Upper Howe Street, Finchingfield

Set within approximately one and a half acres off a private lane surrounded by farmland on the outskirts of the picturesque village of Finchingfield, is this substantial four bedroom detached country home boasting a detached one bedroom barn conversion and separate leisure complex. The property offers well-proportioned accommodation over two floors with a modern living layout and planning permission granted for a two storey extension & sun room with two sets of plans. Externally the property boasts a 17th century dovecote comprising a wine store & second floor, double garage with double cart lodge, gym with shower room, games room, heated swimming pool, electric gated driveway, professionally landscaped gardens and an Alitex greenhouse.

Main House Accommodation

Accessed from an open entrance porch is a generous hallway with a staircase leading to the galleried landing, doors leading to two reception rooms, cloakroom and the kitchen/breakfast room. The kitchen/breakfast room retains an abundance of natural light with various windows overlooking the grounds with an extensive fitted kitchen and French doors leading to the formal patio area. Following from the kitchen/breakfast room is a sizeable utility room with a range of fitted units & Granite working surfaces. Entered from the hallway is this welcoming family room with feature fireplace and dual aspect windows. To the front of the property is an open plan lounge/dining room with a variety of windows overlooking the beautifully landscaped gardens. Flowing from the dining room is the peaceful study area with bespoke fitted furniture. On the first floor is a stunning galleried landing with doors leading to the four bedrooms and family bathroom. The principal suite consists of a spacious bedroom with dual aspect windows, a complimentary en-suite and dressing area. The first floor further benefits from a second bedroom with en-suite facilities, a further well-proportioned two bedrooms and family bathroom.

One Bedroom Barn Conversion

The detached barn conversion offers a modern living layout whilst retaining a wealth of period features. The accommodation comprises a kitchen/breakfast room, open to the vaulted lounge with stairs leading to the mezzanine bedroom. A tastefully designed shower room is located off the lounge.

Leisure Complex With Garaging & Cart Lodge

A solid Oak door provides access to the impressive gym with bi-folding doors opening onto a Sandstone terrace area with steps leading to the heated swimming pool. Serving the gym is a well-equipped shower room. An internal staircase leads to a versatile games room with Juliet balcony and extensive storage areas. Attached to the leisure complex is a double garage and double bay cart lodge.

Dovecote

The quaint 17th century Dovecote boasts a characterful wine store with Flagstone flooring, a range of bespoke Oak shelving and a staircase leading to the first floor. The first floor presents a fantastic opportunity for a home office steeped in charm with stunning views over the formal gardens and surrounding countryside.

Grounds

The grounds are accessed via electric double gates with a shingle driveway leading to the property and associated outbuildings. The formal gardens were designed by the highly regarded Frederic Whyte for the current owners offering various tranquil entertaining areas. To the rear of the leisure complex is a heated swimming pool with a wraparound Sandstone patio and mature soft planted borders. A paved pathway leads to the large Alitex greenhouse with a Sandstone patio. Adjacent to the green house is a shingle section with various Oak raised vegetable plots and central Oak Pergola. To the rear of the main house is a sunken patio area ideal for entertaining with outdoor pizza oven & wood store enclosed by a brick wall with various flower beds and mature shrubs. A shingle pathway leads to the detached Dovecote surrounded by herbaceous borders. An additional seating area is situated to the front of the property with various mature shrubs lining the shingle driveway. The remainder of the garden is lawn with a orchard and meadow to the side of the main house.

Planning Permission Granted

Planning permission granted for a two storey extension & sun room with two sets of plans passed. To view the current planning permission, please visit Braintree District Council website and use the planning reference 21/02702/HH and 18/00595/FUL.