£695,000
(£290/sq. ft)
4 bed detached house for saleMell Road, Tollesbury, Maldon CM9
4 beds
3 baths
3 receptions
2,399 sq. ft
EPC Rating: D
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About this property
2399 Sqft Over Three Levels
Four Double Bedroom Detached Waterside Village Home
Three Bathrooms, Three Reception Rooms
Impressive Partially Vaulted Open Plan Kitchen/Dining Room
Attic Room - Office/Hobbies Room/Den
Landscaped South West Facing Rear Garden
0.2 Acre Plot Backing Onto Open Fields
Private Driveway For Multiple Vehicles And Integral Garage
Potential Lucrative Income From Airbnb
Within 12 Miles Of A Mainline Station With Direct Access To Liverpool Street.
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Looking to be part of a friendly and thriving community where the pace of life is more relaxed, away from the hustle and bustle of working life? Then look no further as this incredible home can help provide that exact lifestyle. A landmark individual home that stands prominent from neighbouring homes and offers high quality, style and generous accommodation
For anyone who also enjoys sailing and watersports then this could be the perfect match.
Origins & Historical Context of the Old Police House
Although no publicly available source provides a full historical timeline of its police use, it once served as Tollesbury’s local police residence or station. Tollesbury historically had small local police houses rather than full stations. These were typically residential properties where village constables lived and worked.
The house was purchased by the previous owners in 2005 as the original Police House, which had remained the same since it was built in 1954. A ‘house’ which was a home and where locals would come to discuss concerns with the local ‘bobby’ or report incidents.
Summary
Accommodation includes four double bedrooms, one en-suite, ground floor shower room and family bathroom. Reception rooms include study or playroom, sitting room, 30 foot part vaulted kitchen/diner, utility and boot room. The expansive fully heated loft room has been used as a hobby room, study and even the occasional bedroom. There is also a useful integrated garage.
With a landscaped 70ft south-west facing rear garden with views across open fields, more than enough for those growing family and summer entertaining with friends and family. The block paved driveway provides ample off street parking, even room for a small boat.
Location
Tranquil village life but still convenient for commuters, schooling and everyday needs.
Located approximately 9 miles to the northeast of Maldon and 12 miles south of Colchester, with an variety of supermarkets, national and boutique retail outlets, situated on the north bank of the Blackwater Estuary. For commuters, Witham and Kelvedon Station provide direct links to London Liverpool Street, approximately 12 and 10 miles respectively
Waterfront Village Life
Tollesbury is a famous historic fishing and farming village dating back to the Domesday book, known as the “village of the plough and sail”. Continuing to have a mix of farming and maritime activities - including sailing, boat building and a thriving oyster industry,
Grown from its humble roots to a vibrant and complementary community of farmers, sailing enthusiasts, doctors, teachers, accountants, artists, engineers, city commuters and lifelong villagers all calling Tollesbury their home. The village buzzes with creativity and camaraderie-yet retains the comforting hush of a close-knit community where few ever dream of moving away. Here, the pace is relaxed and unhurried. A village with a mix of all ages and family sizes.
Tollesbury regatta-style events, primarily hosted by the Tollesbury Sailing Club, include a range of on-water and social activities. Key events include the annual Beer Festival (September), pre-season shakedown sails, and the Woodup Pool community fundraiser featuring a raft race, paddle boarding, and live music.
The village hall hosts a variety of activities for all age groups including a local amateur dramatic group.
Tollesbury is a village where you can be totally aloof and keep to yourself or enjoy being part of the community where you’ll welcome a half hour chat with interesting friendly locals whilst walking the dog or picking up a pint of milk.
The Old Police House is only a short walk to the hub of the village, waterfront and marina.
Our vendors have thoroughly enjoyed the convenience and village life that Tollesbury offers. A warm, friendly and diverse community with activities for all ages, and will leave their home looking back with happy memories.
Tollesbury facilities include a respected primary school, doctors, village hall, public houses, petrol station and garage, butchers, art gallery, hairdressers and a post office/convenience store. Fred’s Store - a short walk from the house offers a variety of home goods and grocery items.
Accommodation
This home has been maintained to show home condition by our current vendors having been originally transformed in 2005 with a number of extensions and alterations. A superb high quality, light filled home that provides generous and flexible accommodation.
