Summary - Wrekin Lodge Burnham Road, Althorne, Chelmsford CM3 6DT
6 bed 4 bath Detached Bungalow
Large, flexible family home on a very large secluded plot with solar panels.
Six bedrooms, three en-suites plus family bathroom and potential further bathroom
Set on a very large, secluded plot in semi-rural Althorne, Wrekin Lodge is a deceptively spacious six-bedroom detached home offering flexible accommodation for a large family. The ground floor provides a generous lounge, expansive kitchen/dining hub, utility, cloakroom and a versatile summer room opening to extensive patio and lawned gardens — ideal for entertaining or multi-generational living. Fifteen roof-mounted solar panels and an EV charging point reduce running costs, while a double garage and wide driveway provide abundant parking.
Three en-suite bedrooms and a family bathroom on the ground floor, plus three further bedrooms (one en-suite) on the upper floor, give comfortable sleeping arrangements and good privacy. There is plumbing in situ for a further bathroom on the first-floor landing, so adding a bathroom is straightforward. The hot tub and pergola are included, and the mature gardens include dedicated entertaining areas, an allotment corner and multiple seating zones.
Practical points to note: the property uses an oil-fired boiler with pressurised tanks and is not on a community heating scheme; oil servicing and storage must be considered. The house was constructed in 1967–1975 and has cavity walls recorded as originally built without insulation — loft and wall insulation upgrades are likely to be needed to maximise energy efficiency. Council tax is described as expensive. Overall the home presents strong scope for updating and tailoring to modern standards while already offering plentiful space and countryside privacy close to Chelmsford.
This property will suit buyers seeking substantial family accommodation in a peaceful village setting with excellent outdoor space and renewable energy features, plus those willing to invest in energy-efficiency improvements to reduce ongoing costs.
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