Lodge Road, Bicknacre, Chelmsford, CM3

Extended three bedroom cottage occupying a plot circa 0.25 acres, backing and siding onto fields, in a leafy country lane with vineyards to the South. The property has potential to extend further and the sellers advice the single storey extension was built to support a second storey.

ACCOMODATION

The property is accessed via an entrance porch which leads to a hallway, with access to the ground floor rooms as well as the stairs to the first floor. The ground floor offers sitting room to the front, with adjacent study/ office/ snug, family bathroom, with the extension forming the kitchen / dining / breakfast room to the rear.

Upstairs there are three good sized bedrooms. There is potential to extend over the kitchen to the rear to create additional bedroom and/or bathroom upstairs sttp, and have been advised by the sellers the kitchen extension foundations will support a second storey extension.

OUTSIDE

To the front is a generous driveway, proving ample parking for four or more vehicles, or space for motorhome/ caravan , leading to the single garage with adjacent carport with roller shutter door. 

To the rear the garden extends to in excess of 100ft with fields to the flank and rear. The garden enjoys a patio seating area, the rest lawn expanse with shrub, tree and hedging. There is a brick built outbuilding, and a large timber summer house/annex which we are advised is fully insulated, has electric connected. This is currently used as as a TV room, however ideal for home office.

The property is connected to mains sewerage, and has oil central heating, we are advised the boiler was replaced in 2023.

LOCATION

Located between the villages of Bicknacre and Woodham Ferrers and with stunning views across the Crouch Valley this is considered a semi rural location and provides opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and horse riding. The nearby Hanningfield Reservoir offers water sports and fishing opportunities, as well as nature trails for birdwatching and wildlife enthusiasts.. The area is known for its natural beauty, with picturesque landscapes and charming villages scattered throughout the Essex countryside. Transportation in Bicknacre is primarily reliant on road access. The village is conveniently located near the A130 road, which connects to Chelmsford, the county town of Essex, and other nearby towns and cities. The closest railway station is South Woodham Ferrers, which provides regular train services to London Liverpool Street and other destinations. In terms of community events and activities, Bicknacre hosts various local gatherings throughout the year, including fairs, festivals, and charity events. These occasions bring together residents and visitors, fostering a sense of community spirit. Overall, Bicknacre is a tranquil and picturesque village in Essex, offering a countryside lifestyle within close proximity to urban amenities.