A deceptively spacious four bedroom detached bungalow on approximately half acre plot in the popular and friendly village of Great Totham. A short drive to the historic town of Maldon and less than fifteen minute drive to Witham mainline station. The property is set back from the road and almost central to the width of the plot.

Originally built in 1929, so of solid construction, over the last twenty years the current owners have taken time and effort to completely refurbish the property and added a single storey extension to the rear. With the high end and stylish finish and with the changes made this is now a lovely modern family home.

There are three double bedrooms, a generous sized single, shower room, bathroom room, utility, study, open plan kitchen / dining room leading on to the rear lounge with views onto the large garden. To the front there is ample parking for several vehicles to front and side. To the rear is a large summer house and double garage (that subject to planning could be converted into ancillary accommodation – bedroom/home office/games room). However one of the most attractive features of this home is the large rear garden and overall plot of approximately half acre.

At present the rear garden is mainly laid to lawn, which for children and dogs is possibly the perfect option but with some inspiration and creativity, with the use of colours and a variety of flowers, plants and shrubs, perhaps an area of wild flowers, then this could be turned into an amazing showpiece garden.

What’s nearby

Great Totham is a respectable Essex Village, south of the City of Colchester set between the village of Tiptree and the historic waterside town of Maldon. With two public houses, a village shop and post office, primary school, village hall and village cricket green. There is a real friendly village community, mixture of families, older and young couples and, activities for all age groups.

There are also three local farm shops offering a range of local and fresh products, including sea food at the nearby Great Braxted Farm Shop

Great Totham is well known for the local primary school, which maintains a very high standard of education. Witham or Tiptree offer a choice of secondary schools or private schooling at Maldon Court Prep School in Maldon or Holmwood House in Stanway Colchester, approximately 10 and 20 minute drive respectively.

Nearby Heybridge Basin is a haven for sailing and boat lovers, while the market town of Maldon is also within easy reach with plenty to do for the maritime enthusiast. The district is also rich in wildlife and has many natural attractions including Salt Water Marsh
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Maldon also has its promenade park and historic quay and the enjoyable sea wall walks at nearby Heybridge Basin and Goldhanger.

For daily essentials the village does have its post office and shop but within a mile is a One Stop shop and post office at Wickham Bishops, plus a hairdressers and beauty salon, tea rooms and Italian restaurant. Wickham Bishops also have a tennis club, scout hut and various amateur clubs including bridge, badminton and drama.

For weekly shopping Tiptree or Maldon have a good selection of boutique shops and supermarkets, both within 4 miles. Maldon having the wider selection including Tesco, Lidl, Aldi, Asda and Marks and Spencer ‘Simply Food’. Tiptree and Maldon both offer a variety of public houses, eateries and take-away facilities, doctors and dentists.

The nearest railway stations are Witham or Kelvedon which have a fast and frequent service to London Liverpool Street. Witham being the primary choice, 15 minute maximum drive to the station, then 45 minutes to London Liverpool Street. Access to the A12 North and South is a 10 minute drive.

For health and leisure and golfing the clubs and courses at Braxted Park, Benton Hall and the Five Lakes Country Club. Benton Hall, a 10 minute drive, has a superb mix of golf and leisure facilities (including indoor pool) and in-house restaurant.

Within Easy Reach

The historical City of Colchester is a 20 minute drive north and provides a wider range of boutique shops and larger national stores, plus a wider range of amenities and services.

Equally the City of Chelmsford, which is south of the village and 25 minute drive does offer comparable services and shopping as Colchester.

The M25 is to the south west with a journey time by road of approximately 40 minutes.

Great Totham does fall into the catchment for both Chelmsford Grammar Schools - KEGS and County High School for Girls, with local pickup bus services. There are also buses to Colchester Royal Grammar School and the Girls High School. The Independent school at New Hall, Boreham is only a 15 minute journey by car.

For true sailing enthusiasts nearby Tollesbury and Mersea Island provide a variety of facilities and moorings.

TENURE - Freehoid
COUNCIL TAX - E
LOCAL AUTHORITY - Maldon District Council

SERVICES
Mains, electricity, water and drainage. Oil fired central heating