Ravenscraig

General information Situated in the picturesque, semi-rural village of Highwood just 3.3 miles from Ingatestone. Ravenscraig is a highly regarded livery yard with a four-bedroom detached bungalow and separate outbuilding all set within private grounds in excess of 8 acres of well-maintained paddocks, gardens, and excellent equestrian facilities.

The property was constructed in 1991 with later additions and alterations to form a spacious bungalow with surrounding views over the paddocks.

Entered from the front into a welcoming reception hall, the accommodation commences with a bathroom comprising panel enclosed bath, shower cubicle, wash hand basin and a separate WC next door.

The kitchen/breakfast room offers a range of storage units that sit under solid work surfaces that allow space and plumbing for all the necessary kitchen and utility appliances with integrated gas hob and electric oven.

The living/dining room is found at the end of the hall with French doors leading on to the decking area which provides a great entertaining and for the cosy evenings, there is a fireplace with inset log burner.

To finish the accommodation are four generously proportioned bedrooms, each with a similar outlook over the grounds which also allow room for double beds and additional furniture complimented by a tiled wet room with wash hand basin and WC.
 

Outside The property is approached via a split driveway lined by post and rail paddocks which leads to the double cart lodge attached to the main residence, outbuilding, and a separate drive leads to the livery yard.

The outbuilding offers double glazing throughout with 3 rooms, a bathroom, separate WC and a kitchenette providing exciting onward potential for a variety of uses. The main dwelling has access on either side to the rear garden which offers a decking area ideal for garden furniture and an enclosed garden which is predominantly laid to lawn with timber shed and a separate hardstanding area accessed from the kitchen and utility room.

The yard offers a pleasant setup with an impressive American style barn constructed by the current owners made up of 11 stable blocks measuring 12 x 12 ft. There are also 2 tack rooms, a feed room and the barn has an electricity and water supply with an adjacent hay barn and outdoor lunging arena.

The paddocks surround the property and are separated by post and railings which have a water supply. To the western elevation is the entrance to the outdoor all weather menage with floodlights. Opposite is a useful storage building and nursing paddock bordering the rear garden. An opening leads through to the remainder of the paddocks, bordered by mature hedging, post and railings and open countryside. The current owners have resided at Ravenscraig for 27 happy years and have a fantastic reputation in the area, a true testament to this wonderful setup ideally suited for the equestrian enthusiasts.
 

Location The property is situated down a private road with access to wonderful rides amongst the small village of Highwood. Highwood is positioned in between Chelmsford, Blackmore and Ingatestone with ample open countryside. Chelmsford city centre is approximately 5.7 miles away with its array of shopping facilities and mainline station. The village of Ingatestone with its High Street and also mainline railway station is approximately 3.3 miles away. Writtle with its village duck pond, local parade of shops and amenities is approximately 3.4 miles away.
 

Important information Council Tax Band - F
Services - We understand that mains water and electricity are connected with oil fired central heating, air to air fan system which supplies air conditioning and a private drainage system.
Tenure - Freehold
EPC rating - TBC
 

Agents note The property has three registered Titles EX558255, EX441916, EX742967 and measured on Ordnance Survey Promap as approximately 8.1 acres (subject to survey).

A public footpath runs through the side western paddock which has separate access from Metsons Lane to the farmers field behind. A hedgerow and post and railings separate the footpath from the paddocks.

We understand there is a pedestrian and vehicular access to the rear agricultural field from the neighbouring farmer, over and across a strip of land 6 metres in width, positioned between the Western Paddock and the menage on the Title EX558255.

There is a right to enter the land by the neighbouring property for the purpose of inspecting, maintaining and repairing the water pipe.  Please see Title EX441916.

When referring to Title EX742967, there is a personal covenant whereby the post and rail fence between points A and B must be maintained and renewed when necessary.

Restricted covenants for Title EX742967;
* Erecting any building without the consent of the transferor except for a summer house, shed or greenhouse.
* Not to use the property for any use save as agricultural land/and or garden ground.
* Not to do anything which may be or become a nuisance or danger or cause damage to the transferor.

We suggest that any interested parties take legal advice regarding the restrictions and financial advice regarding mortgage ability, prior to viewing and offering on the property.


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