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Occupying a plot of almost exactly 1 ACRE in this sought-after village and looking like a large, fairly wide Bungalow from the front, this is in fact an enormous 5,428sq ft chalet bungalow with a further fully detached, 2,260sq ft double storey building in the rear garden which from the outside, looks for all intents and purposes a detached chalet style house.

There is the clear potential (subject to Planning of course) to enlarge the first floor to create a gargantuan residence, which coupled with the huge rear outbuilding, would make for one of the largest and most impressive family homes in the area.

Internally, a huge double height Hall gives a real sense of space about the property, with the wide Oak staircase sweeping up to the first-floor Galleried Landing. A Central Ornate Brick fireplace separates the 20ft x 19ft Lounge from the 21ft x 19ft `Bar` area, itself open plan through to the Games Room

(pool table etc). Two further adjoining 18ft x 15ft rear rooms are presently used as a rear Sitting Room and Dining Room plus, a further Reception Room and Study give the options of being bedrooms 6 & 7.

A luxury classic style Granite topped Kitchen complete with an AGA is complimented by a large Utility Room and there are two ground floor WC Rooms.

The two principle Bedrooms are both on the ground floor and both also come with modern Ensuites. There is also a stunning ground floor Bathroom featuring a raised area for the freestanding Bath and a large separate glazed shower.

Upstairs are two further bedrooms and a potential third bedroom too. All serviced by a first-floor bathroom with bath plus separate shower cubicle.


We have called the rear ancillary building `The Chalet` as that is what it resembles. This 2,260sq ft (210sq m) Leisure building has two voluminous main areas/rooms on the ground floor, one housing a Hot-Tub with adjoining Changing Rooms including a shower, the other arranged as a large Living area with a granite topped bar to one side. The perfect party pad!
Upstairs a large entertaining area has double doors opening out to a balcony and an adjoining very spacious Kitchen/Diner. There are loos both upstairs and down and the building is double glazed.

The balance of the grounds includes an outside pool, patio, extensive lawn and a plenteous In/Out Drive providing parking for numerous vehicles.

Ramsden Bellhouse Village itself is highly sought after, with an active and friendly community plus the neighbouring town of Billericay has a mainline link to the city (London Liverpool Street in 35 minutes).
Glebe Road is one of the premier Private roads in the village, with a very handy local convenience store incorporating a post office, on the corner.
Further shops and the highly regarded Downham Church of England primary school to be found in the adjacent village of Ramsden Heath.
The nearby town of Billericay offers a comprehensive range of amenities including a thriving high street, good schools (both state and private) and recreational facilities together with a mainline rail service to London Liverpool Street (35 minutes, Monday-Friday).
Within easy reach is Chelmsford which boasts the renowned King Edward Grammar School, Chelmsford County High School for girls and New Hall Convent school.

This property really is something different to the norm, so if you are looking for bountiful square footage and the ability to develop your Dream Home, then this could be the opportunity you have been waiting for.


The accommodation:


A heavy solid wood door opens through to the:

HUGE RECEPTION HALL

Double height giving a real sense of light and air, this makes for a great first impression. 4 radiators provide a warm winter welcome.


WC ROOM

Off the hall, this is one of two Guest WC`s on the ground floor. This one is fully tiled and has a modern refitted suite with a back-to-wall WC with concealed cistern within a Maple effect unit and small contemporary style basin.


REAR FORMAL LOUNGE 25ft x 19ft (7.62m x 5.79m)

The measurements include the central full height brick fireplace with acts as a divider to the `Bar area beyond. A large rear window and two high level windows provide plenty of light.

A step down either side of the fireplace to:


The `BAR & GAMES ROOM` 34ft 9" x 24ft (10.59m x 7.31m) narrowing to 20ft 7" (6.27m)

In effect two areas, open pan to each other. A main `Bar Area` 21ft x 19ft (6.40m x 5.79m) and a `Games Room/Area` 24ft x 17ft 6" (7.31m x 5.33m) approx. You will have friends wanting to come over all the time! Evidently the current owners have had some wonderful parties and gatherings here.

The BAR AREA is the other side of the Fireplace in the Lounge and comes complete with a proper Bar, curving round with the wall behind. It has a sink, provision for a fridge and the Intercom

(wired we gather but not set up and working) would make a great way to order drinks from the other intercoms in the house!

The GAMES AREA is plenty big enough for a Snooker/Pool Table and a useful cupboard in the corner provides great storage.


REAR SITTING ROOM 18ft 1" x 15ft 4" (5.51m x 4.67m)

The full height ornate brick fireplace has an electric `wood burning Stove` effect heater and a set of French Doors opening out to the rear Patio. A cosy informal Lounge, open plan to the luxury Kitchen so as the nights draw in and the weather turns cold it makes for the perfect, warm, comfortable living room day or evening.


