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This enchanting Victorian Swiss-style detached house is steeped in history and locally listed as a ‘building of local architectural and historic interest.’ Idyllically located on the edge of Epping Forest in the Baldwins Hill Conservation area, it was designed by Edmond Egan who was one of Loughton’s most famous architects and it is one of the few such homes still in existence. From the moment you sweep onto the spacious driveway you will be captivated by the picturesque exterior with its steep sloping roof and ornate bargeboards and finials, matching pitched roof original entrance, high chimneystack, multi-pane casement windows and black painted wood walls. The front door opens into the hallway, it is at this stage you realise that, while the outside reflects the charm of a bygone era, internally the property has been renovated and extended to be a stunning contemporary home. It includes a modern family bathroom with a feature brick wall and inset shelves, a bath and separate double shower, an additional shower room, a single bedroom and two double bedrooms. One is dual aspect with French doors to the garden featuring House of Hackey ‘Fern’ wallpaper, while the dual aspect principal bedroom was the sitting room and features an impressive fireplace and the original front entrance that makes an excellent walk in wardrobe. There is also fixed ladder access to a first-floor space that could always be converted into an en-suite bathroom or dressing room with the addition of a spiral staircase, subject to any necessary planning permissions. There is a charming sitting room with windows overlooking the impressive kitchen and dining area with poured concrete flooring, underfloor heating and a modern log burning stove as a focal point. However, it is the awe-inspiring kitchen and dining area that is the ‘star of the show’. Tiled steps lead down to this stunning light and bright area with its high vaulted ceiling, Velux windows, two sets of bi-fold doors to the rear decked terrace, solid wood flooring, a dining area and the contemporary kitchen. This features a Stove cooker, a Smeg fridge and modern flat fronted units housing an integrated dishwasher and washing machine. There is the delightful raised decked terrace that runs the length of the property and borders a well-manicured lawn leading to a pergola covered outdoor dining area as well as to a separate bespoke office/studio building designed by East Space Studios. This overlooks the forest and is fully insulated and includes lighting, electrics and WiFi so is ideal for anyone working from home. History The house was historically called Rose Cottage and Swiss Cottage and once was thought to have originally been the forest keeper’s cottage. It was lived in by playwright, writer and actor Ken Campbell until his death in 2008 and this is commemorated by a blue plaque. OFFERED WITH NO ONWARD CHAIN. Seller Insight 'We bought this house as we were charmed by its character and history, and the fact that we had direct access to the forest, as we wanted our young twin daughters to enjoy the delights of the countryside, but we still needed to be near London for work. On the one hand, we can enjoy walks, cycle and horse rides in the forest or stop off at the Foresters or Gardeners Arms pubs for a drink or a meal. Loughton is a charming town with plenty of pubs, restaurants, supermarkets, boutiques and salons as well as specialist shops such as the Ginger Pig butchers and Gail’s bakery. There are also a number of sports clubs and facilities, including the Loughton Leisure Centre with a large indoor swimming pool, while golfing aficionados can play at the Epping golf course of the Hobbs Cross Golf Centre. There is a wide selection of schools in the area, including Staples Road Primary, Hereward Primary and Debden Park High School, as well as good, independent schools. The town is on the London Underground’s Central Line, which can whisk you to Stratford in 20 minutes and Liverpool Street in about half an hour, so it is ideal for commuters wanting to travel to the City or the West End. As far as road travel is concerned, it is only a short distance to the M11 for the M25 as well as access to Stansted, Heathrow and Cambridge.'

A substantial detached five-bedroom house in one of Loughton's more prestigious areas. Originally built in 1996, this well-maintained house occupies one of the largest plots on a highly regarded architect-designed and gated development and is in a prime position overlooking the central green and pond and backing onto open fields, providing privacy and seclusion. The house has great external appeal with its fascinating roof lines, chimneystack, mellow brickwork with decorative quoins, ornate cornicing and a Palladian style pillared entrance and is approached via a driveway leading to the double garage and bordered by a front lawn and high hedging. The front door opens into a welcoming hallway with a storage cupboard, cloakroom and stairs to the first floor. Just inside the door is a study that is ideally positioned for anyone working from home as it provides easy access to business visitors while opposite is a sophisticated bespoke library designed by Clive Christian that could also make an excellent dining room for more formal occasions. There is an elegant and bright dual aspect sitting room featuring full height windows and a cast iron fireplace as an attractive focal point, while the dual aspect family room has French doors to the terrace and is just the place to relax or enjoy a game with the children. A large kitchen/breakfast room has access to the garage and utility room and includes tiled flooring, panelled walls and shaker style units housing a hob, fridge freezer and space for a dishwasher, while still leaving room for a large dining table. The first floor galleried landing has a large airing cupboard and access to the bathroom with a bath, separate shower and a vanity basin with half height cupboards. There are five double bedrooms with fitted cupboards including two with wood flooring. Three of these bedrooms have stunning views over the surrounding fields and countryside while the other two offer views over the green and the pond. The spacious dual aspect second bedroom has an en-suite bathroom and the attractive well-proportioned principal bedroom also has an en-suite bathroom that has a bath, separate shower and vanity basin. The charming and secluded rear garden includes a terrace for al fresco dining and a particularly large lawn ideal for a game of cricket or football. This is interspersed and surrounded by trees and shrubs and backs onto farmland. What the Owner says: 'We bought this property from new some 30 years ago as we loved this particular house and also the surroundings which, were designed to reflect the character of a traditional English village, with individually styled homes arranged