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£1,395,000

Thorndon Park, Herongate, CM13

Land size: 2 acres
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1

Key Features

Charming two-bedroom bungalow in prestigious Thorndon Park
Set within approximately two acres of established grounds
Impressive equestrian facilities including multiple stables
Spacious living room with access to a bright conservatory
Well-appointed kitchen/dining room with separate utility
Two generous double bedrooms with dressing room to principal
Family bathroom and additional cloakroom
Detached double garage and extensive outbuildings
Semi-rural setting close to Brentwood amenities and transport links
Excellent local schooling and easy access to Thorndon Country Park

Description

Welcoming to the market, this charming and characterful two-bedroom bungalow, enviably positioned within the heart of the prestigious Thorndon Park, set within approximately two acres of beautifully established grounds and complemented by an impressive range of equestrian facilities. A welcoming porch leads into a spacious central entrance hall, creating a strong sense of arrival and providing access to the principal accommodation. The living room is elegantly proportioned, offering a refined yet comfortable setting, with direct access into a delightful conservatory that enjoys tranquil views across the gardens and grounds. The kitchen/dining room is thoughtfully arranged to provide both practicality and a sociable environment, further enhanced by a separate utility room and a well-appointed cloakroom. The property offers two generous double bedrooms, with the principal suite benefitting from a dedicated dressing room, while a well-equipped family bathroom serves the accommodation. Externally, the property is particularly distinguished, boasting an extensive collection of outbuildings including multiple stables, a substantial garden store, and a detached double garage. The grounds, extending to approximately two acres, offer a high degree of privacy and seclusion, presenting an opportunity for equestrian use or further enhancement, subject to the usual consents. This exceptional home represents a rare opportunity to acquire a residence of both charm and versatility within one of the area’s most sought-after and picturesque settings.

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Map Location

Property details

Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band: G
Date Posted: 2026-04-11

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 52 Equestrian listings in East Anglia (1+ acres).

This Property£697,500 / acre

Equestrian Average (1+ acres) £140,528 / acre

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Utilities & Restrictions

Utilities

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Rights & Restrictions

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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.

Property Features

Accessibility: Ask Agent
Parking: Parking Available
Garden: Garden

Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.

Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

28 Mbps

Standard (10-30 Mbps)

Suitable for

Web & social
Music streaming
Standard video calls

Mobile signal

OutdoorsIndoorsEE Limited NoneO2 Limited NoneThree Good NoneVodafone Limited None

Predicted 4G and 5G signal; indoor signal depends on building materials.

Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.

Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.

Nearest Schools

Primary

Ingrave Johnstone Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School1 mileNo Ofsted rating
Ages
4 to 11
Pupils
210
Type
Voluntary aided school
Faith
Church of England
Warley Primary School1 mileNo Ofsted rating
Ages
4 to 11
Pupils
426
Type
Community school
Hogarth Primary School1.4 milesOfsted: Good *
Ages
4 to 11
Pupils
211
Type
Academy converter
Holly Trees Primary School1.6 milesNo Ofsted rating
Ages
4 to 11
Pupils
417
Type
Community school
West Horndon Primary School2 milesOfsted: Good
Ages
4 to 11
Pupils
180
Type
Community school

Secondary

Brentwood County High School1.4 milesOfsted report card · Mar 2026
Ages
11 to 18
Pupils
1,097
Type
Academy sponsor led
Brentwood Ursuline Convent High School1.6 milesOfsted: Good
Ages
11 to 18
Pupils
991
Type
Academy converter
Faith
Roman Catholic
Gender
Girls
St Martin's School Brentwood2 milesOfsted: Good *
Ages
11 to 18
Pupils
1,794
Type
Academy converter
Becket Keys Church of England Free School2.2 milesOfsted: Outstanding *
Ages
11 to 19
Pupils
1,152
Type
Free schools
Faith
Church of England
Shenfield High School2.9 milesNo Ofsted rating
Ages
11 to 18
Pupils
1,528
Type
Academy converter

* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.

Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.

Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.

Amenities

Supermarket

M&S Ingrave BP, Herongate1.1 miles

Little Waitrose Shell Brentwood, Brentwood1.2 miles

Tesco Warley Hill Express, Brentwood1.3 miles

GP surgery

Beechwood Surgery1.5 miles

Pharmacy

Ingrave Pharmacy1.1 miles

Hospital

Bupa Hartswood Hospital1.2 miles

Green space

Public Park Or Garden0 metres

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

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Getting Around

Nearest station

Brentwood Rail Station1.5 miles

Nearest bus stop

The Avenue0.9 miles

Typical drive times

Basildon12 min · 8.7 miles

Wickford18 min · 12 miles

Brentwood5 min · 2 miles

Billericay14 min · 7.3 miles

Chelmsford (city)24 min · 14 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.

Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.

Flood Risk

Environment Agency open data, checked around the advertised map pin for the listed acreage. Long-term risk counts flood defences; the planning map's flood zones do not. Provided by LandSale, not the listing agent, and not part of the agent's particulars. Risk varies across a holding, so verify before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Very low risk

Planning map: Flood Zone 1.

Surface water

Medium to low risk (1 in 100 to 1 in 1000)

Not at the pin: mapped about 40 metres away.

These bandings are the summary. Where this location sits on the flood maps, plus planning activity, heritage and ground risks, is in the full report.

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Beresfords, Country and Village

10 Springfield Lyons Approach Springfield Chelmsford CM2 5LB

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