luxury house with reception room for sale Bishop's Stortford, United Kingdom

We are delighted to present this exquisite detached family home located on Avenue Road in Hoddesdon. Nestled at the end of a private road, this bespoke property boasts an impressive 3,161 square feet of living space, offering a perfect blend of luxury and comfort. Extended in 2019, the residence features four spacious bedrooms and three well appointed bathrooms, making it ideal for family living.One of the standout features of this remarkable home is its stunning west facing rear garden, which backs onto the River Lee and presents potential for mooring rights. The property also borders one of Broxbourne's sailing club lakes, providing a picturesque setting for outdoor enthusiasts. A sunny south facing balcony invites you to relax and enjoy the warmth of summer afternoons.The heart of the home is a spectacular 36'6 x 30'6 open plan kitchen, sitting, and dining room, designed for entertaining guests and hosting memorable gatherings. The large easy glide patio doors allow you to spill over onto the extensive patio which steps down onto the extensive lawn.Surrounded by beautiful countryside, this property is perfectly situated for those who appreciate scenic bridleways and picturesque riverside and lakeside walks. Despite its tranquil setting, it remains conveniently close to major road networks, a selection of British Rail Stations, and several highly regarded schools, making it an ideal choice for families. A short walk away is the highly rated Fish and Eels Public House where you can have a more than adequate lunch by the river.With parking for up to five vehicles, this home truly offers the best of both worlds-luxury living in a serene environment, yet with easy access to local amenities and transport links. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a stunning family home in a sought after location. Avenue Road is a Private Road on the borders of Hertfordshire and Essex, Maintenance to road is paid by contribution from the owners in the road on an adhoc basis.The house is connected to all mains services to include water, drainage, electricity and gas. The ground floor has under floor heating in five separately controlled zones. The owner has informed us that this waterside property has not flooded in the last 5 years. Double Opening Doors Reception Hall14' x 10'1 (4.27m x 3.07m) Kitchen/ Living/ Dining Room36'6 x 30'6 (11.13m x 9.30m) Utility Room15' x 9'7 (4.57m x 2.92m) Bedroom4/ Family Room12'9 x 12'8 (3.89m x 3.86m) Shower / Cloakroom12'7 x 5' (3.84m x 1.52m) First Floor Galleried Landing Principle Bedroom Suite27'9 x 12'11 (8.46m x 3.94m) Balcony10'4 x 4'3 (3.15m x 1.30m) En-Suite Bath/Shower Room12'7 x 9'3 (3.84m x 2.82m) Bedroom Suite Two28' x 12'9 (8.53m x 3.89m) En-Suite Bath/Shower Room 212'4 x 9'3 (3.76m x 2.82m) Bedroom Three21'11 x 10'7 (6.68m x 3.23m) Exterior Front Driveway Garage18'8 x 9'7 (5.69m x 2.92m) West Facing Rear Garden Summer House 19'7 x 9'4 (2.92m x 2.84m) Summer House 29'7 x 9'4 (2.92m x 2.84m)

Step inside:The Ground Floor offers 1,166 square feet of space, which holds the kitchen, dining area, utility room & study, as well as access to both the garage and external grounds. This area is perfect for open plan living & entertaining, but also ideal for families with younger active children who need keeping an eye on, thanks to the 3 sets of large sliding glass doors opening up the rear of the house to the garden area. The kitchen is a German handleless Hacker Kitchen, with grey stone Quartz worktops, integrated Siemens appliances, and a well-positioned breakfast bar. Offering superb views to the front and rear, with ease of access to the utility room, garage and gardens. The basement offers just under 1,000 square feet and lends itself to a range of uses, whether you would like a cinema room, party room, guest accommodation, or a second reception room as the current vendors use it, the options are endless. In addition to this main space below ground, there is bedroom 5 with a private en-suite – currently being used as a work space by the vendors. This 5th bedroom again has the flexibility to be not only a totally private and separate to the main house guest bedroom, but could also be a work space / office or could even transformed into a home gym. The basement can also be accessed via spiral staircase located to the right of the glass bridge leading to the main front door on ground level, leading to an exterior courtyard area below ground. The glass bridge entrance and glass balustrades at ground level allow a substantial amount of natural light in to the basement level accommodation, further accentuated by 2 large sets of glass sliding doors, leading to both the basement reception room and basement bedroom. The First Floor is just under 1,000 square feet, accommodating 4 double bedrooms and a family bathroom. Bedroom 1, generously sized to fit a Super king bed with plenty spare space, benefits from fitted wardrobes and generously sized en-suite with standalone bath tub and a large walk-in shower. Bedroom 2 offers a dressing area with fitted wardrobes along with an en-suite shower room. Step outsideSet in manageable grounds of 0.15 acres, there is plenty of parking to the front of the property accessed via remote controlled electric gates. At the rear, there is a large patio area with mature trees providing ultimate privacy, as well as gated side access.  LocationThe village of Aston is known locally for its conviviality and, despite its modest size, offers a great many clubs, societies and interest groups, as well as hosting several very successful school fetes and several annual village activities. The semi-rural area is steeped in history with a beautiful ancient Norman church, a village pre-school for children from aged 2.5 years, as well as the very sought-after Ofsted rated “outstanding” Aston St. Mary’s Primary School. There are sports clubs including tennis, badminton, cricket, a large community recreation ground and pretty country public houses within walking distance. For golfers of all abilities, Stevenage Golf Club is only 0.4 miles away. For equestrians, Aston is considered an excellent location, known for its’ extensive off-road riding options, several local livery yards, and access to the wider Stevenage Bridleway System, giving significant equine dimension to locals, with Hooks Cross Equestrian Riding School only 1.4 miles away (for all abilities, children aged 6+). Close-by, Knebworth Village is easily accessible, and provides a rail link with frequent fast service to London Kings Cross (25 minutes). The main town of Stevenage is a few miles away, offering extensive shopping, sporting and recreational amenities, along with an excellent fast trainline into London Kings Cross (24 minutes). Other informationEast Herts local authorityMitsubishi Ecodan air source heat pump and underfloor heating throughoutEPC Rating BMains drainage

