Elmstead Road, Elmstead

Elms Price and Co are delighted to present this extended four/five bedroom detached residence, discreetly positioned along a private driveway and enjoying an attractive outlook across neighbouring fields. Believed to date back to circa 1861, this property combines period character with generously proportioned accommodation offering 195 square meters, creating a home of notable charm, presence and individuality.
Elms Price and Co are delighted to present this extended four/five bedroom detached residence, discreetly positioned along a private driveway and enjoying an attractive outlook across neighbouring fields. Believed to date back to circa 1861, this property combines period character with generously proportioned accommodation, creating a home of notable charm, presence and individuality.
Set within a desirable semi-rural environment, the home offers a wonderful sense of privacy while remaining conveniently placed for both Elmstead village and Wivenhoe. Together, these nearby locations provide a selection of shops, amenities and everyday facilities, with Wivenhoe further enhanced by its railway station, providing excellent commuter connections. Regular services from Wivenhoe, approximately 2.4 miles away, and Colchester, approximately 4.8 miles away, provide fast links into London and the wider region, making this an ideal position for those seeking refined country living with superb accessibility.
A rare opportunity to acquire a characterful detached home with a private approach, generous living space and countryside views, this distinctive property is ideally suited to those seeking a blend of heritage, space and tranquillity. We are advised by our sellers this is only the second time in 50 years this much-loved family home has been on the market.
An internal viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the setting, proportions and unique appeal on offer.
RECEPTION HALL Entered via a double glazed entrance door, with laminate flooring, radiator and built-in coat cupboard.
SNUG 10'7 x 8'2 Double glazed sash window to side enjoying field views, further double glazed window to front, laminate flooring and radiator.
INNER HALL Stairs rising to the first floor.
UTILITY ROOM 13'9 reducing to 10'11 x 7'2 Double glazed sash window to rear and two double glazed sash windows to side with field views. Fitted with granite work surfacing incorporating a butler sink with mixer tap, range of base units and walk-in understairs cupboard.
STUDY 14'2 x 9'7 Double glazed sash window to rear, laminate flooring and radiator.
DINING ROOM/PLAY ROOM 14'5 x 9'4 Double glazed sash window to front, radiator and glazed French doors leading to the sitting room.
SITTING ROOM 14'1 x 16'7 reducing to 12'1 Double glazed sash windows to rear with field views, radiator and red brick chimney breast with cast iron log burner.
LOBBY Laminate flooring and inset spotlights.
CLOAKROOM Double glazed arched window to front, WC, vanity wash basin and radiator.
GROUND FLOOR BEDROOM/STUDY 11'4 x 9'1 Double glazed arched window to front, double glazed window to side, laminate flooring and radiator.
KITCHEN 15'6 x 13'2 Velux window to side, two Velux windows to rear, double glazed window to side and double glazed French doors to the garden. Fitted with quartz work surfacing incorporating a butler sink, base units and drawers, freestanding range cooker with extractor fan above, kitchen island with granite work top and drawers beneath, radiator and pantry cupboard.
REAR LOBBY Double glazed door to rear.
FIRST FLOOR LANDING Double glazed window to rear with field views, radiator and airing cupboard housing hot water tank.
BEDROOM 14'2 x 7'6 Double glazed windows to rear and side with field views, loft hatch, built-in wardrobe and radiator.
BEDROOM 13'5 x 10' plus recess Double glazed windows to side and rear with field views, built-in double wardrobe and door leading to the Jack and Jill shower room.
JACK AND JILL SHOWER ROOM Shower cubicle, vanity wash basin, WC and heated towel rail.
BEDROOM 19'11 reducing to 15'2 x 9'4 Double glazed window to side with field views, two double glazed windows to front, two radiators and two built-in wardrobes.
BEDROOM 11'11 x 7'5 to wardrobe Double glazed windows to front and side, fitted wardrobes and radiator.
FAMILY BATHROOM Freestanding four-footed bath with mixer tap and shower, wash basin, WC, radiator and heated towel rail.
OUTSIDE AND GARDENS A long private shingle driveway leads to a wooden farm gate and onwards to a resin parking area providing ample off-road parking. The gardens include block paved pathways, mature lawned areas, shrubs, trees and a garden shed.
Garden Room 18'2 x 9'4. Formerly the garage, now offering a useful detached garden room with double glazed stable-style door, double glazed windows to front and rear, laminate flooring and vaulted ceiling with spotlights. Adjoining the garden room is an area of artificial lawn with canopy over.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Council tax band : E.
Local authority : Tendring District Council.
Energy rating : D.