Great Dunmow · CM6
The Close, Great Dunmow
Fisher Estates Are pleased to offer for rent this distinctive three-bedroom Grade 2 home listed set within a historic former workhouse conversion in Great Dunmow, combining character, provenance and modern living—tucked away in a peaceful cul-de-sac and linked to a renovation project associated with TV builder Tommy Walsh.
The home, in the agent’s words
- Three Bedrooms
- Large Lounge /Diner
- Peaceful cul-de-sac position in Great Dunmow
- Private garden providing a secluded outdoor space
- Light-filled interiors with practical living layout
- Characterful setting within a period conversion development
- Period feature fireplaces
- Attractive option for buyers seeking something unique and individual
- Blend of historic architecture and modern-day living
- Parking for 2 cars
Read the full agent description
Set within an architecturally significant former workhouse dating back to circa 1838–1840, this unique impressive three-bedroom home, previously the boys School House, offers a rare opportunity to rent a property rich in history while enjoying the comforts of modern living.
Externally, the courtyard garden offers a tranquil space to relax and unwind, as well as being low maintenance, complementing the calm and community-focused setting of The Close.
Offering three well-proportioned bedrooms, the property provides versatile accommodation to suit a range of buyers, whether for family living, welcoming guests, down-sizing, or creating a dedicated home office.
The property was also the subject of a renovation project carried out by TV builder Tommy Walsh, best known for Ground Force, adding further interest and appeal.
In more Detail:
- Large welcoming hallway with custom fitted cupboards for shoes and coats
- Three Bedrooms, all with custom fitted wardrobes, two with original fireplaces
- Large Lounge/diner with character fireplace and spiral staircase to the third bedroom/office
- A spacious Kitchen with island and door to the garden
- Bathroom with separate walk in shower
Located in the highly regarded market town of Great Dunmow, the home benefits from convenient access to local amenities, schooling and transport links, including routes towards Stansted Airport.
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Connected for everyday life
94%of homes in the postcode can access 100+ Mbps broadband.
Available speed bands
- 30+ Mbps
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- 300+ Mbps
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- 1,000+ Mbps
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Getting about
5 milesto Stansted Airport Rail Station
Approximate straight-line distance · DfT NaPTAN · 13 Sept 2026Background air quality
- Fine particles · PM₂.₅
- 6.9 µg/m³ · Above the WHO guideline · well within the UK legal limit
- Nitrogen dioxide · NO₂
- 7.2 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 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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