Hay Green Lane, Blackmore, Ingatestone, Essex

Positioned in the sought-after village of Blackmore, in a private setting, Hay Green Farm is a stunning four bedroom Grade II listed farmhouse dating from the 1800's with later additions. The property offers light-filled flexible accommodation arranged over two floors and benefits of period features including sash windows, high ceilings and most notable its beautiful classical facade.

Configured to provide an elegant and practical living and entertainment environment, the ground floor provides an entrance hall leading to a dining room with parquet flooring and open fireplace, dual-aspect reception room with woodburning stove and views over the gardens, two further receptions, both with open fireplaces, and a bespoke conservatory. The impressive kitchen/breakfast room lies to the rear of this fine home, with vaulted ceilings and opens onto the Orangery, featuring a handmade kitchen with built-in appliances and central island – there is also a separate utility and cloakroom.

On the first floor there is an impressive double aspect principal bedroom with views over the gardens and benefits of an en suite and a dressing area. Three further well-presented bedrooms with built-in wardrobes and a family bathroom complete this floor.

Hay Green Farm is approached via a set of electric cast iron gates leading into a substantial gravelled area offering parking for a number of vehicles and access to the outbuildings.

The Outbuildings are vast and comprise 4 large barns. The first, has bathroom facilities and has its own private gardens, and has potential to be an annexe. The second, sits to the right of the main residence and is utilised as an office with kitchen and bathroom facilities. A further L shaped barn was once used as a games room and gym and sits in a courtyard setting, whilst the 4th, is a wonderful yet undeveloped Essex barn with a wealth of exposed beams and features which holds further potential. Combined these buildings offer a multitude of uses and potential for a purchaser.

Surrounding the house, is a vast patio, ideal for indoor-outdoor entertaining and taking advantage of the views over the beautiful gardens and grounds. The majority of the gardens are laid to lawn, with mature trees and hedging to the borders, interspersed by pretty flower beds and planting. Of particular note, the gardens attract an abundance of wildlife with a natural pond with bridge and fountain, particularly as beyond the boundary is open farmland and countryside. These immaculate landscaped grounds are fully fenced giving a great deal of seclusion, privacy and security, and in addition for ease, there is a newly fitted irrigation system.

General
Local Authority: Brentwood Borough Council
Services: Oil fired central heating, All other mains services are connected.
Council Tax: Band H

The property is located in a desirable setting for those that want the best of both worlds; countryside on their doorstep, yet within a prime spot for commuting. The Essex village of Blackmore has a historic church, village hall, public house, sports and social club and popular primary school, whilst the larger village of Ingatestone offers even more comprehensive shopping and service amenities, as well as a mainline railway station offering regular trains to central London in under half an hour. Shenfiled station is 5.4 miles away and offers direct trains into London and the Elizabeth Line.

Chelmsford city centre provides an extensive range of independent and High Street stores, as well as two shopping centres, six retail parks and excellent sporting facilities, including Riverside Ice Rink.

Road links are excellent, with buses connecting Blackmore to Brentwood, Ongar and Chelmsford and the nearby A12 and M25 giving access to the national motorway network. London Stansted airport is 24.3 miles away, offering regular domestic and international flights.