6 bedroom detached house for sale

An exciting opportunity to refurbish and extend (stp) this imposing unlisted Georgian residence that enjoys secluded grounds of 0.45 acres (stls)

What We Think at The Zoe Napier Group

Coming to the market for the first time since 1980, this imposing, spacious Georgian residence has all the charm and character that you would expect of a property of its era but unusually is not listed, which as a result offers a fantastic opportunity for the incoming buyer to extend, refurbish and mould to their requirements (stp).

What the owners say

Over the last 45 years I have had some wonderful times here, entertaining family and friends in the secluded grounds, whilst when my children were little, they loved nothing more than exploring in the surrounding countryside. I have now got the point in my life where I would like to downsize and allow another family to create some magical memories of their own and for ease for the incoming buyer will be offering the property for sale with no onward chain.

History & Background

The property is believed to have originally been constructed in the Georgian era with latter additions and boasts a plethora of period features, including open fireplaces, sash windows and a delectable sweeping staircase.

The sprawling accommodation on the ground floor includes impressive entrance hall, four generous reception rooms, spacious kitchen/ breakfast room that is complemented by the laundry room and shower rooms. The first-floor benefits from some sensational views over the surrounding open countryside, a delightful galleried landing, six double bedrooms and a spacious family bathroom.

Externally the property enjoys a double detached garage, off street parking and useful large outbuilding, whilst the incredibly secluded 0.45 acre South Facing grounds (stls) are a particular feature of the property, beautifully screened via an array of mature hedging/ trees and incorporate a charming walled garden.

Setting & Location

The property is situated on the Harwich Road, just outside the hamlet of Beaumont with its delightful church and within the village a well-stocked farm shop, village hall and thriving local community. There are excellent services in nearby Thorpe le Soken, with its mainline rail station direct to London Liverpool Street (80 minutes). Manningtree is approximately 8 miles to London Liverpool Street (60 minutes).

There is easy access to the A120 and Colchester (12 miles) with its comprehensive, educational, recreational and commercial facilities, together with excellent riding and walking in the area and for the boating enthusiast, there is access to the backwaters from Beaumont Quay and Titchmarsh Marina. The Walton backwaters was made famous by the well-known children’s author, Arthur Ransome whose book, Secret Water is based on the area.

Thorpe-le-Soken – 2.5 miles (London Liverpool Street – 80 mins) Manningtree – 8 miles (London Liverpool Street – 60 mins) Colchester – 12 miles (London Liverpool Street 50 mins)

Ground Floor Accommodation

As you approach the property you are greeted by beautiful solid timber entrance door that seamlessly flows into the magnificent entrance hall, a wonderfully impressive space that boasts a feeling of grandeur and offers the perfect space to position your Christmas tree during the festive period. Situated within the West wing of accommodation is the sitting room, a bright and airy dual aspect room that enjoys a delightful centre piece open fireplace, ideal for snuggling up in front of during the long, cold Winter months and is complemented by the adjacent study. Positioned centrally in the inner sanctum of the property is an inner lobby that provides access to a small cellar, family room with open fireplace housing cast iron log burner and dining room, whilst the kitchen/ breakfast room is situated in the rear elevation, a spacious, dual aspect room with views over the grounds and is complemented by the laundry and shower rooms.

First Floor Accommodation

A beautiful Georgian staircase elegantly sweeps its way up to the galleried landing where there are essentially two wings of accommodation in the East and West elevations respectively, collectively boasting six double bedrooms, many of which enjoying breathtaking views over the adjoining countryside and are all ably serviced by the spacious family bathroom.

Grounds & Outbuildings

To the front of the property there is a concrete driveway that offers off street parking for up to three vehicles and leads to a double detached garage with up and over door and gated side access to the rear, where a useful, spacious outbuilding is located, a versatile space that could be utilised in a number of different ways. The grounds are a delight, mostly laid to lawn with a plethora of mature plants/ trees and a separate, charming walled garden area along the East boundary that would be perfect for a vegetable patch or alternatively could be utilised as a mini football pitch for young children. In all the grounds extend to 0.45 acres (stls) and back onto glorious open farmland.

Agents Notes

• Our client has completed property questionnaire which is available upon request.
• The private drainage/sewage system is likely to require updating with a modern system to comply with current legislation, this has been factored into the asking price.
• We understand that the property is currently unregistered.

• Tendring Council -

Services

Oil Central Heating, Private drainage, Mains electricity & Water.