- Highly appointed 3-4 bedroom village house +
- Light and spacious reception room +
- Large kitchen/family area +
- Stone’s throw from village centre nature reserve +
- Two miles from A12 +
- EPC Rating = D +
A versatile and meticulously appointed village residence, offered with the advantage of no onward chain.
Description
The house, known as 'Beehive Cottage' is an immaculately refurbished property situated in the heart of Stock village, offering an ideal location with easy access to walks through the surrounding countryside, local woods and the vibrant amenities of the village. Residents can enjoy nearby pubs, restaurants, shops, a hairdresser’s and a coffee shop, making Stock an exceptional place to live.
This charming home, which underwent a complete renovation eight years ago, successfully combines character with modern design, particularly evident in the spacious, open-plan kitchen and living area. The property is set within a manageable plot, providing a bright, airy and welcoming atmosphere throughout.
The property has been beautifully and thoughtfully refurbished to offer a blend of contemporary design and open-plan living. A good-sized hallway includes a cloaks cupboard and two sets of glazed double doors lead through to the spacious dual-aspect sitting/dining room , offering a seamless flow to the courtyard garden at the rear.
The kitchen/family living space is bathed in natural light, thanks to multiple skylights and large windows. A double-height vaulted ceiling, running the full length of the dining area and main kitchen, enhances the sense of space and modern living. The striking red-brick fireplace with a gas log burner serves as the room's central feature.
This well-appointed kitchen and dining area offers ample storage and a large central island. There is a serving hatch between the kitchen and dining area, while a door leads directly to the garage. A further door opens to a generous double shower room and WC.
The reception room features triple-aspect windows, allowing natural light to flood the space, with two sets of patio doors leading to the rear courtyard garden. The room is anchored by an elegant gas-effect fireplace.
Upstairs, a spacious landing continues the light and airy atmosphere. The landing gives access to four well-proportioned bedrooms, with two benefiting from carefully designed built-in storage. Recently refurbished in an elegant hotel style, the fully tiled family bathroom is designed in a Jack and Jill format, with access from both the landing and the principal bedroom. The fourth bedroom is currently fitted as a dressing room.
Outside
The property benefits from two independent parking areas - one to the front and one to the side, both finished with brick paviours and enclosed by mature hedging, ensuring privacy and seclusion from the lane. To the rear, a small, private walled courtyard garden enjoys a southerly aspect, accessible directly from the kitchen. This delightful outdoor space offers an excellent setting for al fresco dining and entertaining during the warmer months.
Services
All mains services connected.
Location
A12 (J16): 2 miles; Billericay: 2.8 miles (rail service to London); Ingatestone: 3.6 miles (rail service to London); Chelmsford city: 4.7 miles. All distances approximate.
Stock, one of the most sought-after villages in Essex, enjoys an abundance of village amenities including a C of E primary school and pre-school within about 70m of the house. Other facilities include a village hall, four public houses and a general store. The village is surrounded by beautiful stretches of open countryside with an extensive network of footpaths and bridleways. Swan Lane leads into some attractive countryside with Hankins and Swan Wood. There is also a local woodland nature reserve about 300m from the house.
Chelmsford city, to the north, provides a cosmopolitan shopping centre, excellent recreational facilities and a good choice of schools including the renowned King Edward IV Grammar School, Chelmsford County High School for Girls and New Hall.
For the commuter access points on to the A12 are within a short distance, which interconnects with junction 28 of the M25.
There is a regular bus service to Billericay, Basildon or Chelmsford with railway stations at Billericay, Ingatestone and Shenfield into Stratford and Liverpool Street.
Crossrail services are available from Shenfield and Brentwood.
Sporting facilities in the area include Greenwoods Hotel and Spa, Crondon Park Golf Club and Stock Brook Country Club which are all within easy access.
Square Footage: 2,217 sq ft
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