Part of our Signature collection, this attractive detached period house dates from the 1930s and is set in stunning grounds of 4 acres, quietly situated within easy reach of Colchester and Sudbury, with an extensive range of outbuildings.

Gedding Hall is located centrally within the 4 acre grounds, which are mainly surrounded by land under the ownership of Suffolk Wildlife Trust, giving great protection to the property. This imposing house was constructed in the 1930s in the arts and crafts style, originally under a thatched roof. The present owners have carried out sympathetic restoration of the property with considerable extension and relaid the original thatch roof to plain clay tiles.

The property has oak double glazed windows throughout and provides flexible accommodation. Approached via a quiet country lane, a shingle driveway leads past the large detached period timber frame barn, which formerly had residential planning consent. This leads to two smaller barns (also with lapsed planning permission) and the self-contained cottage, presently occupied but expected to be vacant by July 2023. A wonderful addition to this property is the swimming pool, which lies in a sheltered and beautifully landscaped setting, as well as a hard tennis court, in need of some attention.

The approach to Gedding Hall is from a feature front door which opens into the hallway and leads into the attractive dining room, with two studies accessed from this area. Beyond is the triple aspect drawing room, with large feature fireplace and bay window overlooking the garden and grounds. There are double doors opening out to the large south-facing terrace. There is a cosy south-facing sitting room which is flooded with light from the dual aspect. There is also access to the large kitchen/breakfast room with AGA, a range of quality fitted units, and larder cupboard, as well as the utility room and rear entrance hall/boot room.

The first floor hallway has a large attractive landing with access to the principal bedroom suite with double walk-inn closets and an ensuite bathroom. The second bedroom is west-facing and overlooks the pond, with an ensuite shower room, and bedroom three which also has an ensuite shower room is located at the front of the house. The remaining two bedrooms having attractive views out over the garden and pond.
The grounds are a real feature of Gedding Hall, with the house set back from the quiet country lane, approached over a sweeping gravel drive. The grounds are predominantly laid to lawn, with a variety of decorative mature trees and shrubs. There are shrubberies and herbaceous borders located close to the house, with an orchard and vegetable garden; to the west is a large natural pond surrounded by trees and to the north a copse. The heated swimming pool is located in an enclosed Mediterranean-style area of the garden with an attractive pergola, and is a wonderful addition to the property.

The land to the south and west of Gedding Hall is under ownership of Suffolk Wildlife Trust Reserve attached to Spouse's Grove and leading onto Arger Fen, a large area which is being managed for the benefit of wildlife and will be permanently protected. This area has some excellent walks and a wide range of habitats with the aim of attracting and conserving wildlife of all types.


Location

Gedding Hall is in a quiet location surrounded by countryside, yet within easy reach of the A134, with access to Sudbury, Colchester, Hadleigh and Ipswich. Sudbury lies 6.7 miles north, Hadleigh 10.2 miles to the east, and Colchester Station is 8.4 miles away, a perfect balance of seclusion and accessibility. There is excellent schooling in the vicinity with private schools at Old Buckenham Hall and Littlegarth at Nayland. Colchester has an excellent range of schools which are also within easy reach. There is an excellent primary school in Boxford with other schools available in Sudbury. Sudbury has a good range of shopping facilities with Waitrose, Tesco, Sainsbury and Aldi, and retains a twice weekly market and monthly farmers' market, with a strong sense of community with excellent range of sporting clubs etc.

Directions

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Important Information

Council Tax Band - G
Council Tax Band - cottage - A
Services - We understand that mains water and electricity are connected to the property.
Tenure - Freehold
EPC rating - E
Our ref - SAT