House For Sale £1,250,000
*SOLD PRIOR TO MARKETING* Located in Langham, Essex, Alefounders Barn has early origins dating back to the 18th Century, having been converted into a dwelling in the mid-1960's and further extensively renovated in 2014. The property sits in private gated grounds of circa 1.2 acres, offering seclusion yet perfectly positioned to access all major routes and the local area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. A rare and unlisted property, the house presents a unique opportunity to purchase a country residence in a sought after area.
The Property - Alefounders Barn is located off Wick Road, accessed over a sweeping gravel drive with secure electric gates and CCTV. The front of the property boasts a large area of landscaped lawn, with well stocked borders. A West facing stone terrace captures the evening sun and provides an ideal spot for alfresco dining. Access leads to the separate courtyard Barn, Garages & Stores, providing ample parking for 5+ cars.
Entrance to the front is via a glazed porch, with internal glazed oak frame door and screen leading to the large inviting hallway. The hallway includes a handcrafted sweeping staircase, leading to a light galleried landing and features original oak timbers, complimented by a modern solid oak floor and column style radiators.
From the hall access leads to the large kitchen-dining room. A versatile space, with open views over the rear of the garden via large windows and double glazed doors. The kitchen features a 4-oven aga, with adjacent granite worktops and double butler sink, all incorporated to shaker style farmhouse cabinets and a center island with breakfast bar. The kitchen features integrated appliances, with access to a separate utility room, boot room and walk-in larder.
The large dining area includes exposed oak beams and oak flooring, with recessed downlights and space for further seating.
The living room overlooks the front of the property, with direct access to the terrace via a glazed door. A central feature of the lounge is a cast iron wood burning stove and feature fireplace surround, with original ceiling timbers and recessed lighting.
A separate reception room (playroom) further leads to a ground floor home office, each with solid wood floors and widows, overlooking the courtyard. A beautifully presented cloak room completes the ground floor area.
The first floor comprises of a large hall-landing giving access to the four bedrooms. The principle bedroom has a ensuite shower room and a separate walk-in wardrobe. Bedrooms one and two benefit from air conditioning. There is also a separate bathroom suite.
The Outside - Accessed from the courtyard is a large detached Barn, offering a wealth of opportunity to use as a home office, games room or gymnasium. The Barn has been recently renovated and features exposed original oak framing under a thatched roof with wood effect flooring. The Barn includes heating/cooling via a ceiling air conditioning system, down lighting and is also connected to the home broadband/wi-fi network.
Also accessed from the courtyard is a range of outbuildings comprising of a double garage and two storage areas.
The rear garden can be accessed from the front via a five bar gate to a large stone patio and formal lawn, complete with a Summer House, which has power connected. This area is enclosed by mature hedges on all sides, adding to the homes seclusion and privacy.
Beyond the formal lawn a second large garden area is accessed by its own gate, with a combination of brick boundary and post & rail fencing overlooking farmland, which in turn wraps around, back to the formal garden.
The Area - The house sits on the edge of the pretty village of Langham, which is situated six miles north-east of Colchester inside the renowned Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the Stour Valley. As the former capital of Roman Britain, Colchester is steeped in history, including the beautiful ruins of Colchester Castle, the Roman Theatre and St Botolph's Priory. The town has an excellent range of galleries, cafes and restaurants, including the Firstsite gallery, The Minories and Hollytrees Museum.
Numerous other charming villages and market towns are only a stones throw away, to name a few, Nayland, Higham, East Bergholt, Dedham and Hadleigh are all within a 15 minute drive. Most of these villages provide their own range of independent shops and public houses. The wider area has several local golf clubs, numerous beautiful walks, bird watching and sailing along Essex and Suffolk's coast, as well as the River Colne and Stour.
The area is rich with fantastic schooling including Colchester's grammar schools- Colchester Grammar for Boys and Colchester Girls High - which consistently top the league tables. There is also Orwell Park Preparatory School near Ipswich, Old Buckenham Hall Preparatory School near Brettenham, Framlingham College near Woodbridge, Felstead School to the south near Braintree and New Hall at Chelmsford.
