Jane Walker Park, Nayland, Colchester, Suffolk, CO6

Substantial period house

Description

5 Jane Walker Park is an outstanding house with its own private gardens and is set within 10 acres of communal gardens, grounds and tennis court.

Originally built as part of a former hospital, Jane Walker Park was converted by Lexden Restoration in 1996 and is now home to a collection of distinctive and characterful properties. The house itself is Grade II listed for its special architectural and historical importance, and retains many original features that complement its generous proportions, high ceilings, and large windows offering a wealth of natural light. Arranged over three floors, the property provides well-balanced accommodation throughout.

The ground floor is accessed via both the main front door and a side entrance, which open into a large central reception hall. From here, doors lead to the kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, dining room, and sitting room.

The kitchen is fitted with an excellent range of wooden units complemented by granite work surfaces, a butler sink with quooker tap, a corner integral larder and a range cooker with gas hob. Large windows also fill the room with natural light, creating a bright and welcoming space at the heart of the home as well as French doors leading out to the terrace, which is perfect for alfresco dining.

The elegantly proportioned sitting room is a stunning and comfortable room, featuring a large bay window with a window seat that provides a perfect spot to enjoy views of the garden, and a wood-burning stove creates a warm focal point.

The dining room is an exceptionally spacious and versatile area, which also comprises two sets of French doors leading directly out to the courtyard. The generous proportions of this room make it ideal for entertaining or as a multi-purpose living space, and it could easily be sub-divided if desired to create a study, playroom, or additional sitting area.

The principal bedroom is a stunning space featuring a large bay window overlooking the gardens, a beautifully appointed en suite bathroom, and an adjoining dressing room. Another of the bedrooms also benefits from an en suite shower room and built-in wardrobes, whilst the third bedroom, which is used as a gym, and the study are light and spacious, enjoying attractive outlooks across the grounds. A further staircase leads to the second floor, where there are three additional bedrooms. One of these enjoys the advantage of a walk-in wardrobe and an en suite shower room, while the others are well-proportioned and filled with natural light.

Jane Walker Park is approached via a beautiful tree-lined private drive that serves the collection of former hospital buildings, now converted into individual homes. Number Five is positioned at the far end of the main terrace, offering a particularly private setting with its own parking spaces, a garage, and additional visitor parking nearby.

The outside space is thoughtfully arranged into three distinct areas. To the rear there is a charming walled and paved courtyard, which features raised planters, a wood store, and ample space for outdoor dining. The side garden is laid to lawn and planted with a variety of fruit trees, with a pebbled path leading to a brick patio bordered by raised flowerbeds and a further gate leads to the front garden, which includes a shingled area ideal for entertaining directly off the kitchen, surrounded by established shrubs and planting.

Location

5 Jane Walker Park is situated on the outskirts of the picturesque village of Nayland, nestled within the Stour Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and just 2.8 miles from Arger Fen, a Suffolk Wildlife Nature Reserve. This celebrated landscape, known as Constable Country, is admired for its rural charm and tranquillity, famously inspiring the works of artist John Constable.

Nayland is one of Suffolk’s most sought-after villages, offering an active community and excellent local amenities including a well-regarded primary school, traditional pub, restaurant, shops, post office, doctor’s surgery, and both Church of England and Roman Catholic churches. Close to the Essex border, the village is surrounded by undulating countryside, rivers, and historic farmland, with numerous walks and bridleways ideal for outdoor pursuits.

The City of Colchester and Ipswich Town are within easy reach, providing extensive educational, recreational, and cultural facilities. Colchester Britain’s oldest recorded city offers superb shopping, restaurants, theatres, and museums, while Ipswich, Suffolk’s county town, provides further amenities and a vibrant waterfront.

For commuters, Nayland is ideally located: regular trains from Colchester reach London Liverpool Street in about 50 minutes. The nearby A12 links London to Woodbridge and connects with the A14 for routes to Cambridge, the Midlands, and East Coast ports.

All times and distances are approximate.

Square Footage: 4,295 sq ft



Additional Info

Services: Mains electricity, water and drainage; oil fired central heating.

There is a service charges of around £150 per month to maintain communal areas and grounds.

Local Authority: Babergh District Council