MapGuide price
£2,000,0007 bedroom detached house for sale
Toppesfield Road, Finchingfield, Braintree, Essex, CM7
Featured
Chain-free
Study
Detached house
7 beds
4 baths
2.86 acre(s)
Key information
Tenure: Freehold
Council tax: Band G
Mobile signal:
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Features and description
- Tenure: Freehold
- Seven bedroom country house in a lovely stretch of open countryside
- Over 5,300 sq ft of accommodation with fine period details
- Private gated drive with garage facilities
- Landscaped gardens providing all year round colour and interest
- Tennis court
- No onward chain
- EPC Rating = D
A handsome country house of elegant proportions in attractive undulating countryside.
Description
Park Farm is a distinguished Georgian country house built in 1789, providing the elegance and grandeur of the period. With its rendered elevations and classic slate roof, the property offers high ceilings and tall sash windows, providing bright and airy spaces throughout.
The property extends to in excess of 5,300 sq ft and is set within beautifully established gardens and grounds, located in a semi-rural setting, 2.8 miles north of the picturesque village of Finchingfield.
The accommodation is predominantly arranged over three levels and commences a welcoming lobby opening to a spacious entrance hall featuring an elegant staircase leading to the upper floors. There are several reception rooms including a dining room, drawing room and a sitting room. The rooms are perfect for hosting guests or family living, with large sash windows allowing for plenty of natural light. The heart of the home is a charming, well-equipped kitchen leading to a utility room, providing additional storage and separating the main house from a potential annexe section. This part of the building has a study and an impressive office. An inner lobby and bathroom complete this area of the house, providing flexibility for a variety of uses.
There is also a cellar offering additional storage and potential for wine storage.
To the first floor is the principal bedroom, which is a spacious room with an en suite bathroom and built-in wardrobes. There are three additional bedrooms and a family bathroom. To the second floor there are three further bedrooms, perfect for family members or guests. A bathroom serves these second floor bedrooms.
Outside
The garden at Park Farm has been meticulously planted and beautifully maintained offering an interesting and private space. The property is approached over a gated drive, leading to a generous parking area which features a circular design at its centre.
Part of the garden is framed with box hedging, which lines the pathways and borders, creating a sense of order and structure. A terrace wraps around the house, offering a perfect area for outdoor dining or entertaining.
The garden features extensive areas of well-maintained lawn. A natural pond is one of the garden's features, attracting a variety of wildlife.
To the corner of the garden is a tennis court and a triple-bay garage. In addition to the garage, the garden features a range of storage buildings. The garden is scattered with established trees and hedges, which create a natural screen around the property.
All in about 2.86 acres
Location
Park Farm is situated in a charming semi-rural location, 2.8 miles north of the picturesque village of Finchingfield.
Finchingfield village is located in the Braintree district of Essex. Renowned for its quintessential English countryside charm, Finchingfield offers a delightful blend of natural beauty, historical architecture and modern amenities. Finchingfield is often described as ‘one of the most beautiful villages in England’. The village is centred around the village green and includes a duck pond. Despite its small size, Finchingfield boasts a selection of local shops, tea rooms and pubs.
Education is well supported with local primary schools in Finchingfield and Toppesfield, with access to secondary education in nearby towns. Felsted School, located 12 miles from the property, is a very sought-after independent school within the area, offering both day and boarding options. In Braintree, there are several notable schools, including Braintree Sixth Form College.
The area enjoys good connectivity to London, making it an attractive option for commuters. The area is well served by road links, with the A120 providing a direct route to the M11 motorway and onwards to London. For rail travel, the nearest major station is Braintree, which offers regular services to London Liverpool Street. The journey by train typically takes approximately an hour, making daily commutes feasible for those working in the City.
There are scenic footpaths around Park Farm, providing ample opportunities for walks and outdoor activities.
Square Footage: 5,300 sq ft
Acreage: 2.86 Acres
Directions
What3Words: ///crusaders.cakewalk.little
Description
Park Farm is a distinguished Georgian country house built in 1789, providing the elegance and grandeur of the period. With its rendered elevations and classic slate roof, the property offers high ceilings and tall sash windows, providing bright and airy spaces throughout.
The property extends to in excess of 5,300 sq ft and is set within beautifully established gardens and grounds, located in a semi-rural setting, 2.8 miles north of the picturesque village of Finchingfield.
The accommodation is predominantly arranged over three levels and commences a welcoming lobby opening to a spacious entrance hall featuring an elegant staircase leading to the upper floors. There are several reception rooms including a dining room, drawing room and a sitting room. The rooms are perfect for hosting guests or family living, with large sash windows allowing for plenty of natural light. The heart of the home is a charming, well-equipped kitchen leading to a utility room, providing additional storage and separating the main house from a potential annexe section. This part of the building has a study and an impressive office. An inner lobby and bathroom complete this area of the house, providing flexibility for a variety of uses.
There is also a cellar offering additional storage and potential for wine storage.
To the first floor is the principal bedroom, which is a spacious room with an en suite bathroom and built-in wardrobes. There are three additional bedrooms and a family bathroom. To the second floor there are three further bedrooms, perfect for family members or guests. A bathroom serves these second floor bedrooms.
Outside
The garden at Park Farm has been meticulously planted and beautifully maintained offering an interesting and private space. The property is approached over a gated drive, leading to a generous parking area which features a circular design at its centre.
Part of the garden is framed with box hedging, which lines the pathways and borders, creating a sense of order and structure. A terrace wraps around the house, offering a perfect area for outdoor dining or entertaining.
The garden features extensive areas of well-maintained lawn. A natural pond is one of the garden's features, attracting a variety of wildlife.
To the corner of the garden is a tennis court and a triple-bay garage. In addition to the garage, the garden features a range of storage buildings. The garden is scattered with established trees and hedges, which create a natural screen around the property.
All in about 2.86 acres
Location
Park Farm is situated in a charming semi-rural location, 2.8 miles north of the picturesque village of Finchingfield.
Finchingfield village is located in the Braintree district of Essex. Renowned for its quintessential English countryside charm, Finchingfield offers a delightful blend of natural beauty, historical architecture and modern amenities. Finchingfield is often described as ‘one of the most beautiful villages in England’. The village is centred around the village green and includes a duck pond. Despite its small size, Finchingfield boasts a selection of local shops, tea rooms and pubs.
Education is well supported with local primary schools in Finchingfield and Toppesfield, with access to secondary education in nearby towns. Felsted School, located 12 miles from the property, is a very sought-after independent school within the area, offering both day and boarding options. In Braintree, there are several notable schools, including Braintree Sixth Form College.
The area enjoys good connectivity to London, making it an attractive option for commuters. The area is well served by road links, with the A120 providing a direct route to the M11 motorway and onwards to London. For rail travel, the nearest major station is Braintree, which offers regular services to London Liverpool Street. The journey by train typically takes approximately an hour, making daily commutes feasible for those working in the City.
There are scenic footpaths around Park Farm, providing ample opportunities for walks and outdoor activities.
Square Footage: 5,300 sq ft
Acreage: 2.86 Acres
Directions
What3Words: ///crusaders.cakewalk.little
About this agent
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