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An immaculately presented six bedroom family home, on a mixed plot of about an acre with a detached one bedroom annexe, further detached outbuilding and heated outdoor swimming pool. The property is located within an idyllic semi-rural setting approximately 6 miles from Chelmsford city centre. The property is believed to date back to 1902, blends many fine features of its era with contemporary improvements, having been thoughtfully extended and renovated. The property unfolds into a series of distinct, contemporary living spaces, entered via an inviting entrance hall, with a staircase rising to the first floor. There are two interconnecting reception rooms, consisting of a sitting room and a formal dining room. The stunning main reception room with an attractive bay window links through via a sliding door to the magnificent kitchen/breakfast room, a utility room and WC. The first floor boasts five generously sized bedrooms. The principal suite features an expansive en suite bathroom, dressing room and balcony offering the most enviable rear views. Bedroom two also has en suite facilities, in addition to a family bathroom. The second floor offers a further sixth double bedroom and an extensive loft space. Outside Fountains occupies a prominent position, thoughtfully designed to take full advantage of its plot of about an acre. The beautiful gardens enhance the feel of this delightful country house which is approached over a gated, sweeping private driveway which provides ample parking, leading to a detached annexe boasting a double bedroom, large 'L' shape entertaining/living/kitchen area, utility and shower room. This area is ideal for multi-generational living or guest house. A further detached outbuilding houses a home gym and an adjoining store room. Services Mains water and electricity. Private drainage (compliant system), oil-fired heating with LPG serving the outhouse and pool. Electric gates and camera which are remotely controlled, and recorded CCTV. Local authority Chelmsford city council. Council tax band = G (with improvement indicator). Agent's note Some photos taken in 2025. View payable Stamp Duty for this property
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Chelmsford Road

Wood Way, Farnborough Park, BR6, ., BR6 8LS

Ely Road, Littleport, Ely, Cambridges..., Ely, CB6 1HL
In Chelmsford Rural West, Chelmsford, estimated 2026-27 council tax averages £233 a month for a couple and £175 for a single person; the most common band is G (£3,834 a year).
Area estimate — this home's bill depends on its band
| Band A | £1,533 / year |
| Band B | £1,789 / year |
| Band C | £2,045 / year |
| Band D | £2,300 / year |
| Band E | £2,811 / year |
| Band F | £3,322 / year |
| Band G | £3,834 / year |
| Band H | £4,600 / year |
Estimated from ONS, Ofgem and Census data. Single-person figures include the 25% single-person discount.