An elegant and well presented country residence offering a stylish interior with a separate Annex, swimming pool and garaging, set on a landscaped plot of approx. 1.35 acres in a delightful village setting. The property is approached along a sweeping tree-lined driveway to a gravelled parking area. A covered pillared porch leads into the central entrance hall either side of which are two spacious reception rooms, both featuring high ceilings, Karndean floors and feature fireplaces with one having French doors opening to the garden. The third reception room also has the benefit of a separate entrance from a lobby to the side of the property and is currently used as a study/home office and music room. The bespoke kitchen/breakfast room offers a range of country-style units with a central island, incorporating built-in appliances, granite worktops, flagstone floor and a 4-oven Aga. Adjacent is a utility room/boot room with external door and a further cloakroom. A balustrade staircase leads up to the first floor landing. The dual-aspect principal bedroom is light and airy and overlooks the garden and open countryside beyond with a large and beautifully fitted en-suite which has the benefit of both a walk-in shower and bath. The four remaining bedrooms are well presented, two of which offers large windows and one has a vanity sink. The family bathroom also offers both a bath and walk-in shower and, as well as the en-suite, has underfloor heating. There is useable insulated loft space for storage.The tree-lined driveway gives access to the garaging and Annex. From the central courtyard there is access to both garages, one of which adjoins the Annex which offers potential to re-configure (STPP) with a further detached double garage. The Annex is, like the main residence, nicely presented and overlooks the garden and swimming pool area with a reception and kitchen area, double bedroom, shower room and the plant room for the pool. The swimming pool is well maintained with a surrounding patio and seating area, ideal for entertaining. The landscaped gardens feature well-tended lawns, mature trees and shrubs, beyond which is protected Woodland, part of the Dynes Hall estate which is an area of outstanding natural beauty and offers lovely walks along pathways and bridleways.Nearby is the centre of Great Maplestead with a vibrant community offering social activities, the CofE primary school and shops at nearby Sible Hedingham, Gosfield, Halstead and the market town of Sudbury. Well placed for rail services at Braintree and Colchester, main road links (M11/M25) and London Stansted Airport. Property Information: Tenure Freehold, EPC rating E, private drainage, oil fired centra heating, Superfast Broadband. (Ref: CAV220112).Braintree railway station approx. 8.4 miles (London Liverpool Street) | Colchester town centre & station approx. 15 miles | Sudbury market town approx. 7 milesSt. Giles CofE Primary School approx. 1 mile & Gosfield School approx. 2.5 miles | Castle Hedingham approx. 2.1 miles | Main road links via A131/A120 (M11) and A12 (M25).

An exciting opportunity for a prospective purchaser to acquire ‘Oak House’ formerly known as the Oak Rooms. Set on a private and secluded plot of 0.79 acres on a country road on the outskirts of Halstead. Offering a tremendous amount of potential – included in the sale is a four-bedroom, four bathroom detached residence, stunning pool house, former treatment rooms and the beautifully landscaped grounds.Oak HouseMain ResidenceThe main residence sits proudly within the secluded plot and offers accommodation over two floors boasting over 3000 sqft of total living space and sleeping quarters.Ground Floor AccommodationUpon entering the home, you are greeted by a spacious reception hall and instantly get a sense for the space this fabulous home offers. Of the reception hall you will find a WC, study, playroom, large sitting room, conservatory, high specification kitchen/diner and a utility room. All the reception rooms are a generous size, and the kitchen offers a wide range of neff appliances as well as an island unit providing a fantastic kitchen space for a keen cook.First Floor AccommodationThe stairs lead up to the first floor and straight to a galleried landing, which could easily be utilised as a room, as the owners have previously used this space as an office and a TV room. From here, there is four well pro-portioned double bedrooms, three of which come with a dressing room/area and an en-suite shower room. The fourth bedroom is predominantly served by the further bathroom suite.Gardens & GroundsAs previously mentioned, Oak House comes with a generous plot and is tucked away on the outskirts of Halstead. The gardens have been meticulously landscaped and offer a variety of different sections. The pool house fronts onto a sunny terrace and garden, whilst the main home mainly uses the large garden to the right-hand side of the plot which has an orchard and a wildlife pond home to an array of wildlife. The grounds offer so much for the keen gardener, entertainer and for a growing family.Pool HouseOne of the focal points of Oak House is the stunning pool house. A true oasis, set to the rear of plot which comes with its own terrace, sauna, and hot tub (subject to negotiation). The pool house itself is just under 2000sqft and comes with an entertainment room, WC, pump room and the heated the pool which is set within a vaulted room with bi-folding doors. This excellent space could be converted from its current use to a spectacular residential unit subject to the relevant planning consents.Former Treatment RoomA further outbuilding set to the left hand side of the plot is the former treatment rooms and B&B. Offering 1940sqft of space which is currently set up to offer a reception, two treatment rooms, a shower room, a WC, guest bedroom, studio, storage room and a triple garage.Again, there is massive potential on offer here, as a prospective purchaser could look to keep this outbuilding as a commercial premises or even look to change/convert into another