Listed for £525,000
January 22, 2026
Sold for £340,000
2020
Sold for £116,000
1999
Sold for £89,950
1996
QUOTE REF:- GW0451 - The Malt House is set within an exclusive and peaceful semi-rural development of just a handful of roads, offering an exceptional detached modern family home with generous, thoughtfully extended accommodation in an enviable countryside setting. The property provides four/five well-proportioned bedrooms, including a principal bedroom with an ensuite shower room, complemented by a contemporary family bathroom and a convenient ground-floor cloakroom. Designed with both family living and entertaining in mind, the ground floor features a spacious sitting room centred around a striking log burner, a separate formal dining room, and a beautifully appointed conservatory/garden room that seamlessly connects the home to the outdoors. Further enhancing the accommodation is a modern fitted kitchen, a separate utility room, and the added benefit of a dedicated study positioned to the rear—ideal for home working or quiet retreat. Externally, the home enjoys a meticulously maintained, low-maintenance rear garden, alongside an impressive 25-foot side plot offering excellent storage potential. An extended workshop/storage room to the side of the property provides additional versatility, perfect for hobbies, equipment, or further storage needs. There is also ample parking on it's two driveways for upto 4 vehicles. Surrounded by open countryside and farmland, the property combines rural tranquillity with great convenience. Rochford town centre is under a 10-minute drive away, offering a wide range of shops, amenities, award winning local pubs, restaurants, and a mainline railway station with direct services to London. It also falls within catchment to well regarded schools including Stambridge Primary Academy and Waterman Primary Academy. Located on a quiet, friendly no-through road, The Malt House represents a rare opportunity to enjoy modern family living in a peaceful yet well-connected setting. A refined and welcoming entrance lobby accessed via a contemporary composite front door with double-glazed inset panels. The space features an elegant slate-tiled floor complemented by smooth plastered ceilings, creating a clean and modern first impression. Dual-aspect obscured glazed windows to the front and side elevations provide excellent natural light while maintaining privacy. Further benefits include a wall-mounted electric heater, power points, and generous provision for coat and shoe storage. An internal door leads seamlessly through to the main accommodation. The entrance hall continues the property's polished presentation, featuring durable wood-effect flooring and a smooth plastered ceiling. A double-glazed window to the side aspect allows for natural light, while a radiator ensures year-round comfort. The space is well equipped with power and telephone points, a 'Hive' digital temperature control panel, and the consumer unit discreetly positioned for convenience. Practical understairs storage enhances functionality, and stairs rise to the first-floor landing. Doors provide access to the ground floor accommodation. A stylish and practical downstairs cloakroom fitted with a modern two-piece white suite, comprising a low-level WC with dual-flush mechanism and a vanity hand wash basin with stainless steel mixer tap and integrated storage cupboard beneath. The space is finished with a tiled floor and enhanced by a chrome heated towel rail. An obscured UPVC double-glazed window to the side aspect provides natural light while maintaining privacy. - 4.44m x 4.44m (14'7" x 14'7") A beautifully appointed front sitting room centred around a striking cast-iron 'Contura' log burner, set upon a tiled slate hearth with an imposing aluminium flue creating an impressive focal point. The room is enhanced by a large bay window with double-glazed windows to the front aspect, allowing for excellent natural light. Finished with wood-effect flooring, the space also features a smooth plastered and coved ceiling with inset LED spotlights, a dado rail, radiator, and an abundance of power points, some of which incorporating integrated USB charging. Large double doors open through to the dining room, providing a seamless flow between reception spaces. - 3.18m x 2.77m (10'5" x 9'1") The dining room continues the wood-effect flooring and offers ample space for a dining table and chairs, making it ideal for both everyday meals and entertaining. The room benefits from a radiator, power points, and a smooth plastered and coved ceiling with a central suspended pendant light positioned above the dining area, complemented by a dado rail. Further double doors lead out to the conservatory, an all-year-round living space that enhances the home's versatility and connection to the garden. - 3.25m x 3.07m (10'8" x 10'1") A beautiful addition to the home, this all-year-round