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Guide Price£2,750,000

The Mill House, Howe Street, Nr. Chelmsford

Land size
2.25 acres
Bedrooms
6
Bathrooms
5

Key Features

  • Exceptional detached period residence extending to almost 6200 sq ft
  • Idyllic semi-rural setting with beautifully landscaped grounds of circa 2.25 acres
  • Impressive indoor swimming pool complex
  • Sweeping gated gravel driveway with ample parking and a range of outbuildings/garaging
  • Luxurious principal suite with dressing room, en-suite and balcony
  • Ideal for multi-generational family living with the benefit of a self-contained, one-bedroom annexe
  • Listed Grade II

Description

Nestled within a beautiful plot of circa 2.25 acres in the picturesque setting of Howe Street, The Mill House is an exceptional period residence extending to almost 6,200 sq ft, including an indoor pool complex, garaging, and annexe accommodation. Showcasing timeless character and refined interiors, this is an outstanding lifestyle opportunity within a prime Essex location.

Approached via a long gravel driveway and set amidst established boundaries, the property enjoys an imposing presence with beautifully manicured grounds, a charming mill pond, and mature landscaped gardens creating a truly idyllic setting.

Internally, the home has been sympathetically enhanced throughout whilst retaining an abundance of original character features including exposed beams, fireplaces and traditional detailing, all seamlessly combined with high-quality contemporary finishes.

The ground floor offers an impressive arrangement of reception space ideally suited to modern family living and entertaining. A substantial drawing room provides an elegant principal reception area, complemented by a formal dining room, comfortable living room and separate study. The beautifully appointed kitchen/breakfast room forms the heart of the home, featuring bespoke cabinetry, quality integrated appliances and stylish finishes, with adjoining pantry and ancillary spaces adding further practicality.

The first floor hosts an impressive principal bedroom suite featuring a dressing room, luxurious en-suite and a private balcony enjoying views across the beautifully landscaped gardens. In addition, there are two further well-proportioned bedrooms, one benefitting from en-suite facilities, together with a stylishly appointed family bathroom. The accommodation continues onto the second floor where two additional bedrooms offer excellent versatility for growing families, guest accommodation or home office space.

A standout feature of the property is the exceptional leisure complex, comprising a superb indoor swimming pool with vaulted timber ceiling, changing facilities, kitchen, shower room and adjoining entertaining space, creating a remarkable wellness and recreational environment all year round. In addition, within the main house, a dedicated staircase leads to one bedroom annexe accommodation at first floor level.

Externally, the grounds are a particular feature of the property, offering expansive lawns, mature trees, tranquil water features and various seating and entertaining areas. There is an excellent range of outbuildings and garaging facilities, providing exceptional practicality and versatility. The grounds include a substantial detached double garage in addition to further garaging and dedicated storage buildings, ideal for car enthusiasts, workshop space or additional household storage requirements. The extensive driveway offers ample parking for numerous vehicles, all set within the privacy and grandeur of this impressive country residence.

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Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
E
Date Posted
2026-07-01

Market Value Analysis

Based on properties with houses in East Anglia (1+ acres).

This Property£1,222,222 / acre
Regional Average (1+ acres)£123,407 / acre
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