Ranks Green, Fairstead

An attractive 1920s three bedroom detached house, recently renovated throughout, enjoying a wonderful rural position with panoramic views across open farmland. Set within landscaped gardens of approximately 0.6 acres, the property sits back from a country lane behind a gated, sweeping driveway. It features traditional red-brick elevations beneath a hipped tiled roof, with plans in place for a double-storey extension offering further potential (ask agent for further details).

The accommodation is arranged over two floors and comprises a living room, an adjoining dining room, a kitchen, an outer lobby, a cloakroom and a utility space. Upstairs are three bedrooms and a bathroom. The property also benefits from a detached double garage, workshop and store room. The property benefits from oil-fired heating, supplied by a newly fitted oil tank.

The welcoming entrance hall features stairs to the first floor and an under-stairs storage cupboard. To the front, the bright living room has a bay window. The dining room is open to the living room, creating a connected reception space. The kitchen is fitted with a range of traditional wooden units, and a useful lobby provides access to the garden and driveway.

On the first floor are three bedrooms, each offering fitted storage and views over the surrounding countryside, together with the family bathroom.

Outside

The property occupies a rectangular plot of approximately 0.6 acres. The gardens have been neatly and thoughtfully landscaped, with areas of lawn interspersed with flowers, shrubs and trees that provide colour and natural seclusion. A work shed is also located in the garden. Foundations have been laid for an additional building, with potential for use as an annex, outside office or another space, subject to any necessary consents. The project is unfinished and will require completion. A gated driveway leads to the house and garage.

Location

The property is situated in a delightful semi-rural position in the hamlet of Ranks Green, Fairstead, between the villages of Terling and Great Leighs. The location offers access to footpaths and bridleways across the rolling Essex countryside, while Great Leighs, Chelmsford, Great Notley and Braintree are within easy reach and provide a range of educational, shopping and recreational facilities.

The nearby village of Fairstead is a small community surrounded by open countryside and has a popular country pub serving traditional food and drink. Great Leighs is approximately 1.5 miles to the north-east and offers a local shop and post office, two public houses, and parish churches in Great and Little Leighs. Great Notley is approximately two miles away and provides a Tesco superstore, doctors’ surgery, schools and the Discovery Centre.

Further shopping, educational and recreational facilities are available in Chelmsford and Braintree. Train services are available from Chelmsford, Beaulieu Park Station (8.3 miles) and Hatfield Peverel (5.5 miles). The A12 can be accessed at Hatfield Peverel or Chelmsford, while the A120 is accessible at Braintree, providing links towards the M11 and beyond.