Manningtree Building Plot Essex

Description: Plot in an outstanding setting at the end of a small lane and in an elevated setting surrounded on all sides by countryside. There are stunning views over the Stour Estuary and ancient woodland of East and West Grove.

Plot size: Approximately 0.68 acres

Planning permission: The proposed new dwelling would sit a little lower than the existing cottage with uninterrupted views over the river and countryside. The construction would be of brick base, steel frame and block with western red cedar cladding under part slate and copper roofs incorporating solar panels. The proposed new house has been designed to have a minimal impact on both the landscape and the environment with the building designed to be partially set into the ground. The total gross internal floor area of the proposed house is 156m2 (1679.2 ft2)

Services: Not stated

Location: Set just outside the small village of Wrabness on the southern banks of the Stour it has fine views over the water to Suffolk and is surrounded by an area of outstanding natural beauty. Wrabness station is about 5 minutes walk and offers main line services directly to London's Liverpool Street Station via Manningtree. Positioned roughly half way between Harwich and Manningtree which between them offer a wide range of educational, shopping and recreational facilities with Harwich also having regular ferry services to the continent. It is about 4 miles from the main A120 which provides a direct link to the dual carriageway networks and easy access to the historic Roman town Colchester which is reputed to be the oldest town in Britain and offers a comprehensive range of facilities