Wayside, Little Baddow, Chelmsford, CM3

This substantial detached bungalow is set in a highly desirable location providing direct access into Essex Wildlife Trust managed woodland and nature reserve.  This exceptional plot extends to approximately 0.72 acres and provides excellent potential for a replacement dwelling or redevelopment into more than one property subject to necessary planning consents. 

Offered for sale by informal tender with a Guide Price of Offers in excess of £1,000,000. A deadline for bids to be received has been set as 12pm on Thursday 20th August 2026.

ACCOMMODATION

The current property was originally two bungalows and provides an overall internal square footage of around 3150 ft sq comprising seven bedrooms, three reception rooms, three conservatories, two kitchens one with a utility space, three bathrooms plus a cloakroom. Externally the extensive gardens wrap around the property with highways access from both sides of the property. There is a large gravel parking area, lawns, shrub beds, as well as mature trees and a small pond. There is also a detached garage that is in a state of disrepair.

Danbury Ridge Nature Reserve and woodland is maintained by Essex Wildlife Trust and borders part of the property with direct access provided via two separate gates.

SERVICES

Mains services are available

LOCATION

Situated within the highly sought-after areas of Little Baddow, this property enjoys a superb balance of village charm and accessibility. The area is renowned for its picturesque surroundings, strong community feel and excellent amenities. Danbury village centre is within walking distance and offers a range of everyday facilities including village shops, a Co-op supermarket, cafés, traditional pubs, a pharmacy and local services.

The whole area is particularly known for its outstanding natural beauty, with Danbury Country Park, Lingwood Common and Heather Hills all close by, offering extensive woodland walks, open heathland and nature trails. The nearby River Chelmer and surrounding countryside further enhance the outdoor lifestyle appeal. Chelmsford city centre is approximately 5–6 miles away, providing a wide range of shopping, dining and leisure facilities, along with a mainline railway station offering fast and frequent services to London Liverpool Street in around 35 minutes. Road links via the A12 and A130 are easily accessible.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR INFORMAL TENDER PROCESS

The seller/s have instructed us that the property is to be sold by way of informal tender.

Please be aware that no offer will be considered as serious unless the following instructions have been adhered to.

Failure to follow these instructions will mean that your offer is invalid and will not be considered by the seller.

All offers should be submitted in writing in a sealed envelope and be received at the address detailed below NO LATER THAN 12 noon on Thursday 20th August 2026.

Informal Tender for Woodrooffe Cottage, Wayside, Little Baddow CM3 4RS

FAO Martin Orchard Bond Residential 10 Maldon Road, Danbury, CM3 4QQ

In order to submit an informal tender offer you must provide the following information in your letter.

1. Full names, contact numbers and email addresses for all purchasers involved with the purchase. Please note that should your offer be accepted then we will need to complete ID checks before confirmation of sale documents can be issued. To complete these checks, we will require a separate email and mobile number for each individual.

2. Details regarding your financing of the purchase (e.g., cash, mortgage, sale of current property, first time buyer): • If you are obtaining a mortgage, please specify if it's through a direct lender or a broker. • If using a broker, provide their full name, contact number, and email address. • If you have sold an existing property then please provide details of the estate agent handling this for you.

3. Confirmation of your deposit amount along with proof (e.g. copy of bank statement or savings account screenshot).

4. If obtaining a mortgage, you must provide a copy of an agreement in principle from your lender.

5. Confirm the solicitors and individual that will act on your behalf in the transaction if agreed.

6. Please detail any timescales which are important for this transaction?

7. Confirm if there are any conditions attached to your offer other than the normal one of being “subject to contract”, e.g. any fixtures and fittings to be included in the price.

8. Please confirm when you expect to be able to exchange of contracts and complete the transaction.

9. Whether your purchase is subject to a survey report.

IMPORTANT

The Seller reserves the right not to accept the highest or any of the offers received and that we, as the Agent of the Seller, have a duty to ensure that any offers received prior to the exchange of contracts for the property are reported to our client.

Our staff will not be able to discuss any offers until the owners have reached a decision.