About this property

Key features
  • Stunning barn conversion
  • Heated swimming pool
  • Detached self-contained annexe
  • 5.39 acres incorporating landscaped garden & woodland
  • Equestrian potential
  • Tucked-away location
Description
An impressive barn conversion with a detached, self-contained annexe and a landscaped garden with swimming pool. In addition is a 4.95 acre woodland offering excellent potential for equestrian facilities.

GROUND FLOOR VAULTED ENTRANCE HALL A pair of oak entrance doors with adjoining windows, staircase rising to the first floor galleried study, exposed timbers and an impressive brick chimneybreast. Open plan to the dining/snug area.

VAULTED RECEPTION ROOM A dual aspect room with exposed brickwork, a wealth of exposed timbers and fireplace with inset stove.

DINING AREA/SNUG A versatile living space with natural stone flooring, windows to the front and rear aspects, together with a glazed door leading to the terrace.

KITCHEN Fitted with a range of units with a large central island, four oven Aga, separate companion two oven Aga, microwave, space for American style fridge freezer, integrated wine cooler and dishwasher. Windows and a pair of glazed doors providing access and pleasant views over the terrace and garden.

UTILITY ROOM Fitted with a range of units with worktop space, sink unit, space for washing machine, tumble dryer and fridge freezer. Window and glazed door providing access to the outside space. To the rear of the utility room is a useful shelved storage room.

INNER HALLWAY Staircase rising to the office. Wide corridor with doors to adjoining rooms and windows overlooking the terrace and garden.

BEDROOM 2 Window overlooking the front courtyard. Door to:

EN SUITE Comprising shower enclosure, vanity wash basin, WC and window.

BEDROOM 3 Window overlooking the front courtyard.

BEDROOM 4 Window overlooking the front courtyard.

BATHROOM Suite comprising bath with shower over, vanity wash basin, WC and obscure glazed window.

BEDROOM 5 Currently used as a gym. Exposed timbers and a pair of windows overlooking the rear courtyard. Door to:

SHOWER ROOM Comprising shower enclosure, vanity wash basin and WC. Exposed timbers, obscure glazed window and door returning to the inner hallway.

FIRST FLOOR GALLERIED STUDY An impressive and versatile room with vaulted ceiling and exposed timbers. A series of windows providing views over the terrace and garden beyond. Door to:

BEDROOM 1 A vaulted room with a number of exposed timbers. and windows overlooking the garden. Fitted with a range of wardrobes. Door to:

EN SUITE Comprising shower, panelled bath, WC and wash basin. Exposed timbers and obscure glazed window.

LANDING Accessed via the inner hallway. Velux skylight, built-in cupboards and door to:

OFFICE Fitted with a bespoke desk space with fitted drawers and cupboards. The room enjoys a good degree of natural light via a pair of Velux windows.

DETACHED ANNEXE An excellent addition to the main house providing the opportunity for independent living, guest accommodation of self-contained office space. The triple aspect ground floor comprises a reception room and kitchen area with oven, hob and sink. The first floor provides a double bedroom with window overlooking the front courtyard and an en suite with shower enclosure, WC, wash basin and obscure glazed window.

OUTSIDE The property is set in a tucked-away position on the edge of the village. The property sits on a 0.44 of an acre plot, accessed via a gravelled driveway providing extensive parking and access to the open garage. The gardens are a particular feature of the property being mainly laid to lawn with a variety of well-stocked flower and shrub beds and various terraces providing an excellent al fresco entertaining space. At the top of the garden is a heated swimming pool with an adjoining pool house. A five bar gate provides access to a further parking area and the adjoining 4.95 acre woodland which offers a fantastic opportunity for equestrian facilities.

OVERAGE PERIOD The woodland area is subject to a overage clause for 20 years from 9 May 2008 (5 years remaining). The land can be used as agricultural or amenity land. Should Planning Permission be approved for development on the land, a 50% overage will be triggered.

MATERIAL INFORMATION • Tenure - Freehold
• Council tax band - G

VIEWINGS By appointment through the Agents.

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8, Hill Street, Saffron Walden, CB10 1JD, Essex

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