Summary - MOAT FARM MILL ROAD RIDGEWELL HALSTEAD CO9 4SG
4 bed 2 bath Detached
Sprawling Grade II listed country house with annexe, pool and barn planning permission.
Grade II listed country house with original features and modern upgrades
Extremely large total size (approx 6,062 sq ft) across three floors
Separate one-bedroom annexe plus gym and carport for flexible living
Haybarn has planning permission for party barn with mezzanine (22/01889/LBC)
Heated outdoor swimming pool and extensive mature gardens
Slow broadband despite excellent mobile signal in the village
Listed status will restrict alterations and complicate major works
Council tax described as expensive for this large property
Moat Farm is an imposing Grade II listed country house set in extensive private grounds, ideal for a family seeking rural space and character. The principal house spans three floors with four bedrooms, generous reception rooms and many retained period features alongside high-spec modern updates. A self-contained one-bedroom annexe and separate gym/carport add flexible living options for guests or multigenerational use.
Outside, the plot is a major asset: mature trees, formal lawns, and a heated swimming pool create a private, versatile garden. A traditional haybarn on the grounds already has planning permission (Braintree: 22/01889/LBC) to convert into a party barn with a mezzanine — an opportunity for events, entertaining or additional income, subject to listed-building constraints.
Practical points are straightforward but important. The property is listed, which will restrict alterations and could complicate future works or conversions. Broadband speeds are slow in this area despite excellent mobile signal, and council tax is high, reflecting the property's size and status. Overall the home is well presented and move-in ready, offering immediate comfort with strong scope for lifestyle enhancement.
This is a rare countryside offering that balances period charm, generous accommodation and development potential. It will suit buyers who value space and character, appreciate nearby village amenities and good local schooling, and are comfortable with the responsibilities of owning a listed country house.
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