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£750,000

Harwich Road, Great Oakley

Land size
1.71 acres
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
3

Key Features

  • MAGNIFICENT DETACHED FAMILY HOME
  • FOUR BEDROOMS / TWO EN-SUITE
  • THREE RECEPTION ROOMS
  • FAR REACHING VIEWS OVER FARMLAND
  • PLOT APPROACHING 2 ACRES STMS
  • VARIOUS OUTBUILDINGS & GARAGES
  • HEATED SWIMMING POOL & POOL HOUSE
  • OWNED SOLAR PANELS
  • MYRIAD OF LAND USES

Description

Nestled within an idyllic village, this exquisite detached residence presents an unparalleled opportunity for families and equestrian enthusiasts alike, aspiring to embrace the quintessence of country living. Occupying a substantial plot of 1.71 acres, this home boasts breathtaking views over the rolling countryside, offering an enchanting retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Comprehensively refurbished and immaculately maintained, the interior spaces of this home radiate a warm, inviting atmosphere, with a generous layout designed for both comfort and practicality. It features an expansive sitting/dining area that serves as the heart of the house, providing a perfect backdrop for both lively family gatherings and serene relaxation.

The kitchen/breakfast room is a chef's delight, brimming with contemporary conveniences, including integrated appliances, granite countertops, and a sleek engineered oak floor. Meanwhile, the property’s four well-appointed bedrooms (two with en-suites) and an additional family bathroom exemplify restful sanctuaries for each family member.

For those with a penchant for the outdoors, the property's impressive equestrian and smallholding credentials are evident in the multiple paddocks and sturdy outbuildings. A heated outdoor swimming pool, complete with its own pool house, adds a touch of luxury, ensuring leisure and entertainment are just a few steps from your door.

Further enhancing this remarkable home are the pragmatic inclusions of oil heating with a recently updated boiler, mains drainage, and a block-paved driveway, providing ample parking alongside a double and single garage. With the allure of two timber lodge garden buildings, this property isn't just a home; it's a lifestyle awaiting the discerning buyer who seeks rural bliss without compromising on modern amenities and conveniences.

Property Settings:

Great Oakley is an attractive and well-regarded village positioned on the Tendring Peninsula, surrounded by open countryside and within easy reach of the Essex coastline. The village offers a peaceful semi-rural setting, with a strong sense of community and a traditional village feel, while still providing convenient access to nearby towns and everyday amenities.

Local facilities include a village primary school, public house, village hall, church and recreation areas, with further shopping, schooling, leisure and healthcare facilities available in nearby Dovercourt, Harwich, Manningtree and Colchester. The surrounding countryside provides excellent opportunities for walking, cycling and enjoying the outdoors, while the nearby Stour Estuary and coastal areas offer sailing, nature reserves, beaches and scenic waterside walks.

For commuters, Great Oakley is well placed for access to the A120 and A12, providing road links towards Colchester, Chelmsford, Ipswich and London. Rail services are available from nearby Dovercourt, Harwich International, Manningtree and Colchester, with Manningtree offering direct mainline services to London Liverpool Street.

Combining village charm, countryside surroundings and accessibility to both the coast and major transport routes, Great Oakley is a desirable location for those seeking a quieter pace of life without feeling disconnected.

Important Information:
Tenure - Freehold
Council Tax Band - E
Services - Mains Electric, Mains Water & Drainage
Heating - Radiators via oil boiler
Mobile Coverage Indoor: O2 - Likely / EE & Vodafone - Limited / Three - None
Broadband: Superfast broadband is available at this address
Solar panels - The solar panels are owned and provide electricity and independently hot water as well as a FIT which is currently circa £900 PA.
* Some images have been digitally staged to give a better visual of the rooms.

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Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
E
Date Posted
2026-04-28

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 55 Equestrian listings in East Anglia (1+ acres).

This Property£438,596 / acre
Equestrian Average (1+ acres) £138,964 / acre
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Energy Performance Certificate

Energy Efficiency Rating

Very energy efficient - lower running costs
CurrentPotential
(92+)A
(81-91)B
(69-80)C
(55-68)D
(39-54)E
(21-38)F
(1-20)G
69 C
76 C

Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)

Running costs are one side. Planning activity, flood history and ground risks for this location are in the full report.

Utilities & Restrictions

Utilities

Electricity
Mains
Water
Mains
Heating
Oil Heating
Broadband
Standard Copper (ADSL)
Sewerage
Mains

Rights & Restrictions

Public Rights of Way
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Private Rights of Way
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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

Accessibility
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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

Superfast

Suitable for

  • HD streaming
  • Video calls
  • Web & social

Mobile signal

CallsDataEE Good GoodO2 Good GoodThree Good GoodVodafone Good Good

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

  • All Saints Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Great Oakley0.7 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    100
    Type
    Voluntary aided school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • St Michael's CofE Primary Academy, Ramsey1.8 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
    Ages
    5 to 11
    Pupils
    130
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Wix and Wrabness Primary School2.5 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    117
    Type
    Community school
  • Chase Lane Primary School and Nursery2.7 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    445
    Type
    Community school
  • All Saints' Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Dovercourt3.2 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    194
    Type
    Voluntary aided school
    Faith
    Church of England

Secondary

  • Harwich and Dovercourt High School3.2 milesOfsted report card · Jan 2026
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    1,075
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Lift Tendring5 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 19
    Pupils
    1,464
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Holbrook Academy5.9 milesOfsted report card · Jun 2026
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    584
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Manningtree High School6.5 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    908
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Felixstowe School7.4 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 19
    Pupils
    1,169
    Type
    Academy sponsor led

* 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

Tesco Harwich Express, Harwich2.6 miles
Co-op Fronks Road Foodstore, Harwich3.2 miles
Lidl Upper Dovercourt Harwich, Harwich3.5 miles

GP surgery

Harewood Surgery217 metres

Pharmacy

Oakley Pharmacy2.6 miles

Hospital

Harwich & District Hospital3.3 miles

Green space

Playing Field222 metres

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

The area stacks up? Now check the location itself: planning nearby, protected designations and past flooding.

Getting Around

Nearest station

Wrabness Rail Station2.5 miles

Nearest bus stop

Partridge Close18 metres

Typical drive times

Harwich10 min · 6.3 miles
Manningtree15 min · 7.9 miles
Frinton-on-Sea16 min · 9.1 miles
Colchester (city)27 min · 15 miles
Walton-on-the-Naze16 min · 9 miles

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.

Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.

Flood Risk

From Environment Agency flood map open data, checked around the advertised map pin and allowing for the listed acreage where known. This summary comes from LandSale, the advertising platform, not from the listing agent, and is not part of the agent's particulars. Risk can vary across a single holding, so verify anything critical through your own searches before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Flood Zone 1Lower risk

Surface water

Outside the mapped risk bandsVery low risk

These bandings are the summary. Where this location sits on the flood maps, plus planning activity, heritage and ground risks, is in the full report.

Important notice: Information, maps and tags on this page are drawn from the advertising agent's marketing materials or generated automatically. LandSale has not verified them. Relying on these details is at your own risk, always carry out independent checks before committing to a purchase.

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