5 bedroom detached house for sale

Set at the end of the prestigious Chalklands cul-de-sac in the sought-after village of Howe Green, this exceptional detached residence delivers an impressive blend of luxury, space, and versatility. Occupying a generous 0.4-acre plot, the property has been thoughtfully extended and beautifully enhanced to create a substantial family home perfectly suited to modern living. At the heart of the property is a stunning open-plan kitchen and dining space, designed for both everyday family life and entertaining on a grand scale. Flooded with natural light, this superb room features contemporary finishes, ample dining space, and striking bifold doors opening directly onto the beautifully landscaped south-facing garden. Complementing the main living areas are a spacious lounge with dining area, a versatile playroom, dedicated home office, large utility room, downstairs cloakroom, and integral garage access, offering practicality alongside style. The first floor continues to impress with four generous double bedrooms within the main residence. The luxurious principal suite enjoys a dressing area and stylish en-suite shower room, while the remaining bedrooms are served by a beautifully appointed family bathroom. A recent addition to the home has created a superb self-contained bedroom suite complete with kitchenette and private en-suite, ideal for multigenerational living, guests, au pair accommodation, or independent teenagers. Externally, the property enjoys a truly outstanding setting. The professionally landscaped rear garden, designed by the award-winning Rose Hill Luxury Gardens, provides a private outdoor sanctuary with mature planting, elegant entertaining terraces, an outdoor kitchen with stone worktops and a hot tub area. To the front, a substantial driveway offers extensive off-road parking alongside a lawned frontage, garage and an additional parcel of land to the side. Chalklands is regarded as one of Howe Green’s most desirable residential addresses, enjoying a peaceful semi-rural setting whilst remaining exceptionally well connected. The property is ideally positioned for access to Sandon, Danbury Country Park, and Chelmsford city centre, which offers an excellent selection of shopping, dining, and highly regarded schooling options, including Sandon School, New Hall, and Chelmsford’s renowned grammar schools. For commuters, the location is particularly appealing, with Sandon Park & Ride providing convenient access to Chelmsford railway station, while the newly opened Beaulieu Park station offers direct services into London Liverpool Street. Excellent road connections via the A12 and M25 further enhance the property’s accessibility. A rare opportunity to acquire a substantial and highly versatile family home in an exclusive village location, combining elegant interiors, exceptional outdoor space, and superb connectivity.