On arriving, initial impressions let you know that this is going to be a ‘grand design’ home. Set back from the road with ample off street parking for multiple vehicles, and even a small boat. On entering you immediately appreciate the high quality modern finish and light filled rooms.
Ground Floor
To the front left is the home study, that would also be perfect as a childrens playroom. To the rear is a generous sitting room that is flooded with light from the bi-folding glazed doors that in the summer ‘brings the outside in’. The addition of a log burner is a welcoming feature after long dog walks or treks down to the sea wall, perhaps as far as the village of Goldhanger and back. Great for those cozy winter nights.
Back into the hall you enter into the cavernous kitchen/diner, a wonderful open plan area with a high-end kitchen, range cooker, integrated appliances, a beautiful vaulted glass ceiling, and, complemented by another set of bi-folding doors flooding the space with natural light. Perfect in the summer months when entertaining friends and family at bbqs and al-fresco dining.
To the right of this area is the inner hall, leading to utility, boot room and downstairs shower room. Stairs lead up to the first floor double bedroom, with dual aspect windows with views to the front and rear. Perfect area for a growing teenager or as guest accommodation. With separate external access it has also provided a lucrative Air B&B, much needed accommodation for visitors to the village, especially in the summer and key sailing events. If needed, and subject to planning, there is also the potential to convert the integral garage into a living space, increasing the level of independent living.
A door from the inner hall leads to the generous garage that has power and light connected, also with access via an electric roller door from the driveway. This completes the ground floor.
First Floor
Ascending the stairs to the first floor of the home a large window to the rear gives further natural light and far reaching views across open fields. There are three double bedrooms on this floor, with an en-suite shower room to one of the rooms and a well-appointed family bathroom serving the other rooms.
From the landing, via a ladder, you can access the floored and heated loft room that, with the addition of a staircase, could create a substantial fifth bedroom or home office. The previous owner used this as his architect's office. Perhaps ideal for a teenager's 'den'.
Externally
The front garden is laid mainly to lawn with dual side access gates giving pedestrian access to the rear garden. The rear south-west facing garden has a large paved patio seating area overlooking the main garden that is beautifully landscaped to lawn with flower and shrub borders. Furthermore, there are two storage sheds, one behind the oil tank, and the other substantial storage building behind a rendered wall.
With views across open fields the garden space is further enhanced and adequate for a variety of family sizes.
What's Nearby
Located 9 miles to the northeast of Maldon situated on the north bank of the Blackwater Estuary. The scenic Tollesbury Marina, which is a family friendly marina, offers ample leisure facilities, with marina berthing, a restaurant, a swimming pool, and tennis courts. Within the area there are moorings for boats at Woodrolfe Creek and Old Hall Creek which also have traditional wooden buildings.
There are various shopping facilities including a local butchers, hairdressers. Post office and convenience store, public house, a doctors surgery, along with primary school.
On your doorstep are various cycle rides and walks along the path of the sea wall to nearby Goldhanger and Saltcott.
At the marina is Harbour View restaurant and take-away - summer days sitting outside with views across the marina and Blackwater beyond. Great place to meet up with old friends or Sunday family gathering and relax without worrying who’s cooking the roast!
Within Easy Reach
A short drive to Maldon, famous for its historic Hythe, which is the home to many of the remaining Thames barges, and the district offers visitors a wide range of places to visit and activities to enjoy. Being one of the oldest recorded towns in Essex, a walk up the High Street to the crest of the town reveals many buildings whose brick facades conceal medieval timber frames. Maldon town offers a variety of shops and restaurants and public houses.
Colchester City centre is the nearest major shopping centre with a variety of national and boutique retail outlets, large selection of eateries, theatre, two cinemas, leisure centre and all major services and amenities.
For commuters, Kelvedon and Witham train stations are within 12 miles with direct links to London`s Liverpool Street with an approximate journey time of 45-50 minutes at peak times. The A12 trunk road north and south is an approximate 10 mile drive.
The City of Chelmsford is 20 miles and Colchester is approximately 12 miles away.
Property Information
Local Authority - Maldon District Council
Council Tax - Band D, approximately £2233 pa
Services - Mains electric, water and drainage, oil fired central heating
Internet - 900 Mbps subject to subscription
Schools
Priority admission is to Tollesbury Primary School and The Plume Academy, Maldon.
