, sitting room, substantial living / dining room, spacious kitchen / breakfast room, utility room and cloakroom. Across the upper floors are seven well-proportioned bedrooms, multiple bath and shower rooms and a balcony overlooking the rear garden.

Outside the property benefits from a broad in / out driveway providing ample parking for several cars, an integral garage. There is a generous and sunny rear garden, offering excellent scope for outdoor recreation and entertaining.

While the house requires some improvement and modernisation, this is precisely what makes it such a rare and exciting opportunity. Properties of this size, character and potential seldom become available in this established location. A purchaser has the chance to redesign and enhance the accommodation to suit their own lifestyle, creating a truly special executive family home. With its impressive proportions, extensive garden and desirable setting, 25 Green Close offers enormous potential and must be viewed to be fully appreciated.

About the Area.

Situated within the highly regarded Old Springfield area of Chelmsford, Green Close is a quiet residential private cul-de-sac that has long been sought after by both families and professionals. The location offers an excellent balance of peaceful suburban living whilst remaining within easy reach of Chelmsford city centre, making it one of the city's most desirable residential neighbourhoods.

Families are exceptionally well catered for, with an excellent choice of schools nearby. Primary education is available at Springfield Primary School, The Tyrrells Primary School and Perryfields Junior School, all of which enjoy strong local reputations. Secondary education is served by The Boswells School, one of Chelmsford's highest-performing comprehensive schools, together with Chelmer Valley High School. The city is also renowned for its outstanding grammar schools, including King Edward VI Grammar School (kegs) and Chelmsford County High School for Girls, both attracting pupils from across Essex.

Shopping facilities are excellent. Everyday conveniences are available within Springfield itself, including supermarkets, pharmacies, cafés, takeaways and healthcare facilities. Chelmsford city centre is a walk or short drive / bus journey away. Offering an extensive retail experience centred around Bond Street, High Chelmer Shopping Centre and The Meadows, with John Lewis, M&S, Flannels, The White Company, Everyman Cinema and an excellent selection of independent cafés, restaurants and bars. Chelmsford has been recognised as one of the East of England's best places to live thanks to its outstanding amenities, schools and ongoing investment.

The area is equally attractive for those who enjoy outdoor recreation. Central Park, located close to the city centre, offers tennis courts, children's play areas, riverside walks, ornamental gardens and seasonal events. Nearby Admirals Park and Tower Gardens provide further open green spaces alongside the River Can, whilst Chelmer Park and the scenic Chelmer & Blackwater Navigation offer excellent walking, cycling and running routes. Slightly further afield, the magnificent Hylands Park, with its historic house, woodland walks, adventure playground and regular outdoor events, is one of Essex's premier country parks.

Residents are also spoilt for choice when it comes to dining and traditional pubs, together with numerous restaurants, wine bars and independent eateries. The nearby villages of Writtle and Boreham also provide highly regarded country pubs including Horse & Groom and The Chequers.

Commuters are particularly well served. Chelmsford Railway Station which is walking distance provides frequent Greater Anglia services to London Liverpool Street, with the fastest journey times taking approximately 29-35 minutes, making the location ideal for those travelling into the City. The recently opened Beaulieu Park railway station is also within easy reach.

Road users benefit from easy access to the A12, linking directly with the M25, London, Colchester and the wider Essex road network.

Public transport is excellent, with frequent First Essex bus services operating throughout Springfield. Nearby routes include the 47, providing links between Broomfield Hospital, North Springfield, Springfield Park Estate, Chelmer Village and Oaklands Park. The 71 and X71 connect Chelmsford with Colchester via local villages, while the 73,73A and 73B provide regular services between Chelmsford and Maldon. In addition, Chelmsford Bus Station offers an extensive network of local and regional services throughout the city and surrounding villages, ensuring convenient access whether travelling for work, education or leisure.