Forming part of a stylish conversion of original brick-built barns with black weatherboarding and working chimneys, this exceptional home beautifully combines rustic charm with contemporary living. Retaining many original features including exposed beams, brickwork and a stunning vaulted reception area. Also offered with No Onward Chain and the potential to increase living space into the loft.Set within the sought-after rural location of Stanford Rivers, yet conveniently close to Ongar, Epping, and Brentwood, the home enjoys excellent transport links while maintaining a peaceful countryside feel.Accommodation is arranged over two levels and includes four well-proportioned bedrooms and two bathrooms, alongside a useful loft area which offers potential to create additional bedroom/guest space (subject to planning). The bespoke fitted kitchen is complemented by a separate utility room and a cloakroom/WC, offering both style and practicality for modern family living.Step inside into a welcoming entrance hallway providing access to the ground floor bedrooms, bathroom and the beautifully presented living space. The principal reception room showcases a stunning vaulted ceiling and a full-height exposed brick chimney breast with a feature log burner, creating a warm and inviting focal point that enhances the property’s character.The spacious kitchen/breakfast room is thoughtfully designed for both family living and entertaining, featuring a central island with breakfast bar, built-in appliances including a range cooker, wine fridge, and dishwasher, as well as double doors opening to the courtyard garden, perfect for sunny breakfasts or alfresco dining. A separate utility room adds further convenience.The ground floor accommodates three of the well-proportioned bedrooms and a family bathroom, while the first floor hosts the principal bedroom suite, complete with an en-suite shower room. In addition, separate wooden steps lead to a useful loft room, offering excellent storage or potential for flexible use. We understand there is potential for Planning Consent with a new staircase and windows in the loft room, creating a sizeable room for additional accommodation.The property enjoys a private walled courtyard garden, attractively landscaped and featuring patio lighting/heaters and an extendable awning, providing a delightful space for year-round outdoor dining and relaxation. In addition, there is a further open lawned garden area shared by residents, offering extra space to enjoy the tranquil surroundings. The property also benefits from a double garage in a separate block, providing secure parking and additional storage. Offered with no onward chain, this stunning property is offered with a Freehold possession and benefitting from a fully maintained shared private drainage system and maintained driveway and grounds between three properties (covered by an affordable annual management fee of approx. £550 per property).Being ideally located just 4 miles from Ongar High Street, 6 miles from Epping with Central Line services and approximately 9 miles from Brentwood (Elizabeth Line), the property also benefits from excellent road connections via the A12 (M25) and A414 (M11), making it perfect for commuters and families alike. It is just a short distance from the popular shops and restaurants of Ongar, including the renowned Smiths restaurant. The area is also well served by excellent local schooling, including Ongar Primary and the highly regarded Brentwood School, making it an ideal choice for families.