Alternative schools, subject to county council placement, include Tolleshunt d’Arcy Primary and Thurstable Secondary School in Tiptree.
There is a school bus direct to The Plume.
There is also a public bus service to Colchester that gives access to Colchester Sixth Form, Colchester Institute and all Lexden Schools.
Looking to be part of a friendly and thriving community where the pace of life is more relaxed, away from the hustle and bustle of working life? Then look no further as this incredible home can help provide that exact lifestyle. A landmark individual home that stands prominent from neighbouring homes and offers high quality, style and generous accommodation
For anyone who also enjoys sailing and watersports then this could be the perfect match.
Origins & Historical Context of the Old Police House
Although no publicly available source provides a full historical timeline of its police use, it once served as Tollesbury’s local police residence or station. Tollesbury historically had small local police houses rather than full stations. These were typically residential properties where village constables lived and worked.
The house was purchased by the previous owners in 2005 as the original Police House, which had remained the same since it was built in 1954. A ‘house’ which was a home and where locals would come to discuss concerns with the local ‘bobby’ or report incidents.
Summary
Accommodation includes four double bedrooms, one en-suite, ground floor shower room and family bathroom. Reception rooms include study or playroom, sitting room, 30 foot part vaulted kitchen/diner, utility and boot room. The expansive fully heated loft room has been used as a hobby room, study and even the occasional bedroom. There is also a useful integrated garage.
With a landscaped 70ft south-west facing rear garden with views across open fields, more than enough for those growing family and summer entertaining with friends and family. The block paved driveway provides ample off street parking, even room for a small boat.
Location
Tranquil village life but still convenient for commuters, schooling and everyday needs.
Located approximately 9 miles to the northeast of Maldon and 12 miles south of Colchester, with an variety of supermarkets, national and boutique retail outlets, situated on the north bank of the Blackwater Estuary. For commuters, Witham and Kelvedon Station provide direct links to London Liverpool Street, approximately 12 and 10 miles respectively
Waterfront Village Life
Tollesbury is a famous historic fishing and farming village dating back to the Domesday book, known as the “village of the plough and sail”. Continuing to have a mix of farming and maritime activities - including sailing, boat building and a thriving oyster industry,
Grown from its humble roots to a vibrant and complementary community of farmers, sailing enthusiasts, doctors, teachers, accountants, artists, engineers, city commuters and lifelong villagers all calling Tollesbury their home. The village buzzes with creativity and camaraderie-yet retains the comforting hush of a close-knit community where few ever dream of moving away. Here, the pace is relaxed and unhurried. A village with a mix of all ages and family sizes.
Tollesbury regatta-style events, primarily hosted by the Tollesbury Sailing Club, include a range of on-water and social activities. Key events include the annual Beer Festival (September), pre-season shakedown sails, and the Woodup Pool community fundraiser featuring a raft race, paddle boarding, and live music.
The village hall hosts a variety of activities for all age groups including a local amateur dramatic group.
Tollesbury is a village where you can be totally aloof and keep to yourself or enjoy being part of the community where you’ll welcome a half hour chat with interesting friendly locals whilst walking the dog or picking up a pint of milk.
The Old Police House is only a short walk to the hub of the village, waterfront and marina.
Our vendors have thoroughly enjoyed the convenience and village life that Tollesbury offers. A warm, friendly and diverse community with activities for all ages, and will leave their home looking back with happy memories.
Tollesbury facilities include a respected primary school, doctors, village hall, public houses, petrol station and garage, butchers, art gallery, hairdressers and a post office/convenience store. Fred’s Store - a short walk from the house offers a variety of home goods and grocery items.
Accommodation
This home has been maintained to show home condition by our current vendors having been originally transformed in 2005 with a number of extensions and alterations. A superb high quality, light filled home that provides generous and flexible accommodation.
On arriving, initial impressions let you know that this is going to be a ‘grand design’ home. Set back from the road with ample off street parking for multiple vehicles, and even a small boat. On entering you immediately appreciate the high quality modern finish and light filled rooms.
