- Modernised period cottage within the private Alresford Hall Estate +
- Peaceful, tree-lined approach and secluded setting +
- Two elegant south-facing reception rooms with fireplaces +
- Country kitchen with pantry, utility and boot room +
- Self-contained barn annex – guest suite, studio or home office +
- Adaptable layout ideal for family life or multi-generational living +
- 0.3-acre landscaped gardens with mature cherry and holly trees +
- Walk to Alresford station – direct trains to London Liverpool Street +
Approached via the long, tree-lined drive of the Alresford Hall Estate, this elegant period cottage has been thoughtfully modernised to combine heritage, flexibility and seclusion. A rare opportunity to enjoy refined, adaptable country living within easy reach of Colchester and London connections.
Approached via the long, tree-lined drive of the Alresford Hall Estate, this beautifully restored period cottage enjoys an exceptional and private position within one of North Essex’s most picturesque parkland estates. Thoughtfully modernised and enhanced, it offers refined and adaptable country living with character, style and seclusion in equal measure.
Accommodation
Ground floor
The ground floor flows from a welcoming hallway into two elegant south-west-facing reception rooms - a living room and separate dining room - both filled with natural light. The dining room features bespoke built-in bookcases, while the adjoining kitchen with pantry has been designed to blend traditional charm with modern practicality. A utility room, boot room and cloakroom complete the ground floor, creating a home perfectly suited to both everyday living and entertaining.
First floor
Upstairs, two generous bedrooms overlook the gardens, complemented by a large family bathroom and a third bedroom currently arranged as a dressing room.
Barn
A beautifully converted barn forms a self-contained annex, offering remarkable versatility - equally suited to use as a guest suite, home office, studio, gym or independent living space. The ground floor provides a large flexible area with a separate storage room, while upstairs features a newly fitted bathroom and additional bedroom.
Outside
The gardens, extending to around 0.3 acres, are a particular highlight - well maintained and mainly laid to lawn, framed by mature cherry and holly trees, new fencing and multi-aspect views creating a sense of peace and openness.
What's Nearby
Perfectly positioned for semi-rural living yet within walking distance of Alresford village and its direct trains to London Liverpool Street, and a short drive to Colchester, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a home that combines period charm, modern comfort and exceptional flexibility - a timeless retreat within a truly special private estate.