Construction Begins on Dandara's Essex Development The Orchard

Independent housebuilder Dandara has officially begun construction at The Orchard, its newest development in Little Dunmow, Essex. Following the acquisition of the land last year, and recent planning approval, the site is set to launch off-plan in June 2024. Once complete it will include 160 homes and an 8.4-hectare area of public open space.

The offering of one- to five-bedroom homes will feature houses with open-plan living spaces, private gardens and a number of sustainable features, including air source heat pumps and water efficient fittings.

Residents will be able to enjoy the development’s publicly accessible open space, which will include a community orchard, wildlife area and pedestrian and cycling paths connecting to the nearby Flitch Way linear country park. Additionally, The Orchard will feature a community building as a result of collaboration between Dandara and the Little Dunmow Parish Council.

John Baines, Land and Planning Director for Dandara Eastern, commented: “Receiving approval on this site is a big step forward for us to continue providing quality homes in Essex, and we’re excited to begin construction on the development.

“The Orchards will stand as a triumph of sustainability and community engagement. We have designed the development to prioritise connectivity through improved footway and cycleway connections to the Flitch Way and surrounding areas. We are also excited to partner with the Little Dunmow Parish Council to create the community building for the benefit of the local community.”

Gemma Bannister, Head of Sales at Dandara Eastern, commented: “We are very pleased to begin work on this collection of stylish homes at The Orchard. We expect that the strong mix of housing will appeal to a range of buyers, whether they’re first-time homeowners, growing families wanting to move up the property ladder or retirees looking to downsize.

“This community is the perfect mix of new eco technology and rustic charm, and we’re confident buyers will love their new home.”

Located minutes from the heart of Little Dunmow, The Orchard provides proximity to a number of primary, secondary and independent schools, as well as shopping and dining on the high street in Great Dunmow. Families will enjoy the nearby leisure centre, and for those looking to take in the Essex countryside, the Flitch Way Country Park is accessible via a footway adjacent to the development.

The site is also close to a number of transport links, including the Braintree railway station and A120, which connects Little Dunmow with the nearby towns of Braintree and Bishop’s Stortford.

The Orchard will be launching off-plan in June 2024, with full details online soon. For more information about The Orchard or to register your interest, visit https://www.dandara.com/new-homes-for-sale/new-homes-essex/the-orchard/.