Bulford Mill Lane, Cressing, Braintree, Essex, CM77 8NS

A breathtaking 19th century mill reimagined for contemporary family living, with idyllic grounds and direct rail links to London.

Description

- A masterpiece of conversion: an historic mill transformed into an expansive, highly livable, unique and characterful home

- Preserved industrial heritage: original ironwork, cogwheels, timber grained bins and historic machinery seamlesslessly integrated into the contemporary design

- Four floors of characterful living: featuring five bedrooms with 2 en-suite, elegant reception rooms including TV room with log burner and raised library overlooking the river

- Approaching 5.5 of enchanting grounds: idyllic private plot including drive, coach house, cottage gardens, ancient woodlands and wild marshlands

- River frontage: extensive direct access to the River Brain complete with private fishing rights

- Commuter convenience: a peaceful rural sanctuary with a short walking distance to Cressing station (direct to London Liverpool Street in 55 minutes

An extraordinary award-winning conversion of a historic 19th century water mill, reimagined as a truly breathtaking contemporary home, which flawlessly balances modern elegance with industrial heritage.

At around 6,500 sq ft of spectacular living space over four floors, this landmark Grade II listed property has been meticulously restored.

The conversion honours the building's romantic past by celebrating its original mechanics as striking sculptural features within a warm, deeply comfortable, and highly sympathetic contemporary home.

Interior living space Stepping inside the Mill reveals a breathtaking dialogue between historic character and a contemporary family home. Rather than hiding the building's past, the mill incorporates original machinery and timber beams to define beautiful living areas.

The reception accommodation is particularly distinctive, with generous interconnecting spaces offering considerable flexibility for entertaining and family life.

The upper ground floor includes an impressive seating area and dining area with a wonderful view of the River Brain. There is also a snug TV room with a log burner.

The first floor provides an expansive kitchen/breakfast room, distinct seating areas and a separate library/ study.

The bedroom accommodation is arranged on the second floor, where there are five bedrooms and three bathrooms including a beautiful principal bedroom suite and one other en suite bedroom.

The top floor provides a substantial music/sitting room, formerly used as a music room and now adapted as a games room. Its original grain-loading trapdoor, known as a lucum, remains as a reminder of the building’s former function.

Outside The Mill is approached via wrought-iron gates opening onto a shingle driveway, providing ample parking and access to the charming cottage-style gardens and riverside terrace. To the rear, two seating areas provide views over the mill race, creating an idyllic setting.

Beyond the formal gardens, the River Brain curves westwards through approximately 5 acres of private marshland and woodland. A natural wetland area lies between the mill channel and the original river course, where mature cricket-bat willows stand alongside alder, oak and blackthorn. The woodland floor is carpeted with seasonal wildflowers, while the varied habitats support a variety of birdlife and wildlife.

Location

Bulford Mill enjoys a picturesque setting within the attractive Brain Valley, nestled between the sought-after villages of Cressing and Black Notley, just south of Braintree. The property is surrounded by beautiful countryside, woodland and marshland, extending to approaching 5.5 acres.

A particular attraction of Bulford Mill is its access to the surrounding countryside. A number of nearby public footpaths and bridleways weave through the picturesque Brain Valley, offering wonderful opportunities for walking, running and horse riding.

The nearby market town of Braintree offers an excellent range of shopping, recreational and educational facilities, including the popular Braintree Village shopping outlet. More comprehensive amenities can be found in Chelmsford and Witham.

Families are particularly well served by a choice of highly regarded schools, including the renowned Felsted School, New Hall School near Chelmsford, and a selection of excellent grammar schools in Chelmsford and Colchester.

For commuters, Cressing Station is just 0.25 miles away, providing regular services to London Liverpool Street via Witham in approximately 56 minutes. The A120 at Braintree is around 4 miles away, whilst the A12 can be accessed at Witham, approximately 5.8 miles distant. Coggeshall is around 7 miles away and Chelmsford approximately 12 miles.

All distances are approximate – source: Google maps.

Square Footage: 6,319 sq ft

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