The area is also extremely well connected; nearby Colchester station provides regular rail services to London Liverpool Street, from 50 minutes. The A12 is easily accessed from the area and offers access to the M25, London, Suffolk's coastline and the South-East.
Agents Notes - Tenure - Freehold
Council Tax - Colchester Band G
The property is not Listed
The Property - Alefounders Barn is located off Wick Road, accessed over a sweeping gravel drive with secure electric gates and CCTV. The front of the property boasts a large area of landscaped lawn, with well stocked borders. A West facing stone terrace captures the evening sun and provides an ideal spot for alfresco dining. Access leads to the separate courtyard Barn, Garages & Stores, providing ample parking for 5+ cars.
Entrance to the front is via a glazed porch, with internal glazed oak frame door and screen leading to the large inviting hallway. The hallway includes a handcrafted sweeping staircase, leading to a light galleried landing and features original oak timbers, complimented by a modern solid oak floor and column style radiators.
From the hall access leads to the large kitchen-dining room. A versatile space, with open views over the rear of the garden via large windows and double glazed doors. The kitchen features a 4-oven aga, with adjacent granite worktops and double butler sink, all incorporated to shaker style farmhouse cabinets and a center island with breakfast bar. The kitchen features integrated appliances, with access to a separate utility room, boot room and walk-in larder.
The large dining area includes exposed oak beams and oak flooring, with recessed downlights and space for further seating.
The living room overlooks the front of the property, with direct access to the terrace via a glazed door. A central feature of the lounge is a cast iron wood burning stove and feature fireplace surround, with original ceiling timbers and recessed lighting.
A separate reception room (playroom) further leads to a ground floor home office, each with solid wood floors and widows, overlooking the courtyard. A beautifully presented cloak room completes the ground floor area.
The first floor comprises of a large hall-landing giving access to the four bedrooms. The principle bedroom has a ensuite shower room and a separate walk-in wardrobe. Bedrooms one and two benefit from air conditioning. There is also a separate bathroom suite.
The Outside - Accessed from the courtyard is a large detached Barn, offering a wealth of opportunity to use as a home office, games room or gymnasium. The Barn has been recently renovated and features exposed original oak framing under a thatched roof with wood effect flooring. The Barn includes heating/cooling via a ceiling air conditioning system, down lighting and is also connected to the home broadband/wi-fi network.
Also accessed from the courtyard is a range of outbuildings comprising of a double garage and two storage areas.
The rear garden can be accessed from the front via a five bar gate to a large stone patio and formal lawn, complete with a Summer House, which has power connected. This area is enclosed by mature hedges on all sides, adding to the homes seclusion and privacy.
Beyond the formal lawn a second large garden area is accessed by its own gate, with a combination of brick boundary and post & rail fencing overlooking farmland, which in turn wraps around, back to the formal garden.
The Area - The house sits on the edge of the pretty village of Langham, which is situated six miles north-east of Colchester inside the renowned Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the Stour Valley. As the former capital of Roman Britain, Colchester is steeped in history, including the beautiful ruins of Colchester Castle, the Roman Theatre and St Botolph's Priory. The town has an excellent range of galleries, cafes and restaurants, including the Firstsite gallery, The Minories and Hollytrees Museum.
Numerous other charming villages and market towns are only a stones throw away, to name a few, Nayland, Higham, East Bergholt, Dedham and Hadleigh are all within a 15 minute drive. Most of these villages provide their own range of independent shops and public houses. The wider area has several local golf clubs, numerous beautiful walks, bird watching and sailing along Essex and Suffolk's coast, as well as the River Colne and Stour.
The area is rich with fantastic schooling including Colchester's grammar schools- Colchester Grammar for Boys and Colchester Girls High - which consistently top the league tables. There is also Orwell Park Preparatory School near Ipswich, Old Buckenham Hall Preparatory School near Brettenham, Framlingham College near Woodbridge, Felstead School to the south near Braintree and New Hall at Chelmsford.
The area is also extremely well connected; nearby Colchester station provides regular rail services to London Liverpool Street, from 50 minutes. The A12 is easily accessed from the area and offers access to the M25, London, Suffolk's coastline and the South-East.
Agents Notes - Tenure - Freehold
Council Tax - Colchester Band G
The property is not Listed
