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Brooklands View, Tenpenny Hill, Thorrington

Land size
6 acres
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2

Key Features

  • Plot Approaching Six Acres (Subject to Land Survey)
  • Detached Converted Agricultural Storage Barn
  • Two Bedrooms
  • Two En-Suites
  • 22'9 x 13'1 Open Plan Lounge/Kitchen
  • Electric Under Floor Heating (n/t)
  • Fully Double Glazed
  • 28' x 15'7 Garage/Workshop
  • No Onward Chain
  • EPC Rating E & Council Tax TBC

Description

Located in the picturesque Essex village of Thorrington, 'Brooklands View' is situated on a plot approaching SIX ACRES (Subject to land survey). The residential dwelling comprises a DETACHED CONVERTED AGRICULTURAL STORAGE BARN which consists of an impressive open plan living space along with TWO BEDROOMS & TWO EN-SUITES. The Building also has the remainder of the Builders 10 Year Warrantee (Lloyds) which was issued in 2025.

The plot offers versatile and multitude of uses with excellent scope for development subject to obtaining relevant planning permissions. The sellers have owned the land for a number of years and are now looking for unconditional offers from prospective buyers.

The historic city of Colchester is within six miles with Alresford mainline railway station around one mile away.

An early viewing is advised to appreciate the grounds on offer.

Accommodation Comprises - The accommodation comprises approximate room sizes:

Double glazed entrance door to;

Open Plan Lounge / Kitchen - 6.93m x 3.99m (22'9 x 13'1) - Tiled flooring with underfloor heating. part vaulted ceiling with sunken spot lights. Small picture window with double glazed sliding patio doors affording views over the garden ground to the rear.
Kitchen area comprises; Antique panelled laminated fronted units with wood panel effect laminated rolled edge work surfaces with cupboards and drawers below. Range of matching wall mounted units. Inset single drainer stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap. Inset four ring ceramic hob with undercounter electric oven below and integrated extractor hood above. Integrated dishwasher and washing machine, Integrated fridge freezer. All appliances not tested. Breakfast bar. Tiled splash backs. Toiled flooring with underfloor heating Concealed wall mounted electric central heating boiler (not tested). Double glazed window to rear affording views over garden grounds. Door to Jack and Jill Shower Room (shared en-suite to Bedroom One and Inner Hallway.

Open Plan Living -

Kitchen Area View -

Inner Hallway - Loft Access with loft ladder. Doors to;

Bedroom One - 3.84m x 2.95m (12'7 x 9'8) - Wood effect flooring. Double glazed window to side. Wood effect flooring with underfloor heating. Door to Jack and Jill En-Suite.

Jack And Jill En-Suite Shower Room - Fitted with a modern suite comprising; Low level W.C. Vanity wash hand basin with cupboards below. Double shower cubicle with glazed sliding shower screen. Marble effect wall panelling. Chrome effect heated towel rail. Double glazed window to side.

Bedroom Two - 3.00m x 2.92m (9'10 x 9'7) - Wood effect flooring with under floor heating. Glazed window to rear. Door to En-Suite.

En-Suite - Fitted with a modern three piece suite comprising; Low level W.C. Vanity hand wash basin with cupboards below. Double shower cubicle with glazed shower screen. Chrome effect heated towel rail,. Marble effect wood panelling. Extractor fan (not tested).

Outside - Front - The property has an approximate 320' frontage onto the main road and is depth of plot approximately 860'. The property is accessed via double metal vehicular gates with decorative driveway columns. Driveway provides off street parking for numerous vehicles. Vehicle turnaround area. Driveway leading to Work Shop.

Entrance Gates -

Parking Area -

Work Shop - 4.75m x 8.53m (15'7 x 28') - The work shop is attached to the dwelling. Power and light connected. Tall roller door with additional pedestran access door.

Outside Grounds - The property is situated on a plot which is approaching 6 acres (subject to land survey). The ground are mainly laid to lawns with mature shrubs and trees. Old timber stable shed.

Alternate View Of Grounds -

Plot Outline - Please note this outline is for guidance purposes only.

