IVY HOUSE
Guide Price £800,000 - £850,000
KEY FEATURES
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Detached five-bedroom home in the historic heart of Rayleigh
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Chain-free & beautifully restored with a blend of heritage & style
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Electric gated driveway with parking for up to five cars
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Bespoke kitchen, charming dining room & generous living room
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Catchment for the area’s top-performing schools
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Cloakroom & ground-floor WC for added convenience
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Excellent transport links - just minutes from Rayleigh Station (Liverpool Street line), the A127 & nearby bus routes
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Secluded garden with hot tub – perfect for entertaining
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A true one-off in a town full of community spirit and charming character – viewings are a must
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Own a piece of Rayleigh history
DESCRIPTION
Ivy House, Rayleigh. A rare opportunity to acquire a distinguished home that forms part of Rayleigh’s rich heritage. Steeped in character and timeless charm, this remarkable property offers not just a place to live, but a chance to become the next chapter in a story that has shaped the local landscape. Whether it's the architectural features, the historic setting, or its significance within the community, this home represents an exceptional blend of past and present — a truly special piece of Rayleigh history. Guide £800,00 - £850,000
Tucked quietly at the top of Rayleigh’s historic High Street, moments from the church and vibrant town centre, Ivy House is a beautifully restored, chain-free five-bedroom home full of character and lifestyle potential. With boutique restaurants, wine bars and a weekly market on your doorstep — yet blissfully peaceful inside and out — it’s your own private paradise in one of Essex’s most sought-after communities.
With an electric gated driveway and parking for up to five cars, this deceptively spacious home offers flexibility for modern family life. Downstairs, the show-stopping bespoke kitchen, charming dining room and generous living room flow beautifully — with original features throughout. There’s also a cloakroom and ground floor WC for added convenience.
Upstairs offers four double bedrooms and two bathrooms, with scope to reconfigure into a luxurious master suite with dressing room and en suite.
The real lifestyle gem is the stunning basement master with feature fireplace, bespoke storage and a luxury en suite wet room — with steps leading to the hot tub and bar area. Ideal as a private sanctuary, guest suite, gym or semi-independent space for older children.
Outside, the secluded garden is pet-friendly and perfect for entertaining, with Indian sandstone paving, app-controlled lighting, and a fully insulated home office — ideal for working from home or transforming into a creative space.
FLOORPLAN
STATIONS
Rayleigh Station
0.3 miles
SCHOOLS
Rayleigh Primary & FitzWimarc 0.3 miles
ROADS
A127 (Southend Arterial Road) 1.5 miles
BUSES
Nearest bus stop
0.05 miles
AIRPORTS
London Southend Airport 4.5 miles
RAYLEIGH
Welcome to Rayleigh — where historic charm meets modern living.
Rayleigh is one of Essex’s best-kept secrets. With its rich history, strong community feel, and excellent connections, it offers a calm, characterful alternative to the busier commuter towns — without compromising on convenience.
Well-positioned for those who split their week between the city and working from home, Rayleigh sits on the Liverpool Street line, with direct trains into London in under an hour. You’ve also got quick access to the A127 and A130, making it ideal for those needing to stay connected while enjoying a slower, more spacious pace of life.
The town itself has retained a genuine village atmosphere, with a thriving High Street lined with independent shops, cafés, wine bars and restaurants. You’ll even find a post office and high street bank still in place — a rarity these days. There’s a weekly market, the Rayleigh Art Trail, excellent local events and a real sense of belonging, all just minutes from your door.
Families are well catered for too, with outstanding schools for all ages, nearby green spaces, and countryside walks all around.
