This beautiful detached barn conversion has been constantly updated and now affords a superb blend of original features and modern family living. Throughout the property there is a wealth of exposed timbers and stud work. Arranged over two floors, there is an outstanding gallery landing.
Set in a desirable position on the outskirts of the well regarded village of Great Bentley, there are attractive field views extending from the grounds combined with excellent access to a mainline railway station with trains to London Liverpool Street.
The property is available with no onward chain and only with a full inspection can the quality of this property and its location be fully appreciated, we therefore recommend an early viewing to avoid disappointment.
The entrance door leads directly into a good size entrance lobby (9' x 9') with exposed timbers and solid oak flooring, from here there is a door leading to the inner hallway which has a large storage cupboard, exposed timbers and studwork, stairs rising to the first floor accommodation and doors leading to the further ground floor rooms.
The downstairs shower room enjoys a fully tiled shower cubicle, low level WC and wash hand basin. There are tiled walls and flooring, spot lighting and heated towel rail.
The fourth bedroom (15'3 x 10'6) is a great size and benfits from two built in double wardrobes and further exposed timbers.
The drawing room/snug offers a fantastic living space arranged over two levels. Initially the snug (13'2 x 13') is an attractive open galleried room with a large open fireplace with a herringbone brick hearth. There are french doors leading straight on to the garden terrace and further exposed timbers and stud work. From here there are steps rising to the second area, the drawing room (17' x 15') is a bright and airy room thanks to dual aspect windows, the timbers and stud work are continued and there is a fully integrated and concealed state of the art audio/visual system including projector and screen.
The dining room (12'4 x 10') enjoys solid oak flooring, more exposed timbers and leads directly into the kitchen (15'8 x 11'4) which has a comprehensive range of bespoke eye level cupboards with matching units set below quartz stone work surafces which continues on to the central island. There is an intergrated fridge, freezer and dishwasher and a large walk in pantry.
From the kitchen there is a door leading to the utilty room (9' x 9') which offer further appliance space, quarry tiled flooring and doors leading to the front and rear gardens.
The first floor accommodation is accessed from the fantastic gallery landing with vaulted ceiling, exposed timbers and studwork and viewing over the snug and drawing room. The master bedroom (12'9 x 12') enjoys a part vaulted ceiling and two double built in wardrobes, there is solid oak flooring and a door to the en-suite bathroom. The en-suite has a three piece suite of panel bath, low level W/C and surface mounted wash hand basin, there are further exposed beams and spot lighting.
The second bedroom (13'3 x 10') also has a part vaulted ceiling and exposed timbers, there is also a double built in wardrobe. The third bedroom (11'8 x 11') continues with the theme and enjoys a part vaulted ceiling with exposed timbers and a built in double wadrobe.
The family bathroom enjoys a fitted three piece suite comprising a panel bath, pedestal wash hand basin and low level WC, there is tiled flooring, exposed beams and inset lighting.
Outside & Gardens
South Heath Barn is approached via a shingle drive leading to double electric opening wrought iron gates. The drive is flanked with large lawn areas and there is an attractive and substantial red brick wall screening the property from the road. The drive continues in to large forecourt area affording off road parking for numerous vehicles. There is a detached triple garage with three sets of double opening doors and power/light connected. From the forecourt there are steps leading down to the main entrance door and access to the gardens.
Approaching the gardens from the left there are large lawn areas which are boarded with a variety of mature tree, shrubs and flowers. The lawn expands further to the rear and border on to local fields with post and rail fencing affording wonderful views over the local country side. Continuing round the gardens, there is a large and attractive landscaped terrace with water feature and raised brick shrub and flower beds. From the main garden there are double gates with canopy leading through to the "wildlife Garden". This fantastic area has a huge variety of mature trees, flowers and shrubs with the path leading to a wooden bridge that crosses a good size pond with a small island. Overall, the grounds extend to 0.88 acres in total
Location
Situated on the outskirts of Great Bentley, the property provides an excellent blend of semi-rural peace and quiet and commuter friendly convenience.
The village itself is renowned locally for being centred around a large village green and cricket ground. Great Bentley is well serviced and enjoys a small supermarket, post office, pharmacy, restaurants and two public houses.
There is also a primary school and railway station with regular fast trains to London Liverpool Street.
There is good vehicular access via the A133/A12 to the major town Colchester which enjoys comprehensive school, leisure and shopping facilities. In the other direction and only a short drive away are the coastal towns of Clacton, Frinton and Walton with a full range of facilities and miles of pleasant sandy beaches.
These property particulars, whilst believed to be accurate are set out as a general outline only for guidance and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements of representation of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. All measurements quoted are approximate.