An Instantly Impressive Grade II Listed Hilltop Family Home in the very heart of Danbury Village

What We Say at the Zoe Napier Group

This really is an exceptional character home in a wonderful central location in the heart of the village. Offering spacious family living with two separate wings to the house, the incoming buyer has the possibility of multi generational living under the same roof.

What the owners say

This beautiful house has been a marvel for our growing family and with four children an ideal location for the school runs! It’s been a real privilege to be custodians of The Chantry and we’ve thoroughly enjoyed transforming the living environment into the space that we love today.

History & Background

Originally dating back to the 16th century with more recent additions in 2017 and 2018 to the East and rear elevations respectively the property was formerly a saddlery and is believed to have been two separate cottages that have subsequently been amalgamated into one sizeable family residence. Internally on the ground floor the property oozes charm and character with a wonderful Inglenook fireplace, whilst featuring much of its exposed timber frame. The highly impressive accommodation boasts three delightful reception rooms, complemented by a wonderful farmhouse-style kitchen/ breakfast room with large AGA and adjoining utility room.

Three separate staircases allow access to the first floor which benefits from having four good size bedrooms in the original West wing of the property, serviced by shower and bathrooms. The master bedroom suite resides in the more modern East wing of the property, with an impressive cast iron staircase leading down to a magnificent recently fitted high specification privatebathroom and dressing room/ study.

Setting & Location

This property is located in a very prominent central, hilltop location, believed to be the highest point in Danbury, perfect for access to the local amenities and Gastro pubs and green spaces around. The children can walk to the bus stop for transport into school and into nearby Maldon and Chelmsford City. Danbury is one of the most popular villages in this part of Essex boasting the highest point in the county. There are a number of clubs and sports facilities and Danbury park school (currently rated as outstanding by Ofsted) is a short walk away. Nature enthusiasts will enjoy Danbury Country Park as part of the National Trust the nearby Backwarden Nature reserve and RHS Hyde Hall. Secondary schooling can be found at Sandon School and Great Baddow High School with private schooling found in the village for Elm Green (Little Baddow) and Heathcote with  New Hall and Felsted schools within the daily school run.

Chelmsford Train Station would be the best station for access into London Liverpool Street a 5.4 mile drive away. Chelmsford Station 5.4 miles - Maldon 4.6 miles – South Woodham Ferrers 6 miles – Hatfield Peveral 8.1 miles – Brentwood 15.9 miles – Stansted Airport 22 miles  

Agents Notes

1) Zoe Napier Group operate the Propertymark protocol toolkit. Our client has completed a questionnaire (with appendix’s where appropriate) which allows a buyer to make a more informed decision when deciding whether to purchase a property. This questionnaire is forwarded to all legal parties at the beginning of the transaction which is intended to help speed up the sale process.

2) Listing Entry Number: 1170180

3) The gas boiler was replaced in 2018

4) Council Tax Band F – Chelmsford Council