Located on Burnham Road in the delightful village of Latchingdon, Sunmead is an exclusive collection of 25 elegant new homes. The beautifully designed homes are inspired by local architectural styles and sit in close proximity to the stunning local countryside.
With a selection of two, three, and four bedroom houses and two and three bedroom bungalows, each built and finished to a high standard, you’re sure to find the home that you’ve been hoping for. Your new home will also have its own private garden, dedicated parking, a charging point for electric vehicles, and a superb location, with coast, countryside, and a friendly community on hand.
Whether you’re looking for your first home, somewhere with more space for a growing family, or a single storey home and a more relaxed lifestyle, you’ll find everything you need at Sunmead.
Living on the Dengie Peninsula in the heart of Essex means having the best of country and coast on hand, with the thriving city of Chelmsford and local towns of Maldon and South Woodham Ferrers a short journey away.
There’s a small, sandy beach on the River Crouch at Burnham’s Riverside Park, less than 15 minutes’ drive away, but travel a little further afield to discover delightful resorts. Southend-on-Sea, with seven miles of coastline and seaside attractions, is only 20 miles away.
On the south facing slopes of Crouch Vale, you’ll discover Clayhill Vineyard, where you can stock up on excellent quality local wine and relax in the cafe over coffee and cake.
Set against this scenic, rural backdrop, Latchingdon provides everything you’ll need day-to-day, including convenience stores, a Post Office, tea rooms, and a popular local pub.
For your weekly shop or just some retail therapy, the maritime town of Maldon is within easy reach. Plus, the lively city of Chelmsford with its shops and markets, theatre and cinemas, museums, galleries, and festival is just 12 miles away.
Work out or take a class at The Old Ironworks Gym, bowl at The Jacks Centre or practice your swing at Burnham Golf Club – there’s always plenty to do and see in this area.
If you love sailing, you’re in luck! Take to the water at any number of clubs, including The Royal Burnham Yacht Club, Harlow Sailing Club on the River Blackwater, or at Maylandsea Bay Sailing Club.
A short drive southwest of Latchingdon will bring you to Fambridge Lake where you can picnic, paddle, watch wildlife, or soak up the views of the River Crouch. Younger family members will love the animal adventure park at Marsh Farm, in South Woodham Ferrers.
There’s an excellent selection of schools in the area in both the public and private sectors. Latchingdon Church of England Primary School, just a short walk down Burnham Road, has been rated Good by Ofsted, as has the local secondary school, Ormiston Rivers Academy.
Private schools nearby include Maldon Court Preparatory School and Heathcote Preparatory School and Elm Green School in Danbury. There are two selective state schools in Chelmsford, King Edward VI Grammar School for Boys, and Chelmsford County High School for Girls.
Commuting links from Latchingdon are excellent. The nearest mainline railway station is in Althorne, approximately 1.5 miles away, which provides regular services to London’s Liverpool Street. The fastest service to London has a journey time of about an hour.
There are also a number of bus routes passing through Latchingdon. These include the Chelmsford to Burnham-on-Crouch service, Chelmsford to South Woodham Ferrers, Tillingham to South Woodham Ferrers, and the Maldon to Bradwell-on-Sea service. If you’re traveling further afield, there are international airports at Stansted and Southend-on-Sea.
This really is the best of both worlds: stylish contemporary rural living with great access to open country and exceptional transport links.
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