Je 1024 - MONEY LAUNDERING, TERRORIST FINANCING AND TRANSFER OF FUNDS (INFORMATION OF THE PAYER) REGULATIONS 2017 - When agreeing a purchase, prospective purchasers will be asked to undertake Identification checks including producing photographic identification and proof of residence documentation along with source of funds information. There will be an ADMIN CHARGE of £24 inclusive of VAT for a single applicant and £36 inclusive of VAT total for multiple applicants via a third party company who undertake our Anti Money Laundering checks.

REFERRAL FEES - You will find a list of any/all referral fees we may receive on our website

Material Information (Freehold Property) - Tenure: Council Tax Band:

Any Additional Property Information: Construction for the dwelling is steel framed metal building which has been insulated and timber framed.

Services Connected: (Gas): No (Electricity): Yes (Water): Yes (Sewerage Type): Mains
(Telephone & Broadband): Yes

Non-Standard Property Features To Note:

Particular Disclaimer - These Particulars do not constitute part of an offer or contract. They should not be relied upon as a statement of fact and interested parties must verify their accuracy personally. All internal & some outside photographs are taken with a wide angle lens, therefore before arranging a viewing, room sizes should be taken into consideration.

Map Location

Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
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Date Posted
2026-06-22

Price history

DateChangePrice
10 Aug 2026Reduced 7.1% (−£50,000)£650,000
Until 10 Aug 2026Asking price£700,000

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 208 Homes with Land listings in East Anglia (5+ acres).

This Property£108,333 / acre
Homes with Land Average (5+ acres) £184,277 / acre
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Energy Performance Certificate

Energy Efficiency Rating

Very energy efficient - lower running costs
CurrentPotential
(92+)A
(81-91)B
(69-80)C
(55-68)D
(39-54)E
(21-38)F
(1-20)G
51 E
68 D

Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)

Running costs are one side. Planning activity, flood history and ground risks for this location are in the full report.

Utilities & Restrictions

Utilities

Electricity
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Water
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Heating
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Broadband
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Sewerage
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Rights & Restrictions

Public Rights of Way
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Private Rights of Way
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Restrictions
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.

Property Features

Accessibility
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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

80 Mbps

Superfast · available to 33% of premises

Suitable for

  • HD streaming
  • Video calls
  • Web & social

Fixed wireless access may also be an option here.

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

  • Alresford Primary School1 mileNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    216
    Type
    Community school
  • Great Bentley Primary School1.9 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    5 to 11
    Pupils
    258
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Brightlingsea Primary School and Nursery2.2 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    653
    Type
    Community school
  • Millfields Primary School2.4 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    217
    Type
    Foundation school
  • Elmstead Primary School3.1 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    211
    Type
    Academy converter

Secondary

  • Colne Community School1.7 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    1,289
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Colchester Academy4.9 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    879
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • The Thomas Lord Audley School5.3 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    940
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Lift Clacton6 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 19
    Pupils
    1,466
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Colchester Royal Grammar School6.5 milesOfsted report card · Apr 2026
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,073
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Christian
    Gender
    Boys

* 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

Spar - Alresford, Alresford1.1 miles
Co-op Petrol Brightlingsea, Brightlingsea1.5 miles
Sainsbury's Samsons Road, Brightlingsea1.6 miles

GP surgery

Great Bentley Surgery1.9 miles

Pharmacy

The Green Pharmacy1.9 miles

Hospital

Clacton And District Hospital6.8 miles

Green space

Public Park Or Garden0.6 miles

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

The area stacks up? Now check the location itself: planning nearby, protected designations and past flooding.

Getting Around

Nearest station

Alresford (Essex) Rail Station1.2 miles

Nearest bus stop

Tenpenny Bridge249 metres

Typical drive times

Wivenhoe7 min · 3.6 miles
Brightlingsea6 min · 3 miles
Clacton-on-Sea15 min · 8 miles
Colchester (city)14 min · 7.4 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 10 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.

Important notice: Information, maps and tags on this page are drawn from the advertising agent's marketing materials or generated automatically. LandSale has not verified them. Relying on these details is at your own risk, always carry out independent checks before committing to a purchase.

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