Detached house for sale in Parsonage Downs, Dunmow CM6

Possibly one of the best situated houses in Dunmow. This unique 4/5 bedroom property benefits from superb open frontage with views across the Downs and offers truly versatile living space with annex potential.

The property This truly unique property is situated in possibly one of the best locations in Dunmow having been architect designed in the 1970's to benefit from the position with a rather special first floor sitting room complete with balcony to soak in the outstanding views.

In current ownership for around 30 years and having been well cared for during this time with fitted 'Sharp' wardrobes, 'Everest' windows and a fairly recent extensive patio laid in the rear garden.

The previous owners utilised the annex area to the right of the property which benefits from a separate kitchen, living room, bathroom and bedroom or alternatively this would make a superb home office/ hobby area.

Externally there are well laid out and cared for gardens, a double garage with electric doors together with driveway parking and a useful store to the rear, perfect for gardeners tools etc.

The location This superb property is situated on the cusp of Dunmow in a delightful location.

Great Dunmow is an ancient Flitch town and is particularly a popular location with commuters, situated between Bishop's Stortford, Braintree and Chelmsford.

Road travel to London is well serviced by the M11 (Junction 8) which is easily accessed by the A120 bypass, which also links to London Stansted Airport and the Stansted Express (5 miles) with a rail service to London Liverpool Street in approximately 35 minutes.

There are a number of schools in the area including Felsted Private School (within 4.5 miles), New Hall Independent School (within 13 miles) Bishop's Stortford College (10.6 miles), two outstanding schools in Chelmsford: Chelmsford County High School for Girls and King Edward VI Grammar School (both within around 13 miles) and Chelmsford County High School for Girls (12.7 miles).

Great Dunmow enjoys quality shopping and schooling facilities and is itself a thriving town. Chelmsford city has a wider variety of shops with a pedestrianised centre, together with an area known as Bond Street which includes John Lewis and many other independent and quality branded shops.

Bishop's Stortford – 10 miles (London Liverpool Street from 38 minutes, Cambridge from 30 minutes), Chelmsford – 14.7 miles, Stansted Airport – 7.7 miles. (Distances and times are approximate).

Storm porch

entrance porch

dining area 5.71m (18'9") max x 3.16m (10'4")

kitchen/breakfast room 4.36m (14'3") max x 3.66m (12')

utility room 2.73m (8'11") x 1.74m (5'8")

inner hallway This area is set up as an annex facility but of course could be used for a variety of other uses such as working from home / hobby room or simply enjoyed with the rest of the property as it is currently.

Study 3.31m (10'10") x 2.92m (9'7")

family room 3.31m (10'10") x 3.26m (10'8")

kitchen/diner 4.36m (14'4") x 3.55m (11'8")

bathroom

rear lobby

cloakroom

double garage

first floor

sitting room 6.64m (21'9") x 4.76m (15'7")

balcony 4.76m (15'7") x 1.35m (4'5")

landing

bedroom 1 4.26m (14') x 3.88m (12'9")

ensuite

bedroom 2 4.50m (14'9") x 3.17m (10'5")

bedroom 3 3.42m (11'3") x 3.16m (10'4")

bedroom 4 3.17m (10'5") x 2.87m (9'5")

bathroom

outside The property has a driveway allowing off street parking leading to the double garage with an electric up and over door. The remainder of the front is attractively landscaped taking advantage of the unique views this property offers.

The rear is laid mainly to lawn with an extensive patio area and a variety of flower and shrub borders. A store room is a useful addition and backs onto the garage.

Property information Freehold.
Council Tax Band G

EPC - tbc