For Sale6 Bedroom House in Howbridge Road, Witham, Essex, CM8£2,100,000

Howbridge Hall dates from the early 1500’s, Grade II listed within stunning established grounds of almost 2 acres. The main residence provides five impressive receptions, four double bedrooms (3 ensuite) and generous cellar. Adjoining 1/2-bedroom annexe, detached one bedroom cottage with private walled garden, detached double garage with adjoining double cart lodge. Stunning formal grounds with tree lined driveway, further detached gym/dance studio and lake. River walk to the rear to Witham station (0.9 miles). Total living space 5180 sq ft. EPC exempt.<br/><br/>THE PROPERTY<br/><br/>Nestled within mature, secluded grounds just moments from the centre of Witham, Howbridge Hall, is an exceptional residence steeped in centuries of history being one of the original seven ‘Halls’ of Witham. While records suggest a home has stood on this site since Domesday, the current house is believed to date to the 16th century. Constructed of a heavy timber frame with rendered elevations, and a traditional tiled roof, it offers enduring charm and architectural integrity. Internally period features abound—from the richly panelled dining room and principal bedroom to the beautifully aged floorboards and ornate fireplaces.<br/><br/>The elegant drawing room centres around a handsome Tudor fireplace with inset wood-burning stove, blending character with comfort. The principal ground floor rooms enjoy a westerly aspect, overlooking the formal gardens. Adjacent lies a bespoke kitchen with walk in pantry while the rear hosts a light-filled morning room, a private library with floor to ceiling book shelving and bespoke hand-crafted bar, and a functional laundry room with external access onto the courtyard and stairwell leading down to the cellar. To the first floor are four well-proportioned double bedrooms with and ensuite to bedroom two and a Jack and Jill ensuite bathroom to the Master bedroom and bedroom four and a family bathroom with double length shower, each with its own unique view of the grounds.<br/><br/>EXTERNALLY<br/><br/>Howbridge Hall is set at the end of a tree lined driveway, accessed via electric entry gates running past the extensive formal lawns and lavender terrace to the front, passed the main residence and garaging to further double gates beyond Creedy Cottage to the river walk behind.<br/><br/>There is extensive parking which is served by the double garage and adjoining double car port.<br/>The property sits deep within the 2 acres, which is extremely established and private to all boundaries, predominantly laid to lawn with a stunning lake with filtration system to the north west boundary, enjoying numerous seating areas and a large, decked section with lovely pergola beyond wisteria walk and the inner courtyard, between the main house and annexe. A second rear courtyard is accessed beyond the detached Gymnasium / dance studio which has an impressive, vaulted ceiling. It is important to note that Creedy Cottage, located to the Eastern boundary has its own private garden and terrace which is part walled and beautifully landscaped. Beyond this boundary is the river walk which can be used to access the mainline train station. The setting is incredibly peaceful and private and provides spectacular views from the main house and ancillary accommodation.<br/><br/>GARAGING AND OUTBUILDINGS<br/><br/>An impressive, detached garage block with two sets of double doors opening into a double garage with adjoining storage to the rear. A further central full-length storeroom bisects the double garage and adjoining double carport, giving internal access to both. (1,217 sq ft)<br/><br/>CREEDY COTTAGE<br/><br/>A delightful, detached cottage with entrance hall giving access to a ground floor cloakroom also opening into a generous galley kitchen with external access to the private gardens, generous dual aspect living room with wood burning stove and double doors opening onto the rear terrace and gardens. The adjoining dining room also enjoys a dual aspect to the front and rear with turning staircase to the first-floor bedroom and further access into a substantial ground floor shower room. The first-floor bedroom is a generous double again enjoying a dual aspect, Juliette balcony, substantial dressing room and beautiful adjoining ensuite bathroom with separate double length shower. Creedy cottage benefits from its own generous rear grounds which are part walled, private and established. (1,052sq ft).<br/><br/>ANNEXE/DOVECOTE<br/><br/>A lovely one / two-bedroom annexe adjoining the main residence via a covered walkway, offering a generous triple aspect living area, shower room, dual aspect double bedroom with views onto the pond and further second bedroom/dual aspect study. <br/><br/>Services<br/>Mains water, electricity and drainage connected.<br/><br/>Council Tax Band G