5 bedroom detached house for sale

In an elevated position, The Cottages is nestled in attractive rolling countryside of the renowned Stour Valley region. Approx 2.25 acres. There are plans available to redevelop the current dwelling. The property also has lapsed planning to demolish the current house and create a property of a higher status. 19/01589/FUL.

ENTRANCE HALL: A bright inviting space with window to front. Feature window through to inner hall, door to inner hall and:

CLOAKROOM: WC, wash hand basin and wall mounted vanity unit.

INNER HALL: 3.62m x 2.9m (11'11'' x 9'6'') with entrance vestibule, stairs to upper floor and doors to:

SITTING ROOM: 6.52m x 4.82m (21’5” x 15’10”) Enjoying a triple aspect with windows to the front, side and rear. Fireplace with brick hearth, surround and mantel over with inset multi fuel burning stove. Part glazed door leading to the rear terrace and far reaching panoramic views over open countryside.

SECOND RECEPTION ROOM: 3.65m x 3.73m (12’0” x 12’3”) With windows to rear providing views over the rear terrace and countryside beyond. Two useful corner recesses providing base level storage and shelving above, currently used as a second dining room.

KITCHEN: 4.95m x 2.92m (16’3” x 9’7”) Fitted with a matching range of base and wall units with solid wood worktops above, splashback tiles over. Space for double oven with extractor hood over. Single drainer sink unit with vegetable drainer and mixer tap above. Window overlooking the front terrace and stunning far reaching views over open countryside. Space and plumbing for dishwasher and downlighting. Door to:

WALK-IN LARDER: With light connected, hatch to loft and shelving to all sides.

DINING ROOM: 4.21m x 3.78m (13’10” x 12’5”) Enjoying a wealth of natural light from the adjoining garden room, this room provides an excellent entertaining area, linking well with the kitchen with a useful full height cupboard and open aspect. There are fully glazed doors between the dining room and garden room. Glazed door to:

ENTRANCE LOBBY: Glazed door to outside and solid wood door to:

CLOAKROOM: WC, wash hand basin.

GARDEN ROOM: 5.28m x 2.99m (17’4” x 9’10”) Occupying an exceptional position embracing far reaching views over open countryside, this recent addition to the property enjoys underfloor heating and air conditioning. Fully glazed on two sides with double doors leading out to the rear terrace. Door to:

STORE ROOM: With light connected. A walk in storage area.

STUDY: 3.17m x 2.97m (10’5” x 9’9”) With windows to front overlooking the terrace and gardens beyond. Phone points connected and space for freestanding units.

First floor

LANDING: to:

ANTE-ROOM/BEDROOM 6: 2.80m x 2.88m (9'2'' x 9'5'') With full height double fronted wardrobe units and further recess providing additional shelving.

MASTER BEDROOM: 5.76m x 3.93m (18’11” x 12’11”) Enjoying a breathtaking aspect with elevated views over the Stour Valley. A substantial master suite with integrated double fronted wardrobe units, further door to walk in wardrobe with mid level hanging rail and ample space for further free standing units. Door to fully shelved airing cupboard. Door to:

EN SUITE: Comprising WC, wash hand basin, bath with wall mounted shower attachment over. Tiled shower cubicle.

BEDROOM 2: 2.99m x 3.32m (9’10” x 10’11”) With windows to the side and rear with views across open countryside.

BEDROOM 3: 3.25m x 3.22m (10’8” x 10’7”) With integral double fronted wardrobe units with hanging rail. Windows overlooking the rear terrace and countryside beyond.

BEDROOM 4: 3.68m x 3.17m (12’1” x 10’5”) With full height double fronted wardrobe units. Window to rear.

BEDROOM 5: 3.75m x 2.38m (12’4” x 7’10”) With double fronted wardrobe units. Window to front.

FAMILY BATHROOM: 2.92m x 1.88m (9'7''x6'2'') Comprising WC, wash hand basin, fully tiled bath with shower attachment over. Fully tiled shower cubicle.

Outside

EXTERNAL UTILITY ROOM: Housing the oil fired central heating boiler with space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer. Space for fridge/freezer with further shelving above. Single sink unit with mixer tap above and tiling over.

Double garage: 6.36m x5.85m (20'10'' x 19'2'') With light wer connected, twin up and over doors, ample space for additional fridge/freezer. Ladder to loft storage space with potential as a games room/annexe (STP). With high level gable end door.

There is a range of further outbuildings including:

Custom built barn: 7.00m x 7.50m (23'0'' x 24'7'') With raised ceiling height of 10ft and widened doors extending to 8ft. Light and power connected and personal door to side. Fully insulated .

The gardens themselves are a lovely feature of the property extending to approximately 2.25 acres with a detached greenhouse and further gardens stores, a range of plants, shrubs and mature trees. There is a substantial area of raised beds complimented by a further greenhouse and log store. The formal gardens enjoy a gentle undulation being predominately lawned and well bordered on all sides with breathtaking views. The rear terrace provides a stunning place to dine alfresco enjoying a south facing aspect. There is an additional heated fully insulated workshop 4.10m x 2.87m (9'5'' x 13'6'') with light and power connected.