Southend-on-sea SS3

Property Details: - Type: Detached house - Bedrooms: 3 - Bathrooms: 2

Agent: Niche Homes - Leigh on Sea Phone: 01702 936317

Guide Price - £1,000,000 - £1,100,000. An extraordinary Grade II listed slice of coastal military history, The Guard House was originally constructed in 1856 as the Cell Block of Shoebury Garrison. Now beautifully reimagined, this striking home sits beside the iconic Clock Tower and offers a rare blend of period presence and modern family living in one of Shoebury’s most sought after settings.<br/><br/>Set on Chapel Road within the highly regarded Shoebury Garrison, The Guard House is perfectly positioned for the area’s award winning Blue Flag beaches. Excellent C2C rail links are also close at hand, offering direct access into London Fenchurch Street.<br/><br/>The accommodation begins with a grand entrance hall, enhanced by an impressive 11’6 ceiling height that immediately sets the tone. From here, a versatile third bedroom works perfectly as a home office and is complemented by a separate utility room. <br/><br/>The heart of the home is the superb dual-aspect lounge and dining room, offering wonderful proportions and characterful volume, ideal for both entertaining and everyday life. To the rear, a sleek, contemporary kitchen/breakfast room provides a stylish focal point, complete with a range of integrated appliances and direct access to the garden.<br/><br/>A particularly special feature is the original Cell Block to the rear, now transformed into an additional wing of the home. This area offers a spacious inner hall leading to two generous double bedrooms, including a beautiful principal suite with en-suite bathroom, alongside a further luxury shower room and a walk in airing cupboard.<br/><br/>Outside, wrap around gardens create a sense of privacy and calm, with a delightful walled rear garden and a separate courtyard terrace to the side, accessed from the kitchen, providing an ideal space for outdoor dining. A detached garage also sits to the rear, with additional off street parking for two vehicles.