Goldsmiths — Goldsmiths

A charming and elegant unlisted period house, offering up to six bedrooms and situated in one of the area's most sought-after locations and highest points in Essex. The house has many period features and combines generous and well-proportioned accommodation throughout. Forming part of the original manor house, the property enjoys a rich and fascinating history. The original part of Goldsmiths can be traced back to the 1540s and being built as a medieval hall house is one of the most historic properties in the area. It was previously occupied by Sir Joseph Dimsdale, Lord Mayor of London in 1901 and MP for the City of London between 1900 and 1906. The accommodation is over three floors with the principal reception rooms and bedrooms enjoying high ceilings and big windows, which bathe the house in natural light. The ground floor has two impressive reception rooms separated by a fine hall and a feature staircase. At the rear is the kitchen/breakfast room with bi-fold doors onto a terrace and overlooking the gardens. The first floor has three large bedrooms and a family bathroom. One of the bedrooms is used as a dressing room. The second floor has three further bedrooms and some useful storage. Outside The house stands at the centre of its plot. The front gardens extend to about 120 ft, mainly lawn with established borders creating a private area. At the rear is another generous area of lawn which include a greenhouse and established borders. Beyond, separated by a rear entrance drive, shared by neighbouring properties, is a further garden area which includes some significant outbuildings and a garage. This is a lovely area for entertaining and al fresco dining. Services Mains water, and electricity. Private drainage, oil-fired central heating View payable Stamp Duty for this property