Clacton Road, Horsley Cross, Manningtree, Essex

£300,000 to £325,000 Guide Price

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Enjoying an enviable position surrounded by open Essex countryside, this home offers a rare opportunity to embrace village living without sacrificing convenience. As the sun sets across the panoramic farmland beyond the gardens, the uninterrupted rural views create a truly special setting, one that invites you to slow down, relax and appreciate the tranquillity that this wonderful home provides.

Occupying a generous plot in the sought after village of Horsley Cross, this charming three bedroom semi detached home offers spacious accommodation and extensive gardens front, side and rear gardens all with panoramic countryside views.

Lovingly improved by the current owner, the property now benefits from a beautifully appointed contemporary fitted kitchen together with the installation of an energy efficient air source heat pump, enhancing both the comfort of the home and its long term running costs. These thoughtful upgrades complement the property's character whilst providing the efficiency expected of modern living.

The accommodation includes a welcoming entrance hall leading to a spacious 21'3" lounge/dining room, where a feature fireplace creates a warm and inviting focal point. The stylish new kitchen overlooks the garden, while a rear lobby/utility area adds practicality. Upstairs are three well proportioned bedrooms, all with panoramic countryside views.

Outside, the property continues to impress with ample off road parking suitable for multiple vehicles, a caravan or motorhome. The beautifully proportioned south/west facing side and rear gardens extend to approximately 119 feet by 42 feet at their widest points, backing directly onto open farmland and providing an exceptional degree of privacy together with uninterrupted countryside views.

Combining modern energy efficient improvements, generous outside space, stunning rural views, future extension potential and excellent transport links, this family home presents a wonderful opportunity to acquire a countryside home in one of north east Essex's most desirable village locations.

This family home also benefits from expired planning permission for a substantial two storey extension, providing exciting potential to create a significantly larger family home (subject to the existing consent).

Ground Floor
Entrance Hall
Lounge/Dining Room – 21'3" x 14'5" (max)
Kitchen – 12'5" x 9'
Rear Lobby / Utility Room
Family Bathroom

First Floor
Bedroom One – 11'6" x 10'5"
Bedroom Two – 10'6" x 7'3"
Bedroom Three – 6'10" x 6'9"

Outside
Extensive driveway providing ample off road parking for several vehicles, caravan or motorhome
South/West facing side and rear gardens measuring approximately 119' x 42' (maximum), backing directly onto open countryside

Horsley Cross is a well regarded village situated between Manningtree and Harwich, offering a peaceful rural lifestyle whilst remaining exceptionally well connected. Surrounded by rolling farmland and scenic country walks, the area is ideal for those seeking a quieter pace of life, yet wishing to remain within easy reach of larger towns and transport links.

The nearby Georgian riverside town of Manningtree, Britain's smallest town, lies approximately 3 miles away and provides an excellent range of independent shops, cafés, restaurants, traditional public houses, supermarkets, healthcare facilities and everyday amenities. The picturesque waterfront along the River Stour offers beautiful walks, sailing opportunities and access to the renowned Stour Estuary.

Families are well served by a selection of highly regarded schools, including Manningtree High School, Highfields Primary School and Lawford Church of England Primary School, all within approximately 3–4 miles.

For shopping and leisure, residents are within easy reach of larger retail centres in Colchester, whilst nearby villages offer additional country pubs, farm shops and local conveniences.

The property enjoys excellent transport connections, making it ideal for commuters. The A120 is approximately 1.5 miles away, providing direct access to Harwich, Colchester and the A12, connecting onwards to Chelmsford, the M25 and London.
Approximate driving distances include:
• Manningtree – 3 miles (around 8 minutes)
• Harwich International Port – 10 miles (approximately 15–20 minutes)
• Colchester – 15 miles (approximately 25 minutes)
• Ipswich – 16 miles (approximately 25 minutes)
• Colchester City Centre – approximately 30 minutes
• Chelmsford – approximately 50 minutes
• Stansted Airport – approximately 50 miles (around 1 hour via the A120)
• London (M25) – approximately 70–80 minutes, traffic permitting

Manningtree Railway Station, approximately 3.5 miles away, sits on the Great Eastern Main Line and offers regular direct services to:
• Colchester – approximately 10 minutes
• Ipswich – approximately 15 minutes
• Chelmsford – approximately 30 minutes
• London Liverpool Street – from around 55 minutes
• Norwich – approximately 1 hour 10 minutes

Harwich International Port provides ferry services to the Hook of Holland, offering convenient access to mainland Europe for both business and leisure travel.

The surrounding area is renowned for its outstanding natural beauty. The nearby Dedham Vale National Landscape, famously associated with the artist John Constable, offers miles of countryside walks, cycling routes and riverside scenery. Nearby attractions include Flatford Mill, Mistley Quay, Wrabness Nature Reserve, Hamford Water National Nature Reserve and the historic maritime town of Harwich with its rich naval heritage.
Golf courses, sailing clubs along the River Stour and the Essex coastline, local vineyards, nature reserves and country parks all contribute to an exceptional quality of life, making this an ideal location for families, professionals and those seeking a balance between countryside living and excellent connectivity.

Agents Note
As mentioned, the planning permission has expired, however details of this can be found at the Tendring District Council Planning Site using reference 21/00774/FUL.