
Boxted Church Road, Great Horkesley

- PROPERTY TYPE
Detached
- BEDROOMS
4
- BATHROOMS
2
- SIZE
2,431 sq ft
226 sq m
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Freehold
Key features
- Superb Charming Detached Period Home
- Four Double Bedrooms and Two Bathrooms
- Five reception rooms - sitting room, dining room, family room, study and conservatory/garden room
- Country Style Kitchen/Breakfast room, with Separate Utility
- Accommodation of approximately 2431 sq ft
- Just over third acre plot (STMS)
- Heated outdoor pool
- Double cart lodge and off street parking for numerous vehicles
- 10 minute drive to mainline station, less than one hour to London Liverpool Street, peak times
Description
A Characterful 16th Century home – the tranquility of the countryside matched to the convenience for the mainline station and A12.
Nestled just four miles north of Colchester, along a quiet country road near the Essex/Suffolk border, lies Yarrowes—a charming and period home full of warmth, character, and history. Located in the sought-after village of Great Horkesley, the property benefits from a friendly community atmosphere, a local shop, traditional pub, and convenient access to both countryside walks and modern amenities.
The mainline train station and A12 are just a ten-minute drive away, while Colchester city centre can be reached in around fifteen minutes. Despite its accessibility, Yarrowes offers a high degree of privacy and tranquility, with scenic open countryside on the doorstep.
Dating back to the 16th Century, this former chocolate-box Grade II Listed cottage has been thoughtfully extended over time, incorporating a beautiful weatherboarded barn to create a more substantial and versatile family home. Brimming with original features—exposed beams, period fireplaces, and timber detailing—the home seamlessly blends historic charm with modern comforts.
The property offers approximately 2,431 sq. ft. of flexible living accommodation, all set within a generous third of an acre plot (STMS). The layout includes:
• Four double bedrooms (two on the ground floor, with the principal suite and a versatile dressing room/bedroom four upstairs)
• Two bathrooms
• A spacious kitchen/breakfast room
• Utility room and study
• Conservatory and formal dining room
• A spectacular sitting room rich in character, complete with a feature fireplace
Waste no time – hot summer - friends and family having fun by the pool
Yarrowes boasts an outdoor heated swimming pool, a triple cart lodge, and ample off-street parking for multiple vehicles. The gardens are well-maintained and private—ideal for family life and entertaining.
Peace of mind – be the next owner to cherish this wonderful character home
Lovingly cared for by the current owners for over 37 years, the property has been meticulously maintained, including a full re-thatching in 2019 and the addition of the pool. This unique home offers a rare opportunity to acquire a historic yet practical country residence in one of Essex’s most desirable locations.
ACCOMMODATION
Internal
The main entrance hall is the link between the original thatched cottage and the added ‘barn style’ accommodation.
Entering into the cottage side of this home to the rear of the entrance hall is a good size fourth double bedroom. To the left is the main sitting room. A notable and impressive feature of the property with exposed timbers, 12’ high part vaulted ceiling, being dual aspect with brick-built fireplace fitted with a woodburning stove.
To the back of this room is the dining room that, with the ability to have a table in the kitchen, lends itself to be a playroom instead. Through to the kitchen/breakfast room with bespoke units and a large walk-in pantry. This room is surprisingly light and tastefully decorated in country kitchen style that is in keeping with the character of this home.
To the end of the kitchen is the utility room with plumbing for a washing machine and space for other appliances and houses the oil-fired boiler.
To the end of this side of the home is a, double-glazed conservatory with vaulted roof, light and spacious, perfect to sit in the afternoon reading a book with a cup of tea or trying to solve the daily crossword. From here to the front is the study/home office with a dual aspect overlooking the gardens Double doors lead out on the garden. Our vendors preferred daily entrance to the home
Back to the main entrance hall walk through to the two storey half of this home. To the rear is the family room split-level with two seating areas and double doors onto the garden and pool area. This has been used an occasional bedroom, perhaps with a bed settee for guest To the front is another double bedroom and a large bathroom with bath and shower cubicle.
Ascending the stairs on the first floor access to two further bedrooms. The current owners use this floor as a bedroom suite, with a large principle front bedroom and the rear bedroom as a dressing room with built in wardrobes along the two main walls. There is a shower room with walk in shower, wash basin and toilet.
External
High hedges and shrubs provide a natural barrier to the road and provide a good level of privacy Grounds of just over third acre (STMS)
The garden surrounds the property where the majority is to the front left and right of the gate. To the right is access to the heated swimming pool and southwest-facing garden and is bordered by a paved sun terrace.and surrounded by high hedges. To the left, paved terracing, well-maintained lawns and colourful flowerbeds, while there are also border hedgerows and a variety of established shrubs. The path leads to the parking on a paved driveway at the side, which also provides access to the double carport for covered parking.
WHAT'S NEARBY
Great Horkesley village offers local amenities such as a post office/general store with a range of farm shops also available in the vicinity, two local public houses and restaurant and the Bishop William Ward Church of England primary school. The village has good bus links to Colchester. There are some lovely cycle rides and country walks on your doorstep.
WITHIN EASY REACH
The surrounding countryside of the Stour Valley is designated as an area of outstanding natural beauty and provides extensive and beautiful walks and rides in rolling countryside. The nearby villages of Nayland and Stoke by Nayland offer further amenities such as a Village Shop and excellent Deli/ Cafe, Doctors Surgery and Church as well as offering fine dining at the Crown and Angel.
Nearby Colchester, England’s oldest city, offers an extensive range of amenities, as well as a mainline station with the fastest trains to the City, taking 48 minutes. The city offers a variety of shops, restaurants, bars, cinema, and the Mercury Theatre, as well as the impressive Colchester Castle.
The East Coast and West Mersea are easily accessible for sailing and water sports, as is the nearby Stour River for paddle boarding.
The village is well served by the well renowned Littlegarth and Holmwood House preparatory schools, whilst the Royal Grammar School for Boys and County High School for Girls are situated in Colchester with excellent state primary and secondary options available too. There is also easy access to the A12 trunk road for access to Ipswich and Chelmsford.
INFORMATION
Tenure – Freehold
Council Tax: Band G
Local Authority: Colchester District Council
Services: Mains water and electricity, Oil fired central heating, Private drainage
Internet – Ultra Fast Broadband is available via subscription.
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- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Yes
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