Audley End, Gestingthorpe, Halstead, CO9

Kings House is a magnificent five-bedroom residence nestled in an idyllic setting on the outskirts of Gestingthorpe, near the historic village of Castle Hedingham, straddling the Essex/Suffolk border. Offering approximately 2,950 sq ft of bright, versatile living space, this property includes a detached one-bedroom annexe, making it ideal for extended family living or guests.

Constructed in 1988, Kings House boasts exceptional accommodation throughout. The ground floor offers a practical and welcoming layout. Upon entry, the entrance lobby leads to a reception hall with a striking turning staircase. This level includes a study and a generous lounge that flows into a beautiful oak-framed garden/family room. This space, with its cast iron log-burning stove and glazed wall, opens directly to the garden. The room also connects seamlessly to the dining room and modern kitchen, equipped with light-colored units, work surfaces, and a central breakfast bar. Additional storage is provided in the utility room. A cloakroom and access to the double garage completes the ground floor.

Five spacious bedrooms can be found on the first floor, all accessed via a stunning open landing. The modern family bathroom serves the household, while two of the bedrooms feature en suite shower rooms with high-pressure water systems. The principal bedroom, located at the front of the house, includes a range of fitted wardrobes. Three bedrooms enjoy picturesque westerly views over the garden and adjacent farmland.

The detached annexe, a short distance from the main house, features an open-plan reception/kitchen area with a log burner, a double bedroom, and a shower room. The annexe is perfect for guests or multigenerational living, complemented by a private courtyard garden.

Kings House is set back from the road and accessed via electrically-operated wrought iron gates, leading to a spacious driveway and an integral double garage. The west-facing garden features a paved terrace, a lawn, a path to the annexe, and a summerhouse. The garden, predominantly lawn, extends to the rear, offering direct views of open farmland.

Located on the outskirts of Gestingthorpe, Kings House is near St Mary the Virgin Church and The Pheasant public house, with access to numerous countryside footpaths. The property is equidistant from Halstead in Essex and Sudbury in Suffolk, with the nearby village of Castle Hedingham offering local amenities including pubs, a restaurant, and a village shop. Halstead and Sudbury provide a variety of independent shops, restaurants, and supermarkets, along with educational facilities such as a secondary school in Sible Hedingham and private schools in Gosfield.

For commuters, Sudbury offers rail connections via Marks Tey to London, while further services to London Liverpool Street are available from Braintree and Witham stations. The property is also conveniently accessible by road via the A12 at Witham, with the A131 connecting to the national road network via the A12, A120, and M11.

Directions

Take the A130 and A131 towards Braintree. Before reaching Braintree take the A131 marked Sudbury on the Braintree bypass. Proceed across the first and second roundabouts following the signpost to Sudbury and at the third roundabout take the second exit signposted to Sudbury. Continue along that road where the road forks at High Garrett and turn left signposted to The Hedginghams on the A1017. At Sible Hedingham turn right onto the B1058 towards Sudbury and after about 3 miles, turn left towards Gestingthorpe where Kings House will be seen on the left-hand side shortly after Pheasant Restaurant and Bar.

Agents Notes And Additional Info

Mains water and electricity. Oil-fired central heating. Private drainage – klargester. Underfloor heating to the garden room. Ultrafast full fibre available from County Broadband. Electric lighting was upgraded with downlighters in 2018.