Ground Floor
To the front left is the home study, that would also be perfect as a childrens playroom. To the rear is a generous sitting room that is flooded with light from the bi-folding glazed doors that in the summer ‘brings the outside in’. The addition of a log burner is a welcoming feature after long dog walks or treks down to the sea wall, perhaps as far as the village of Goldhanger and back. Great for those cozy winter nights.
Back into the hall you enter into the cavernous kitchen/diner, a wonderful open plan area with a high-end kitchen, range cooker, integrated appliances, a beautiful vaulted glass ceiling, and, complemented by another set of bi-folding doors flooding the space with natural light. Perfect in the summer months when entertaining friends and family at bbqs and al-fresco dining.
To the right of this area is the inner hall, leading to utility, boot room and downstairs shower room. Stairs lead up to the first floor double bedroom, with dual aspect windows with views to the front and rear. Perfect area for a growing teenager or as guest accommodation. With separate external access it has also provided a lucrative Air B&B, much needed accommodation for visitors to the village, especially in the summer and key sailing events. If needed, and subject to planning, there is also the potential to convert the integral garage into a living space, increasing the level of independent living.
A door from the inner hall leads to the generous garage that has power and light connected, also with access via an electric roller door from the driveway. This completes the ground floor.
First Floor
Ascending the stairs to the first floor of the home a large window to the rear gives further natural light and far reaching views across open fields. There are three double bedrooms on this floor, with an en-suite shower room to one of the rooms and a well-appointed family bathroom serving the other rooms.
From the landing, via a ladder, you can access the floored and heated loft room that, with the addition of a staircase, could create a substantial fifth bedroom or home office. The previous owner used this as his architect's office. Perhaps ideal for a teenager's 'den'.
Externally
The front garden is laid mainly to lawn with dual side access gates giving pedestrian access to the rear garden. The rear south-west facing garden has a large paved patio seating area overlooking the main garden that is beautifully landscaped to lawn with flower and shrub borders. Furthermore, there are two storage sheds, one behind the oil tank, and the other substantial storage building behind a rendered wall.
With views across open fields the garden space is further enhanced and adequate for a variety of family sizes.
What's Nearby
Located 9 miles to the northeast of Maldon situated on the north bank of the Blackwater Estuary. The scenic Tollesbury Marina, which is a family friendly marina, offers ample leisure facilities, with marina berthing, a restaurant, a swimming pool, and tennis courts. Within the area there are moorings for boats at Woodrolfe Creek and Old Hall Creek which also have traditional wooden buildings.
There are various shopping facilities including a local butchers, hairdressers. Post office and convenience store, public house, a doctors surgery, along with primary school.
On your doorstep are various cycle rides and walks along the path of the sea wall to nearby Goldhanger and Saltcott.
At the marina is Harbour View restaurant and take-away - summer days sitting outside with views across the marina and Blackwater beyond. Great place to meet up with old friends or Sunday family gathering and relax without worrying who’s cooking the roast!
Within Easy Reach
A short drive to Maldon, famous for its historic Hythe, which is the home to many of the remaining Thames barges, and the district offers visitors a wide range of places to visit and activities to enjoy. Being one of the oldest recorded towns in Essex, a walk up the High Street to the crest of the town reveals many buildings whose brick facades conceal medieval timber frames. Maldon town offers a variety of shops and restaurants and public houses.
Colchester City centre is the nearest major shopping centre with a variety of national and boutique retail outlets, large selection of eateries, theatre, two cinemas, leisure centre and all major services and amenities.
For commuters, Kelvedon and Witham train stations are within 12 miles with direct links to London`s Liverpool Street with an approximate journey time of 45-50 minutes at peak times. The A12 trunk road north and south is an approximate 10 mile drive.
The City of Chelmsford is 20 miles and Colchester is approximately 12 miles away.
Property Information
Local Authority - Maldon District Council
Council Tax - Band D, approximately £2233 pa
Services - Mains electric, water and drainage, oil fired central heating
Internet - 900 Mbps subject to subscription
Schools
Priority admission is to Tollesbury Primary School and The Plume Academy, Maldon.
Alternative schools, subject to county council placement, include Tolleshunt d’Arcy Primary and Thurstable Secondary School in Tiptree.
There is a school bus direct to The Plume.
There is also a public bus service to Colchester that gives access to Colchester Sixth Form, Colchester Institute and all Lexden Schools.
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