Barnes Mill is a converted mill, sat by the riverside at the end of a quiet no-through road in Chelmsford.
There's 4,500 sq ft of light and airy living space. Rooms are well-proportioned, with plenty of charm and character.
The mill is Grade II listed and believed to date from circa 1700.
Inside: Set across three floors, the current owners (who have lived there for 25 years) created a home that makes the most of the views over the mill race and former water wheel.
The mill workings have been retained in kitchen/breakfast room, including the mill spur wheel and large timbers. It also features a butler sink, AGA, central island, integrated appliances and a pantry.
The first floor has a dual aspect reception room offering stunning front and rear, easterly and westerly views, and a significant living area with impressive brick inglenook fireplace. The master bedroom has a gorgeous en suite with a roll top bath, separate shower and a double vanity unit.
Barnes Mills is a four-bedroom, three-bathroom, three-reception room property.
Outside: The property's 3 acre riverside grounds offer two mill ponds and freshwater fishing/swimming.
There's double bank access to the River Chelmer and miles of riverside and country walks from the gates. The grounds have been designed to deliver a thriving countryside feel within central Chelmsford.
Why we love it: It's a private oasis in a city.
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LOCAL LIFE
It won’t come as any surprise to residents of the cathedral city of Chelmsford that it was voted the best place to live in the east of England by The Sunday Times in 2019. Combining accessibility to London, excellent schooling, hundreds of acres of outside space, world-class shopping on Bond Street, a strong community spirit and a stunning cathedral all makes the case for Chelmsford as an aspirational place to call home. Chelmsford was the capital of England in the 14th century (admittedly only for 5 days!) when the seat government was moved there temporarily; it is also the birthplace of radio.
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