Lower Holt Street, Earls Colne, Colchester, Essex, CO6

NO ONWARD CHAIN
Spoutwell House is a historic, timber-framed cottage from the mid-16th century, featuring three bedrooms, a spacious kitchen-diner, and a cozy sitting room with an inglenook fireplace. It combines charming original details with modern amenities, surrounded by a cottage garden with a garage.

Spoutwell House is a two-storey, three-bedroom, timber-framed cottage dating back to the mid-16th century. It has a plastered exterior and roof with handmade red tiles, was originally part of a hall and still retains some of its grandeur.

You enter through a centrally located hallway, which provides access to the dining room and sitting room, as well as stairs to the first floor and a further door leading to the rear garden.

The sitting room, being part of the old hall, has high ceilings and a substantial inglenook fireplace, which has had a secondary fireplace built into the center to aid efficiency and provides two large storage areas for logs.

In the centre of the property is the dining room which has windows to the front and to the rear, a range of built-in bookshelves, a small seating area as well as ample room for a dining table, and connects to the kitchen dining room.

The kitchen/breakfast room is a generous space with windows to the front and to the rear, a range of fitted cupboards and work surfaces, appliances including a dishwasher and oven. There is a peninsula coming out of one wall, which separates the kitchen from the dining area. There is a handy utility room off of the kitchen with space for appliances and additional storage.

To the side there is a lobby with a storage cupboard and access into the ground floor cloakroom suite. The side lobby also provides access to the parking area to the side.

To the first floor there's a generous landing, a family bathroom and three bedrooms.

It is worth noting that bedroom three provides access into the master bedroom. The Master Suite comprises a generous bedroom area with en-suite and large airing cupboard. You step up into the third bedroom/dressing room. Bedroom two is at the opposite end of the house and has a range of fitted oak furniture.

The attractive family bathroom has a range of high-quality fittings by Hudson Reed, including a bath with a built-in shower over, WC, basin, and heated towel rail.

Externally, the front of the property is enclosed by wrought iron railings with a mature privet hedge. To the side is an off-road parking space with access through to the garage and a gate leading to the rear garden.

The rear garden is enclosed on all sides and has a lawn, patio area, pergola with mature honeysuckle, and a door leading into the garage. The garage is fitted with power and lighting connected and has a range of storage shelves.

In conclusion, Spoutwell House elegantly combines historical charm with modern living. This mid-16th century cottage features original architectural details offering a cosy yet functional space for families or history enthusiasts. With its tranquil garden and detailed interiors, Sproutwell House provides a unique blend of past and present, making it an ideal home for those seeking comfort and character

Location

Earls Colne is situated in the heart of the Colne Valley which has some of the prettiest countryside in the County with plenty of opportunities for walks and riding. This large village has a long and well-documented history. It has a popular and well-rated primary school, a library, a local museum, a post office, a GP surgery, a sports club with playing fields and tennis courts, a recreation ground, a variety of useful shops, a cafe, a constitutional club and 3 public houses.
It is well placed for the commuter being within easy reach of Kelvedon Station and Marks Tey stations with the journey to Liverpool Street taking some 50 - 60 minutes. En-route to Kelvedon, one crosses the A120 trunk road which serves Braintree, Dunmow, Stansted Airport and the M11.
The market towns of Halstead and Coggeshall are both situated approximately 4 miles away which offer extensive shopping and dining facilities.
The region boasts a significant number of secondary and primary schools as well as colleges and nurseries. There are well-renowned private schools within easy reach and some of the country’s leading grammar schools in Colchester and Chelmsford.