5 bedroom detached house

Built 13 years ago in this enviable elevated location above the charming village of Arkesden, Mulberry House is finished to the highest standards over four well-proportioned floors, including a magnificent basement.

From the large reception hallway, with staircases to the upper and lower floors, is a kitchen/family room bathed in light by numerous Georgian floor-to-ceiling windows and doors. Fitted with sleek stone countertops, the kitchen island, with an inset halogen hob, is edged by a stylish wooden bar. Built-in appliances and display lighting enhance the space. A useful utility and boot room lead to the rear.

The family dining, with ceiling lantern and triple aspect windows, leads to the swimming pool, and an impressive living room features dual-aspect windows, a brick fireplace, and an inset wood burner. Adjacent is a library/guest room with built-in cabinetry and en suite room. A cozy snug with a feature bay window and flame-effect gas fire (Calor gas) provides the perfect retreat overlooking the garden.

The lower floor offers a range of impressive lifestyle spaces. Off the spacious hallway, you'll find a gym with a sauna, shower, and steam room, a dedicated media/cinema room with a sound studio, and a professional-grade golf simulator room. The first-floor landing stretches the depth of the house, leading to generous double bedrooms, including the primary suite, all with en suite bathrooms, with two of the rooms featuring dressing rooms. One of the rear-facing bedrooms enjoys a private balcony overlooking the garden. A further bedroom/office completes the first-floor accommodation.

Outside
Electric gates provide access to a spacious driveway, ample parking, a detached double garage, and a double cart-lodge with light and power. A self-contained duplex annexe presents an ideal space for guests. The heated swimming pool, set slightly elevated, is surrounded by paving and complemented by a charming pool house complete with a kitchenette – perfect for summer entertaining. The gardens, predominantly laid to lawn, are framed with bush and flower borders, and a Mulberry tree stands as a nod to the home's name, making this property an ideal haven for families or passionate gardeners alike.

Arkesden is a highly sought-after north-west Essex village, blending period charm with modern convenience amidst stunning countryside. The village offers a church, village hall, the newly refurbished Axe & Compass public house, and a playing field. Just 2 miles away, Clavering provides additional amenities, including a village shop, public houses, and a primary school. The historic market town of Saffron Walden, 7 miles away, offers extensive shopping, educational, and leisure facilities, while the world-renowned City of Cambridge lies to the north. For commuters, Audley End mainline railway station (3 miles) provides services to London Liverpool Street.