• Extensively refurbished village residence +
• In excess of 3,300 sq ft of accommodation +
• 26ft drawing room with inglenook fireplace +
• Sitting room and dining room +
• 21ft kitchen/breakfast room and separate utility room and cloakroom +
• Master suite with dressing room and en-suite +
• 4 further bedrooms, further en-suite and family bathroom +
• Established gardens +
• Off-road gated parking +
• NO ONWARD CHAIN +

An extensively refurbished five-bedroom (two en-suite) property displaying a wealth of retained period features and enjoying three generous reception rooms. Benefits include gated off-street parking and established gardens. Grade II* listed and presented in excellent order.

The property is set within the highly sought-after village of Bures, a quintessential Suffolk village straddling the Suffolk/Essex border and renowned for its strong community spirit and picturesque setting. The village offers an excellent range of amenities including a well-regarded primary school, village shop, public houses, church and village hall, all contributing to its enduring popularity with families and professionals alike.

Bures railway station provides regular services to Marks Tey, with onward mainline connections to London Liverpool Street, making the village particularly appealing for commuters. The surrounding countryside is a defining feature, with the River Stour, Stour Valley Path and nearby Dedham Vale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty offering exceptional walking and recreational opportunities. Further amenities can be found in the nearby market towns of Sudbury and Colchester, both providing a wide range of shopping, cultural and educational facilities.

An exceptional example of period architecture, believed to date back to the 16th century, showcasing fine timber framing with a jettied cross wing and later 17th-century additions. Grade II* listed for its significant historical importance, the property displays a wealth of original features including leaded light windows, gabled dormers and a striking square chimney stack. Together these elements contribute to a house of considerable character and presence, offering in excess of 3,300 sq ft of beautifully proportioned accommodation.

The property has been comprehensively refurbished throughout by highly regarded local craftsmen with the internal layout reimagined to create a substantial and practical family home. Particular highlights include a bespoke, handmade kitchen by Churchill Brothers of Leavenheath with underfloor heating, exposed chamfered timbers and studwork, a Tudor arched doorway with castellated door head, and visible remnants of historic mullion windows.Three distinctive reception rooms provide excellent entertaining space, with the principal sitting room of special note for its dual aspect and feature staircase. The first floor has been thoughtfully adapted to create an impressive principal suite with dressing room and en-suite facilities, complemented by four further bedrooms, a second en-suite and a well-appointed family bathroom.