Summary - Dedham Road, Ardleigh, CO7 CO7 7QB
4 bed 1 bath Detached Bungalow
Half‑acre plot, countryside views and major renovation/development potential, chain free.
Plot approximately 0.49 acre with open farmland views front and rear
Set on just under half an acre with open farmland to front and rear, this four‑bedroom detached bungalow is a rare semi‑rural opportunity in the Dedham Vale area. The single‑storey layout and generous footprint make it ideal for families wanting a spacious ground‑level home or buyers seeking a high‑value renovation or replacement project (subject to planning permission). Offered with no onward chain, the site allows a quicker start to refurbishment or redevelopment.
The house requires modernisation throughout: the interior is dated, the property has a single bathroom, and wall insulation is assumed absent in the cavity walls. The EPC is rated D and the build dates from the early 20th century, so buyers should budget for upgrading the heating, insulation and general fabric to reach contemporary standards. Parking is available on‑site via a long driveway and there is an existing outbuilding for storage during works.
Where this property stands out is the plot: approximately 0.49 acres with uninterrupted countryside views, privacy and real scope to extend or replace the bungalow (subject to consent). The local area combines peaceful country living with good transport links to Colchester, Manningtree and the A12, making it suitable for commuter families or investor developers targeting a premium rural market.
In short, Oaklands is a blank canvas: attractive for buyers who accept renovation work and want to capitalise on a very large plot in a sought‑after landscape. Important negatives are clear and material — renovation required, limited bathing facilities, and potential planning constraints — but for the right buyer the site offers significant upside in one of the region’s most desirable rural settings.
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