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Map4 bedroom property with land for sale
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Features and description
- Full Planning Permission in Place: UTT/24/0356/FUL granted for two 250 m² contemporary detached homes on approximately 0.7 acres of freehold land.
- Versatile Design & Parking: Each dwelling includes a double car port; Plot 1 benefits from a dedicated first-floor office above the garage—ideal for remote working.
- Generous Private Gardens: Plot 1 offers c. 940 m² of rear garden, while Plot 2 provides c. 570 m²—perfect for outdoor living, play areas or kitchen gardens.
- Private Driveway & Garage Works: Access via the existing southern entrance off London Road, with a new driveway along the southern boundary; the existing Highfield House garage will be part-demolis...
- Panoramic Countryside Views: Vistas over rolling arable fields, mature hedgerows and established native screening deliver privacy and a true rural outlook.
- Excellent Connectivity & Amenities: Nestled between Great Chesterford and Little Chesterford, with village shop, pubs and school nearby, plus fast rail services to Cambridge (18 mins) and London
An exceptional opportunity to acquire approximately 0.7 acres of freehold land, tucked discreetly behind Highfield House and perfectly positioned between the historic villages of Great Chesterford and Little Chesterford. This generous parcel of land benefits from full planning permission (UTT/24/0356/FUL) for two striking, contemporary family homes of approximately 250m² each.
Each dwelling has been thoughtfully designed to maximise panoramic countryside views, generous internal volumes and seamless indoor-outdoor living. Both plots include a double carport; Plot 1 features a versatile first-floor office above its garage, ideal for those working from home. Plot 1 also enjoys a rear garden of around 940 m², offering ample space for children’s play, alfresco dining or the creation of a private kitchen garden. Plot 2’s rear garden extends to approximately 570 m², providing a perfectly proportioned outdoor haven for relaxation and entertaining.
Vehicular access is via the existing southern entrance off London Road into Highfield House; from there, a new private driveway will run along the southern boundary to serve both new homes. As part of the scheme, the existing Highfield House garage will be partially demolished and sympathetically made good to integrate with the new access arrangement.
Set within rolling Essex farmland, this opportunity offers spectacular vistas over arable fields and mature hedging, yet remains just minutes from local amenities in Great Chesterford—offering a village shop, popular pubs, primary school and a mainline rail link with fast services to Cambridge (18 mins) and London Liverpool Street (55 mins). The nearby A11/M11 corridor provides swift road connections to Chelmsford, Stansted Airport and the vibrant university city of Cambridge.
Whether you are a private developer or a family seeking the perfect self-build plot, Land Behind Highfield House delivers a rare blend of privacy, planning consent in place, and an enviable rural-village location. For further details, please visit the Uttlesford District Council Planning Portal and quote reference UTT/24/0356/FUL.
Agents Note:
Tenure: Freehold
EPC Band TBC
Uttlesford District Council - Tax Band TBC
Connections for mains water and electricity to be established. Private drainage and an air source heat pump will be installed.
Mobile Coverage: Good Coverage From All Major Networks (Ofcom)
Broadband Coverage: Ultrafast Available, 1,000 Mbps (Ofcom)
Location:
Great Chesterford is a historic village and civil parish in Uttlesford, Essex, England, which is located near the River Cam. The village features numerous listed buildings, a Congregational church, and a primary school. It is conveniently connected by the Great Chesterford railway station and the M11 motorway. The village maintains its rural charm while being in close proximity to larger towns such as Saffron Walden and Cambridge, providing a blend of historical appeal and modern conveniences.
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Every care has been taken to ensure the accuracy of these details, however they do not form part of any offer or contract. All measurements, distances and areas are approximate and for guidance only. Prospective purchasers should not rely on these particulars and must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.
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