5 bed detached house for sale

Old Heath Road, Southminster, Essex CM0

Set within approximately 1.3 acres of versatile grounds, this substantial country residence presents a rare combination of immediate comfort, long-term growth potential, and energy independence. Offering an adaptable 5–6 bedroom layout, extensive solar infrastructure, and full planning permission for significant expansion, the property represents both a refined family home and a future-proofed investment.

Headline Features
Energy Abundance
The property is equipped with a substantial 40-panel solar array and EV charging point, providing a high level of energy autonomy. Surplus generation delivers consistent annual income, supporting a sustainable and cost-efficient lifestyle.

Vast 1.3-Acre Plot
The land is intelligently divided between a 0.3-acre residential plot-complete with cabin and double garage-and a 1-acre agricultural paddock, ideal for equestrian use, grazing, or lifestyle farming.

Planning Certainty
Sold with full planning permission in place, the property benefits from a clear, pre-approved route to significantly increase the overall footprint. This removes the usual uncertainty and delay associated with architectural and planning processes.

Flexible 5–6 Bedroom Accommodation
The existing 2,077 sq. Ft. Layout includes a versatile ground-floor study and WC wing, readily adaptable as an accessible guest suite or sixth bedroom if required.

The Residence
Designed for family life and entertaining, the home flows naturally around the traditional oil-fired aga, which forms the warm and social heart of the ground floor.

Principal Suites & Bedrooms
Master Suite:
4.76m × 3.97m (15'7" × 13'0")
A commanding retreat accommodating a Super King-size bed, with a private en-suite bathroom.

Guest Suite Two:
3.93m × 3.83m (12'11" × 12'7")
A spacious second en-suite bedroom, comfortably housing a King-size bed.

Bedrooms Three, Four & Five:
All generous double bedrooms (for example, Bedroom Three measures 4.00m × 3.70m), with approved plans for dormer windows to enhance natural light and headroom.

Living & Entertaining Spaces
Grand Lounge:
7.20m × 4.50m (23'7" × 14'9")
A striking triple-aspect reception room, flooded with natural light and ideal for both everyday living and entertaining.

Kitchen & Dining:
A practical kitchen (4.89m × 2.35m) flows seamlessly into a formal dining room (3.86m × 3.00m), creating a sociable and functional heart to the home.

Additional Reception Areas:
A dedicated study (3.00m × 2.60m) and a substantial playroom (4.98m × 3.98m) offer excellent flexibility for home working, leisure, or multigenerational living.

Unlocking the Future: The Planning Advantage
A key differentiator of this property is the rare level of planning clarity. Approved proposals allow the internal area to expand to approximately 3,300+ sq. Ft., including:

A 3-metre rear extension with partial double-storey element

Dormer windows creating full-height, luxury first-floor suites

A double-storey, double garage to the side of the property

Permitted large single-storey outbuilding and garage enhancement

This creates a stress-free blueprint for transforming the home into a significantly larger, bespoke country residence.

Grounds & Location
Outdoor Living
A beautifully fenced inner courtyard provides a secure and private environment for children and pets, complemented by a dedicated hot-tub area for relaxation and entertaining.

Equestrian & Lifestyle Potential
The 1-acre agricultural paddock offers excellent scope for grazing, stables, or simply enjoying open space and a closer connection with nature.

Connectivity
Southminster and Burnham-on-Crouch stations are approximately a five-minute drive, with regular services to London Liverpool Street in around 1 hour 10 minutes.

Old Heath Road is one of the Dengies most lionized locations; a hidden gem tucked between Southminster and Burnham-on-Crouch! The convenient location to both key Town's give the property a wealth of amenity options on it's doorstep. Both locations are accessible in a 5 minute drive, or via public footpaths. As well as a variety of shops, restaurants, and public houses both areas also offer train stations with links into London Liverpool Street, and an excellent choice of Secondary and Primary schools.