Little Baddow Hall Fruit Farm - Lot 1

A rare opportunity to purchase a substantial farmhouse set within the picturesque Chelmer and Blackwater Navigation Conservation Area.

Puddock's Tail occupies and elevated position with unrivalled panoramic views over the surrounding farmland and Chelmer Valley beyond.

The farmhouse was built in the 1960's and is a unique family home with generous accommodation extending to approximately 3,135 sq ft.

The flexible accommodation is spread over three floors, with the lower ground floor containing an integral garage, family room, study/office and utility area.

On the upper ground floor are an entrance hall, kitchen and large, dual aspect, sitting/dining area with fabulous panoramic views.

The first floor accommodation provides a master bedroom with ensuite bathroom, together with four further bedrooms and the family bathroom.
 

Outside A private driveway leads to the property, bordered by established hedgerows and mature fruit trees. It opens up into a large parking area with access to the integral garage and additional garage facilities.

The formal gardens that surround the house extend to 1.1 acres. These are mostly laid to lawn with mature tree and shrub borders and an established pond. A large summerhouse/home office occupies a quiet position overlooking the pond and gardens.
 

Equestrian Facilities The house is surrounded by approximately 5.56 acres of fenced paddocks split into five enclosures. These are served by two stable blocks which are centrally located and provide up to seven loose boxes together with a feed/tack room. Both have concrete hard standing, mains water and electricity.
 

Woodland To the south of the property is an area of mature fir trees, extending to 1.25 acres, which provide an attractive wildlife habitat and site screen.

The village is a haven for walkers, being surrounded by open countryside and woodland, much of which is protected by the Essex Wildlife Trust and the National Trust.

Puddock's Tail is also within close proximity of Papermill Lock, where there are riverside walks and canal cruises along the unspoiled Chelmer and Blackwater Navigation.

Little Baddow has the popular school of Elm Green, with the neighbouring village of Danbury having Heathcote School and Danbury Park School. Danbury also offers a range of amenities include a local Co-Op supermarket, public houses and a parish church.

For the commuter, Hatfield Peverel station is around 3 miles away with Chelmsford's mainline station approximately 6 miles to the west of Little Baddow.  

Important information Services - Mains water and electricity are connected to the farmhouse together with oil fired central heating and a private drainage system. The stables are connected to mains water and electricity.

Tenure - Freehold
Council Tax Band - G
EPC rating - F
 

Designations Chelmer and Blackwater Conservation Area. An area adjacent to the Sandon Brook, which forms the western boundary of the property, is designated as a Flood Zone 3.
 

Overage The property will be sold subject to an Overage Provision reserving to the Vendors 30% of any uplift in value resulting from planning consent for residential development. This will apply to the areas crosshatched in blue on the plan, for a period of 25 years, and will only apply to any new dwelling(s), and not the replacement of any existing property. 

Agents note Please note that there is history associated with Puddock's Tail which is of a sensitive nature but which may influence a potential buyer's willingness to view or proceed with a purchase. Please contact the selling agent for more information.
 

Viewing Arrangements Strictly by appointment only through the selling agent.
 

Little Baddow Hall Fruit Farm Puddocks Tail is available for sale together with Little Baddow Hall Fruit Farm.

The entire Lot extends to approximately 70 acres and includes a diverse range of properties, providing income potential and development opportunities.

For further details please contact the selling agent.


Marketed by: Fenn Wright, Chelmsford