Peldon Road, Little Wigborough
- Land size
- 8 acres
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 2
Key Features
- Four Double Bedroom Grade Two Listed Cotage
- 2030 Square Feet set on Eight Acre Plot
- Three Reception Rooms
- Stables and Equestrian Facilities
- Stunning Rural Views
- Period Features Throughout
- External Buildings Include - Office and Games Room
- Ensuite to Principal Bedroom
- Extensive Driveway - Off Road Parking For Multiple Vehicles
- Triple Garage
Description
Guide Price £1,100,000 - £1,150,000
Elmdale is a truly distinctive country residence, set within approximately eight acres of beautifully maintained grounds which include tractor shed, stables with solar panels fitted, and summer house in the sought-after village of Little Wigborough. This Grade II listed home, dating back to the 18th century, effortlessly combines historic charm with carefully considered modern comforts, creating a property of both character and practicality.
From the moment you enter, the home reveals a wealth of original period features, including exposed timber beams and traditional fireplaces, all contributing to a warm and inviting atmosphere. The generous lounge serves as a focal point of the house, centred around an impressive fireplace that provides a cosy yet elegant setting for everyday living and entertaining. A separate dining room offers a more formal space, ideal for hosting guests, while a dedicated study area provides a flexible area suited to home working or quiet relaxation.
The kitchen forms the heart of the home, thoughtfully designed to balance rustic charm with everyday functionality. Featuring classic-style cabinetry and a spacious walk-in pantry, it provides ample storage and preparation space. Stable doors open directly onto the grounds, creating a seamless connection between indoors and outdoors, while allowing natural light and fresh air to enhance the space.
Upstairs, the property offers four well-proportioned double bedrooms, each enjoying attractive views over the surrounding gardens and countryside. The principal bedroom benefits from fitted wardrobes and a private ensuite bathroom, creating a peaceful and secluded retreat. A further bedroom also includes fitted storage, while the remaining rooms offer versatility for family living, guest accommodation, or additional workspace.
Overall, Elmdale presents a rare opportunity to acquire a home of genuine historic significance, set within idyllic surroundings, yet thoughtfully adapted for modern living
Externally, the grounds extend to around eight acres, offering a mixture of open land and established surroundings ideal for a variety of lifestyle uses. A range of outbuildings further enhances the appeal of the property. One has been thoughtfully converted to provide a games room and larder, ideal for entertaining and additional storage with excellent potential for conversion into a self-contained annexe, subject to the necessary permissions. Another substantial outbuilding serves as a fully equipped office space, complete with hard-wired internet, a log burner, and direct access to a garage, making it perfectly suited for remote working or running a business from home.
Equestrian or hobby farming interests are well catered for with the inclusion of stables, which are fitted with solar panels connected to the house, contributing to improved energy efficiency and reduced running costs. Additional solar panels further support the property's sustainability credentials.
This remarkable home offers a unique opportunity to acquire a piece of history in a tranquil rural setting, while still benefiting from versatile living spaces, modern conveniences, and extensive outdoor amenities
Map Location
Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- E
- Date Posted
- 2026-07-03
Price history
| Date | Change | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6 Aug 2026 | Reduced 6.4% (−£75,000) | £1,100,000 |
| Until 6 Aug 2026 | Asking price | £1,175,000 |
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 208 Homes with Land listings in East Anglia (5+ acres).
Energy Performance Certificate
Energy Efficiency Rating
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
- Mains
- Water
- Mains
- Heating
- Oil Heating
- Broadband
- Fibre (FTTC)
- Sewerage
- Septic Tank / Private
Rights & Restrictions
- Public Rights of Way
- Ask Agent
- Private Rights of Way
- Ask Agent
- Listed Property
- Yes
- Restrictions
- Yes
Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
- Accessibility
- Ask Agent
- Parking
- Covered Parking
- 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
1 Gbps
Gigabit full fibre
Suitable for
- 4K streaming on every screen
- Full-time home working
- Online gaming & big downloads
Mobile signal
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
- Langenhoe Community Primary School2.4 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 104
- Type
- Academy converter
- Layer-de-la-Haye Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School2.8 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 5 to 11
- Pupils
- 203
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Mersea Island School2.8 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 394
- Type
- Foundation school
- Birch Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School3.5 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 5 to 11
- Pupils
- 124
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Tollesbury School3.6 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 169
- Type
- Community school
Secondary
- The Thomas Lord Audley School4.6 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 940
- Type
- Academy converter
- Paxman Academy4.6 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 873
- Type
- Free schools
- Philip Morant School and College5.2 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,888
- Type
- Academy converter
- Thurstable School5.3 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 932
- Type
- Academy converter
- Colchester County High School for Girls5.5 milesOfsted: Outstanding
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,198
- Type
- Academy converter
- Gender
- Girls
* 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
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
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
Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
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
Planning map: Flood Zone 3, about 30 metres away.
Surface water
Not at the pin: mapped about 30 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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34a Barfield Road, West Mersea, CO5 8QT
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