This exceptional five bedroom detached character residence is positioned in one of Leigh on Sea’s most sought after pockets, located south of Leigh Road and within effortless walking distance of the seafront and Chalkwell Station. Combining timeless period features with generous proportions and a highly versatile layout, the home offers an outstanding lifestyle opportunity in an enviable coastal setting.
A welcoming porch sets the tone on arrival, opening into a grand and beautifully arranged entrance hall. From here, the ground floor unfolds into a selection of elegant reception rooms, each offering its own ambience and purpose. The west facing formal lounge enjoys wonderful afternoon light and features a charming fireplace, ideal for quiet evenings or entertaining. A separate dining room provides the perfect setting for family gatherings, while the additional sitting room and snug create relaxed informal spaces suited to modern living. The stylish kitchen and breakfast room offers both practicality and aesthetic appeal, complete with bespoke fittings, ample storage and direct access to a separate utility room.
The first floor continues the sense of space and comfort, hosting five well proportioned bedrooms. The principal suite is a true highlight, offering generous dimensions and a private en suite shower room. The remaining bedrooms are all superb in size, suitable for family accommodation or guest use, and are served by a beautifully appointed family bathroom. A dedicated study completes this level, ideal for home working or quiet retreat.
Externally, the property excels just as impressively. The rear garden is a standout feature, offering a raised decked terrace that maximises the sun and provides a perfect vantage point for outdoor dining and relaxation. The remainder of the garden is thoughtfully arranged, with ample space for children to play or for further landscaping if desired. To the front, the property benefits from substantial off street parking for multiple vehicles, enhancing both convenience and kerb appeal.
Occupying a prime position on Cliff Road, this striking character home places you just moments from the vibrant mix of independent boutiques, cafés and restaurants along Leigh Road and the Broadway. The proximity to Chalkwell Beach and the mainline railway station ensures fast and direct access into London Fenchurch Street, making the location ideal for commuters and coastal lifestyle seekers alike. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a home of such charm, scale and position in the very heart of Leigh on Sea.
Entrance Driveway
A well presented paved driveway sits to the front of the home, allowing secure off street parking for three cars and enhancing the property’s overall kerb appeal.
Entrance Hall
French doors to the front welcome you into the home, with a further set of French doors leading through to the adjoining living spaces, creating an elegant and inviting flow.
Lounge
This inviting lounge is finished with carpet flooring, twin gas radiators and an elegant picture rail, enhanced by a ceiling rose and central light fitting. A beautiful working fireplace provides a warm focal feature, while double glazed windows to the front and side, including a bay window dressed with fitted blinds, create a bright and comfortable setting.
Utility Room
Tiled flooring and partially tiled walls create a clean, practical finish, complemented by down lights for a bright workspace. The room offers roll edge worktops with a range of wall and base units, space for both a washing machine and dryer, and a bowl sink with drainer and mixer tap. A gas radiator provides additional warmth. Door to adjoining space
Cloakroom
The room features laminate flooring and soft down lighting, with an extractor for ventilation. It offers a W.C and a hand wash basin with taps, complemented by tiled splash backs. A double glazed opaque window to the side provides privacy while allowing natural light, and a gas radiator ensures comfortable warmth.
Sitting Room
This room features carpet flooring, an elegant picture rail and a decorative ceiling rose with central light. Two gas radiators provide warmth, while a charming box bay window to the front, complete with double glazing and fitted blinds, creates a bright and inviting focal point.
Kitchen
The kitchen is finished with solid oak flooring and a vintage style chrome gas radiator, complemented by quartz worktops and a collection of bespoke wall and base units. Downlights, coving and two hanging ceiling lights create an elegant ambience. A double glazed rear window adds natural light, while the space includes a sink with hot tap, a Siemens five burner gas hob with extractor, an integrated double Siemens electric fan assisted oven and grill, a breakfast bar and centre island, and an integrated Siemens microwave. There is space for a fridge, a plumbed American style fridge freezer, a dishwasher, and a double sink with drainer and taps, all set against partially tiled walls
Living Area
This beautifully appointed space features solid oak flooring and two vintage style gas radiators, complemented by double glazing to the side. Double glazed bi folding doors open directly onto the garden, creating a seamless indoor outdoor flow. A striking double glazed ceiling lantern floods the room with natural light, enhanced by modern down lights for an elegant finish.
Dining Area
The dining area is finished with solid oak flooring and warmed by two gas radiators, while a classic picture rail and decorative ceiling rose with central light add elegant period detail. A charming feature fireplace creates an inviting focal point, perfect for both everyday dining and entertaining.
Rear Garden
The beautifully landscaped rear garden enjoys far reaching estuary views from the raised decking, offering an ideal setting for outdoor dining and relaxation. The space features a neat lawn, mature shrubs, a further seating area and a paved patio, along with practical touches including storage beneath the decking, a dedicated bike store, additional storage space and an outside shed.
Landing
The landing features carpet flooring, a traditional picture rail, dado rail and coving to the ceiling, all complemented by two ceiling light fittings. There is a loft entrance for additional storage and a large built in cupboard offering generous space. Doors lead to the following rooms:
Master Bedroom
The master bedroom features soft carpet flooring and a gas radiator, complemented by a classic picture rail, ceiling coving and a decorative ceiling rose with light. Built in wardrobes provide excellent storage, while double glazing to the side with fitted blinds and a front facing double glazed bay window ensure plenty of natural light. Two mounted wall lights add an elegant finishing touch.
En-Suite
The ensuite is finished with a blend of partial tiled and partial wooden flooring, complemented by partially tiled walls and soft down lighting. Features include an isolator switch, a generous walk in double shower, w.c and a hand wash basin with mixer tap. A wall mounted mirror with LED lighting adds a contemporary touch, while two heated towel rails provide comfort and convenience.
Bedroom 2
This beautifully presented bedroom includes carpet flooring and a charming feature fireplace, together with built in wardrobes for ample storage. Traditional details such as a picture rail, ceiling coving and a central ceiling light enhance the character of the space. Two gas radiators provide warmth, while a double glazed boxed bay window to the rear with fitted blinds brings in natural light. A door opens out to the balcony.
Bedroom 3
This charming room features carpet flooring and a traditional picture rail, complemented by a central ceiling light and a gas radiator for added comfort. A lovely feature fireplace provides a focal point, while double glazing to the front with fitted blinds allows natural light to fill the space.
Bedroom 4
This elegant room is finished with carpet flooring and enhanced by a traditional picture rail, ceiling coving and a decorative ceiling rose with central light. A gas radiator provides warmth, while a charming feature fireplace adds character. Double glazing to the rear with fitted blinds ensures a bright yet private setting, and a double glazed door leads directly onto the balcony.
Bedroom 5
This room is finished with carpet flooring and warmed by a gas radiator, with a central ceiling light providing a bright focal point. Double glazing to the rear, complete with fitted blinds, ensures a comfortable and well lit space with a pleasant outlook.
Study
This well appointed study features carpet flooring and a classic picture rail, creating a smart and comfortable working environment. A gas radiator provides warmth, while a central ceiling light offers clear illumination. The double glazed front window, complete with fitted blinds, ensures natural light with added privacy.
Bathroom
The bathroom is finished with tiled flooring and partially tiled walls, complemented by modern down lights and an isolator switch. It offers a spacious walk in double shower, W.C, two heated towel rails and a bath with mixer tap. A hand wash basin with mixer tap sits above a stylish vanity unit, accompanied by a wall mounted mirrored cabinet for additional storage. Double glazed opaque windows to the side provide natural light while maintaining privacy.
