5 bedroom detached house for sale

Positioned within the prestigious Hutton Mount Private Estate and offered with no onward chain, this substantial and beautifully appointed detached family home extends to 3,188 sq ft of thoughtfully arranged accommodation, combining generous proportions with high-quality finishes throughout. Set behind wrought iron electric gates and occupying a generous plot of approximately 0.26 acres, the property offers both privacy and exceptional versatility, with a magnificent rear garden and substantial outbuilding. Longaford Way is one of Hutton Mount’s most favoured turnings, set within easy reach of Shenfield Broadway and mainline railway station, providing fast and frequent services into London Liverpool Street (in approximately 22 minutes) via the Elizabeth Line. The area is noted for its excellent schooling, including the highly regarded St Martin’s School.Ground Floor From beneath a sheltered entrance, a step rises to a solid oak front door with obscure leaded light glazed panels to either side, opening into a bright and welcoming entrance hall. This impressive space immediately sets the tone, featuring Amtico wood-effect herringbone flooring, ornate coved cornicing, spot lighting and a painted spindle staircase rising to a galleried landing. A leaded light window to the front elevation enhances natural light, while a fitted cloaks cupboard provides practical storage. From the hall, the eye is drawn through the full depth of the house to the beautifully maintained rear garden beyond, a view that immediately conveys the scale and quality of this home. The cloakroom is stylishly appointed with a back-to-wall WC set beneath a marble-effect surface, a corner vanity basin with chromium fittings, mosaic tiled splashback and continuation of the Amtico flooring. The family room is a generous and light-filled reception space with a leaded light bow window to the front elevation. Bespoke fitted cabinetry spans one wall, incorporating media storage, shelving and cupboards, offering a versatile room equally suited to formal entertaining, relaxed family living or use as a home library. The principal living room is a room of excellent proportions, flooded with natural light from twin front-facing windows. A contemporary remote-controlled fireplace with granite-topped cabinetry and integrated media recess forms a striking focal point. Double doors connect seamlessly to the entrance hall, while a secondary access leads through to the home office. A dedicated home office is exceptionally well appointed for modern professional working, with bespoke fitted furniture including extensive desk space and storage. A rear-facing window offers views over the garden, while an additional cupboard provides further practicality. Adjacent lies a versatile study, currently arranged as a secondary work space, but equally suited as a fitness room, games room or children's playroom. A door opens directly on to the rear terrace, creating an excellent indoor-outdoor connection. This room also provides internal access to the garage.Kitchen, Dining & Garden Room The outstanding kitchen, dining and garden room forms the true heart of the home, a magnificent entertaining space extending to over 33 ft, thoughtfully arranged into distinct yet connected zones that effortlessly combine everyday family living with large-scale entertaining. The kitchen itself is fitted with a comprehensive range of high-quality cabinetry, complemented by granite work surfaces and upstands. A Franke one-and-a-quarter bowl sink unit is set within the worktop, alongside integrated dishwasher, space for a range cooker with extractor, and American-style fridge/freezer. A microwave is neatly inset, while the central island incorporates a breakfast bar and wine fridge, ideal for informal dining and entertaining. Wide French doors open from the dining area directly onto a broad paved terrace, creating a seamless connection between kitchen entertaining and garden living. The adjoining glazed conservatory is a particularly striking feature. With a vaulted glazed roof and full-height windows, this space is bathed in natural light and offers uninterrupted views across the garden. Amtico charcoal tile-effect flooring runs throughout, complemented by two radiators, making this a superb year-round living space. A separate utility room provides additional functionality, fitted with wall-mounted cupboards, marble-effect work surfaces, stainless steel sink and space for domestic appliances.First Floor The galleried landing is a particularly attractive feature, with three front-facing windows drawing in natural light. Ornate coved cornicing continues throughout, and there is access to loft storage and an airing cupboard housing the hot water cylinder. The principal bedroom suite offers a peaceful rear aspect with two windows overlooking the garden. Extensive fitted wardrobes run along two walls, providing excellent storage. The en-suite is luxuriously appointed with a walk-in wet room-style shower, twin vanity basins set within a marble-effect surface, concealed cistern WC and full-height tiling. Bedroom two is an impressive and versatile T-shaped suite, featuring dormer windows to the front and side, a seating area, fitted storage and a contemporary en suite shower room. Bedrooms three, four and five are all well-proportioned, each offering flexible accommodation for family or guests, with pleasant aspects to the front or rear. The family bathroom is elegantly finished with a bath, separate shower enclosure, vanity basin and concealed cistern WC, complemented by full-height tiling, heated towel rail and natural light via a light tube.Gardens & Grounds The rear garden is an outstanding feature and represents a rare offering for Hutton Mount, extending to approximately 118 ft in depth and 60 ft in width, offering a high degree of privacy and seclusion. A broad paved terrace spans the rear of the house, providing an ideal setting for outdoor entertaining and summer dining. The garden is predominantly laid to lawn and bordered by mature laurel hedging to both sides, ensuring excellent screening. A raised flowerbed with timber sleeper edging is planted with a variety of shrubs and plants, while a circular terrace at the far end of the garden provides a further seating area to enjoy the afternoon and evening sun. Additional features include outside lighting, water supply and irrigation system. A substantial outbuilding (approx. 19’3 x 12’2) is positioned at the end of the garden and represents a significant additional asset. With wood-effect flooring, heating, lighting and plumbing provision, it offers exceptional versatility as a home office, studio, gym or guest accommodation.Frontage & Garage To the front, wrought iron electric gates open onto a generous gravel carriage driveway, providing ample off-street parking. Mature hedging and planting enhance privacy and kerb appeal. The house has the benefit of an EV charging point. The garage is accessed via large oak doors and is fitted with power and light, housing the boiler and services. Summary A rare opportunity to acquire a substantial and immaculately presented family home within the prestigious Hutton Mount Private Estate, offered with no onward chain. Combining over 3,188 sq ft of versatile living space, tasteful interiors, superb open-plan entertaining and a beautifully landscaped garden with outbuilding, Willowcroft is ideally suited to modern family life with excellent provision for home working, entertaining and multi-generational living. Properties offering this combination of scale, plot and position within Hutton Mount are seldom available.