‘This property is an absolute gem, a very rare find indeed’

Located in a quiet private road in this sought after commuter village situated on the Herts/Essex border, ‘The Garden House’ is a

Victorian extension attached to a Grade ll listed hall house, steeped in history, which dates back to the Knights Templar’s and is one

of the oldest properties in the ancient manor of Roydon which is listed in The Doomsday Book. This attractive red brick residence

can best be described as ‘a modern house with an old hat’, having been the subject of a complete programme of restoration by the

current owners.

GARDEN HOUSE, FARM CLOSE,

ROYDON, ESSEX CM19 5LW

£699,000 FREEHOLD

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION

A rare and exceptional opportunity to acquire what can only

be described as 'a real gem of a property', located in a highly

desirable private road in this sought after commuter village

on the Hertfordshire/Essex border.

'The Garden House' is a Victorian extension attached to a

Grade ll listed hall house, steeped in history, which dates

back to the Knights Templar's and is one of the oldest

properties in the ancient manor of Roydon which is listed in

The Doomsday Book. This attractive red brick residence can

best be described as 'a modern house with an old hat',

having been the subject of a complete programme of

restoration by the current owners.

Great care has been taken to retain the original features

such as pine doors, pine flooring, sash windows, high ceilings

and cornicing, whist undergoing complete modernisation.

Featuring a new bespoke kitchen, luxury bathroom, new gas

central heating, complete rewiring and modern

soundproofing, the outstanding quality continues outside.

Boasting a set of hand crafted electrically operated gates and

new patio, the generous gravel drive provides parking for

several vehicles together with a pretty timber outbuilding.

The predominately walled cottage garden is very private and

is mainly laid to lawn, with an abundance of mature planting,

trees and flower beds.

This stunning property opens into the wider than average

reception hall with sweeping staircase rising to the first floor.

The living room is found towards the rear and features a

beautiful cast iron fireplace with carved surround, bespoke

in-built cupboards and shelving with a large sash window

overlooking the lovely gardens.

A wide square arch leads through to a stunning

contemporary light and airy kitchen that is triple aspect with

double doors opening up to the garden and features a wide

range of units with granite work surfaces, central island,

integrated appliances, range style cooker and plenty of

preparation space. There is also a convenient guest

cloakroom/w.c. on this floor.

The spacious first floor landing, with sash window to the

front aspect, lends itself to be utilised as a study area or just

a lovely quiet place to sit, relax and read a book. The

generous master bedroom, large second double bedroom

and luxury bathroom complete the accommodation on this

floor. NB - The vendor is now in the process of creating a

separate 3rd bedroom, utilising the front aspect sash

window. Please consult with Agent and see separate plan for

more details.

LOCATION

Farm Close is a small, select private no-through road located

right in the heart of the village, opposite the pretty village

green. 'Garden House' can be found just down on the right

hand side, approached via the second set of remotely

operated double gates. Although tucked away in this

peaceful location, you are just moments away from all village

amenities that include a small high street offering a

convenience store/post office, chemist, pubs/restaurants,

JMI school and a main-line station.

Roydon train station runs services to London Liverpool Street

in approximately 33 minutes.

The M11, M25 and the A10 are also within a comfortable

distance for travel by road.

ACCOMMODATION

Original front door with leaded light inserts opening to:

RECEPTION HALL

Wide sweeping staircase rising to first floor. Under stairs

cupboard. Beautiful classic black and white tiled floor. Wall

mounted security entry phone. Door to:

GUEST CLOAKROOM

Fitted with a low level w.c. and circular vanity wash hand

basin with drawer unit below. Wall lights. Tiled floor.

Extractor fan.

LIVING ROOM 16' 1" x 14' 8" (4.9m x 4.47m)

Sash window overlooking the garden. Carved wood fire

surround and mantle with inset cast iron fire and decorative

slips. Bespoke built-in cupboards and book shelves to either

side. Ornate coved cornice. Original floor boards. Radiator.

Ceiling down-lighting. Open square arch with detailed

architraves to:

KITCHEN / BREAKFAST ROOM 16' 3" x 14' 7" (4.95m x

4.44m). Lovely light and airy kitchen, being triple aspect with

sash windows to front and side together with double doors

opening onto the garden. Superbly fitted with a

contemporary modern range of high gloss wall base and

larder units complemented by granite work surfaces and up-

risers. Matching island unit with 'Blanco' inset stainless steel

sink, integrated washing machine, dishwasher, wine rack and

three attractive ceiling light pendants over. Under counter

kick-plate heating. Recessed 'Rangemaster' dual fuel range

style cooker with extractor fan. Twin vertical radiators.

Original wood floor boards.

SUPERB FIRST FLOOR LANDING Spacious landing area that

would lend itself to be utilised as a study area or just a lovely

quiet place to sit and relax. Sash window to front aspect.

Radiator. Loft hatch with pull down ladder giving access to a

spacious loft area.

NB - The vendor is now in the process of creating a separate

3rd bedroom, utilising the front aspect sash window. Please

consult with Agent and see separate plan for more details.

MASTER BEDROOM 15' 2" x 11' 11" (4.62m x 3.63m)

Sash window overlooking the rear garden. Radiator. Picture

rail and ornate coved cornice. Wiring in situ for wall

mounted television.

BEDROOM TWO 15' 1" x 12' (4.6m x 3.66m)

Dual aspect sash windows to side and rear. Radiator. Dado

rail and ornate coved cornice. Wiring in situ for wall

mounted television.

LUXURY BATHROOM 10' 10 max" x 9' 3" (3.3m x 2.82m)

Fitted with a four piece suite comprising: Contemporary

stand-alone bath with mixer tap and shower attachment.

High flush w.c. Vanity wash hand basin with marble counter

top and storage below. Recessed shower cubicle with

'rainfall' shower head, hand held shower attachment and

glazed door. Wall mounted mirrored bathroom cabinet. Half

tiled walls and complementary floor tiling. Chrome heated

towel rail and additional radiator. Door to cupboard housing

hot water cylinder. Sash window.

NOTICE: Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of these sales

details, they are for guidance purposes only and prospective purchasers or

lessees are advised to seek their own professional advice as well as to satisfy

themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their correctness.

No representation or warranty whatever is made in relation to this property by

Oliver Minton or its employees, nor do such sales details form part of any offer or

contract.

Tenure : Freehold

Viewing Arrangements:

Strictly by appointment

20 High Street, Roydon, Essex, CM19 5HJ

01279 888212

Email: sales@oliverminton.com

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