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"An elegant and sympathetically modernised Regency house combining period charm and contemporary features, complemented by a substantial detached annex and outbuildings.

Description

Goldings is a spectacular house of great proportions believed to date back to the Regency era, circa 1800.The house has undergone a major restoration over the years by the current owners and offers a perfect blend of period features complemented by many contemporary conveniences including underfloor heating in the kitchen and main bathroom, Bang & Olufsen music system and a CCTV security system.

The architecture is typical of the era with tall ceilings and large windows which floods the house with natural light. The crowning glory is the magnificent orangery which proudly sits to the right of the building and provides a wonderful additional reception room.

The ground floor comprises a reception hall with guest cloakroom and a staircase which leads to the first floor and cellar. There are three main reception rooms, each with their own character and style.

The orangery is a truly exceptional room which provides a vast open living space. Of particular note is the kitchen breakfast family room which perfectly reflects modern living requirements. The kitchen has a range of quality cupboards and integrated Gagganau appliances arranged round an island with breakfast bar. There is a dining area, a utility room and a feature back to back fireplace shared with the family room which has two sets of doors to the garden. There are stairs from the entrance hall descending to a substantial cellar with generous headroom, perfect for storing wine.

The first floor offers a principal bedroom suite with a dressing room and bathroom. There are three further bedrooms and two family bathrooms. The second floor adds a fifth bedroom and extensive storage space.

Adjacent to the main house is Goldings Lodge which provides flexible accommodation with a variety of potential uses. To the right of the building is a front door leading to a reception room and a kitchen area, staircase to the first floor with a bedroom and en suite shower room. To the middle of the Lodge is a front door leading to an entrance hall with a guest cloakroom and doors to a kitchen dining room and a living room. There is a staircase to the first floor providing two further bedrooms, a dressing room and a shower room.

The house is approached via wooden security gates leading to a cobbled driveway with parking for numerous cars. There is an outbuilding comprising a triple car port, a garage, gym and cloakroom. The garden is mainly laid to lawn with a variety of matures trees and plants. There is a large Yorkstone sun terrace which enjoys delightful south facing views over the garden.

Location

Clays Lane is situated on the edge of Epping Forest within strolling distance of magnificent open countryside and 1.2 miles from Loughton High Street with its extensive shopping facilities, restaurants, bars and Central Line station train services to London. Easy access to the M25 and M11 Southbound are also within 3 miles

Square Footage 9,130 sq ft


Acreage 0.54 Acres

Additional Info

All mains services
Super Fast broadband available in the area"