- Four Bedroom Character Property +
- Adjoining Workshop with Conversion Potential (STPP) +
- 0.41 Acre Plot with Walled, South Facing Garden +
- Central Village Location with Pubs, Shops & Schools within a Short Walk +
- Grade II Listed Property with Exposed Beams +
- Large Roof Terrace Overlooking Grounds +
- Ample Off-Road Parking for Several Vehicles +
- Recently Modernised Throughout +
- Three Reception Rooms & Two Kitchen Areas +
GUIDE PRICE £750,000 - £795,000 Dating back to the 16th century, this substantial grade II listed property offering some 2011 Sq Ft of superbly presented accommodation on a plot of approximately 0.4 acres with beautiful walled garden enjoying a Southerly aspect. The property features an abundance of character and also boasts an adjoining workshop/commercial property which offers ANNEXE POTENTIAL having previously had planning permission granted for conversion to residential (lapsed June 2016).
Description - Steeped in history, The Trossachs stands proudly in a conservation area on the edge of Thorpe-Le-Soken High Street. A picturesque village in the Tendring District with a wealth of amenities on your doorstep including a Tesco Express store, four pub/restaurants, pharmacy, mainline railway station, nursery, primary and secondary schools plus several independent retailers. Offering easy access to the A12 (12 miles) and stunning coastline at Frinton-on-Sea (4.5 miles) it's a popular village offering a balance of accessibility with that pretty, village 'feel'.
The earliest parts of the property date back to c1590 with additions around 1850 and further extension in the 1950s. Formerly owned by a respected family of local builders for more than 60 years. The adjoining commercial property was used as a workshop and stores previously and more recently a piano shop before. Sitting in grounds of approximately 0.4 acres, enclosed by feature brick wall with an array of mature trees and backing on to church grounds.
Accommodation comprises with approximate room sizes as follows:
Entrance Hall -
Lounge -
Dining Room/Sitting Room -
Inner Lobby -
Wc -
Kitchen -
Sun Room -
Utility Room/Boot Room -
First Floor -
Landing -
Master Bedroom -
Roof Terrace -
Bedroom Two -
En-Suite -
Bathroom -
Second Floor -
Landing -
Bedroom Three -
Bedroom Four -
Workshop -
Wc -
Outside -
Front -
Rear Garden -
Planning History - The adjoining workshop previously had planning and listed building consent for conversion to residential in 2013 which was not actioned and subsequently lapsed in 2016. We believe that this is still a feasible opportunity subject to obtaining the relevant consents.
Planning references:
13/00293/FUL
13/00294/LBC
Full documents available via Tendring District Council planning portal, alternatively we would be pleased to provide copies of plans upon request.
Additional Info - Council Tax Band: E
Heating: Gas central heating
Services: Mains gas, electricity, water & drainage. Separate three phase electricity supply to workshop
Broadband: Ultrafast Fibre available (up to 1000 mbps)
Mobile Coverage: EE, O2: Likely, Three, Vodafone: Limited
Construction: Solid brick
Restrictions: Grade II Listed
Rights & Easements: None
Flood Risk: Surface water - low / Rivers & Sea - very low
Additional Charges: None
Seller’s Position: Purchasing onwards
Garden Facing: South
Agents Note - PLEASE NOTE - Although we have not tested any of the Gas/Electrical Fixtures & Fittings, we understand them to be in good working order, however it is up to any interested party to satisfy themselves of their condition before entering into any Legal Contract.
CL 8/2020
Aml - ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS 2017 - In order to comply with regulations, prospective purchasers will be asked to produce photographic identification and proof of residence documentation once entering into negotiations for a property.