Ivylands, Bridge Road, Moreton, Ongar, Essex, CM5

*GUIDE PRICE £750,000 - £775,000*
*DETACHED GRADE II LISTED HOME*
*AN ABUNDANCE OF PERIOD FEATURES*
*FAVOURED SEMI RURAL VILLAGE*
*OVERALL SQ FT 1,868*
*ATTRACTIVE GARDEN BACKING MEADOW*
*DETACHED GARAGE 379 SQ FT*
*SEMI RURAL RETREAT COMBINED WITH CONVENIENT ACCESS TO NEIGHBOURING TOWNS*

Overview & Location    Located within the highly sought after village of Morton surrounded by picturesque countryside is 'Ivylands', a fine detached Grade II listed home dating back to the 17th century with interesting local history. This fine home in the past has been a village store and post office and still retains some of the attributes from this era. Moreton is an ideal semi rural retreat combined with convenient access to neighbouring towns and all their associated amenities. The village itself has two highly regarded public houses/restaurants and the ever popular Moreton Primary School. For the commuter there are good road links and for buyers wishing to travel into central London there are a selection of trains stations a short drive away. This home oozes charm and character with an abundance of features including exposed timbers and feature fireplaces. Externally there is a delightful rear garden backing directly onto an open meadow which provides a stunning natural backdrop and a large private driveway providing access to a twin double garage with potential to convert into home office, leisure room or gymnasium if required and subject to planning.

Main Accommodation    Entrance via part glazed door to reception hall/sitting room.

Reception Hall/Sitting Room 13'9" x 11'9" (4.2m x 3.58m). Glazed part patterned window to front elevation. Exposed central beam. Impressive feature fireplace with exposed brick work and exposed beams. Radiator. Door to kitchen. Open plan to inner lobby. Open plan to inner hallway

Inner Hallway    Window to front elevation. Wood panelling to walls with feature exposed timbers. Original post office safe. Quarry tiled floor. Door to cloakroom.

Cloakroom    Window to rear elevation. Exposed timbers. Suite comprises of pedestal wash hand basin and low level WC. Floor mounted oil central heating boiler. Feature floor.

Open Hallway    Feature window to front elevation. Staircase ascending to first floor. Doors to lounge/dining room.

Lounge/Dining Room 25'1" x 22' (7.65m x 6.7m). (Maximum) Leaded light windows to dual elevation. Exposed timbers. Impressive feature fireplace with tiled hearth and solid wood surround with open fire. Recess with fitted vanity units with shelving above and recess mood lighting. Radiators. Leaded light doors to rear terrace.

Kitchen/Breakfast Room 21'10" x 11'10" (6.65m x 3.6m). (Maximum)

Kitchen    Window to rear elevation with garden view and far reaching views of adjoining meadow. Exposed timbers. Range of fitted units with contrasting granite work surfaces, tiled splash backs and recess lighting. Inset one bowl sink unit with mixer tap. Range Master cooker with further integrated appliances including Bosch dishwasher and Smeg washing machine. Open plan to breakfast room.

Breakfast Room    Matching range of units with contrasting solid wood work surfaces. Integrated Indesit fridge/freezer. Fitted larder. Window to rear elevation with garden view. Serving hatch to dining room. Radiator. Tiled floor. Part glazed door to rear porch.

Rear Porch    Window and part glazed door to garden. Tiled floor.

First Floor

First Floor Spacious Landing    Exposed timbers. Feature plate rail with stain glass window. Feature decorative fireplace. Radiator. Doors to following accommodation.

Cot Room 7'5" x 6'5" (2.26m x 1.96m). Window to front elevation. Access to loft. Exposed timbers. Radiator.

Bedroom Two 13'5" x 9'3" (4.1m x 2.82m). Window to front elevation. Exposed beam. Radiator. Door to ensuite shower room.

Ensuite Shower Room 10'3" x 9'7" (3.12m x 2.92m). Window to rear elevation with garden view and view of meadow. Exposed timbers. Recess ceiling lights. Walk in shower, vanity wash hand basin and low level WC. Radiator. Wood effect floor.

Inner Hallway    Airing cupboard. Doors to following accommodation.

Bathroom    Window to rear elevation with garden view. Internal window to inner hallway. Recess ceiling lights. Suite comprises of panelled bath, pedestal wash hand basin and low level WC. Heated towel rail. Tiled walls with contrasting wood effect floor.

Bedroom Four 8'9" x 8'9" (2.67m x 2.67m). Window to rear elevation with garden view and adjoining meadow. Double cupboard. Radiator.

Bedroom Three 11'10" x 9'10" (3.6m x 3m). Window to front elevation. Exposed timbers. Radiator.

Bedroom One 21'1" x 11'2" (6.43m x 3.4m). Windows to triple aspect with the rear elevation window providing delightful views over rear garden and adjoining meadow. Exposed timbers. Two radiators.

Please note due to the age of this property and the character some rooms have restricted head height.

Exterior

Front Elevation    To one side of this fine home there is private driveway providing ample parking and serving a detached double garage complimented by mature planting and gate providing access to the rear garden. To the opposite side there is paved area with exterior lighting and part glazed door that provides access to this fine home. In addition there is a further side gate providing access to the rear garden and the screened oil tank.

Rear Garden    A feature of this property is the delightful landscaped rear garden which measures approximately 80' length x 90' width which backs directly onto open meadow land providing a natural and attractive backdrop. Commences with a paved terrace with exterior lighting which is ideal for entertaining with the remainder of the garden laid to lawn with an abundance of mature planting. In addition there is an exterior water tap and wood store.

Twin Double Garage 20' x 19' (6.1m x 5.8m). Due to the size of this garage potential may exist to convert into home office, leisure room or annex if required and subject to planning consent. Two doors to front elevation. Windows to dual elevation. Power and lighting connected. Courtesy part glazed door leading to rear terrace.

Agents Note    The council tax banding for this property set out on the council website is band G.