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£850,0003 bedroom detached house for sale
Main Road, Danbury, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3
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Study
Detached house
3 beds
1 bath
1924
Key information
Tenure: Freehold
Council tax: Band G
Features and description
- Grade II listed
- Private gated driveway
- Detached double garage
- Approximately1,925 sq ft
- Period features
- EPC Rating = D
A detached listed cottage, set on about 0.3 of an acre, located within the desirable village of Danbury.
Description
This charming and spacious Grade II listed, three bedroom detached home offers an abundance of versatile living space. This beautifully arranged property seamlessly blends generous proportions with a flexible layout.
A porch leads to a delightful reception room, perfect for a home office, snug or formal sitting area. The main sitting room is equally impressive, boasting generous dimensions (15'9" x 14'6") and an open fireplace with inset wood burner. From here, the kitchen/dining room provides double doors opening into the conservatory which overlooks the rear garden.
The kitchen is well appointed with an oil-fired AGA and further electric oven, and an adjacent utility room, offering excellent storage and practicality. A spacious ground floor bathroom completes the ground floor accommodation, featuring both bath and separate shower facilities.
To the first floor there are three well-proportioned bedrooms, including a principal bedroom, that could easily accommodate additional dressing or seating areas. Two further bedrooms provide ample space for family or guests, all served by a central landing.
Outside
The property is accessed via a private driveway through electric gates, leading to a detached double garage and off-street parking for numerous vehicles. The rear garden has an established boundary with al fresco dining areas and a summerhouse.
Services
Mains water, electricity, gas and drainage.
Location
Maldon: 4.6 miles; Chelmsford station: 5.4 miles; South Woodham Ferrers: 6 miles; Hatfield Peverel: 8.1 miles;
Ingatestone station: 12 miles; Brentwood: 15.9 miles;
Stansted Airport: 22 miles. All distances approximate.
Located within the CM3 4DT postcode, the property offers a charming village setting with a wealth of local amenities, excellent transport connections and highly regarded schools, making it an ideal location for families and commuters alike.
In the heart of the village, residents enjoy a selection of independent shops, convenience stores and cosy cafés, creating a traditional village atmosphere with a strong sense of community. The Bell, a popular local pub and restaurant, sits prominently on Main Road, providing a welcoming spot for dining and social gatherings. For those who appreciate the outdoors, Danbury is surrounded by beautiful countryside, with Danbury Country Park offering 45 acres of landscaped gardens, lakes and woodland trails. Additionally, Danbury Common and the Danbury Ridge Nature Reserve provide extensive areas of heathland and ancient woodland, ideal for scenic walks, cycling and wildlife spotting.
Transport links are excellent, with the A414 running directly through the village, offering swift road access to Chelmsford to the west and Maldon to the east. Regular bus services connect Danbury to nearby towns and villages, ensuring convenient public transport options for daily commuters and school journeys. For rail travel, Chelmsford railway station is approximately 4.3 miles away, providing fast and frequent services to London Liverpool Street, while Beaulieu Park station, around 3.3 miles from the village, is also within easy reach. Superfast broadband is available in the area, making Danbury a practical choice for remote working or digital lifestyles.
Families are particularly well served by local schooling. Danbury Park Community Primary School is just a short stroll from CM3 4DT, making the morning school run exceptionally convenient. St John’s Church of England Primary School is also nearby, located under a mile from the property. For secondary education, The Sandon School is situated approximately 2.1 miles away, while other well-regarded secondary options, including Great Baddow High School, The Boswells and Moulsham High School, are all within a 3-5 mile radius. For families seeking selective education, Chelmsford County High School for Girls and King Edward VI Grammar School are accessible alternatives, offering outstanding academic reputations.
Overall, Danbury combines the charm of village life with practical amenities and excellent connections, creating a perfect balance of countryside tranquillity and modern convenience.
Square Footage: 1,924 sq ft
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Description
This charming and spacious Grade II listed, three bedroom detached home offers an abundance of versatile living space. This beautifully arranged property seamlessly blends generous proportions with a flexible layout.
