Rays Farm Lane, Ingatestone, CM4
- Land size
- 1 acres
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 2
Key Features
- Sought-after semi-rural location within the desirable village of Ingatestone
- Grade II listed period residence of considerable charm
- Set within approximately one acre of mature grounds overlooking open countryside
- Four well-proportioned bedrooms arranged over multiple floors
- Elegant reception hall with access to principal living spaces
- Impressive living room and formal dining room
- Generous kitchen/breakfast room with adjoining utility
- Ground floor bathroom and first floor family bathroom
- Versatile second floor room ideal as study or guest space
- Detached double garage with adjoining workshop
Description
A most attractive Grade II listed period residence, occupying an enviable position within approximately one acre of mature and well-established grounds, this distinguished home effortlessly combines heritage charm with practical family living. The accommodation extends to a thoughtfully arranged four-bedroom dwelling, rich in character features and offering generous proportions throughout. The ground floor presents an elegant reception hall providing access to principal living spaces, including a well-proportioned dining room and an impressive living room, ideal for both formal entertaining and relaxed day-to-day living. The kitchen/breakfast room forms the heart of the home, complemented by a useful utility room and ground floor bathroom facilities. To the first floor, a spacious landing leads to four bedrooms of varying proportions, all served by a family bathroom, with additional storage incorporated throughout. A further second-floor room provides a versatile space, suitable for use as an occasional bedroom, study or hobby room. Externally, the property is further enhanced by a substantial detached outbuilding comprising a double garage and adjoining workshop, perfectly suited to a variety of uses including storage, hobbies or potential workspace (subject to any necessary consents). The surrounding grounds offer a delightful setting, affording privacy and a picturesque backdrop befitting this charming period home.
Map Location
Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- G
- Date Posted
- 2026-04-10
Market Value Analysis
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Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
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Rights & Restrictions
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- Listed Property
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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
- Parking Available
- Garden
- 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
80 Mbps
Gigabit full fibre · available to 86% of premises
Suitable for
- HD streaming
- Video calls
- Web & social
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
- Ingatestone Infant School0.7 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 4 to 7
- Pupils
- 127
- Type
- Academy converter
- Ingatestone and Fryerning Church of England Junior School0.8 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 7 to 11
- Pupils
- 189
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- Margaretting Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School1.2 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 70
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- Stock Church of England Primary School2.2 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 202
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Mountnessing Church of England Primary School2.2 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 5 to 11
- Pupils
- 191
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
Secondary
- Anglo European School514 metresOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 19
- Pupils
- 1,533
- Type
- Academy converter
- Mayflower High School2.9 milesOfsted report card · Dec 2025
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,616
- Type
- Academy converter
- Shenfield High School3.6 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,528
- Type
- Academy converter
- The Billericay School4 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,729
- Type
- Academy converter
- St Martin's School Brentwood4.1 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,794
- Type
- Academy converter
* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.
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
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Getting Around
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Flood Risk
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- 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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