An elegant and beautifully designed country house set within the highly sought-after village of Fryerning, near Ingatestone, renowned for its ancient woodland and excellent transport links to London.Set in approximately 6.3 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, Blanket Hall provides around 9,250 sq. ft. of exceptional living and leisure accommodation, including a striking indoor swimming pool and leisure complex.The property is surrounded by lush gardens and further benefits from a tennis court and extensive landscaping, offering an outstanding lifestyle for the discerning family. Renowned local schooling and convenient rail connections to central London, including the Elizabeth Line from Shenfield, further enhance the appeal of this exclusive and highly desirable location.A gated entrance leads to an expansive sweeping driveway, providing access to integral garaging which in turn connects seamlessly to the leisure complex. The house is entered via a magnificent reception hall, centred around a striking balustraded staircase, setting the tone for the generous scale and elegance found throughout the ground floor.There is an abundance of living and entertaining space, comprising four principal reception rooms including an impressive 32ft drawing room, formal dining room, sitting room and a well-appointed study. These rooms are enhanced by high ceilings and full-height sash windows, creating light-filled and beautifully proportioned interiors.At the heart of the home lies a bespoke Mark Wilkinson kitchen, showcased within a superb kitchen/breakfast/family room. The design incorporates a central island, integrated appliances, an AGA and air conditioning, complemented by a larder, cloakroom/WC and a practical utility area.Beyond, the leisure complex is truly outstanding in both design and luxury, featuring a spectacular indoor swimming pool and Jacuzzi and bespoke Bar area, all overlooked by a games room and gym, creating an exceptional space for both relaxation and recreation and, of course, overlooking with beautiful sun terraces.The first floor provides a collection of beautifully appointed bedroom suites, three of which benefit from air conditioning. Four bedrooms feature private en-suite bathrooms, all luxuriously finished, while two further bedrooms are served by a high-quality private shower room.In addition, an extensive attic space, accessed via a staircase, offers generous storage and the potential for further usable or utility space, adding flexibility to this impressive family home.The high-spec features include Sonos surround sound system, three-phase electric, electric car charging point and CCTV.The highly sought-after village of Fryerning lies just outside Ingatestone, which offers a mainline railway station providing direct services into London Liverpool Street, together with the renowned Anglo European School. Fryerning itself is characterised by ancient woodland and rolling farmland, offering some of the most picturesque walking routes in the area.The village benefits from two highly regarded pubs and restaurants, The Viper and The Cricketers, both of which are within comfortable walking distance. Fryerning is also ideally positioned for access to an excellent selection of state and private schools, including Anglo European, Brentwood School, St Martin’s, King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford County High School for Girls, New Hall and Felsted, making it an outstanding location for families.AGENTS NOTE:  The price indicated at Guide Price £5.5Million is for the Blanket Hall and approx 6.3 Acres of garden.  The Coach House can be purchased with the property extending the total grounds to approx 6.5 Acres if required at a Guide Price of £6.5Million.  Further land is also available.  Contact agent for more information.Council Tax Band H.EPC Rating C.

At the heart of the property is a stunning open-plan kitchen, dining and living space, designed with both everyday life and entertaining in mind. The bespoke Schmidt kitchen features granite worktops, sleek cabinetry and integrated Siemens appliances, all centred around a generous island with breakfast bar seating. Bi-folding doors open seamlessly onto the terrace and landscaped garden, enjoying peaceful views across the open fields beyond. A separate utility room provides additional practicality.The ground floor further benefits from underfloor heating throughout and features a welcoming entrance hall, an additional reception room, a downstairs WC and thoughtfully designed storage area for coats and shoes. A front porch adds both practicality and a charming first impression.The first floor offers three spacious double bedrooms, including one that is positioned off its own private inner hallway, alongside a dressing room and additional bathroom — creating an ideal self-contained suite or annex space if required.There is also a fourth bedroom, currently used as a study, along with a well-appointed family bathroom.The second floor comprises an impressive principal suite, enjoying far-reaching views across the surrounding countryside, extensive fitted storage, and a beautifully appointed en-suite. A further double bedroom with its own en-suite and freestanding bath completes this level.Throughout the home, bathrooms are finished to a high standard with bespoke marble and porcelain tiling, creating a consistent sense of quality and refinement.Perfectly positioned, the property overlooks attractive open green space, with countryside walks accessible directly from the doorstep. A vibrant nearby high street offers a range of cafés, shops and amenities, including Waitrose.For commuters, Enfield Chase railway station is within walking distance, providing direct services to Moorgate in approximately 35 minutes, while Oakwood Underground station is just over a mile away, offering convenient access to King’s Cross and Central London.This is a superb opportunity to acquire a stylish, move-in ready home that combines generous living space, high-quality finishes and an exceptional setting.Contact Fine & Country using reference KOB for more information or to arrange an exclusive viewing.