Sandylay House is a substantial family home featuring generously-proportioned accommodation in the most tranquil setting, whilst being in a prime commuter belt location. A number of reception rooms offer the flexibility of use which is ideal for modern family life. The property has been extensively modernised and refurbished throughout and features a neutral interior with high-quality fixtures and fittings. The principal rooms enjoy excellent views of the surrounding gardens, open fields and woodland.

The main entrance hall with feature staircase, gives access to both the sitting and dining room, along with the study and kitchen/breakfast room. The spacious sitting room benefits from an elegant fireplace and two sets of French doors leading to the garden. To the other end of the house, is the breakfast room, currently being used as a family room/garden room. This light and airy room features a contemporary fireplace, with French doors leading out onto the patio, while internal double doors open up the space to the kitchen and the remainder of the reception rooms. The modern kitchen overlooks the garden and features classic shaker-style units, high-quality integrated appliances, black granite countertops and a breakfast bar. Also located on the ground floor are a cosy family room, laundry room, utility room, pantry and cloakroom.

Two separate staircases lead up to the first floor, where the generously-sized master bedroom benefits from double-aspect windows with countryside views and an en suite shower room. Five further bedrooms are serviced by two modern and well-appointed family bathrooms.

This property has 3.1 acres of land.

Outside

Sandylay House sits at the end of a private drive in its own grounds surrounded by open fields. The property is approached via the gravel driveway flanked with mature trees, which leads through the grounds to a spacious parking area with room for several vehicles. A spacious and smart paved patio extends from the main house and offers an excellent space in which to entertain or relax. The grounds expand to over three acres and include well-maintained lawns, a mature rose garden and an orchard; subdivided by mature hedging and surrounded by a belt of light woodland. Located within the grounds are a tennis court and an outdoor swimming pool together with a large outbuilding providing garaging and substantial storage space, as well as changing facilities for both the swimming pool and tennis court. EPC rating D

In all about 3.1 acres. A further 20 acres available by separate negotiation.

Situation

Situated among open countryside within a mile to the east of the village of Great Leighs, the property enjoys a peaceful and private location. This rural area of Essex is punctuated by charming traditional villages and yet is extremely well placed for amenities, leisure pursuits, communications and education. The City of Chelmsford, less than 10 miles to the south, offers a full and comprehensive range of shopping, dining, cultural and leisure options, while Chelmsford mainline station provides a regular service to London Liverpool Street taking a little over half an hour. Stansted Airport is also just 19 miles away and caters for both domestic and international flights. There are a number of well-regarded schools in the area, including the Chelmsford Grammar schools, New Hall and the Felsted Schools. Sporting opportunities nearby include several golf courses and sailing clubs at the Blackwater River, as well as endless countryside walks.

Directions

From Great Leighs at The Castle public house, proceed east on the Boreham Road and after about half a mile, turn left into Mill Lane. Follow Mill Lane and Sandylay House will be found on the right hand side within half a mile.