Sturrick Lane, Great Bentley, Colchester, CO7

Welcome to �Sturricks� Farmhouse An exceptional opportunity to acquire this elegant 3400 sq ft, six bedroomed Grade II listed farmhouse located in the picturesque village of Great Bentley, enjoying extensive grounds of approx. 1.25 acre (sts) with numerous outbuildings, nestled in the leafy commuter village of Great Bentley, with the option to purchase a potential building plot bordering the grounds with planning permission pending a potential two bedroomed bungalow. Exuding timeless elegance and character, this detached family home, dating back to the 1600�s, has been sympathetically enhanced over the years by the current owners. Every detail has been meticulously considered and kept in keeping with the era from the orig-inal pull bells, vented dairy door and brick flooring, landscaped gardens, to the com-plimenting designer �Angel Strawbridge Chateau� wallpaper. Noted as an iconic piece of Great Bentley history, this impressive home has many high-lights including Impressive high ceilings, large sash windows, beams to name but a few. Of particular note are the original features including a charming vented former dairy door, deep larder with original shelving, Inglenook fireplaces and brick floors which evoke its history. Steeped in original design yet beautifully reimagined with a blend of heritage style and modern comforts one would expect to compliment contemporary family life, this unique property offers extensive versatile accommodation over three floors, charming gardens and huge amounts of further potential. The ground floor offers two beautifully proportioned reception rooms, both with gorgeous fireplaces, and a dining room perfect for hosting, country style kitchen with AGA and large original larder, and a stunning 29ft Orangery taking in the views from the gardens and spinney. A busy family will appreciate the practicality of the large, boot room and utility which also has a stairway to the first floor dressing room/bedroom three, plus cloakroom. The first floor includes four bedrooms, the principal suite is currently configured to enjoy a dressing room (which could be utilised as an independent bedroom as it has its own staircase to the ground floor) plus a luxury En-suite bathroom, a further stylish family bathroom and a luxury shower room. The attic provides two double bedrooms and a nursery room. Fabulous grounds with the option to purchase a potential building plot with planning permission pending for a two bedroomed self-build bungalow. The grounds to this spectacular property are an extension to the beauty found within the home and are equally magnificent. Sturricks is approached by a gated, security access with a long driveway passing the cart lodge and garage which serves for ample parking, leading through the mature gardens to a carriage driveway in front of the house. The gardens to the rear stretch gently away from the house with a mixture of mature trees and planting. The main garden has a pretty pond and gazebo perfect for al-fresco entertaining together with a delightful wooded spinney. Four large barns accessed via the front and side of the house, are currently used for storage, and could easily be renovated to create a granny annexe or even utilised for an airbnb/country rental (stp), which add to the overall attraction of Sturrick�s Farmhouse. Adjacent to the main house and accessed via a private gated entrance, is a secluded plot with planning permission pending for a two bedroomed detached bungalow available as an option to purchase. This beautiful home has been meticulously maintained and improved by the current owners for the next custodians to enjoy. A truly iconic property. A viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate this elegant family home and its charming grounds and location.