Fingringhoe, Colchester · CO5

South Green Farmhouse, South Green Road

£850,000 ↓ 5.6% For saleFreehold

Asking price · Originally listed at £900,000

Agent's summary

A period farmhouse set along a quiet country lane in the heart of Fingringhoe, enjoying breathtaking far-reaching views across marshland and open countryside towards Mersea Island and Brightlingsea, offering beautifully extended accommodation, timeless character and an idyllic lifestyle setting.

Beds5
Baths3
Receptions3
TypeHouse
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From Jackson-Stops Sales & Lettings

The home, in the agent’s words

  • No chain
  • Five bedroom farm house
  • Three reception rooms
  • Kitchen with pantry and utility room
  • Three bathrooms
  • Mature garden
  • Detached double garage
  • Far reaching views
  • 2580 sqft
  • 0.42 Acre
Read the full agent description

Tucked away along a quiet country lane in the highly sought after village of Fingringhoe, South Green Farmhouse enjoys an exceptional setting with panoramic views - combining privacy and tranquillity with the charm of village life, the property offers a wonderful balance of character, space and relaxed country living.

Accommodation

Ground floor

A charming storm porch opens into a welcoming entrance hall, immediately reflecting the warmth and character found throughout the property. At the heart of the home, the kitchen is perfectly situated, complete with a pantry and adjoining utility room. The generous L-shaped sitting room provides an inviting space to gather with family and friends, while enjoying uninterrupted countryside views through large windows filled with natural light.

In addition to the main living areas, there is a peaceful study ideal for home working, alongside a further versatile reception room currently used as a creative studio, offering flexibility for a variety of lifestyles whether artistic, professional or wellness focused.

First floor

The farmhouse has evolved into a substantial family home with five bedrooms and three bathrooms, thoughtfully arranged to make the most of the breathtaking outlook from almost every aspect. Whether watching the changing colours across the marshes or enjoying spectacular sunsets from the comfort of home, the connection to the surrounding landscape is ever present.

What's Nearby

Fingringhoe is well known for its picturesque surroundings, welcoming community atmosphere and proximity to the renowned Fingringhoe Wick Nature Discovery Park, making it one of Essex’s most desirable village settings for those seeking an idyllic countryside lifestyle whilst remaining within easy reach of Colchester and the nearby coastline.

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A feel for the area

Connected for everyday life

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Ofcom · Jan 2026 · postcode CO5 7DP · residential premises

Getting about

1.7 miles

to Wivenhoe Rail Station

Approximate straight-line distance · DfT NaPTAN · 13 Sept 2026

Background air quality

Fine particles · PM₂.₅
6.6 µg/m³ · Above the WHO guideline · well within the UK legal limit
Nitrogen dioxide · NO₂
6.4 µg/m³ · Meets the WHO guideline

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 area

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