Church Lane, White Roding, Dunmow, Essex, CM6

A detached period cottage with a partly-converted late C19 windmill, set in a lovely stretch of countryside within the village of White Roding.

Description

Mill House is a beautifully modernised three/four bedroom cottage offering exceptional accommodation with many charming period features, occupying a lovely stretch of Essex countryside in the village of White Roding.

Located to the south of the cottage is the historic, partly converted White Roding Windmill, which was originally built in 1877 and is a landmark Grade II listed building within the area. The property was granted planning permission in 2012 to be converted into annexe accommodation.

Mill House exudes character and charm. Upon entering, a central reception hall leads to the first floor accommodation, comprising three bedrooms and a family bathroom. Two of the bedrooms share an en suite shower room. On the ground floor, the spacious kitchen/dining room boasts cottage-style units, ample workspace, integrated appliances and space for a range cooker. This room features an original quarry tile floor, a log burner and direct access to the garden. It also connects to the lounge - a bright, oak-framed room with large windows offering panoramic countryside views, a red-brick fireplace and wood flooring. To the rear of the property is a utility room, a cloakroom and a versatile fourth bedroom, currently used as a home office.

The Windmill, with its distinctive yellow brick construction, weatherboarded cap and ball finial, is believed to be the last windmill built in Essex. It replaced a post mill that had stood since 1609 and was destroyed when a gale broke its main post, as the miller had left too much sail exposed. The replacement tower mill operated by wind until 1926 and by engine until 1931. It comprises a ground floor bedroom with a wet room, a first floor kitchen/breakfast area and a second floor reception room. This is an unfinished project.

Outside
The property occupies a plot of about 0.21 acres. A central driveway provides access to the front of the house and sweeps around to the windmill and the side of the plot, where a timber-framed outbuilding is located. The garden is beautifully maintained, featuring a terraced seating area, well-kept lawns and established hedging. The property also offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

Services
Mains water, electricity, LPG and drainage.

Agent's Note
Windmill planning application number UTT/12/5033/LB

Local Authority
Uttlesford District Council

Council Tax
Band = G (with improvement indicator)

Location

Mill House is located in the desirable village of White Roding, approximately 11 miles north-west of the city of Chelmsford and approximately 16 miles to the M11, serving the M25 and London.

White Roding is a largely agricultural area, with rolling countryside and steeped in rural charm. White Roding benefits from excellent road links, situated near the A1060, providing easy access to nearby towns such as Chelmsford and Bishop’s Stortford. The M11 motorway connects the village to London, Stansted Airport and Cambridge. For rail travel, the nearest stations are at Sawbridgeworth (approximately 7 miles) and Harlow Town (approximately 10 miles), both offering regular services to London Liverpool Street.

Families in White Roding have access to a range of well-regarded schools. Nearby primary schools include Rodings Primary School in Leaden Roding and Hatfield Heath Primary School. Secondary education is available in nearby Great Dunmow, with Helena Romanes School and Sixth Form. For independent education, Felsted School - a prestigious day and boarding school - is within 13 miles.

The property is surrounded by stunning Essex countryside, offering an access to walking and cycling trails. Public footpaths crisscross the area, leading through farmland, woodlands and charming nearby villages like Leaden Roding and Hatfield Broad Oak. The Essex Way - a long-distance footpath - is within easy reach and provides scenic routes through the county’s idyllic landscapes.

Brett’s Farm Shopping Village serves the local community with its farm shop, restaurant, garden centre and gift shop. Towns such as Great Dunmow, Bishop’s Stortford and Chelmsford offer supermarkets, boutiques, and leisure facilities.

Square Footage: 1,713 sq ft


Acreage: 0.21 Acres

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