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DANBURY PALACE DRIVE
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A beautiful conversion of a Tudor/Gothic style country mansion. Danbury Place, as it was once known, was originally an English country house, set within a deer park and first built in 1589, during the reign of Elizabeth I. Eventually, the house having fallen into disrepair, architect Thomas Hopper was commissioned to build the new Danbury Place in 1830, just a couple of hundred feet from the old building. Built in a Tudor Gothic style, it is a large, red brick country mansion with a grand central stone staircase and is located on the periphery of Danbury village on one of the highest points of the county of Essex, giving far-reaching views. In 1845 the house was sold to the Ecclesiastical Commissioners for use as an Episcopal Palace for the Bishop of Rochester, and it was then that it became known as Danbury Palace. The Chapel was added during 1860-1868 by Bishop Wigram. During the Second World War Danbury Palace was used as a maternity hospital, visited by Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother and following the war was sold to Essex County Council and then lent itself for a variety of uses until recent years when the current conversion was carried out.
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Inside, this stunning building does not disappoint. On approaching the grand entrance doors with a Coat of Arms overhead, inscribed with the motto ‘Furth, Fortune and Fill the Fetters’ you enter a beautiful reception hall with an historic fireplace and impressive, sweeping staircase with oak balustrading and outstanding chandelier, leading to this first floor apartment.
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Careful attention to detail during the restoration has retained original features whilst incorporating modern, high specification accommodation, including oak flooring with underfloor heating. Being one of the largest apartments the feeling of space is immense with its high ceilings and wide, bright hallways giving an open and airy aspect. On descending the staircase your eye is taken by a beautiful, high overhead fanlight window, inset in decorative plasterwork, providing natural light and giving a contemporary feel and complemented by the further feature window lying ahead.
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The elegant living/dining room overlooks the grounds to the front of the Palace and is complemented by the separate kitchen/breakfast room fitted with ‘Urban Myth Design’ bespoke units and incorporating a range of fitted and integrated appliances including a wine cooler.
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Seller Insight It was the unique history of this property which first appealed to me,” says the current owner of Danbury Palace Drive, “steeped in stories and resplendent with original features and details. The property has passed through the hands of various owners over the centuries,” the owners continues, “gaining a Chapel, parkland and lakes along the way, and was even used as a maternity hospital during the Second World War. The most recent conversion was completed just two years ago, of which this apartment is a part.” “The magnificent entrance hall provides an impressive welcome to the property, with a grand staircase leading up to the first floor where this stunningly appointment apartment resides.” “There is a great sense of community on the estate, with residents often coming together for barbeques or the annual fete in the communal grounds. We have even had tennis tournaments on the shared court, with visiting friends and family mixing with the neighbours in one big sociable group, enjoying the sunshine together.” “I will miss driving up to the property at night, coming up the sweeping driveway to see the beautiful Grade II listed house in all its splendour, sitting amidst the stunningly landscaped grounds.”* * These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.
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The master bedroom is an excellent size and has luxury en‑suite facilities, whilst the second bedroom is a generous double enjoying wonderful views over the rear grounds and is served by the family bathroom. In addition, there is a study area and separate cloakroom.
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Fully fitted bespoke designed bathroom/en-suite with white sanitary ware and chrome fittings and both incorporating rainfall showers.
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The exterior of the property is equally impressive, with an imposing frontage and extensive grounds. Danbury Palace is approached via a secluded, private driveway with a wrought iron gated entrance with video entry phone bringing you to the front of this wonderful Grade II listed building. A red brick mansion with its superb architectural features of mullioned windows, castellated parapets and octagonal turret on the north-east corner. Set within approximately 8 and a half acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, tennis court for the use of residents is available by arrangement with the concierge, who is at hand to assist you. Together with the adjoining Danbury Park, incorporating ‘The Lakes’ and the Ice House, Danbury Palace offers the opportunity of a lifestyle of living within a peaceful, rural landscape and yet also affords easy accessibility to Chelmsford (with a park and ride facility close by that takes you to Chelmsford station) with direct trains to London Liverpool Street Station providing a journey time of approx. 35 minutes. Local shops, schools and a range of amenities can be found close by in Danbury village, with a variety of pubs and a bus stop at the end of the private drive.
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With the countryside quite literally on your doorstep, Danbury Place is an ideal location for families with children, dog lovers and those who would appreciate a peaceful and picturesque setting.
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Registered in England and Wales. Company Reg. No. 2624265. Registered office address: Hilbery Chaplin Residential Limited, 86 Market Palace, Romford, Essex RM1 3HQ copyright Š 2018 Fine & Country Ltd.
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Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. * These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent. Printed 27.08.2019
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