5 bed equestrian for sale

Church Road, Twinstead, Sudbury, Essex/Suffolk Border CO10

Found in a quiet, village setting with open countryside views. Originally constructed in the mid-1940s, Little Orchard has undergone substantial and sympathetic renovations during the 1980s and 1990s allowing for the convenience expected by modern living standards whilst retaining the charm expected from its former character. Benefitting from an array of useful outbuildings and sheds, the property is set over two floors and offers 2,180 sq ft of accommodation, including a self contained annexe.

The ground floor accommodation flows from a welcoming entrance halll finished with mosaic tiled flooring and stairs rising to the first floor. The ground floor enjoys two reception rooms and a kitchen/diner, of which provides a traditional finish fit with a range of base level units with solid oak work surfaces and enjoys views over the substantial garden space. Access to the annexe can be gained from the ground floor comprising of a study/snug and kitchenette with direct access to the double garage. There is a staircase from the snug leading to the annexe bedroom.

To the first floor are five well proportioned bedrooms. The principal bedroom suite enjoys far reaching views over picturesque open countryside. A family bathroom and shower room can also be found on the first floor.

Services: Mains water and electricity. Private drainage system which is compliant to the best of the vendors knowledge. It also features solar panels and a recently installed airsource heat pump for heating. It's worth noting that the solar panels benefit from the "old style" feed-in tariff. The south-facing orientation of the house allows for a quarterly return of approximately £150 to £100, depending on the season. These savings are reflected in reduced daytime operating expenses, thanks to the energy-efficient "all-electric" air source heat pump, which was installed in August 2021 and is a Mitsubishi Ecodan system.

Tucked away down a quietl country lane, Little Orchard sits behind a secure gated driveway providing ample off-street parking. To the bottom of the plot is also gated vehicular access if required. A generous double garage includes a workshop area with automatic doors and rear access, currently utilised for storing garden equipment, tools, and outdoor furniture. This space could potentially be converted to offer additional accommodation, pending necessary planning approvals.

The small village of Twinstead lies in a rural position between the towns of Sudbury and Halstead on the Essex/Suffolk border. The village has a parish church and a village hall, while there is a farm shop and a local pub in nearby Wickham St. Paul and Pebmarsh. The larger village of Sible Hedingham has several local shops, while Sudbury and Halstead provide access to a choice of supermarkets and high street shops, as well as various other facilities. Schooling is available in the surrounding villages, including primary schools in Pebmarsh and Bulmer, while the nearest secondary school is in Hedingham. Local transport connections include the A12 and the A120, which lead to the M25 and M11. Rail services are available from Sudbury, Marks Tey and White Colne.