around landscaped greens and communal spaces, creating a unique and established setting. Also, as it is in a cul-de-sac and a gated community, it is very secure, as well as being safe for children and pets. The security aspect has been particularly important as we are often away so it can be of benefit to those with a lock-up-and-go lifestyle. It is also great to be so close to the 6000 acres of Epping Forest where we can go for walks or cycle rides and feel we are in the country, yet we are not far from the centre of the town. Loughton is a charming town with plenty of pubs, restaurants and independent shops as well as sports and entertainment including golf courses and the Loughton Leisure Centre with an indoor swimming pool. There is a wide selection of schools in the area including Hereward Primary and Debden Park High School, both rated Outstanding by Ofsted, as well as good independent schools. The town is on the Underground's Central Line that can whisk you to Stratford in 20 minutes and Liverpool Street in about half an hour, so is ideal for commuters wanting to travel to the City or the West End. As far as road travel is concerned it is only a short distance to the M11 for the M25 as well as access to Stansted, Heathrow and Cambridge.' Room sizes: Hallway: 14'7 x 9'11 (4.45m x 3.02m) Cloakroom Study: 10'4 x 9'8 (3.15m x 2.95m) Library: 14'8 x 10'9 (4.47m x 3.28m) Sitting Room: 21'1 x 12'10 (6.43m x 3.91m) Kitchen/Breakfast Room: 14'9 x 14'0 (4.50m x 4.27m) Utility Room: 8'2 x 4'4 (2.49m x 1.32m) Family Room: 14'6 x 11'7 (4.42m x 3.53m) Landing: 25'11 x 7'10 (7.90m x 2.39m) Principal Bedroom: 14'9 x 14'4 (4.50m x 4.37m) En-Suite Bathroom Bedroom 2: 14'4 x 10'9 (4.37m x 3.28m) En-Suite Bathroom Bedroom 3: 14'8 x 13'2 (4.47m x 4.02m) Bedroom 4: 10'4 x 9'8 (3.15m x 2.95m) Bedroom 5: 14'9 x 8'11 (4.50m x 2.72m) Bathroom Garage Off Street Parking Front Garden Rear Garden

We are delighted to be able to offer this individual architect designed stunning Victorian residence. The current owners have cleverly combined the traditional features with a classic contemporary interior to create a magnificent family home. Immaculately presented and beautifully arranged over 3 floors offering flexible and versatile living accommodation comprising 5 reception rooms, stunning kitchen/breakfast room, orangery and family room. Principal bedroom suite with en-suite and dressing room, a further 3 double bedrooms with en-suite facilities and an additional 4/5 bedrooms. The property sits on a private gated plot approaching 5 acres, with well-maintained gardens, patio/entertaining areas and driveway parking for numerous vehicles and detached garages with additional storage for 4 vehicles. EPC Rating F. The Setting    Accessed by automated gates and a sweeping driveway to the front of the property, with the majority of the lawned gardens situated at the front, approaching 5 acres. This truly magnificent Late Victorian Country Home is situated within an idyllic location in the small Essex village of Ugley Green. The property is less than 3 miles north of Stansted Mountfitchet where every day needs can be met, offering a good range of amenities and the market town of Bishop s Stortford is less than 7 miles away and offers a more comprehensive selection of shops, restaurants, pubs and social activities.   For commuters, there are mainline railway stations at Elsenham (less than a mile away) or Stansted Mountfitchet (less than 3 miles away). For road users junction 8 of the M11 is a little over 4 miles away and Stansted s International Airport is less than 7 miles away. The Accommodation    A covered porchway leads to a solid wood door that opens to an inner entrance hallway with wc and a further opening door to the main entrance hall/reception room with feature fireplace, bespoke book shelving, solid wooden flooring and oak panelled turned staircase to the first floor. Further doors from this area, lead to a generous dual aspect sitting/drawing room with feature fireplace and wooden flooring. There are further reception rooms off the entrance hall/reception which are currently being used as a gym with French doors to the side of the property and a formal dining room with large Inglenook fireplace, exposed beams and French doors opening to the rear of the property. The stunning bespoke kitchen/breakfast room has been handcrafted with a range of wall and base units, larder cupboards, granite and oak work surfaces, large central island with integrated appliances, Aga range, natural stone flooring with underfloor heating. The kitchen area flows through to a beautiful orangery fitted with matching bespoke dresser units, two sets of French doors opening to the patio/entertaining areas outside and flows through to a lovely quiet area/family room. A further door from the kitchen leads to a substantial utility room with extensive storage cupboards, wc and a doorway to the TV/Cinema Room and an external door to the garden. The oak paneled turned staircase from the entrance hallway/reception room rises to a generous landing area with doors leading to a beautiful, bright Principal bedroom with views across the front gardens, handcrafted bespoke fitted dressing room with a doorway to the en-suite shower room. There are a further 3 double bedrooms, 2 of which have en-suite facilities, a study/single bedroom and a family bathroom that completes this floor. The second floor offers a further 3 bedrooms and a second family bathroom. Bedroom 6 has en-suite bathroom facilities and fabulous views across the gardens, there is also a smaller bedroom/yoga room tucked away at the end of the landing area. Outside    The property is approached by electronically operated gates onto a sweeping driveway leading to the front of the home and offers parking for numerous vehicles and a detached 3 bay garage with further detached single garage/ storage. There are fabulous patio/entertainment area situated outside the orangery which overlooks the private extensive gardens that are predominantly laid to lawn with mature trees, hedgerows and shrubbed borders and there are greenhouses located to the rear of the garden.   Additionally, there are fenced paddocks, in total the plot approaches 5 acres. Services    Oil fired central heating, mains drainage, water and electricity are connected. Local Authority    Uttlesford District Council Council Tax    Tax Band G Floorplan IMPORTANT NOTE TO PURCHASERS: We endeavour to make our sales particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. Any services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All measurements have been taken as a guide to prospective buyers only, and are not precise. Please be advised that some of the particulars may be awaiting vendor approval. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are traveling some distance to view. Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller. IAD260066