Overall, Green Close enjoys an enviable position within a thriving, family-friendly community, offering outstanding schools, excellent shopping, superb leisure facilities, plentiful green open spaces and exceptional transport connections, all combining to make this one of Chelmsford's most desirable places to call home

Reception Hallway

Part Glazed entrance door and glazed side panel to the welcoming reception hallway. Feature return staircase with inset glass panelling. Small understairs storage cupboard. Large walk in storage cupboard housing wiring for Cat 5 connections, multiple power sockets. Radiator. Spotlights

Downstairs Cloakroom

Vanity unit encompassing wash hand basin and low - level WC. Fully tilled walls. Extractor Fan. Window to side

Utility Room

Step down to this versatile space. Comprising single drainer sink unit, set in long expanse of work surface with cupboards below. Space for washing machine and separate dryer. Picture window to the front. Side door leading to side pathway. Block parquet flooring

Kitchen / Breakfast Room

An expansive and open plan space overlooking the huge garden patio and garden beyond.

Kitchen Zone: Attractive and unused fitted kitchen in white high gloss finish units and contrasting acrylic worksurfaces with white fleck. Good range of base cupboards with saucepan drawers, wall mounted cupboards above. Inset Neff dishwasher, double inset Neff ovens, inset Neff induction hob, extractor fan above. Wine Fridge. Further cupboard space. Spot - lights to the ceiling. Grey slate floor. Window to side.

Breakfast / Family Zone: Ample space for a large dining room table and chairs. Window to side. Square bay widow to the rear. Sliding patio doors to the garden patio. Two radiators. Ceiling spotlights. Continuous grey slate flooring

Sitting Room

A cosy and well proportioned room with feature fireplace. Feature picture bay window to the front. Radiator. Full width folding louvre doors to the Lounge / Dining Room

Lounge / Dining Room

A substantial and versatile room at the heart of this family home. Plenty of space in the lounge area for a large sofa set and furniture. The dining space easily accommodates a six seater table. Full width bifold doors opening onto the large garden patio. Further window to the garden. Two radiators

Stairs To First Floor Landing

Attractive feature return staircase to the first floor landing, with oak effect detailing and glazed panels

First Floor Bedrooms

Bedroom One

Window to rear. Radiator

En Suite

Brand new en - suite fittings. Vanity wash hand basin. Low flush WC. Luxury multi feature shower fitting in double width shower. Fully tiled. Heated towel rail

Bedroom Two

Window to front. Radiator

En Suite

Brand new en - suite fittings. Vanity wash hand basin. Low flush WC. Luxury multi feature shower fitting in double width shower. Fully tiled. Heated towel rail

Bedroom Three

Window to rear. Radiator. Double opening doors to the balcony

Balcony

The balcony extends to the full with of the bedroom. There is a tiled floor and contemporary glass panel screening with stainless steel fittings

Bedroom Four

Dual aspect windows to the rear / side. Radiator

En Suite Bathroom

Brand new suite. Panel enclosed bath. Low flush WC. Bidet. Pedastal wash hand basin. Window to side. Radiator

Bedroom Five

Bay window to front. Radiator

Family Bathroom

Brand new suite. Panel enclosed bath. Low flush WC. Bidet. Floating vanity wash hand basin. Shower cubile with thermostatically controlled shower. Window to front. Fully tiled

Second Floor Bedrooms

Bedroom Six

Windows to front and rear. Velux windows. Vaulted ceilings

Bedroom Seven / Possible Kitchenette

Velux windows. Large wardrobe or dressing room space

Second Floor Shower Room

Shower cubilcle. Low flush WC. Pedastal wash hand basin. Window to rear

Potential Annexe Opportunity

Due to the configuration of bedrooms six and seven on the second floor, there is the possibility for use as a self contained annexe with two bedrooms or possibly using the seventh bedroom as a small kitchen. This would be subject to building and planning regulations being satisfied

Outside Front

There is an imposing frontage with a good size resin driveway, providing in / out access. Side gate to rear garden pathway with bin storage

Outside Rear

The rear garden is truly impressive and as you would expect enjoys mature shrub and tree borders planting, with a good size lawn. The sunny aspect is utilised by the expansive patio with plenty of space for entertaining