7 bedroom detached house for sale

An elegant seven bedroom Grade II Listed 16th Century farmhouse with 5.6 acres (stls) and excellent equestrian facilities

What We Think at the Zoe Napier Group

This really is an incredibly impressive farmhouse that with some updating could be a truly sensational country home. Located in a wonderfully quiet country lane, immersed within a beautiful farmyard setting and boasting impressive equine facilities, it really does offer the opportunity to any discerning buyers to live the perfect, authentic country life.  

What our Owners Say

We acquired the property 40 years ago when it was virtually derelict and looking back it was a brave decision considering the enormous amount of work that we had to undertake in order to bring it back to life! That said, we don’t regret it for a moment as it has been a wonderful home and location to raise our family in and we have made the most of the countless scenic country walks and excellent hacking available. Our family have now relocated to the South – West, so the time has come to join them and start a new adventure.

History & Background

Nestled in a wonderful semi -rural location, this elegant Grade II Listed seven bedroom period farmhouse is believed to originally date back to the 16th Century, with later additions in the 18th and 19th Centuries respectively. The property provides generous and spacious accommodation and with a two storey barn adjacent, offers potential for multi-generational living if required (subject to the necessary consents).

The sprawling accommodation is indicative of it’s era and is bursting with charm and character, including a plethora of open fireplaces, sash windows and original stock brick flooring.  The ground floor boasts four principle reception rooms, fitted kitchen, utility room and shower room, whilst the first floor enjoys seven good size bedrooms, all serviced by the spacious family bathroom.

The grounds are a particular feature of the property, surrounded by undulating countryside and panoramic views and with a good size manege, extensive stabling and 5.6 acres (stls) offers a veritable equine dream.

Setting & Location

The property is located on the outskirts of the village along the tranquil Tey Road which is within a 5 minute drive of Earls Colne is a vibrant and charming village, lying about 8 miles to the west of Colchester City and around 3.5 miles to the east of the historic market town of Halstead. The village itself has a primary school (Ofsted Good) and there are excellent leisure and golfing facilities within a 2-mile radius of the property. The nearest mainline station is Marks Tey 6.1 miles or Colchester (North) 9.3 miles.

Halstead 3.5 miles * Marks Tey Station 6.1 miles* Colchester City 9 miles* Chelmsford City 21 miles* Stansted International Airport/M11 27 miles*

Ground Floor Accommodation

As you approach the property you are greeted by a wonderful part glazed front door which provides access to the entrance hall, an impressive space enjoying an imposing staircase and leads to the elongated rear lobby, with glorious original stock brick flooring and adjoining conservatory which enjoys splendid views over the surrounding grounds. Located in the West elevation of the property is the snug, a quaint cosy room, perfect for snuggling up in front of the fire in those cold Winter months, whilst the adjacent dining room, offers a well-proportioned, bright dual aspect room with attractive open fireplace. Situated in the middle segment of the property is the sitting room, boasting a magnificent floor to ceiling red brick fireplace housing cast iron wood burner. Residing to the rear is the spacious kitchen with utility room and useful boot room.

First Floor Accommodation

Two staircases provide access to the first floor that boasts an impressive and versatile seven bedrooms in total. Residing in the front elevation of the property is the principal bedroom, a bright and airy, spacious dual aspect room, whilst located in the rear of property and accessible via the second staircase is a further double bedroom that would be ideal for teenagers or elderly relatives that require their own living quarters. The remaining five bedrooms are all generous in size and serviced by the spacious family bathroom.  

Grounds & Equestrian Facilities

The property is approached via a large driveway that offers ample off street parking for several vehicles and leads to the barn, a two storey building that with some renovation could easily be utilised as a self contained annexe or work from home office (subject to the necessary consents). Side access leads to the formal garden, beautifully enclosed and secluded via a range of mature hedging and West facing enabling you to enjoy some magnificent sunsets.

Situated to the rear if the formal garden are the equestrian facilities which include seven paddocks with post and rail fencing and two field shelters. The stable yard is positioned north of the property and comprises three stables with water supply and electricity. Beyond here is an all-weather 40 x 20m manege and separate vehicular access from Tey Road.

Agents Notes

• Our client has completed a Propertymark questionnaire/declaration for potential buyers to make an informed offer. Please request details from the sole selling agent.
• We understand the private drainage system is via a septic tank and does not meet current regulations. This has been reflected in the price and will be up to the purchaser to update.
• As you approach the property the front section of the driveway is owned by the neighbouring property and we understand that The  Farmhouse has a right of access across this land to gain access to their property.
• There is a condition on the manege and paddocks. The manege shall be used solely in connection with, and for, the private and personal enjoyment of the occupants of the Farmhouse. The condition attached to the field is that is must be used for domestic animals in conjunction with the house
• Council Tax Band -F

Services

Oil Fired Heating

Mains Water

Mains Electricity

Private Drainage

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