Ivy Lodge Road, Great Horkesley, Colchester, Essex, CO6

A spacious country home set within 6.7 acres of stunning grounds, featuring a long private driveway, a triple garage with a home office, and multiple outbuildings.

Nestled in a picturesque setting near the Essex/Suffolk border, Saxon House is a beautifully positioned four-bedroom detached home offering approximately 6.7 acres of scenic countryside. With excellent transport links and a range of versatile outbuildings—including a triple garage with a studio above—this exceptional property blends country charm with modern convenience.

The extensive grounds boast landscaped gardens, a tranquil pond, a woodland area with a meandering brook, and a paddock bordering the scenic Essex Way. The home itself enjoys a well-balanced layout, with the impressive kitchen/breakfast room serving as its central hub.

Upon entering, a welcoming porch leads into a spacious reception hall that seamlessly connects the ground floor living spaces. The comfortable sitting room enjoys a dual aspect and links to a versatile storage room or home office. Adjacent to this space, a charming conservatory offers stunning views of the formal gardens and pond, providing a peaceful retreat. The conservatory flows into a cosy sitting room featuring a log burner—perfect for winter evenings. This area transitions smoothly into an office space and a playroom, which boasts a vaulted ceiling (10’7”) and a second log burner, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.

A separate lobby leads to the heart of the home—the expansive kitchen/breakfast room—fitted with stylish quartz countertops and ample storage. Integrated appliances include a dishwasher, fridge, separate freezer, induction hob with extractor, and a double oven. A large log-burning stove adds character and warmth, making this space ideal for gatherings on colder days. Completing the ground floor is a practical utility room, a cloakroom, and a boot room—perfect for handling muddy boots after outdoor adventures.

Upstairs, the thoughtfully designed layout ensures each bedroom enjoys privacy. The principal suite is a luxurious retreat, featuring a spacious bedroom, a dedicated dressing area, and a high-quality en-suite shower room. The second suite includes a dressing area leading to a bedroom and an en-suite bathroom. Bedroom three is a generously sized, dual-aspect room, while bedroom four is another comfortable double with convenient eaves storage. The family bathroom is well-appointed with a premium suite, including ‘His & Hers’ sinks, a bathtub, and a separate shower cubicle.

Saxon House is set back from Ivy Lodge Road, accessed via a sweeping shingle driveway that winds through well-maintained lawns before reaching a spacious parking area in front of the detached triple garage. The garage features electric up-and-over doors and a large studio above, accessible via an external staircase.
A five-bar gate leads to additional outbuildings, including a former double garage (currently structurally compromised) and a detached summer house/games room with power and lighting. Beyond this, various garden storage buildings offer potential for conversion into stables, while a vegetable garden, fruit cage, and greenhouse provide opportunities for homegrown produce.

The formal gardens are a true oasis, with expansive lawns surrounding a natural pond that extends to a small brook along Ivy Lodge Road. The established landscape offers ample potential for further enhancement and space for a swimming pool (subject to planning approval). The northern section of the plot is ideal for equestrian use, featuring high-quality, level land perfect for paddocks. The remaining portion of the grounds consists of woodland, with a tranquil brook running through.

This exceptional property offers a rare opportunity to enjoy countryside living with modern amenities, extensive outdoor space, and endless potential.

Location

Great Horkesley is a picturesque village located
approximately 3 miles north of Colchester in
Essex, England. The village is situated along the
A134 providing convenient access to nearby towns and cities with easy access to the A12.

The village boasts several traditional pubs, including The Yew Tree, known for its welcoming atmosphere and hearty food.
Schools nearby include Holmewood House, Littlegarth and Colchester Royal Grammar. Within the village there is a local convenience store and a post office catering to daily necessities.

For those commuting to London from Colchester there are regular non-stop trains to London Liverpool Street, with journey times averaging around 50 minutes. Colchester offers a wide range of retail outlets and the newly emerging Northern Gateway offers great leisure and dining options.