residential property or annexe.To The Front Of The HomeTo the front of the property there is a large shingle driveway which is privatised from Oak Road with tall hedging allowing for maximum privacy. The driveway provides ample off road parking and double gates lead to the rear and the triple garage.The LocationThe property is situated down a country Lane on the south side of Halstead, close to the Town centre. The market Town of Halstead is a popular area for visitors and tourists, being on the Essex/Suffolk border and positioned along the Colne Valley for scenic surrounding countryside. There are many quaint villages surrounding the Town, straddling both Counties and Stansted Airport is an approximate 30-minute drive from the property, as too is access for the M11.Agents NotePlease note the current owner has an agreement with a local swim school for the current rental of the pool house which brings in an income of £1,000 per month. Please note this agreement can be cancelled with a 1 months notice,

A rare opportunity to acquire this beautiful Grade II listed Georgian Manor House constructed in the early 19th Century of gault brick in Flemish bond under a slate tile roof. Once the home of Agnes Morton, the 1910 Wimbledon champion, the current owners have lived at Star Stile House for over 30 years but have now decided to pass this exceptional family home to a new set of owners.The property is approached via electric double gates with a long driveway lined with Horse Chestnut trees leading to a gravelled parking area to the front of the house, which also branches onto a gravelled inner courtyard with additional parking.Occupying a plot of approximately nine acres of gardens, including; a tennis court, manicured lawns, wooded areas, stabling with paddocks and a dry tiding area, with the properties former swimming pool now home to a number of large Koi carp.The grounds also include a good selection of outbuildings with garaging for up to four cars, having an adjoining property ‘The Coachmans Cottage’ provides self contained accommodation which (stlp) could be developed to provide secondary accommodation.The location affords excellent views, yet is in walking distance of the market town of Halstead offering local schooling for all ages, leisure facilities, a good range of both independent and well known stores, boutiques, numerous restaurants and several pubs. For the commuter there are railway stations located in Sudbury, to the North and Braintree to the South. Stansted airport is also approximately 25 miles away, plus links to both the A12 and A120.General InformationThis impressive and substantial eight bedroom property displays numerous features of the period including an impressive front entrance with ionic columns and a stone canopy with dentilled cornice.To the rear of the house is a wonderful two storey bay with pyramidal roof. Internally, the property offers a wealth of original features including; beautiful fireplaces, windows with original glazing, extensive wood panelling and aged exposed floorboards.The accommodation is both spacious and flexible with plenty of scope for the new owners to individualise their new home, offering high ceilings and plenty of natural light the property offers tasteful decor throughout.The approx. Nine acre plot offers spectacular countryside views and the house has many unique features such as the row of servants bells and the original swimming pool now a home to a mature Koi collection. The spacious reception hall greets the visitor on arrival with a magnificent sweeping staircase and you will find large rooms throughout with windows offering pleasing views across the surrounding countryside.Ground FloorStarting on the ground floor, the grand reception hall has the aforementioned sweeping staircase from which all the reception rooms radiate.The drawing room is exceptional with full height sash windows, a window seat, stunning central chandelier, marble open fireplace and exposed floorboards.The dining room, which connects to the kitchen, has a large sash window with double doors opening onto stone steps leading down to the courtyard garden. The kitchen includes a black 'Aga' inset to a fireplace recess surrounded by red brick. Steps lead down from the inner hallway to a good size, useful cellar providing a good level of storage space.The Snooker room again has a tall sash windows and original fireplace with the study close by and off the rear hall, a cloakroom, closet/boot room and a ground floor WC can be found.First FloorThe staircase rises from the reception hall to a large and impressive, galleried landing servicing a total of eight bedrooms, two bathrooms and a shower room, all having a variety of of original features as well as Georgian charm.The beautiful master bedroom has twin, tall sash windows with spectacular views. This room connects to a dressing room/nursery and a spacious bathroom with a free standing centre roll top bath, large shower cubicle, wash basin and chandelier.There are four further good size bedrooms and twomore bathrooms plus a shower room to this floor with a rear landing, with secondary staircase, leading in turn to two further bedrooms.The second floor has a flexible layout and could be utilised as home working or perhaps annexe accommodation if required.Disclaimer For Virtual ViewingsSome or all information pertaining to this property may have been provided solely by the vendor, and although we always make every effort to verify the information provided to us, we strongly advise you to make further enquiries before continuing.If you book a viewing or make an offer on a property that has had its valuation conducted virtually, you are doing so under the knowledge that this information may have been provided solely by the vendor, and that we may not have been able to access the premises to confirm the information or test any equipment. We therefore strongly advise you to make further enquiries before completing your purchase of the property to ensure you are happy with all the information provided.

