5 bedroom detached house for sale

Guide Price £950,000 to £975,000 - Part of our Signature collection, this elegant Edwardian residence is in a central location close to Witham town centre and mainline railway station. The property has been updated and improved to a high standard, whilst retaining many period features.

Bygrove House is a substantial five bedroom detached family home set on a plot of approximately 0.3 of an acre, with an in-and-out driveway and a garage.

The front door opens into the spacious and grand entrance hall with solid oak flooring and underfloor heating. A turning staircase rises to the first floor with storage below, with a door to the cloakroom and a leaded window to the sitting room.

To the left is the family room, which could also make an ideal study, with a leaded window to the front and an attractive cast iron fireplace. To the right of the hall, the sitting room is of similar grand proportions, with high ceilings and an attractive cast iron fireplace with inset log burner – the perfect cosy retreat as the autumn nights are drawing in.

The dining room is to the rear of the property with French doors opening out to the garden and a feature fireplace with arched recesses and built-in storage either side.

The stylish kitchen comprises a range of bespoke units with granite work surfaces and a central island/breakfast bar with solid wood worktop. The kitchen benefits from underfloor heating and integrated Siemens appliances include the dishwasher, high level double oven and warming drawer, plus an induction hob with extractor above. There is ample space for a large dining table in this light and airy room, which is ideal for entertaining friends and family. The delightful garden room has a triple aspect with tiled flooring and a door leading out to the garden - which could make an ideal access point for those with muddy paws or boots. Located off the kitchen is a useful utility and laundry room.

On the first floor, the generous split level landing providing access to the family bathroom, airing cupboard and a fantastic reading nook with built-in storage and stairs rising to the second floor.

The principal bedroom at the front of the property features built-in wardrobes and an ensuite shower room, whilst the second bedroom, third and fourth bedrooms are also a good size, each with built-in storage and bedroom four featuring an ornate fireplace. On the top floor, where bedroom five can be found has a dormer window to the front and double doors to a storage room.

Outside
To the front of the property is an in-and-out shingle driveway which sweeps around a lawned area with a mature hedge screen. The driveway gives access to the property and the detached timber garage. There is gated access to the side of the property with path leading to the rear garden.

The attractive garden is perfect for hosting, with a patio directly accessed from the house and a raised decked area with a hot tub and seating. The garden is approximately 153ft and includes a rather fabulous bar and entertaining space.


Location

Witham is a thriving market town having two shopping centres, there are a variety of shops serving day-to-day needs. The town has its own mainline railway station with direct trains to London Liverpool Street with a journey time of approximately 45 minutes. There are also nearby road links via the A12 to Chelmsford, M25 and London to the South, and to the North, Colchester and East Anglia. The A120 can be joined at Braintree giving easy access to Stansted Airport and M11.

Directions

Please use the postcode CM8 2DZ for SatNav

Important Information

Services - We understand that mains water, drainage, gas and electricity are connected to the property.
Tenure - Freehold
Council Tax Band –G
EPC rating - tbc
Ref - WIT200404/DJN