5 Bed House For Sale

Offering wonderful views over rolling countryside and the 1.25 acre plot is this lovely 5 bedroom family home nestled within the tranquil village of Twinstead.


The southerly facing residence, set on 1.25 acres of land enclosed by mature hedging, boasts scenic views over rolling countryside. The house includes a self-contained annexe, providing space for a relative to live comfortably alongside the main house or to be let out for a secondary income.
Originally a working orchard and constructed in the mid-1940s, the cottage has undergone extensive and sympathetic renovations in the 1980s and 1990s. These updates ensure modern living conveniences while preserving the charm of its original character. Whilst wondering around the home, every aspect offers a pleasant view of the garden and picturesque setting.
The home is accessed via a secure gated driveway with ample parking for multiple vehicles. Additional gated vehicular access is available at the bottom of the plot. Upon entering the property, you are greeted by a bright and welcoming entrance hall featuring mosaic tiled flooring and a staircase to the first floor. The ground floor includes two lovely reception rooms and a kitchen breakfast room with traditional finishes, solid oak work surfaces, and French doors leading out to a patio terrace. The annexe, which has its own independent access comprises a snug, kitchenette, downstairs shower with toilet and direct access to the double garage. A staircase from the snug leads to the annexe bedroom.
On the first floor you can really take in the stunning views on offer at Little Orchard. There are five well-proportioned bedrooms, with the principal suite offering a design led floor to ceiling bay window where you can sit and take in the far-reaching views over the picturesque farmland. The family bathroom, finished with neutral tiles, includes a corner shower unit, freestanding bathtub, low-level WC, and floating wash hand basin. There is a separate shower room also fitted with a suite complimenting the style of the house.
Externally, the residence features 1.25 acres of total tranquillity. Formal gardens wrap around the property with a patio provide a relaxing place to entertain friends and family. A gated driveway provides plenty if parking and access to the large double garage with utility area. There is also access to the garage and a second patio area for the annex. The remainder of the plot is divided into two paddocks, recently parted with planted hedgerow where the current owners have Alpacas. In addition the paddocks have their own independent access and mains water supply. The garden provides the perfect place for many different types of lifestyles that require the use of land.

Location

Twinstead is an attractive little village which can be found just south of Sudbury on the Essex-Suffolk border. The main part of village and hamlet lies just off the A131 Halstead-Sudbury road.

The homes are of many, varied styles ranging from small cottages to the large Manor House and Hall. The erstwhile pub, now a private house, not only brewed and sold beer but also supplied the village with pork. In 1830 Roses, a charming old house, was moved on logs pulled by horses, to a better position near the road, where it still stands.

Today, the village is made up of many farms, a riding school, a manor house and an Essex Volvo's business. It has one place of worship which is the Church of St John the Evangelist, which is listed as a Grade II building.

The 2 main sports in this area are riding and cricket. Since 1956, Twinstead Riding School has offered riding tuition for everyone and having 40 horses and 135 acres of land helps them accommodate all ages and abilities. Twinstead Cricket Club, also known as Twinstead CC, are a group of cricket enthusiasts who have an active social calendar with year-round events.

For commuters the nearest train stations are Sudbury or Bures both offering access to London Liverpool Street.