Land · CM7 4QQ
For saleListed 166 days
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About
Prestige Homes by Hamilton Piers are delighted to offer for sale this four bedroom detached BUNGALOW, inclusive of various outbuildings and a substantial 18 ACRE PLOT.
Benefiting from approved PLANNING PERMISSION for various RE-DEVELOPMENT opportunities inclusive of a substantial new four bedroom property and BARN CONVERSION.
Boasting PANORAMIC VIEWS of rolling countryside, ideal for equestrian use or farmland.
Located in an idyllic rural setting, close to the historic village of Great Bardfield offering a range of local amenities, with convenient access to Braintree (8.4m), Dunmow (8.2m), Stansted Airport (13m) and other main transport links.
Viewings are highly recommended.
An exciting opportunity to acquire this substantial 18 acre plot, nestled on the periphery of the highly regarded village of Great Bardfield in Walthams Cross and boasting impressive panoramic open countryside views.
Offered with planning permission (17/01851/FUL) to erect a sizeable four bedroom residence which would act as a replacement for the existing dwelling.
Additional planning permission has been approved for the existing outbuilding to the front of the plot to be re-developed into a generous two bedroom barn.
Currently set within this substantial 18 acre plot is a main residence, comprising a four bedroom single storey property with the addition of numerous outbuildings, offering further potential for conversion or redevelopment (subject to the relevant consents).
There is certainly an unparalleled level of opportunity once acquiring this property and land to use for multiple purposes including farm land, extensive redevelopment or equestrian use.
Further information on the already granted planning permissions can be provided upon request, but viewings are highly recommended to really envisage the scope and variety of potential opportunities available on this plot.
Set in an idyllic rural location, this property and vast acreage offers scenic rolling countryside views and is situated within easy reach of Great Bardfield's village centre, with local amenities nearby and convenient access to transport routes including A120/M11 (linking to M25) and Stansted Airport (13 miles).
The local village centre of Great Bardfield is full of history and character, with a good range of local services and amenities available.
Braintree Town Centre and Station are located just 8.4 miles away, the station providing links to London Liverpool Street.
In summary, a quaint and scenic rural village location, well-connected to surrounding amenities and transport links.
Planning: As per planning application and architectural drawings, permission lies for the existing main residence to be replaced with a substantial four bedroom family home, inclusive of two en-suites in addition to a balcony from the master suite with impressive views of surrounding open countryside.
The ground floor is set to comprise an incredibly spacious open plan kitchen and dining room, with the addition of a utility room, home office and living room with bi-folding doors opening onto the grounds.
Externally, there is provision for a sizeable double garage with large usable loft space and further storage plus a large sweeping driveway offering parking for multiple vehicles.
The second planning application presents an opportunity to convert the existing barn (located to the front of the plot) into a two bedroom home; Ideal as self contained annexe accommodation or potentially to let, giving the benefit of an additional income source.
Value & comps
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Returns
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About Mill Road, Great Bardfield, Braintree
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