conservatory is double glazed and brick based to all elevations and enjoys a bright, versatile atmosphere. Finished with a continuation of the wood-effect flooring, the space benefits from a radiator, power points, and contemporary wall lighting, ensuring comfort and usability throughout the seasons. Currently utilised as a games room, it also lends itself perfectly to use as a relaxing garden room or additional sitting area. UPVC double-glazed patio doors open directly onto the rear garden, seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor living. - 3.78m x 2.95m (12'5" x 9'8") A contemporary and stylish fitted kitchen, thoughtfully designed with a comprehensive range of gloss eye and base level units complemented by Quartz worktops and matching upstands. The kitchen incorporates an integrated porcelain sink with drainer and stainless steel mixer tap, alongside a suite of integrated appliances including a double oven, five-ring gas hob with bespoke extractor hood above and coordinating granite splashback, and an integrated dishwasher. There is also designated space for a freestanding fridge/freezer. Additional features include two wine storage cubby hole sections, ample power points, and a smooth plastered ceiling with inset LED spotlights. The room is finished with a tiled floor and benefits from a double-glazed window to the rear aspect overlooking the garden. A rear door with double-glazed inset panel provides direct access to the garden, while an internal door leads through to the utility room, enhancing both practicality and everyday convenience. - 2.34m x 1.55m (7'8" x 5'1") A practical and well-finished utility room forming a seamless continuation of the kitchen, fitted with matching base-level units complemented by granite worktops and coordinating upstands. The room incorporates an integrated porcelain sink with stainless steel mixer tap featuring a retractable nozzle. An eye-level unit discreetly houses the 'Ideal' combination boiler. There is designated space for a washing machine and tumble dryer, along with ample power points and an extractor fan. Finished with a matching tiled floor, the room also benefits from a smooth plastered ceiling with inset LED spotlights. An internal door provides access through to the downstairs study. - 2.77m x 2.16m (9'1" x 7'1") A versatile downstairs study enjoying a UPVC double-glazed window to the rear aspect with views over the garden. The room is finished with wood-effect flooring and a smooth plastered ceiling incorporating inset LED spotlights, and further benefits from a radiator and power points. Currently arranged as a home office with a large desk and storage cupboards, the space also features a UPVC double-glazed door with inset glazed panel opening directly onto the rear garden and patio, making it equally well suited as a hobby room or additional reception space. Stairs rise to the first-floor landing, which is finished with carpeted flooring and a smooth plastered ceiling. The area benefits from power points, loft access, and a built-in storage cupboard, providing practical household storage. Doors lead to the first-floor accommodation. - 3.68m x 3.07m (12'1" x 10'1") A well-proportioned and thoughtfully appointed master bedroom enjoying a UPVC double-glazed window to the rear aspect with pleasant views over the garden. The room is finished with carpeted flooring and a smooth plastered ceiling incorporating inset LED spotlights. A deep built-in wardrobe with mirrored sliding doors provides excellent storage, while additional features include power points, an aerial point, and a radiator. The room offers ample space for a king-size bed and benefits further from a door leading directly to the en-suite shower room. A contemporary en-suite shower room fitted with a modern three-piece white suite comprising a low-level WC with dual-flush mechanism, a vanity hand wash basin with stainless steel mixer tap and storage cupboard beneath, and a stylish walk-in shower enclosure. The shower features an folding glass screen door, wall-mounted stainless steel mixer shower, large rainfall shower head, and additional handheld attachment, with full tiling to the enclosure walls. The room is completed with fully tiled flooring, a large chrome heated towel rail, shaver point, illuminated vanity mirror, and a smooth plastered ceiling with inset LED spotlights. An obscured UPVC double-glazed window to the rear aspect provides natural light while maintaining privacy. - 3.38m x 2.87m (11'1" x 9'5") A well-sized second bedroom featuring UPVC double-glazed windows to the front aspect, allowing for good levels of natural light. The room is finished with carpeted flooring and includes a radiator, power points, and an aerial point. Generously proportioned, it comfortably accommodates a double bed with ample space remaining for additional furniture and storage. - 2.9m x 2.87m (9'6" x 9'5") Bedroom three is