A porch leads to a delightful reception room, perfect for a home office, snug or formal sitting area. The main sitting room is equally impressive, boasting generous dimensions (15'9" x 14'6") and an open fireplace with inset wood burner. From here, the kitchen/dining room provides double doors opening into the conservatory which overlooks the rear garden.
The kitchen is well appointed with an oil-fired AGA and further electric oven, and an adjacent utility room, offering excellent storage and practicality. A spacious ground floor bathroom completes the ground floor accommodation, featuring both bath and separate shower facilities.
To the first floor there are three well-proportioned bedrooms, including a principal bedroom, that could easily accommodate additional dressing or seating areas. Two further bedrooms provide ample space for family or guests, all served by a central landing.
Outside
The property is accessed via a private driveway through electric gates, leading to a detached double garage and off-street parking for numerous vehicles. The rear garden has an established boundary with al fresco dining areas and a summerhouse.
Services
Mains water, electricity, gas and drainage.
Location
Maldon: 4.6 miles; Chelmsford station: 5.4 miles; South Woodham Ferrers: 6 miles; Hatfield Peverel: 8.1 miles;
Ingatestone station: 12 miles; Brentwood: 15.9 miles;
Stansted Airport: 22 miles. All distances approximate.
Located within the CM3 4DT postcode, the property offers a charming village setting with a wealth of local amenities, excellent transport connections and highly regarded schools, making it an ideal location for families and commuters alike.
In the heart of the village, residents enjoy a selection of independent shops, convenience stores and cosy cafés, creating a traditional village atmosphere with a strong sense of community. The Bell, a popular local pub and restaurant, sits prominently on Main Road, providing a welcoming spot for dining and social gatherings. For those who appreciate the outdoors, Danbury is surrounded by beautiful countryside, with Danbury Country Park offering 45 acres of landscaped gardens, lakes and woodland trails. Additionally, Danbury Common and the Danbury Ridge Nature Reserve provide extensive areas of heathland and ancient woodland, ideal for scenic walks, cycling and wildlife spotting.
Transport links are excellent, with the A414 running directly through the village, offering swift road access to Chelmsford to the west and Maldon to the east. Regular bus services connect Danbury to nearby towns and villages, ensuring convenient public transport options for daily commuters and school journeys. For rail travel, Chelmsford railway station is approximately 4.3 miles away, providing fast and frequent services to London Liverpool Street, while Beaulieu Park station, around 3.3 miles from the village, is also within easy reach. Superfast broadband is available in the area, making Danbury a practical choice for remote working or digital lifestyles.
Families are particularly well served by local schooling. Danbury Park Community Primary School is just a short stroll from CM3 4DT, making the morning school run exceptionally convenient. St John’s Church of England Primary School is also nearby, located under a mile from the property. For secondary education, The Sandon School is situated approximately 2.1 miles away, while other well-regarded secondary options, including Great Baddow High School, The Boswells and Moulsham High School, are all within a 3-5 mile radius. For families seeking selective education, Chelmsford County High School for Girls and King Edward VI Grammar School are accessible alternatives, offering outstanding academic reputations.
Overall, Danbury combines the charm of village life with practical amenities and excellent connections, creating a perfect balance of countryside tranquillity and modern convenience.
Square Footage: 1,924 sq ft
Directions
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About this agent

Savills has been a trusted part of the Chelmsford community since our predecessors began trading locally in 1957. Many members of our team of estate agents have been based here for many years, with each offering thoughtful, honest and creative advice, backed by industry-leading research teams. Much of our work involves buying and selling residential, agricultural and commercial property, in which our team has more than a century of combined experience. We work with Savills London offices to smooth the transition of clients from the capital to pastures new across Essex, as families look for an increased quality of life. Most visited website Savills.co.uk is the most visited UK national estate agency website, averaging over 2.4 million visits a month in 2020, and recording over 3.1 million visits in January 2021. Global exposure Our site is available in 22 languages including English, Chinese, Spanish and Russian. This guarantees your property will have the global exposure it deserves as well as providing access to more buyers via our website. Put simply, because we get more qualified visits, you get more opportunities to sell.
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