SIble Hedingham

A Spacious & Unique Former Stables & Cartlodge Conversion set on a secluded plot of 0.65 of an acre - Part exchange considered

What We Say at The Zoe Napier Group

This is a fabulous property, ideal for either those downsizing with requirements for separate living or for a family with well-proportioned rooms, character accommodation and extensive grounds which offer a Mediterranean ambience. The location is very private yet all the village amenities including schools for all ages are within walking distance.

What the Owners Say

We have loved living here for over 20 years. We particularly love how we are tucked away in such a private position, well off the road. There are so many footpaths and access to the nearby countryside, the dog walks are both wonderful and varied. We have enjoyed every aspect of the grounds, they are peaceful and full of bird song.

History & Background

A stunning and unique conversion of the former cart lodge and stabling to the famed adjacent Greys Hall. The property is thought to date in part to the 18^th Century, albeit it is not a listed building but lies in the immediate curtilage of a marginally adjoining listed building as well as being in a conservation area, protecting its tranquil surroundings.

The property is well presented offering immense character with many windows featuring Mediterranean-style shutters. The accommodation spans across a split-level single-story arrangement offering huge versatility for multi-generational living providing the flexibility of four/five bedrooms with the upper west wing currently serving as separate living quarters. The property stands on a substantial 0.65 of an acre plot with mature, private grounds and plenty of seating areas including a sunset terrace to enjoy alfresco dining. There are extensive areas for parking up to 10 cars as well as a garage/workshop building with separate w.c.

Setting & Location

The property is tucked well away from the road in the area which would have formerly been the Essex Barn and Stables/Cart Lodge to Greys Hall. The Hall is famous for its characterisation depicted in the 1961 book, 101 Dalmatians which later became the well-loved Disney adaption.

The stables & cart lodge which marginally adjoin the Essex Barn (which is a listed building) have their own private gravelled drive. A super small enclave that cannot be easily seen from the road. To the rear of the property is also a high screened and manicured hedge and beyond is community parkland for dog walking 

Rectory Road in Sible Hedingham features many historic properties in one of the village’s conservation areas. This includes the church which proudly stands on a hilltop position beyond the hall and a small pub with tea rooms is within a short walk along Church Street. Sible Hedingham is a popular village containing excellent amenities including fuel stations, a doctor’s surgery, a primary and Hedingham School (and sixth form).

Sible Hedingham 0.3 of a mile (centre)* Hedingham School 0.6 of a mile* Gosfield (Lakes & Private Schools 3.5 miles)* Halstead 4.2 miles* Braintree 9.6 miles*

Accommodation

The Entrance Hall instantly provides a Mediterranean feel with window shutters, wooden floor boards, and steps decorated with an Italian tile effect leading to the upper wing. As mentioned, the rooms and accessibility are versatile. The current layout provides a sitting room/snug with access through to the east wing where there are three large rooms/bedrooms. The largest of these has access out onto the terraces with a semi-vaulted ceiling, space for a queen-size bed as well as a seating/lounge area with steps up to a large dressing room (potential area for an en-suite if required). A further large bedroom has a stylish modern en-suite shower room with touch controls, adjacent to the third double bedroom. There is also a stylish modern bathroom, also with auto touch flush w.c., Mira shower controls and a touch to the light mirror.

The spacious kitchen/breakfast room was fitted by a London-based kitchen company with gray units beneath exotic natural stone worktops. There are numerous fitted and built-in appliances including a Smeg double electric oven with gas hobs, a water softener unit, low-level lighting, and heating, whilst finished with attractive hard flooring. There is also a TV/dining area with shuttered French doors out onto the Mediterranean-style terraces. From the kitchen is a useful utility room with external access.

Steps from the main entrance hall lead to the upper West wing. This wing can either be part of the main living or utilised as separate living quarters if required. The well-proportioned family room (around 350 sq ft) has higher ceiling timbers, is dual aspect with shutters to the windows and French doors lead out onto the upper decking area with a pergola. Access from this room leads to a kitchen with oven & hob and a small hall leads to the good-sized double bedroom which has a semi-vaulted ceiling and is twinned with a large dressing room (potential bedroom) adjacent to the shower room. This end of the property is part adjoining to the neighbouring Greys Hall Barn.

Grounds

The property is nestled away from the road in its own peaceful setting of the converted cart lodge stables and neighbouring converted barn. The property stands at 0.65 of an acre with attractive front lawn areas and on either side are gravelled parking areas for up to ten cars. The large garage/workshop building provides vehicle access and features a w.c. and an additional utility room with access to the rear garden. The rear gardens graduate with a wonderful Mediterranean-style terrace area, partly screened with Laurel and between the pavers and pebbles are various shrubs. There is space and a paved area for a hot tub and a small outdoor sauna unit if required. To one corner of the garden is a summerhouse which has a covered area behind for the garden machinery and an open decked and covered area to the front from which to enjoy the west-facing evening sunshine and sunsets. The remaining areas are well stocked with lawn areas a very high manicured rear boundary hedge and the trees include a Silver Birch and Horse Chestnut. There is a further upper-decked terrace for the upper wing of the property. The outside has lighting and separate power points.

Agents Notes

• Registered Title EX368229. Not listed but in the curtilage of the partly adjoining listed (Grade II) barn conversion.
• The electrics have been updated and there is a separate feed for the annexe area should a separate meter be required.
• Greys Hall Stables owns the driveway as per the title deeds. The neighbouring property affords an easement (right of access over the drive) and the two properties contribute to a fair and reasonable upkeep of the drive.
• Braintree Council

Services

Mains Gas, Mains Electricity, Mains Water, Mains Drainage. Alarm. Superfast Gigaclear Broadband.  

 

EPC rating: C. Tenure: Freehold,