Description
SITUATION Coveneys enjoys an outstanding rural setting adjacent to the Stour Valley, enjoying far reaching views across unspoilt farmland set within 1.5 acres. Tucked away in a rural location, approached via a tree lined driveway located off Boxted Church Road and positioned with no immediate neighbours, completely hidden from view, and occupying one of the finest positions within the region. Conveniently placed for many amenities in the village including the public house, village stores and post office and both independent and state schooling. Ideally placed for commuting via the A12 trunk road 3 miles distant, Colchester North Station 5 miles and Stansted Airport approximately a 56-minute drive. Local independent schools include Holmwood House, less than 5 miles distant, Little Garth Preparatory School, less than 2 miles distant.
DESCRIPTION Approached via a private driveway, discreetly nestled on the periphery of the much sought after North Essex village of Great Horkesley. An imposing, strikingly framed, period residence set behind a rendered exterior beneath a clay tiled roof line with symmetrical window bays framing a traditional styled entrance porch. Offering an accommodation schedule of approximately 4885 sq. ft, enjoying an idyllic front facing south aspect across established gardens, a range of silver birch trees, pond and tranquil landscape beyond. Combining a wealth of particularly fine period features including a wealth of exposed timbers and studwork, original fireplaces, timber framed heritage grade windows and distinctive window bays. Seamlessly combining with a programme of contemporary additions, incorporating a granite topped kitchen/breakfast room with central island and Falcon stove, a glass atrium panelled inner hall, in addition to a striking part vaulted family room with a centrally positioned inglenook fireplace with a Chesney stove and mezzanine study above. Particularly diverse in its appeal, the property is further enhanced by a ground floor bedroom accommodation with en-suite facilities.
Four generously proportioned double bedrooms are arranged by a linear landing with high specification en-suite facilities to both the principle and guest bedrooms, a first floor balcony from the principal bedroom with all bedrooms enjoying an outstanding aspect across the enveloping grounds.
Beautifully framed across all four elevations, the breadth of ancillary buildings includes a significant Essex Barn (housing a Froling pellet biomass boiler), a one-bedroom Cottage, a five bay cartlodge, various garden stores, workshops and a covered terrace ideally placed for the south facing front aspect. Offering multiple terraces, covered seating areas and tucked away, discreetly positioned, hidden gardens, perfectly placed for the west facing aspect and unspoilt landscape across the farmland distant.
LOCAL AUTHORITY: Colchester City Council, 33 Sheepen Road, Colchester, Essex, CO3 3WG (01206 282222). BAND: G.
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SERVICES: Mains water and electricity are connected. Private drainage. Biomass heating. NOTE: None of these services have been tested by the agent.
COMMUNICATION SERVICES (source Ofcom): Broadband: Yes, Ultrafast - Speed: up to 1,000 mbps download, up to 1,000 mbps upload
Phone signal: Yes - Provider: Likely O2.
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