Summary - 21 MARSHALLS ROAD BRAINTREE CM7 2LL
4 bed 2 bath Detached
Secluded four-bedroom home on a substantial plot with planning permission.
Approaching 1.5-acre mature plot with formal gardens and woodland
Set at the end of a private avenue, this elegant four-bedroom detached home occupies approaching 1.5 acres of formal gardens and woodland, delivering rare privacy close to Braintree town centre. The house combines period character — panelled rooms, original Crittall doors and chimneys — with high-end fittings such as solid oak flooring, granite worktops and a principal bedroom suite with private terrace.
Accommodation includes three distinct reception rooms, a sociable kitchen with utility room, and flexible top-floor space suitable for a home office or hobby room with its own en-suite. Outside there is extensive patio entertaining space, a summer house, multiple storage sheds, a detached garage and a striking three-bay oak-framed cart lodge. Gated driveway and stone-capped walls complete the private approach.
Practical strengths include fast broadband, mains gas central heating and planning permission (Ref: 22/00593/HH) already granted for a substantial two-storey extension — a clear route to add living space and further value. Local amenities, schools, and direct rail links to London Liverpool Street are all within easy reach, making the house suitable for family life and commuting.
Notable considerations: the property is in an older build category (c1930–49) and the existing double glazing dates from before 2002, so buyers seeking the highest energy efficiency may wish to upgrade windows. Council tax is described as quite expensive. The very large plot and period fabric will require ongoing external maintenance and garden upkeep.
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