20
Paringdon Road, Harlow, CM19
Guide price £500,000
2 bedrooms,
2 bathrooms,
- receptions
Summary:
Welcome to KINGSMOOR HOUSEDating from the 1700s, Kingsmoor House began life as a gentleman's residence two storeys high by three windows wide. The first half of the 19th Century saw extensive additions which more than doubled the size of the building and a front porch was added later that century.Ownership of the house passed from the Risdens in the 18th Century, then to the Houblons and finally to the Todhunters, a worthy and respected family of Great Parndon. Kingsmoor House is today protected by a Grade II* listing and, under the watchful eye of English Heritage, has undergone a skilful restoration and conversion into nine luxury apartments.This historic building is experiencing a renaissance that will sympathetically restore and retain the important architectural features including the magnificent bow windows, the colonnaded porch, the elegant high ceilings and many of the original cornices and mouldings. It will be eminently placed to remain a feature of the region's architectural heritage for many generations to come.The building's original fabric has influenced the design approach in the choice of materials, the spatial arrangements and the retention of period details. The introduction of contemporary features is sensitively balanced within the classic context to give rise to interiors that are both stylish and refined.
Key Features:
- BRAND NEW
- Ground Floor
- Private Garden
- Allocated Parking Spaces
- Two Bathrooms
- Two Bedrooms
- Gated Developement
- EPC Rating: C
Full Details:
KINGSMOOR HOUSE
Dating from the 1700s, Kingsmoor House began life as a gentleman's residence two storeys high by three windows wide. The first half of the 19th Century saw extensive additions which more than doubled the size of the building and a front porch was added later that century.
Ownership of the house passed from the Risdens in the 18th Century, then to the Houblons and finally to the Todhunters, a worthy and respected family of Great Parndon. Kingsmoor House is today protected by a Grade II* listing and, under the watchful eye of English Heritage, has undergone a skilful restoration and conversion into nine luxury apartments.
This historic building is experiencing a renaissance that will sympathetically restore and retain the important architectural features including the magnificent bow windows, the colonnaded porch, the elegant high ceilings and many of the original cornices and mouldings. It will be eminently placed to remain a feature of the region's architectural heritage for many generations to come.
The building's original fabric has influenced the design approach in the choice of materials, the spatial arrangements and the retention of period details. The introduction of contemporary features is sensitivelybalanced within the classic context to give rise to interiors that are both stylish and refined.
LOCATION
In the desirable setting of NORTH ESSEX
One of the most desirable of the Home Counties, Essex lies in prime commuter belt territory and boasts glorious countryside, traditional market towns, a great mix of architecture and miles of waterways and canals.
Chelmsford is the county town of Essex while Colchester, in the north-east of the county is Britain's oldest recorded town. Immediately to the south of Kingsmoor House is the vast Epping Forest, 5,900 acres of ancient woodland, peppered by more than 100 ponds and lakes and a magnet for lovers of the great outdoors. To the west is the Lee Valley with nature reserves, sports and outdoor activities, water parks, gardens and a host of events designed to engage and entertain all the family.
The local area is punctuated by beautiful outside spaces such as the Moorhen Marina, the Gibberd Garden and Parndon Mill on the River Stort, a workspace for artists and designers with a gallery and classes. There is a fine selection of restaurants and bars that include Coho, a riverside brasserie and Marco's Italian in Roydon Marina Village. Golf is the king of the local sports with Canons Brook Golf Club and Nazeing Golf Course both within easy reach.
Local shopping can be found at the Water Gardens or the Harvey Shopping Centres or for bigger spends visit Westfield Stratford City, around 30 minutes away by car.
CONNECTIONS
Kingsmoor House lies no more than 6 miles from the A10, the M11 and the M25 so the drive south to London or north to Royston or Cambridge. The M25 orbital offers a choice of approaches to the capital, so wherever you are headed, you'll discover it's achievable
Many local residents take advantage of the fast rail links from Harlow Town Station into London's Liverpool Street with a journey time of around half an hour. The railway also provides for local journeys with services toCheshunt, Bishops Stortford as well as Tottenham Hale on the outskirts of London or north to Cambridge.
Stansted Airport is the obvious departure point for national or international flights and is less than a 20-minute trip on the train or around half an hour by car via the M11. London City Airport is also highly accessible with a road journey time of approximately 45 minutes
SPECIFICATION
KITCHEN
Custom built kitchens with natural oak carcasses, granite orquartz worktops
Solid pewter handles to units
Belfast sink (Stainless steel 1.5 bowl to unit 7) with pull-out spray mono mixer
Oven, gas hob and extractor hood by Bosch (Except double range cooker to unit 2)
Fridge/Freezer by Bosch (Samsung to unit 8)
Dishwasher by Neff
Washing machine by Neff
Free standing wine chiller
BATHROOM
Roca handwash basin and vanity unit with Grohe chrome mixer taps
Ideal Standard or Roca WC with soft close seat
White freestanding bath tub with Grohe bath filler (Except units 6, 8 and 9. Metal bath to units 5 and 7)
Shower enclosure in clear glass with Grohe chrome shower accessories where applicable
Towel radiator
Extractor fan
Bathroom mirror
EN-SUITE
Roca handwash basin and vanity unit with Grohe chrome mixer taps
Ideal Standard or Roca WC with soft close seat
Shower enclosure in clear glass with Grohe chrome shower accessories (Except units 8 and 9. Walk in shower to master en-suite and additional metal bath to 2nd en-suite in unit 3. Metal bath to units 6, 8 and 9)
Towel radiator
Extractor fan
Bathroom mirror
CLOAKROOM
Cloakrooms with corresponding fittings to units 3 and 8 FLOORS & WALLS
Floor tiles to entrance hall, kitchen, bathroom and en-suite as applicable (Engineered oak floor to kitchen unit 3)
Wall tiles to main bathroom, en-suite and cloakroom
Engineered wood floors to living rooms, hallway and cupboards
Carpet to staircases, landings and bedrooms
Walls and woodwork are painted, please ask your sales advisor for individual details
PLUMBING AND HEATING
A-rated combi boiler with programmable room thermostats
Traditional 2 or 3 column radiators
ELECTRICAL
Video entry phone system
Mains optical smoke alarm
Carbon monoxide alarm
Heat alarm
Downlights and pendant light fittings
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