DINING ROOM 18ft 1" x 15ft (5.51m x 4.57m)

As the Vendor says, the ideal size Dining Room. Well proportioned, this room takes a large table with ease, thus the perfect setting for large dinner gatherings like Christmas Day, etc. Like the adjoining Rear Sitting Room, a set of French Doors open out to the rear Patio and a further set of double doors lead through to the Formal Lounge.


6th RECEPTION/OPTIONAL BEDROOM 6 12ft x 11ft (3.65m x 3.35m)

Currently arranged as a TV Room, this versatile front room would make a great Play Room or additional bedroom.


STUDY 9ft 6" x 6ft 6" (2.89m x 1.98m)

With a side facing window.


KITCHEN 20ft 3 x 13ft (6.17m x 3.96m)

This fully fitted luxury ?Shaker` kitchen with light Oak units and Granite worktops has a timeless elegance and comes with NEFF appliances. 3 windows provide plenty of light. The focal point is the ornate brick chimney breast with timber mantel housing the beautiful blue AGA. Gas fired, it provides the hot water to the Kitchen and Utility Room next door via tanks hidden in cupboards in the Utility Room. The large peninsular/Island Unit gives you storage space, work space, a Breakfast Bar and the perfect place to socialise.

Further specification: Sleek black ceramic NEFF hob with extractor hood above. Twin NEFF Multi-Function Ovens (one a Steam Oven, the other incorporating a Microwave). A boiling water tap - a great kitchen enhancement. Undermounted sink with Undersink `InSinkErator` Food Waste Disposal Unit. NEFF Dishwasher. Twin matching NEFF Undercounter adjoining Integrated Fridges and matching Undercounter Integrated Freezer.

(Note: The Central Heating and balance of the hot water is shared between a large Potterton Freestanding External Boiler is situated in the externally accessed Boiler House hall and a further smaller Boiler in the Utility Room).


UTILITY ROOM 14ft x 11ft 1" (4.26m x 3.37m) narrowing to 7ft 3" (2.20m)

This big utility room also has the same light Oak kitchen cabinets and also comes with an undermounted sink within Granite worktops. A Stable style door with an accompanying window opens to the side. For a Utility Room, there`s quite a comprehensive range of units and space of course for a washing machine.


WC ROOM

With a door off the Utility Room, and a side window. This, the second guest WC on the ground floor has a close coupled WC and basin inset within vanity unit.


MASTER BEDROOM 26ft 3" (8.00m) narrowing to 20ft min x 15ft 5" (6.09m x 4.69m)

This large fitted Bedroom has classic style fitted furniture with crystal effect handles and a large window affording plenty of light.

ENSUITE 9ft 8" x 6ft 3" (2.94m x 1.90m)

White walls, a white suite and a glass shower enclosure makes for a light and airy Shower Room.

Specification includes 4ft wide Vanity unit with semi-recessed basin. 5ft x 3ft (1.52m x 0.91) Walk-in Shower area. Close coupled WC. Extractor fan. Tiled walls and floor, the floor a sparkling affair which the photo doesn`t do justice to.


SECOND BEDROOM 23ft 6" x 19ft 7" max (7.16m x 5.96m)

Having two front facing windows this sumptuous bedroom also comes with its own private Ensuite and fitted bedroom furniture. As the photo shows, children will love this room as it is laid out to provide a recessed bedroom area with the balance having room a-plenty for a sofa etc - ideal for sleepovers or socialising with their friends.

ENSUITE 6ft 6" x 6ft 5" (1.98m x 1.95m)

With the measurements excluding the recessed shower cubicle, this modern refitted Ensuite has a wide light wood combination unit incorporating a back-to-wall WC and semi-recessed Basin along with a drawer and cupboards providing neat and tidy storage. Fully tiled with a side facing window.


LUXURY BATHROOM 13ft 7" x 11ft 9" (4.14m x 3.58m)

This lavish designer style bathroom features a raised platform with the ultimate in luxury, a deep and spacious, freestanding Oval Contemporary Bath - a stunning focal point.

Fully tiled walls and floor (with underfloor heating) compliment the wide `Walnut` style wall hung Vanity unit with countertop Bowl, close coupled WC and 5ft x 3ft walk-in glass shower enclosure.

A built-in cupboard provides plenty of towel storage and two high level windows receive light from the central atrium.


A grand 4ft 6" wide staircase rises from the Hall to the Galleried Landing and further first floor accommodation.


BEDROOM THREE 15ft 5" x 14ft 8" (4.69m x 4.47m)

This large first floor bedroom has been fitted out with Maple effect bedroom furniture incorporating 3 x double wardrobes, chests of drawers and bedside units. Eves cupboard in corner. 4ft wide window.


