Hilliards Road, Great Bromley, Colchester, CO7

Beautifully presented Georgian farmhouse set within acreage incorporating woodland, offered for sale with no onward chain.

Description

A delightful, unlisted family home occupying a peaceful rural position to the east of the village of Great Bromley, offering convenient access to Manningtree mainline railway station, the A12 and the Essex coastline.

Set within gardens and woodland of approximately 2.5 acres, Sparlings Hall is a beautifully maintained house that provides an appealing balance of accommodation and grounds, with countryside views and light-filled rooms. Dating from circa 1800, with later additions including a contemporary oak-framed kitchen/dining room, the property has retained many of its period features with a modern twist and includes double-glazed sash windows.

The property is discreetly set back from the country lane and approached via a gated driveway, providing off-road parking. The house is offered for sale with no onward chain.

The accommodation is arranged over two floors and suited to both family life and entertaining. The ground floor is centred around a welcoming entrance hall, from which the principal reception rooms flow. These include a formal reception room and a generously proportioned lounge, complemented by a separate dining room. To the rear of the house, a study provides a convenient workspace, while practical spaces include a utility area, store room and WC, all accessed via a rear lobby. A particular highlight is the open-plan kitchen/dining room, thoughtfully designed as the heart of the home. This light-filled space is well-suited to modern living and informal entertaining, with direct access to the adjoining breakfast room, with garden and countryside views.

The first floor is arranged around a galleried landing, giving a sense of space and light. The principal bedroom benefits from an en suite shower room, while four further bedrooms are served by a family bathroom and an additional shower room, making the layout both practical and flexible for multigenerational living and guests alike.

Outside
The property is attractively positioned within approximately 2.5 acres and is well related to its rural North Essex setting. Approached via a private driveway, the house enjoys a secluded position, bordered by open countryside. The gardens extend around the house and are predominantly laid to lawn, interspersed with mature trees, established shrubs and hedging, providing structure and privacy. Beyond the formal garden lies an area of established woodland, which forms a natural boundary to the grounds. A natural well is also located within the grounds. To the rear of the house is a sheltered terrace area, with views across the adjoining farmland.

Services
The property benefits from oil-fired central heating, private drainage by way of a septic tank, and a water supply shared under agreement with a neighbouring property.

Local authority
Tendring District Council. Council tax band = F (with improvement indicator).

Agent's notes
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Location

Sparlings Hall is situated to the east of the village of Great Bromley, set along a country lane in a peaceful semi-rural position. The surrounding countryside offers direct access to a network of public footpaths and bridleways, ideal for walking and enjoying the outdoors. The property is located around 6 miles from Dedham Vale National Landscape nature reserve -‘Constable Country’ - an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Great Bromley benefits from a local primary school and lies within easy reach of well-regarded grammar and private schools in the Lexden area of Colchester. There are local and independent school bus drop-off/pick-up points are opposite the end of the plot. Great Bromley has a village hall hosting a variety of social events. A wider range of shopping, leisure and educational facilities can be found in the nearby centres of Elmstead Market, Manningtree and Colchester, and there is a Waitrose supermarket within approx. 7 miles.

Manningtree, just over 4 miles away, offers amenities including a marina, estuary, award-winning restaurants, gym, yoga studio, recycling centre, farmer’s market, health store, nature reserve and designated wild swimming bathing area.

For coastal amenities, the popular seaside town of Frinton-on-Sea and the east coastline are within 14 miles, providing long stretches of sandy beaches, promenades and sailing facilities.

Commuters are well served, with a mainline railway station at Manningtree (approximately 6 miles away) offering direct services to London Liverpool Street. Road connections are also excellent, with access to the A120 to the south, linking with the A12 to the west and Harwich to the east. There are bus services direct to Lexden and Colchester.

Colchester is approximately 8 miles away, with Ipswich around 20 miles and Chelmsford approximately 30 miles, all offering extensive shopping, dining and entertainment options.

Square Footage: 2,661 sq ft



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