a versatile space, ideal for use as a child's bedroom, home office, or guest room. It benefits from a UPVC double-glazed window to the front aspect, carpeted flooring, a radiator, and power points. A built-in over stairs storage cupboard provides practical storage, and the room currently accommodates a bespoke cabin bed with integrated storage beneath, maximising floor space and functionality. - 6.2m x 2.16m (20'4" x 7'1") (Combined measurement: 20'4" x 7'1") This substantial extended area has been thoughtfully reconfigured to create two additional bedrooms (current use), offering flexible accommodation ideal for larger family living, guests, or home working. Bedroom Four (9'9" x 7'1") Bedroom four features two UPVC double-glazed windows to the front aspect, providing excellent natural light. The room is finished with carpeted flooring and a smooth plastered ceiling, and further benefits from a radiator and power points. Well-proportioned, it offers ample space for a small double bed and associated bedroom furniture. A doorway leads through to bedroom five at the rear. Bedroom Five (9'1" x 7'1") Currently utilised as a fifth bedroom, this room enjoys dual-aspect UPVC double-glazed windows to the side and rear, creating a bright and airy feel. Additional features include carpeted flooring, a smooth plastered ceiling, radiator, and power points. The layout allows comfortable accommodation of a double bed, making it a versatile and practical addition to the home. A stylish and well-appointed family bathroom fitted with a contemporary three-piece white suite comprising a low-level WC with dual-flush mechanism, a vanity hand wash basin with stainless steel mixer tap and two integrated vanity drawers beneath, and a panel-enclosed bath. The bath is complemented by a swing glass screen door, stainless steel mixer tap, and a versatile shower system featuring dual attachments, including a large rainfall shower head. The room is finished with a tiled floor and coordinating part-tiled walls, and further benefits from a chrome heated towel rail, shaver point, and a large wall-mounted mirror. A smooth plastered ceiling incorporates inset LED spotlights, one of which includes an extractor fan. An obscured UPVC double-glazed window to the rear aspect provides natural light while maintaining privacy. The beautifully maintained rear garden has been thoughtfully landscaped to offer an attractive yet low-maintenance outdoor space. The garden begins with a generous paved patio, ideal for alfresco dining and entertaining, and is enhanced by external lighting and an outside tap. Steps rise to a sizeable artificial lawn, neatly framed with wooden sleeper edging and complemented by established and attractive shrub borders to either side. To the far end of the garden is a further wide paved patio area, currently accommodating a barbecue, with decorative shingled borders. A pathway leads down to a side timber access gate, with fencing and brick wall boundaries enclosing the garden. An additional timber gate on the opposite side opens into a highly practical and substantial side plot, brick paved and enclosed by fencing. This versatile space is ideal for storage, whether for logs, bins, bicycles, or general garden equipment. The side area measures approximately 25 feet in length by 7.5 feet in width and also provides access via a rear door to a large additional storage room located to the side of the house. - 5.31m x 2.34m (17'5" x 7'8") Situated to the side of the property, this highly versatile extended workshop/storage room is a valuable addition to the home. Accessible via both front and rear doors, the space is well equipped with ample power points and overhead lighting, providing excellent functionality for a variety of uses. An additional outside tap further enhances its practicality. Offering flexible potential, the room is ideally suited for use as a workshop, utility or storage area, or alternatively as a hobby space or informal retreat, such as a man cave. The property enjoys excellent kerb appeal, creating an immediate and attractive first impression upon approach. To the front are two block-paved driveways providing off-street parking for up to four vehicles. Additional features include external lighting and externally housed gas and electric meters. A paved pathway leads to a timber side gate, offering convenient side access. The frontage is further enhanced by boundary fencing and an attractive array of mature shrubs set within wooden sleeper borders. A door also provides direct access through to the workshop and storage room located to the other side of the property, adding further practicality. The property benefits from two block-paved driveways providing generous off-street parking for up to four vehicles, offering both convenience and practicality for households with multiple cars or visiting guests.
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