Norton Heath, Ingatestone, Essex, CM4

**GUIDE PRICE £825,000 - £850,000** **ATTRACTIVE DETACHED BARN** **OPEN PLAN KITCHEN / DINING ROOM** **THREE / FOUR BEDROOMS** **TWO NEWLY FITTED BATHROOMS** **LARGE DETACHED OUTBUILDING**

Overview & Location A stunning detached barn set within this exclusive gated development of just three homes set around an attractive central courtyard approached via electronically operated security gates. This fine home enjoys a favourable position within this small development to the rear with direct access onto private gardens backing onto picturesque countryside. In addition there is a substantial detached outbuilding with potential for various uses including home office/storage, games room/leisure room and annex subject to consent. The property features reception hall, living room with attractive garden view, stunning fitted kitchen/dining room with feature vaulted ceiling, laundry room, principal bedroom with ensuite shower room, two further bedrooms, guest bathroom and snug with potential for bedroom four. The development is located within a semi rural position with convenient access to neighbouring towns.

Main Accomodation Entrance via central door with picture windows to side to reception hall.

Reception Hall 9.63m x 2.82m (31'7" x 9'3") Ceiling cornice. Recess ceiling lights. Exposed feature timbers. Sky light window to front elevation. Airing cupboard. Solid wood floor with under floor heating. Open plan to inner hallway

Inner Hallway 2.29m x 1.30m (7'6" x 4'3") Ceiling cornice. Recess ceiling lights. Tiled floor. Door to laundry room. Open plan to kitchen/dining room.

Laundry Room 2.36m x 2.30m (7'9" x 7'7") Double glazed window with contemporary style window shutters to courtyard. Ceiling cornice and recess ceiling lights. Contemporary style units with contrasting granite work surfaces, mood lighting and splashbacks. Inset one and a half bowl sink unit with mixer tap. Integrated fridge/freezer. Provision for washing machine. Tiled floor.

Living Room 5.28m x 3.90m (17'4" x 12'10") Large double glazed picture window overlooking formal garden and providing delightful uninterrupted views of open countryside. Further double glazed window with contemporary style window shutters to front elevation. Feature vaulted ceiling with recess ceiling lights. Solid wood floor with underfloor heating. Bifold doors to kitchen/dining room.

Kitchen / Dining Room 4.98m x 3.76m (16'4" x 12'4") Double glazed window with contemporary style window shutters to courtyard garden. Bifold doors leading to terrace and formal garden beyond. Impressive feature vaulted ceiling with exposed timbers. Extensive range of contemporary style of quality fitted units with contrasting Corian work surfaces, splashbacks and recess mood lighting. Inset Butler sink with mixer tap. Stainless steel Range style cooker with stainless steel extractor fan and Corian splash back. Integrated appliances include Bosh dishwasher and unbranded fridge/freezer. Central island with Corian work surface with fitted units and draws with mood light and recess for stools. Radiator with Bluetooth controls. Wood effect floor.

Principal Bedroom 5.18m x 4.11m (17' x 13'6") Double glazed windows to front and rear elevation with contemporary style window shutters. Ceiling cornice and recess ceiling lights. Carpet with underfloor heating. Door to contemporary style ensuite shower room.

Ensuite Shower Room Double glazed translucent window to front elevation with contemporary style window shutters. Suite comprises of walk-in independent shower cubicle with glass shower screen and fitments, vanity wash hand basin with unit below and low level WC. Tiled walls with contrasting tiled floor. Wall mounted heated towel rail.

Bedroom Two 3.84m x 2.00m (12'7" x 6'7") Double glazed windows to front elevation overlooking courtyard with decorative window shutters. Ceiling cornice. Carpet with under floor heating.

Bedroom Three 3.18m x 2.08m (10'5" x 6'10") Exposed timber. Ceiling cornice. Double glazed window to rear elevation overlooking garden. Carpet with underfloor heating.

Snug / Office / Potential Bedroom Four 3.07m x 2.06m (10'1" x 6'9") Comprises of large open plan timber entrance. Double glazed picture windows to rear elevation overlooking formal garden. Ceiling cornice. Solid wood floor with underfloor heating.

Family Bathroom Two double glazed translucent windows with contemporary style window shutters to front elevation. Fully tiled walls with tiled floor. Suite comprises of panelled bath with glass shower screen and fitments, vanity was hand with unit below and low level WC. Wall mounted heated towel rail.

Exterior

Front Elevation The property features an attractive front garden with decorative ornate wall with contrasting pillars with steps leading to an open porch and entrance door. There is a central lawn with Evergreen planting and exterior security lighting. A pair of five bar gates provide access to a private shingled driveway providing ample parking and serving a detached outbuilding and providing access to the formal garden.

Formal Garden This delightful garden backs directly onto picturesque open countryside providing a natural backdrop. Commences with a raised timber terrace with ornate wall with mature planting, exterior lighting and garden terrace hording. There is a shingled area with the remainder of the garden laid to lawn with mature planting and access to the detached outbuilding. The rear garden extends to approximately 70'.

Garden Room 3.53m x 2.95m (11'7" x 9'8") Double glazed vaulted roof with double glazed widows to side elevation, Accessible via two glazed doors with further multi pane glazed door to detached outbuilding.

Detached Outbuilding 6.10m x 6.10m (20'0" x 20'0") Please note this detached outbuilding has various uses including home office/storage, leisure room/gymnasium and annex subject to consent. Power and lighting connected. Two double doors to front elevation. Staircase to loft space.

Loft Area 5.23m x 3.05m (17'2" x 10'0") Vaulted ceiling. Power and lighting connected. Window overlooking formal garden and providing picturesque views of open countryside.

Courtyard Garden There is an additional courtyard garden that measures approximately 35' in length x 60' in width. The garden is accessible via a part glazed door from the dining room and features a central lawn with attractive borders together with exterior and security lighting. There are part glazed double doors which provides access to a covered side access with further part glazed door leading to the driveway, formal garden and detached outbuilding.

Agents Note This property has a share of freehold with an assigned lease and a management company which is set up between the three owners of the barns within this gated development. Further details available on request for any interested parties. We have been advised by our vendor that there is a service charge of approximately £100 per month for the upkeep of the communal areas and septic tank.The council tax banding for this property set out on the council website is band D.