PARK COTTAGE, 7 Park Lane, Toppesfield, Halstead, Essex

PARK COTTAGE, 7 Park Lane, Toppesfield, Halstead, Essex

Park Cottage, 7 Park Lane, Toppesfield, Halstead, Essex, CO9 4DQ Park Cottage is a beautifully situated period property set along a no through road within walking distance of the amenities of this highly regarded and sought after North Essex village. The property has been greatly improved and enhanced by the current owners and now affords exceptionally versatile and characterful accommodation arranged over two floors. Of note is the impressive reception hall with a solid oak door and flagstone floors. The heart of the home is formed by an exceptional kitchen/breakfast/dining room which runs nearly the entire length of the house. This room takes in stunning views to the gardens and beyond and provides both formal and informal family entertaining space. There are an extensive range of units with oak butchers block work surfaces with an Esse range set within attractive brickwork with an oak lintel above. Further appliances include a Neff oven/grill and induction hob, dishwasher and wine cooler. There is extensive oak flooring to the area and exposed timber work on display. There is a large walk-in pantry and a stable door directly accessing the South facing terrace. There are two further formal reception rooms, one of which is a charming sitting room with an impressive fireplace and exposed oak framework. Directly from here is a cosy snug/playroom which benefits from views to the gardens and exposed framework. Accessed from the reception hall is a fantastic games room with solid oak flooring and a wood burning stove set upon slate hearth and French doors access the entertaining area and stairs rising to the first floor and annexe. The remainder of the ground floor comprises a study, utility room, laundry room and cloakroom. The first floor to the annexe is accessed via stairs rising from the games room which ascend to a snug area off which is a large walk-in wardrobe. A ledge and brace door leads to a large double bedroom with windows taking in roofline views of the village beyond. This is complemented by a large bath/shower room with extensive storage. Outside The grounds of the property are a true delight and to the front there is mature native hedging providing a high degree of privacy. Behind this is a large expanse of gravel which provides extensive parking and an attractive winding sandstone path leads to the impressive entrance. Professionally landscaped beds boast a variety of shrubs and miniature trees and access to the garage is afforded to the front of the property. The rear gardens are especially attractive with a covered entertaining area accessed from the kitchen/breakfast room. Beyond this is a large sandstone terrace which benefits from a South and West facing aspect enabling it to take advantage of the all day sun. This is flanked by a dwarf wall with a purpose built BBQ and large expanses of lawn are flanked by mature hedging and a number of trees and shrubs provide focal points. There are delightful views over pastureland with Toppesfield Hall in the distance. A large storage shed and an ornate pond with a waterfall completes the setting. The property would be ideal for a family who were looking to house an elderly dependant relative as annexe accommodation could readily be provided. The first floor is accessed via a winding staircase leading to the galleried landing accessing four bedrooms in the original part of the property. These all have extensive wardrobe space and take in delightful views to the grounds and countryside beyond with the principal suite benefiting from a stylish en-suite shower room with exposed red brick work, painted floorboards and a large vanity unit with an oval wash hand basin. The three remaining bedrooms are served by a family bathroom.

The immaculately presented accommodation comprises: Reception hall Sitting room Dining room Family room/snug Games room Study Kitchen/breakfast/dining room Utility room Storage room Cloakroom 5 Bedrooms 2 En-suites Dressing room Family bathroom Location Toppesfield is a delightful village situated in North Essex surrounded by farmland and countryside. The village offers a public house, a primary school, Parish Church and village hall. It further benefits from a village shop and post office. Access Saffron Walden 17.5 miles Stanstead 20 miles Braintree 12.5 miles Cambridge 28.5 miles Bury St Edmunds 25 miles Chelmsford 27 miles

Additional information Services: Main water, electricity and drainage. Oil fired heating to radiators. EPC rating: F None of the services have been tested by the agent. Local authority: Braintree District Council (01376) 552 525. Viewing strictly by appointment with David Burr. DAVIDBURR.CO.UK Contact details Castle Hedingham (01787) 463404 Long Melford (01787) 883144 Clare (01787) 277811 Leavenheath (01206) 263007 Woolpit (01359) 245245 Bury St Edmunds (01284) 725525 Newmarket (01638) 669035 London (020) 7390888 Linton & Villages (01440) 784 346 NOTICE. Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of these sales details, they are for guidance purposes only and prospective purchasers or lessees are advised to seek their own professional advice as well as to satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their correctness. No representation or warranty whatever is made in relation to this property by David Burr or its employees nor do such sales details form part of any offer or contract.