Leavenheath, Suffolk

Set on the Essex/Suffolk borders in the village of Leavenheath. Located in a quiet and tranquil, yet convenient location and wrapped in open countryside is this superb modern five bedroom family home. This is a home where you can enjoy and appreciate a quiet and private lifestyle yet only a short distance from local amenities and, a short drive to the A12, Colchester North Mainline Station and, a variety of shops and services in the nearby market town of Sudbury or Colchester City Centre.


The property is being offered for sale with NO ONWARD CHAIN


Set over three floors, with five double bedrooms, three en-suite bathrooms, family bathroom, lounge, a large open plan kitchen/diner/family room and separate utility. Outside, a secure gated entrance leads to a vast gravel drive and parking area – enough for a motorhome or caravan and still leave space for several vehicles, detached double and single garage with potential ancillary accommodation, office or games room above. The grounds extend to approximately a 3.5 acres (STMS) including a 2 acre paddock (STMS). The home provides a total 3431 sq ft of accommodation.



This modern family home offers bright and spacious interiors with wonderful rural views. Our vendors have maintained and updated the property to a high standard with a contemporary and quality decorative finish. Since buying the property over 10 years ago they have purchased the adjacent 2 acre paddock that now makes this an ideal home for someone looking to keep a variety of livestock, alpacas, sheep, a pony or horse - there is plenty of space to add a field shelter as needed. There is ample opportunity to add additional garaging and/or a pool, subject to planning.


Greens Farm House is set well within its own grounds and is accessed via electric gates. The sweeping carriage driveway, which is flanked by well-tended lawns, forms an impressive approach while the attractive façade has a timeless appeal. With borders of mature shrubs and trees on three sides there is a very high level of privacy, and with only one neighbour that is hidden from view. The field adjacent to the 2 acre paddock is used as a sanctuary and breeding area for Barn owls. There is an abundance of wildlife that frequent the surrounding land that include a variety of birds of prey, deer and hares. For nature lovers a set of binoculars is essential in this home.


Accommodation

Ground Floor

From the entrance hall you will find stairs ascending to the first floor, an under stairs storage cupboard and a ground floor cloakroom.To the left is a well-proportioned lounge with a triple aspect over the front, side and rear gardens and French windows leading onto the sun terrace and garden. This light and airy room is complimented by an attractive stone fireplace with multi-fuel burner.

To the right impressive and vast open plan kitchen/diner/living area with hardwearing travertine floor throughout. At one end is the utility room and kitchen – with some built in appliances and space for a large fridge freezer, a decent level of granite worktops, low and high level units.
To the middle is the light and spacious dining which proves to be the ideal space for entertaining with the capacity for up to ten to twelve people and incredible views over the gardens and farmland beyond. To the other end of the room is the ‘chill out’ area and the perfect place for family and friends to relax and socialise while meals are being prepared.


First Floor Accommodation

An attractive oak returning staircase with glass balustrade and recessed lighting ascends to the first floor where to three double bedrooms, all with far-reaching countryside views. The principle bedroom, which sits above the lounge, offers a dual aspect and fitted maple bedroom furniture with a complimentary en-suite shower room. Bedroom two is at the front of the house and again offers a dual aspect, built-in wardrobes and an en-suite shower room. The floor is completed by the third bedroom with views to both the side and rear of the house, fitted wardrobes and an en-suite shower room.


Second Floor Accommodation

Two further double bedrooms, one currently used as an office, both similar in size and both offering fitted wardrobes whilst being serviced by a family bathroom.

OUTSIDE

Approached via double electronic wooden gates which open to an attractive circular carriage drive and detached double and single garage. Above the garages there is ancillary accommodation, with cloakroom and shower, which could be used as a games room, office/studio for those who wish to work from home, or potential annexe with some reconfiguration, subject to planning.


To three sides of the house is a paved patio area that is perfect for alfresco dining or relaxing in the summer sun, catching the sun at various times of the day.

The main grounds extend to approximately 1.5 acres (STMS), much of which is lawn and you have the comfort that this is secure for dogs. To the right of the formal grounds is the 2 acre paddock (STMS) that can be simply used for family activities, football and leisure but is ideal for a variety of livestock or, a pony or horse.

What’s nearby

Nestled within the Essex / Suffolk borders close to the River Stour and Constable Country, the property is located in the popular village of Leavenheath, which is located in close proximity to the Dedham Vale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This property has benefit of the Dedham Vale and Arger Fen directly on its doorstep as you walk out of the front gates. Perfect for leisurely walks, exploring the woodlands and exercising dogs. There are also an abundance of safe cycle routes.

A 20 minute walk to the nearby Assington village that has a local farm shop that sells local produce and everyday essentials and café, post office, plus the village public house The Shoulder of Mutton that serves a variety beverages and food, perfect for Sunday lunch.
In Leavenheath there is a leisurely walk to the Hare and Hounds public house that now has a small shop for everyday essentials.


Stoke-by-Nayland and Nayland have their local village shop and post office, plus local eateries including The Crown and The Anchor – The Crown notable as one of the best restaurants in the Suffolk, the Anchor perfect for a lazy summers day by the river. Nearby Nayland also has a doctors, an excellent primary school and the respected independent, co-educational Preparatory school and nursery that is Littlegarth School.


For golfing enthusiasts you are only a short distance to the respected Stoke-By-Nayland Golf and Country Club and nearby Newton Green course.


Within easy reach

Easy reach of the A134, with access to Sudbury, Colchester, Hadleigh and Ipswich which all provide a wide variety of shops, eateries and amenities.

Sudbury lies 7-8 miles north, Hadleigh 10.2 miles to the east, and Colchester Station is 8.4 miles away, a perfect balance of seclusion and accessibility. There is excellent schooling in the vicinity with private schools at Old Buckenham Hall (15 miles) and Littlegarth at Nayland (4 miles). Colchester has an array of independent, boutique and national branded shops, services and amenities, plus nearby David Lloyd Health and Fitness Centre. Colchester also has an excellent range of private schools and the Royal Grammar School and Girls High School, two of the leading grammar schools in the country

There is an excellent primary school in Boxford with other schools available in Sudbury. Sudbury has a good range of shopping facilities with Waitrose, Tesco, Sainsbury and Aldi, and retains a twice weekly market and monthly farmers' market, with a strong sense of community with excellent range of sporting clubs etc.


Education

Children in Leavenheath have the opportunity of attending Little Ladybirds (Mother & Toddler group) continuing into Ladybirds Pre-school held in the Village Hall. State education is served by two primary schools; one in Nayland and one in Stoke by Nayland (both with excellent Ofsted reports)

The education system in Suffolk has reverted to two tiers. So at eleven years old children then carry on to the secondary school, Thomas Gainsborough School at Great Cornard. There are alternative private education establishments in surrounding villages.



Notes:
TENURE - Freehold
COUNCIL TAX - G
LOCAL AUTHORITY - Babergh District Council


SERVICES
Mains electricity, water and private drainage system that has been replaced/updated to the meet new regulations. Oil fired central heating