About this property:

Set well back from the road and partially hidden behind mature trees and shrubs with an in-and-out gravel driveway and off road parking, this impressive Victorian house has not been on the market since 1926. The high chimneystacks, corner turret, varied roof lines with attractive finials, bargeboards and sash windows give it charming kerb appeal and this is emphasised even further when you see the delightful arched porch and front door.

As you cross the threshold you can see some of the attractive original features from a bygone age including the beautiful wood staircase, panelled doors, high skirting boards, dado and picture rails as well as a stunning hallway floor. The hall leads to the dining and drawing rooms as well as the large and elegant triple aspect lounge with two sets of French doors to the terrace and an ornamental white fireplace with a gas fire. The drawing room includes a white marble fireplace and is very light and bright with the large windows in the turret area, which is just the place if you want to enjoy a good read.

For formal entertaining the spacious dining room is ideal with its fireplace and French doors to the terrace while the country style kitchen/breakfast is a favourite for family and relaxed get togethers. It includes hand-built units housing an oven and hob. There is a stand-alone fridge and an original dresser as well as a utility area with a dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer and a walk-in larder. The large family room is also very light with an impressive box bay window and a black marble fireplace and could make an excellent office for anyone working from home. While the studio/workshop provides plenty of space for art, woodwork and hobby craft.

Off the curved galleried landing there is a modern family bathroom with a bath, separate shower and a fireplace as well as another shower room and four bedrooms. Two of these have fireplaces while the master includes a turreted window area. On the second floor there are two further double bedrooms and a bathroom as well as eaves storage and would make a wonderful ‘hideaway’ for teenagers looking for a bit of privacy and independence.

The rear garden is mainly laid to lawn with mature tree and shrub borders and includes an attractive summerhouse.

What the Owner Says:

My grandfather originally purchased the house and I was born here and it has been a wonderful home to grow up in. But now we feel it is time to pass the baton on to new owners. We have always loved the location and the fact we can easily walk to Knighton Woods and Lords Bushes where you will find more than 300 ancient trees. You can also go fishing on the lake. At the same time we are not far from the Buckhurst Hill town centre and it is only a 12 minute walk to Buckhurst Hill tube station which is on the Central Line and can whisk you to the City in under half an hour.

The town is charming with numerous independent shops, stylish boutiques, hairdressers, beauty salons, restaurants and pubs including the renowned Three Colts as well as a Waitrose. For sporting enthusiasts there is cricket, tennis, bowls, football and rugby at the local clubs while there are four golf clubs in the vicinity. Education is available at good local primary and independent schools including the excellent Loyola Prep School and Bancrofts in nearby Woodford Green that includes two secondary schools rated Outstanding by Ofsted.