Langdon Hills, Basildon · SS16
Goldsmiths, South Hill
Guide price
A stunning period residence offering an impressive blend of character, space and versatility. The property features two elegant formal reception rooms; a galleried landing and six well proportioned bedrooms arranged over two floors. Externally, the property enjoys established formal lawns to the front, extensive garaging and a substantial area of land positioned along the rear boundary, with a generous range of outbuildings offering exciting potential for the creation of a detached annexe or home office separate from the principal garden, subject to the usual planning consents. The property is conveniently located approximately 1.7 miles from the mainline railway station, providing a journey time of around 40 minutes into London Fenchurch Street. EPC D.
DESCRIPTION
The original part of Goldsmiths can be traced back to the 1540's and being built as a medieval hall house is one of the most historic properties in the area. It was previously occupied by Sir Joseph Dimsdale, Lord May…
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A stunning period residence offering an impressive blend of character, space and versatility. The property features two elegant formal reception rooms; a galleried landing and six well proportioned bedrooms arranged over two floors. Externally, the property enjoys established formal lawns to the front, extensive garaging and a substantial area of land positioned along the rear boundary, with a generous range of outbuildings offering exciting potential for the creation of a detached annexe or home office separate from the principal garden, subject to the usual planning consents. The property is conveniently located approximately 1.7 miles from the mainline railway station, providing a journey time of around 40 minutes into London Fenchurch Street. EPC D.
DESCRIPTION
The original part of Goldsmiths can be traced back to the 1540's and being built as a medieval hall house is one of the most historic properties in the area. It was previously occupied by Sir Joseph Dimsdale, Lord Mayor of London in 1901 and MP for the City of London between 1900 and 1906. The overall plot is approximately one-third of an acre and has three formal gardens in addition to a double garage and storage areas via rear access.
The property is situated in Langdon Hills on one of the highest points in Essex with far-reaching views to the City of London and Dartford Crossing.
This beautiful six-bedroom property boasts two fabulous reception rooms, one with a fireplace that dates to the Tudor period. The kitchen/breakfast room leads onto the rear patio and garden and features a Rayburn cooker. The first floor has three bedrooms and is highlighted by an impressive galleried landing with a further staircase to the remaining bedrooms. The house also features a summerhouse that offers ample space for outdoor entertaining with potential to accommodate a detached self-contained annexe, home office or garden studio (subject to the necessary planning consents).
Enjoy the tranquility and privacy of countryside living, while still being within easy reach of local amenities and transport links. Whether you're looking for a family home with ample space or a unique property with traditional charm, this house offers the best of both worlds – a truly enchanting property.
LOCATION
The property is conveniently located for access to excellent schools, major road connections and rail services into London and the City, making it an ideal retreat without compromising on connectivity.
SERVICES
Mains water, electricity and drainage.
EPC Band D
Council Tax Band G
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0%of homes in the postcode can access 100+ Mbps broadband.
Available speed bands
- 30+ Mbps
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Getting about
1.4 milesto Laindon Rail Station
Approximate straight-line distance · DfT NaPTAN · 13 Sept 2026Background air quality
- Fine particles · PM₂.₅
- 7.5 µg/m³ · Above the WHO guideline · well within the UK legal limit
- Nitrogen dioxide · NO₂
- 10.6 µg/m³ · Above the WHO guideline · well within the UK legal limit
Annual background levels. For scale: the WHO 2021 guideline is 5 µg/m³ for PM₂.₅ and 10 for NO₂; the UK legal limit is 20 and 40. Lower is better; this is a 1 km model, not a reading at the door.
Defra · 2024 annual model · 1 km areaLocal information is approximate. Distances are straight-line estimates from the available location. Broadband describes postcode coverage, not the speed or service available at this home; check the address with a provider. Air quality is a modelled annual background estimate.
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