BEDROOM FOUR 16ft 10" x 11ft 3" (5.13m x 3.42m)

Two large skylight windows flood in natural light to this good size double bedroom. A door at the end leads through to the Attic, which unsurprisingly, is huge!


POTENTIAL BEDROOM FIVE 13ft x 10ft 5" (3.96m x 3.17m)

Accessed off the landing is a present area 18ft 4" x 10ft 5" (5.58m x 3.17m) leading off to bedroom Three. It would be straightforward to put up a simple timber stud & plasterboard partition wall incorporating a door to create this further bedroom, with the balance left creating a lobby off the Landing accessing both bedrooms (Three & Four). little lobby accessing Bedroom Three


BATHROOM

Servicing the upstairs bedrooms and with both a full-size Bath and separate Shower cubicle too. Also with a Vanity unit with inset Basin & Close coupled WC and a Skylight window.



GARAGE 20ft 10" min x 18ft 10" (6.35m min x 5.74m)

Having twin remote controlled electric up and over doors, this large Garage also boasts an enclosed Workshop/room in the corner.

WORKSHOP/ROOM 9ft 4" x 5ft 9" (2.84m x 1.75m) Accessed off the garage with a further door to the side way.


EXTERIOR - FRONT

The front has a large shingle In-Out Drive with established planting providing parking for numerous cars.


EXTERIOR - SIDES

Wide Gated access on both sides provides easy rear access.


EXTERIOR - REAR

A full width patio provides the ideal spot for large scale outside entertaining with well stocked beds separating it from the balance which has a raised Pool area with terrace surround, itself in front of The `Chalet` which we`ll come to in a minute, and the balance of the grounds which is lawn.

BRICK OUTBUILDING 20ft x 13ft (6.09m x 3.96m) There is a detached rendered Outbuilding at the bottom of the plot with a pitched tiled roof and dived into two areas. One with a front timber door, the other with rear double doors. his would make a perfect mower store.

SHED 10ft x 8ft. (3.04m x 2.43m) Just behind `The Chalet`.


`THE CHALET`

Spread over two floors, this ...sq ft building evidently used to be an indoor swimming pool. Years ago, it was filled in and now is used as a rather impressive Leisure Building.

It is arranged as 4 main areas/rooms, two downstairs, two upstairs. All huge.


HOT TUB AREA 25ft x 21ft 7" narrowing to 19ft (7.62m x 6.57m)

This big space takes an 8-seater table and large Hot Tub with oodles more space around. The area is bathed in light from 2 Sets of bi-fold doors and 2 sets of Patio Doors, has a tiled floor and an electric Storage Heater gives all year-round use.

CHANGING ROOMS & SHOWER. Off the Hot Tub area, a small lobby accesses both a WC Room and a Changing Room to serve the outside pool.

WC ROOM: Close coupled WC. Vanity unit with basin and electric hand wash unit supplying instant hot water. Tiled floor. Extractor Fan.

CHANGING ROOM: Wooden changing room bench seating. Wall mounted Sunjet Hairdryer with mirror. High level window for natural light. Shower Cubicle with Triton T80 electric Shower.


LIVING AREA 32ft max x 17ft 5" min (9.75m x 5.30m)

With the tiled floor in the hot tub area extending to here to, this area is also nice and bright courtesy of generous glazing via 2 sets of Patio doors and a further set of double doors with accompanying full height windows.

A Granite topped brick bar makes for another gathering venue with a storage heater allowing all year-round parties. The doors under the stairs open to:
STORE ROOM 6ft x 5ft (1.82m x 1.52m) The original changing room when the inside pool was in use - now a useful storeroom
PUMP ROOM 6ft x 5ft (1.82m x 1.52m) Housing all the electrics and boiler for the pool - which we understand is not currently working. We recommend buyers assume a new one is needed.


KITCHEN 10ft 4" x 7ft (3.14m x 2.13m)

Just off the Living Room area with a tiled floor and fitted with white gloss units incorporating a sink.


STAIRS TO FIST FLOOR


GAMES AREA 27ft 7" x 16ft 6" (8.40m x 5.02m)

This liberal size wood paneled area has 3 low double doors opening to eves storage and plenty of light from 3 upvc windows and a set of double doors opening to a BALCONY 10ft 4" x 7ft 5". (3.14m x 2.26m)

Door leading through to:


KITCHEN/DINER 22ft x 16ft 10" (6.70m x 5.13m)

Yes, a second kitchen within the Leisure Building. This jumbo area has fitted kitchen units up one end, eves storage and copious space for dining.


WC ROOM Another ever-useful facility with a close coupled WC and corner Sink.


THE POOL

Outside and well looked after although we understand the boiler isn`t working.


Notice
Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.

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