Boreham Road, Great Leighs, CM3
- Land size
- 1.36 acres
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 2
Key Features
- 1.36 Acre Plot
- Four Large Bedrooms & Two Bathrooms
- Three Separate Reception Rooms
- Wonderful L Shaped Kitchen Diner Family Room With Separate Utility & Cloakroom
- Beautiful Landscaped Garden With Heated Swimming Pool
- Detached Two Bedroom Summer House With Kitchen & Bathroom
- Large Lawn Areas
- Detached Outbuilding With Fantastic Potential For Change Of Use
- Surrounded By Countryside
- Easy Access To Village, Major Roads & Chelmsford & Braintree
Description
A PROPERTY WITH SO MUCH TO OFFER, Guide Price - £1,200,000 - £1,250,000.... This substantial detached house in Great Leighs, Essex presents an extensive and well-arranged living environment, suited to both relaxation and entertaining. The property occupies an impressive 1.36 acre plot, offering a private setting surrounded by open countryside and benefiting from ample exterior and interior space. The hallmark of the home is a wonderful L-shaped kitchen, dining and family room, thoughtfully designed and accompanied by a separate utility area and cloakroom to ensure convenience and practicality. Exceptional versatility is provided by three separate reception rooms, offering flexible layouts conducive to a range of family and formal uses.
The accommodation provides four spacious bedrooms and two well-appointed bathrooms, catering comfortably to the needs of a growing family or those seeking ample guest space. Modern gas fired heating ensures an efficient and comfortable living environment throughout. Externally, there is a beautifully landscaped private garden featuring a heated swimming pool, ideal for leisure and recreation. Expansive lawn areas offer further space for relaxation or outdoor activities.
A dedicated driveway provides private parking, while a detached outbuilding offers compelling potential for change of use, subject to the appropriate consents. The property also features a separate, detached two-bedroom summer house complete with its own kitchen and bathroom, affording flexibility for guest accommodation, multi-generational living, or as a work-from-home solution. Surrounding grounds add to the sense of privacy and tranquillity, while the impressive plot size allows for a feeling of space and seclusion rarely found.
Local area
Great Leighs is set amidst scenic Essex countryside and provides convenient access to local village amenities as well as major road networks. The location is well positioned for links to Chelmsford and Braintree, allowing residents to balance peaceful rural living with accessibility to a full array of retail, leisure, and educational facilities. The area is characterised by its open spaces and easy access to nature, making it particularly attractive for those seeking a balance between countryside tranquillity and urban connectivity.
EPC rating: D. Tenure: Freehold,Agents Disclaimer
These property details are provided for general guidance only and do not form part of any offer or legally binding contract. Measurements and descriptions are given as a guide and may not be exact. Belvoir accepts no liability for any inaccuracies or statements made by staff regarding the property. We have not carried out tests on any services, systems, appliances or equipment and therefore cannot confirm that they are in working order. Prospective purchasers should make their own enquiries and obtain professional advice to verify the information contained within these particulars. All discussions and negotiations relating to the property should be conducted through Belvoir. No checks have been undertaken with the relevant local authorities regarding planning permission or compliance with building regulations. Purchasers are advised to seek confirmation of such matters through their solicitor or surveyor.
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Map Location
Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- D
- Date Posted
- 2026-03-20
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 1,147 Homes with Land listings in East Anglia (1+ acres).
Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
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- Heating
- Gas Heating
- Broadband
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- Sewerage
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Rights & Restrictions
- Public Rights of Way
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- Private Rights of Way
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- Listed Property
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- Restrictions
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
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- Parking
- Driveway
- Garden
- Private Garden
Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.
Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
1.8 Gbps
Gigabit full fibre · available to 54% of premises
Suitable for
- 4K streaming on every screen
- Full-time home working
- Online gaming & big downloads
Mobile signal
Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.
Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.
Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- Great Leighs Primary School0.6 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 5 to 11
- Pupils
- 197
- Type
- Community school
- Terling Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School2.3 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 5 to 11
- Pupils
- 99
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Church of England
- White Court School2.6 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 550
- Type
- Community school
- Little Waltham Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School2.8 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 206
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Notley Green Primary School3 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 401
- Type
- Academy converter
Secondary
- Notley High School and Braintree Sixth Form3.3 milesOfsted report card · May 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 19
- Pupils
- 1,210
- Type
- Academy converter
- Chelmer Valley High School4.1 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,200
- Type
- Academy converter
- Alec Hunter Academy4.2 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 1,058
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- The Beaulieu Park School4.3 milesOfsted: Outstanding
- Ages
- 4 to 19
- Pupils
- 1,763
- Type
- Free schools
- Tabor Academy4.5 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 989
- Type
- Academy converter
Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.
Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.
Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
Green space
Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.
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Getting Around
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Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.
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Flood Risk
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Rivers and the sea
Surface water
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- Exact flood zones & annual chances (included in the full report)
- Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
- Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
- Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
- Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
- Ground risks (included in the full report)
- Sold prices nearby (included in the full report)
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