Old House Road, Great Horkesley, Colchester, Essex

Oldhouse Farm is a splendid property offering almost 2,300 sq ft of comfortable accommodation arranged over two floors, and set in a peaceful position just outside the desirable village of Great Horkesley. While the house would benefit from some modernisation, it presents flexible living spaces with character features and excellent potential, complemented by delightful, well established gardens.

The ground floor flows from a welcoming entrance hall, with exposed brickwork and space for informal seating. There are three reception rooms, including a superb principal reception room extending to around 26 ft in length. This impressive space features exposed beams, a grand brick built fireplace and a triple aspect, allowing an abundance of natural light. To the rear, a separate sitting room offers a relaxing retreat, while the formal dining room, with French doors opening onto the garden, is ideal for entertaining. The kitchen is fitted with modern white units and offers space for a range of appliances, with a utility room providing further storage and practicality.

The first floor comprises four double bedrooms, including a generous principal bedroom with built in wardrobes and an en suite shower room. A spacious family bathroom serves the remaining accommodation.

General
Local Authority: Colchester City Council
Services: Oil fired heating. Private drainage; we understand this is non-compliant with the current regulations. All other services are mains connected.
Council Tax: Band F
EPC Rating: E
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Outside, a gravel driveway leads to the property and provides access to an impressive 60 ft outbuilding, providing versatile space for parking, storage or workshop use. The gardens are a particular highlight, featuring lawned areas, wrap around patio terraces for al fresco dining, a traditional brick built well and borders of mature trees, established hedging and colourful planting. The property occupies a peaceful, sheltered plot with open countryside beyond, creating a private and idyllic setting.

The property lies in the small village of Great Horkesley, four miles north of Colchester and on the edge of the Dedham Vale area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. There are two local pubs, a post office a filling station and a garage, a primary school, village hall, a primary school, and village green. Colchester’s historic city centre is just four miles to the south, with its excellent choice of shopping, restaurants, bars and cafés. The city also provides a wealth of leisure facilities and a wide range of schools, including the outstanding-rated Colchester County High School for Girls and the independent Colchester Prep and High School and Oxford House School. The area is well connected by road, with the A12 providing access towards Ipswich, Chelmsford and the M25. Mainline rail is available at Colchester, providing regular services to London Liverpool Street (50 minutes).

Postcode region: CO6