4 bed detached house for sale

Vernon Road, Leigh-On-Sea SS9

Presiding over the prestigious Marine Estate, close to the sought after schools and within walking distance of the sea and Leigh station’s convenient City links, character and comfort blend beautifully, at Vernon Road.

Sought after setting
Ideally situated for commuters within a short walk of Leigh station, Leigh Broadway and Old Leigh, tranquillity and expedient transport links combine at No. 28, Vernon Road, a characterful 1930s home, lovingly renovated for modern 21st century living.

Classic home renewed for modern living
One of the original homes to be built on the prestigious Marine Estate, No. 28 Vernon Road, with only a handful of previous owners over almost a century, has undergone a full programme of renovation in 2006. Rewired, with renewed plumbing, plaster and render, freshly insulated, and with upgrades to its roof, behind the scenes improvements are accompanied by aesthetic enhancements to its windows, doors and floors, renewed with high quality oak in 2006.

Pull onto the Indian stone driveway, renewed with a reinforced concrete base and offering plenty of parking for three cars, whilst off the driveway, there is access to an integral single garage.

Landscaped to the front, with an attractive silver birch tree providing a burst of greenery, external lighting illuminates by night.

A warm welcome
Make your way indoors, via the oak front door, edged in striking, stained-glass lites, evoking the heritage of the home. Emerge onto the oak flooring of the broad and bright, double height entrance hall, where the attractive staircase ascends to the first floor ahead and sense the serenity of this spacious home instantly upon arrival. Underfloor heating features on all floors emanating warmth and welcome.

Light serenades the sitting room, accessed through a part glazed door on the left, via a broad bay window overlooking the driveway and foliage of the silver birch tree. Spacious and dressed in soothing neutral shades, flat plate, brushed steel switches indicate the high-quality finish, a feature throughout. Separate lighting circuits provide the option for mood lighting, controlling table lamps.

Versatile spaces
Currently serving as a music and reading room and furnished with a Neville Johnson fitted oak desk and large oak fitted bookcase, this peaceful room is an ideal place for gathering with family and friends for carols around the piano at Christmas, or simply as a quiet space in which the children can complete their homework.

Ahead from the front door, step through into the main lounge, a large and light living space, furnished with ceiling speakers and audio wiring within the walls installed by Sevenoaks Sound and Vision. Throughout the rooms, new coving decorates the ceilings.

Wine and dine
Flowing on from the lounge, wine and dine in the impressive garden room, whose original conservatory roof has been upgraded and replaced with an insulated steel-framed tiled roof. Light streams in with instant access out to the garden for alfresco dining and summer barbecues.

Returning to the entrance hall, next, arrive at the culinary heart of the home, the hand built, hand painted Mark Wilkinson-style kitchen.

Tiled underfoot in cream, Shaker-style cabinetry provides ample storage, with plenty of preparation space available on the granite worktops. Dine casually at the oak-topped central island breakfast bar, which is also brimming with storage drawers and fitted wine racks. Appliances include a lacanche 1.4 metre stainless steel cooker with two electric ovens and seven gas hobs, ideal for cooking Christmas dinners and nestled within an attractive inglenook. There is also an alcove for an American-style fridge freezer.

Opening up off the kitchen is the handy utility room, with further storage and plumbing for a washing machine and dryer.

Connecting to the utility room via a fire door, there is internal access to the garage, currently converted into a stylish home gym and which offers great versatility of use.

And so to bed...
Retracing your steps to the entrance hall, discover a handy downstairs WC with wash basin, before ascending the elegant staircase to the first-floor landing.

Arriving upon the light and spacious landing, sneak a peek at bedroom four, nestled to the front of the home and offering views out over the quiet comings and goings of the neighbourhood to the front.

Seek sanctuary in the master bedroom, where oak flooring flows out underfoot and there is an abundance of space for your super king size bed, and additional furniture. Light streams in through the broad window to the front.

Soak and sleep
Refresh and revive in the en suite, served by a wet room shower with rainfall head. Each of the bathrooms at No. 28, Vernon Road features Hansgrohe fittings with Duravit wash basins and wall mounted WCs, enabling ease of cleaning.

Nestled to the rear, along an inner landing, arrive at bedroom two, a capacious guest bedroom offering enchanting views out over the rear garden, conveniently served by the family bathroom opposite.

Spacious and sophisticated, this soothing space features a walk-in wet room shower and is warmed by underfloor heating. Relax and reinvigorate with a soak in the luxurious freestanding bathtub, with wall mounted tap and handheld shower attachment. The bathroom also features a Duravit wash basin, wall mounted WC and heated towel radiator.

Turning left out of the bathroom, sleep soundly in bedroom three, a comfortable and soporific space overlooking the mature and manicured rear garden.

With scope for conversion, subject to the relevant permissions, there is potential to extend into the loft above, with two current doorways into the second bedroom allowing for the future addition of a stairway up, a precedent set by neighbouring homes.

Outdoor living
Outside, the lovingly landscaped and professionally planted garden serves as a sunny oasis, with hardwood (ipe) decking to the rear the perfect place to catch the afternoon sun.

Mature planting ensures the garden retains its greenery throughout the year, with a selection of attractive silver birch trees an eye-catching feature.

With plenty of space to relax and enjoy a drink or two on the patio, there is also a fantastic garden cabin used as an outdoor office, served by internet and power, alongside a garden shed.

Sophisticated landscaped walkways combine with manicured lawn, offering something for all ages. Safe and secure for children and pets, there is also a garden soakaway and rain butt, qualifying the owner to reduced sewage charges.

A handsome home, whose external render and woodwork was recently repainted in August 2023, there is provision for external low voltage garden lighting in the side passageways with control timers.

Out and about
A friendly and vibrant local community, discover the delights on the doorstep. Leigh, a popular and sought after neighbourhood with a fascinating history of sea fishing, still has strong ties to this way of life as seen in the Old Town.

A strong community network exists, particularly in the church communities, with the attractive St Clements Church found nearby in Leigh. Whilst in Leigh, be sure to call in at the library and stunning library gardens.

Walks abound on the doorstep, with Marine Parade Gardens just a two-minute walk away and a wonderful excursion for those with canine companions; perfect for a spot of fresh air and for taking in views out over the estuary. Feel the rosy cheeked glow of the sea air with a walk along the front to Chalkwell.

Within ten minutes, walk into Old Leigh Village, home to a selection of welcoming pubs. With seafood a speciality of the locale, discover a range of great restaurants and cafés in Old Leigh and Leigh Broadway in addition to boutique shops and fashion retailers. Several gyms can be found nearby including Virgin Active.

Just a seven-minute walk to Leigh station, commuters are well served by rail links, with a 45-minute connection into London Fenchurch Street and the City.

Families are also well positioned for local schooling, with several nearby including independent school St Michaels within five minutes’ walk, in addition to West Leigh and North Street Schools. There is a selection of popular grammar schools in the vicinity including Westcliff and Southend, with bus services running to Brentwood School, another fee paying independent.

Situated in a highly sought-after and safe community setting, No. 28, Vernon Road is a home where character and convenience combine, offering easy access to excellent local facilities, and beyond into London. A rare gem that perfectly blends family living with professional convenience, No. 28, Vernon Road is ideal for families or young professionals with a love for both urban and suburban living, with a healthy seasoning of sea air.