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£1,250,000

School Lane, Great Leighs, CM3

Land size
2 acres
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
3

Key Features

  • STUNNING COUNTRYSIDE VIEW
  • VILLAGE LOCATION
  • CLOSE TO CHELMSFORD PARK & RIDE
  • BEAUTIFUL GARDEN
  • VIEWINGS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

Description

Longview is a superb four bedroom detached family property situated on a plot of approximately 2 acres (STLS). Immaculately presented throughout, there are two large first floor double bedrooms, both with dressing areas and the main offering a full sized bathroom, whilst to the ground floor is a further en-suite bedroom and a fourth which offers versatile use. To the back of the property and with bi-fold doors affording a lovely view over the property's main garden areas, is a superb fitted kitchen with a separate utility, whilst a very comfortable sitting room with log burner lays open plan to the main kitchen area. Worth noting that many rooms offer a dual aspect, making the most of its countryside surroundings.

Entrance door to
RECEPTION HALL 6.83m (22'5) x 4.14m (13'7) AT MAXIMUM POINTS
'L' shaped with inset spot lights, window to front, stairs rising to first floor, very useful large storage cupboard, doors to
GROUND FLOOR BATHROOM 2.97m (9'9) x 2.79m (9'2)
Inset spot lights, obscure double glazed window to front, free-standing claw foot style bath with mixer tap and shower attachment, low level w.c, pedestal wash hand basin, Victorian style radiator with heater towel rail.
DUAL ASPECT SITTING ROOM 5.72m (18'9) + BAY x 4.42m (14'6)
Large bay window to front, two further windows to side, a particular feature is the log burner with oak mantle, open plan to
KITCHEN 6.4m (21') x 3.86m (12'8) > 11'
A superb room with bi-folding doors spanning almost the entire width and therefore giving direct access onto the property's rear garden. The main kitchen area comprises of a comprehensive range of cream fronted wall and base level units with worktops over, ample space for appliances including an integrated oven with separate microwave oven, integrated dishwasher, further space for American style fridge freezer. Within the kitchen area there is a fantastic island unit with stool style seating, also housing a four ring hob with suspended hood over.
UTILITY ROOM 2.74m (9') x 2.01m (6'7)
Complimentary gloss fronted wall and base level units, inset single drainer sink unit, space for appliances, door leading onto the rear garden.
GROUND FLOOR BEDROOM THREE 5.36m (17'7) x 3.89m (12'9)
Inset spot lights, double glazed window to rear enjoying views over the garden.
EN-SUITE
Inset spot lights, obscure double glazed window to rear, corner shower unit with glazed screen, close coupled w.c, pedestal wash hand basin with mixer tap, Victorian style radiator with towel rail.
GROUND FLOOR BEDROOM FOUR 4.32m (14'2) x 2.97m (9'9)
A room of versatile use as it could be used as a further reception, offering double glazed window to front with views over the front garden.
FIRST FLOOR LANDING
Velux style window to rear, doors to both double bedrooms.
MAIN BEDROOM 5.82m (19'1) x 4.8m (15'9) + RECESS
A dual aspect room with window to both front and rear, part vaulted ceiling, further velux style window to rear, eaves storage.
WALK-IN DRESSING ROOM
Floor to ceiling shelving and hang rails.
EN-SUITE
Inset spot lights, velux style window, modern suite comprising of a free-standing claw foot bath, separate shower unit, close coupled w.c, wash hand basin with cupboard under.
BEDROOM TWO 4.8m (15'9) x 3.96m (13') + RECESS
A dual aspect room with windows to both front and rear, part vaulted roof line, eaves storage.
WALK-IN DRESSING ROOM
Floor to ceiling shelving and hang rails and benefiting from a further velux style window front.
GARAGE & STORAGE ROOM
To one side is a detached garage with electric up and over door and accessed via a ladder above the garage is a very useful storage room with vaulted roof line and glazed apex.
OUTSIDE
As mentioned previously, Longview is situated on a plot of approximately 2 acres in total (STLS). There is an impressive gravelled driveway and neat lawn set behind a low retaining brick wall with an electric gate. The rear garden is a particular feature and runs to approximately 2 acres. With initial parts mostly laid to lawn, affording a superb koi pond in addition to a raised decked area which is perfect for outside dining and entertaining. Split by timber posts and rail fence is the second part of the garden which is mostly meadow with its own natural clay pond and a number of mature trees.
AGENTS NOTE
As part of separate negotiations, The Longview does come with an additional plot of circa 1.1 acres with full planning approval granted. See reference 25/00978/FUL.

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Chelmsford is a vibrant and fast growing City that blends modern living with rich heritage, making it an attractive choice for a wide range of buyers. As the county town of Essex, it benefits from two train stations offering direct services to London Liverpool Street - Chelmsford Station and the newly opened Beaulieu Park Station - making it especially appealing for commuters.
The City is known for welcoming, multicultural community, reflected in its diverse neighbourhoods, varied dining out options, international grocery stores and inclusive local events. At its heart stands Chelmsford Cathedral, a striking landmark and cultural hub offering a community venue which also runs concerts, exhibitions and educational events throughout the year. The area is also highly regarded for its education, home to two of the regions most respected grammar schools: King Edward VI Grammar School (KEGS) and Chelmsford County High School for Girls (CCHS), both renowned for academic excellence. With extensive green spaces such as Central Park and Hylands Estate, alongside a lively City centre filled with shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities, Chelmsford offers a balanced lifestyle ideal for families, professionals, and those seeking excellent connectivity with a strong sense of community.

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Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
E
Date Posted
2026-05-10

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 1,147 Homes with Land listings in East Anglia (1+ acres).

This Property£625,000 / acre
Homes with Land Average (1+ acres) £372,722 / acre
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Utilities & Restrictions

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Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

1.8 Gbps

Gigabit full fibre · available to 30% of premises

Suitable for

  • 4K streaming on every screen
  • Full-time home working
  • Online gaming & big downloads

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

  • Great Leighs Primary School450 metresNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    5 to 11
    Pupils
    197
    Type
    Community school
  • White Court School2.3 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    550
    Type
    Community school
  • Notley Green Primary School2.7 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    401
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Little Waltham Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School2.9 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    206
    Type
    Voluntary aided school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Ford End Church of England Primary School3 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    47
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England

Secondary

  • Notley High School and Braintree Sixth Form3.2 milesOfsted report card · May 2026
    Ages
    11 to 19
    Pupils
    1,210
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Tabor Academy4.2 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    989
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Alec Hunter Academy4.3 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    1,058
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Chelmer Valley High School4.3 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,200
    Type
    Academy converter
  • The Beaulieu Park School4.8 milesOfsted: Outstanding
    Ages
    4 to 19
    Pupils
    1,763
    Type
    Free schools

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 Braintree Superstore, Great Notley2.1 miles
Co-op Great Notley, Great Notley2.7 miles
M&S Braintree BP, Great Notley3 miles

GP surgery

Little Waltham & Gt Notley Surgery3.1 miles

Pharmacy

Tesco In-Store Pharmacy2.1 miles

Hospital

St Michael'S Hospital3.8 miles

Green space

Public Park Or Garden199 metres

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

Nearest station

Cressing Rail Station3.6 miles

Nearest bus stop

Aragon Road311 metres

Typical drive times

Witham13 min · 7.9 miles
Braintree11 min · 5.9 miles
Great Dunmow14 min · 8.9 miles
Chelmsford (city)12 min · 7.5 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

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Rivers and the sea

Flood Zone 1Lower risk

Surface water

Outside the mapped risk bandsVery low risk

The detail behind these bandings

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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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