- Private Parkland-Style Grounds +
- 7 Bedrooms / 7 Bathrooms +
- Multiple Dressing Rooms Within The Bedrooms +
- Detached Annex +
- Heated Outdoor Pool +
- 2 Storey Pool House +
- Detached Bungalow / Guest House +
- Tennis Court +
- Detached 4 Car Garage +
A Grand Italian-Inspired Country Residence with Exceptional Modern Luxury
Inspired by the timeless beauty of an Italian villa, Orchards is a truly magnificent country home that seamlessly blends classical architectural elegance with sophisticated 21st-century living. Set within 2.35 acres of beautifully maintained grounds, this impressive residence extends to approximately 11,280 sq ft, offering outstanding space, luxury, and versatility.
A striking portico entrance opens into a stunning galleried reception hall, setting the tone for the exceptional quality and attention to detail found throughout. The ground floor boasts a selection of beautifully appointed reception rooms including an oak-panelled study/library, formal dining room, morning room, elegant white drawing room, sitting room, and a superb kitchen/breakfast/family room — all finished to an exacting standard. Additional amenities include his and hers cloakrooms, a utility/second kitchen, and bespoke cabinetry throughout.
Upstairs, the first floor offers seven generous double bedrooms, most featuring luxurious en-suite shower rooms and private dressing rooms. Two bedrooms enjoy access to their own private terraces, ideal for morning coffee or evening relaxation.
The top floor presents a wonderfully versatile space, currently configured as an entertainment and games room complete with a bar, kitchen, and shower room — ideal for hosting or relaxing.
Orchards is a rare and remarkable home that delivers refined country living with a modern, luxurious edge — perfect for those seeking grandeur, comfort, and style in equal measure.
The main residence is an impressive and elegant home, further complemented by two detached properties: a charming one-bedroom bungalow ideal for guests or multigenerational living, and a stylish two-storey, one-bedroom pool house offering flexible use.
The grounds are equally compelling, with mature planting and sweeping lawns that provide a tranquil, estate-like setting. For those who enjoy outdoor living and entertaining, there is a heated outdoor swimming pool, a tennis court, and a detached triple garage.
A unique and complete package rarely found — perfect for those seeking space, privacy and luxury in a picturesque semi-rural setting.
This prestigious residence is situated in the village of Great Totham. By road the A12 main trunk road, just 3½ miles away, gives access to the historical town of Colchester and east coast ports to the north, with Chelmsford and the M25 to the south west with a journey time by road of approximately 45 minutes via the A120. For the golfer there are courses at Braxted Park, Benton Hall and the Five Lakes Country Club. The house is also within easy reach of the east coast with marinas at Tollesbury, West Mersea and Heybridge Basin. Schooling is well provided for within the area - both in the public and private sector. Of particular note are the four Grammar Schools in Colchester and Chelmsford, and Preparatory/Independent Schools at Elm Green, Holmwood House, New Hall and Felsted.