A truly striking, imposing and aesthetically pleasing grand detached residence residing on this spectacular semi-rural plot of approximately 4.85 acres boasting some impressive living accommodation, a successful holiday let and B&B business whilst positioned on a breath-taking plot with beautiful grounds and gardens.Property InformationNewcombesThe main residence purchased by the current owners some 25 year ago has been reimagined and extended extensively and now offers a range of spacious living and sleeping quarters totalling 3376 sqft. Upon entering the home, you are greeted by a welcoming reception hall with a galleried landing. Doors lead from here to a formal dining room with an open fireplace, an office, sitting room with bar area, and the kitchen/diner. The kitchen offers plenty of storage and a range of appliances. From the kitchen, a door leads into the large utility room, boot room, cloakroom, cleaners storeroom with access to the cellar. Finally, the ground floor accommodation is completed by the large orangery which has bi-folding doors overlooking the garden and courtyard.Newcombes First Floor AccommodationOn the first floor, the landing leads to the master suite with dual aspect windows with patio doors to a large balcony with exceptional views over the land and a spiral staircase to the garden. The large master bedroom comes with a dressing room and shower room. There are four further good-sized bedrooms, two with en-suite bathrooms with a further family bathroom.Studios At NewcombesAn excellent addition to the accommodation at Newcombes is the collection of five, self-contained one bedroom B&b's/holiday lets. Previously ran as very successful business receiving some excellent reviews on and airbnb, there is huge potential for a prospective purchaser to revive this business, positioned adjacent to the main house they are all fully furnished, equipped and ready to go. The Studios come with their own private garden and five parking spaces.Grounds & GardensAs previously mentioned Newcombes sits proudly on a plot of approximately 4.85 acres. To the front, the property is retained by a dwarf brick wall and a lawned front garden which has a range of trees providing privacy to the home from the road. There is also a sweeping driveway to the front of the home and electric gates to the side of the plot which lead to the garages, courtyard and outbuildings. Parking for the Studios can also be found to the front of the plot.The garden itself is truly remarkable and is completely private from any neighbouring properties. Split into a variety of different sections it’s a brilliant space for anyone who is green-fingered. There is a varied collection of rare trees and plants which have matured over the years.The property also comes with its own lake which is the centre-piece of the garden - currently home to three geese and their goslings, moorhens and ducks.Further OutbuildingsThe property also benefits from a range of outbuildings which include a triple garage, a large workshop, and two substantial storage buildings, one with a cloakroom, as well as the boat house which overlooks the lake.ServicesThe property is connected to mains water, drainage, electricity and oil fired heating.LocationGreat Yeldham is a village in north Essex, England, about 6 miles (10 km) from the Suffolk border. Great Yeldham is situated along the A1017 road (formerly A604) between Braintree and Haverhill. The village is where the infant River Colne is joined by a stream from near Stambourne and another that has flowed via Toppesfield. Great Yeldham contains the "Great Oak", an old preserved oak tree in the centre of the village, which is claimed to have been recorded in William the Conqueror's Domesday Book of 1086.The village boasts a Post Office and village store; a small Supermarket; two fast food take-away outlets; a Veterinary Surgery; an outreach Doctors’ Surgery; a hairdressers and three Public Houses.