For Sale7 Bedroom Farm House in Toppesfield Road, Finchingfield, Braintree, CM7£1,950,000

An important Georgian residence built in 1789 extending to 5,689 sq ft of family living space over three floors with further cellar/wine storage below. There are three principal receptions with further independent study and substantial office with separate bathroom, previously utilised as a substantial annexe. Seven double bedrooms, two ensuites, family bathroom and family shower room. Stunning, established grounds including tennis court, kitchen garden, expansive lawns and picturesque pond. Surrounded by far reaching countryside, set within the most idyllic of settings. Triple bay garage and further outbuildings. The property is not listed. EPC D. THE PROPERTY The accommodation is predominantly arranged over three floors and comprises a welcoming lobby opening to a spacious entrance hall featuring an elegant staircase leading to the upper floors. There are several reception rooms including a dining room, drawing room and a sitting room. The rooms are perfect for hosting guests or family living, with large sash windows allowing for plenty of natural light. The heart of the home is a charming, well-equipped kitchen leading to a utility room, providing additional storage and separating the main house from a potential annexe. This part of the house is independently accessed and has a study which was previously used as a double bedroom and an impressive office which was previously an extensive open plan kitchen/living room with wood burning stove. Inner lobby and bathroom. Served by its own driveway and gated entrance and would be ideal for a dependent relative, if required. There is also a cellar offering additional storage and potential for wine storage. To the first floor is the principal bedroom, which is a spacious room with an en suite bathroom and built in wardrobes. There are three additional bedrooms and a family bathroom. To the second floor there are three further bedrooms, perfect for family members or guests. A bathroom serves these second-floor bedrooms. OUTSIDE The gardens at Park Farm have been meticulously planted and beautifully maintained offering an interesting and private space. The property is approached over a gated drive, leading to a generous parking area which features a circular design at its centre. Part of the garden is framed with box hedging, which lines the pathways and borders, creating a sense of order and structure. A terrace wraps around the house, offering a perfect area for outdoor dining and entertaining. The garden features extensive areas of well-maintained lawn. A natural pond is a particular feature of the garden, attracting a variety of wildlife. To the corner of the garden is a tennis court and a triple bay garage. In addition to the garage, the garden features a range of storage buildings. There are a number of established trees and hedges providing a natural screen around the property. In all extending to approximately 2.86 acres (stls). LOCATION Park Farmhouse occupies an idyllic semi-rural location, with the benefit of good communications into London and only approximately 2.8 miles from the village of Finchingfield, one of the most attractive North West Essex villages with a green and pond surrounded by a number of shops, restaurants, tea rooms and public houses. Village facilities include a primary school and an award-winning Health Centre. The Historic market towns of Saffron Walden (14.2 miles) and Great Dunmow (11.6 miles) offer more comprehensive amenities. The main line railway station at Audley End (approx.16.5 miles) provides a service to London Liverpool Street as does Braintree Station (approx. 10.2 miles). Bishop's Stortford offers further amenities including access to the M11, junction 8, connecting with the M25. Cambridge is approximately 27.8 miles distant. There are a number of well-established independent schools serving the area including Dame Bradbury's school in Saffron Walden and Felsted school.