Down Hall Road

Guide Price: £425,000 to £450,000. Set within an elevated position and enjoying far-reaching views across Rayleigh, this detached three-bedroom bungalow offers approximately 870 sq ft of versatile single-level accommodation. The home features three generous double bedrooms, including a spacious principal bedroom with a bay window, feature fireplace and decorative ceiling rose, alongside a bright 20'2 lounge/diner overlooking the rear garden.

Outside, the property benefits from a substantial driveway providing ample off-street parking and a secluded rear garden with a patio, lawn and mature planting. Ideally located within walking distance of Rayleigh Station and High Street, the bungalow is perfectly placed for local shops, restaurants, schools and transport links, while also being offered with no onward chain.

Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band: D
Internal Area: Approximately 80.9 sq metres / 870.4 sq ft

Room Measurements

Living Room 6.15m × 3.70m 20'2" × 12'2" Kitchen 2.73m × 2.60m 8'11" × 8'6" Bedroom One 4.53m × 3.35m 14'10" × 11'0" Bedroom Two 3.78m × 2.99m 12'5" × 9'10" Bedroom Three 3.32m × 3.63m 10'11" × 11'11" Bathroom 1.91m × 2.10m 6'3" × 6'11"

Interior

Entered through a bright and generously proportioned hallway, the bungalow offers a practical single-level layout extending to approximately 870 sq ft. The impressive principal bedroom is positioned at the front, where a broad bay window enjoys far-reaching views across Rayleigh, complemented by a feature fireplace and decorative ceiling rose. Two further double bedrooms provide excellent flexibility for family, guests or home working. To the rear, the 20'2 lounge/diner creates a superb space for everyday living and entertaining, with a wide window drawing in natural light and overlooking the garden. The kitchen is fitted with wall and base units, work surfaces, tiled splashbacks, a sink and drainer, wall-mounted boiler and space for freestanding appliances, with direct access outside. Completing the accommodation is a tiled bathroom with a panelled bath and shower attachment, pedestal wash basin and WC. Neutral décor and grey carpeting provide a clean canvas for the next owner.

Exterior

The bungalow is set back from the road in an elevated position, with a broad private driveway providing off-street parking for multiple vehicles. A low brick boundary, established planting and characterful arched entrance give the frontage a distinctive appearance, while gated side access leads towards the rear. The secluded garden offers a generous outdoor space arranged with a paved terrace and steps rising to a lawn, bordered by mature hedging, shrubs and established trees that create a pleasing sense of privacy. There is ample room for outdoor seating, summer entertaining and further landscaping, together with useful garden storage. The plot and detached design offer an appealing balance of privacy, parking and manageable outside space.

Location

Down Hall Road places the property within easy walking distance of Rayleigh railway station and the town’s busy High Street. Rayleigh offers an excellent selection of independent shops, supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, pubs and everyday services, together with local parks and leisure facilities. The station provides direct Greater Anglia services to London Liverpool Street, making the position especially convenient for commuters, while local bus routes connect the surrounding towns and villages. Road users can readily reach the A127 and A130 for travel towards Southend, Basildon, Chelmsford and the wider Essex area. Combining strong transport links with town-centre convenience, the setting suits downsizers, professionals and families alike.

School Catchments

The address falls within the priority admissions areas for Down Hall Primary School and The Sweyne Park School, both located within the surrounding Rayleigh neighbourhood. Other nearby options include Glebe Primary School, Edward Francis Primary School and The FitzWimarc School, giving families a broad choice of primary and secondary education within the town. Early-years settings and sixth-form provision are also available locally.