LAMB HOUSE, Lamb lane, Sible Hedingham, Halstead, Essex

LAMB HOUSE, Lamb lane, Sible Hedingham, Halstead, Essex

Lamb House, Lamb Lane, Sible Hedingham, Halstead, Essex, CO9 3RT Lamb House is a simply outstanding Grade II listed village property believed to have originally been a 16 th Century coaching inn. The property has been exceptionally well cared for by the current owners and this is clearly evident upon any visit. It provides stunning family accommodation of a versatile nature on the periphery of this well sought after North Essex village. The property is entered via an attractive panelled and glazed door leading a split level entrance hall which has oak parquet flooring. From here all the principal areas of the house can be accessed. The drawing room is situated to the Southerly aspect of the house and is a delightful room with a dual aspect having a striking red brick fireplace with oak lintel above and a wood burner set upon a mandarin stone hearth. The room benefits from a heavily timbered ceiling, oak parquet flooring and French doors leading to a South and West facing terrace making it ideal for large scale family entertaining. The charming dining room is located in the centre of the property and has attractive oak frame work on display to the ceilings, oak parquet flooring and a substantial inglenook fireplace with mandarin stone hearth. This room has a triple aspect to the front elevation, two of which are a bay style and gives views toward the Colne Valley. The exceptionally well appointed kitchen/breakfast room forms the heart of the house having oak parquet flooring throughout and has been designed in a modern style which blends perfectly with the period features. The units are made and designed by En Masse with dark work surfaces, Gaggenau cooking appliances with an induction hob set within the impressive and substantial island unit which has a breakfast bar. There is an integrated Liebherr fridge/freezer and Miele dishwasher. An attractive minimalist fireplace with inset wood burning stove on a mandarin stone plinth creates a focal point for the snug area and an impressive pantry with marble cold shelf and adjacent shelving complete the kitchen. A well appointed cloakroom is accessed via an oak ledge and board door and has a rectangular wash hand basin with storage unit beneath, matching w.c and solid oak flooring. A square arch leads to a useful cloaks area and boot storage. A games room boasts red brick flooring, beams to the walls and ceiling and benefits from a large glazed opening with a door on the Southerly aspect directly accessing the entertaining terrace. There are a second set of stairs rising to the first floor from this room. Adjacent to this is a large and well appointed utility room with a range of floor standing units with a sink, brick flooring and a door leads to a plant room. The accommodation on the first floor is equally delightful and charming with the principal bedroom situated to the Southerly elevation of the property. This stunning room has a dual aspect enabling it to take advantage of the views to the grounds and beyond. A solid oak door leads to a lavishly appointed en-suite shower room with tiled floor and an oak vanity unit with sink above. An etched glass door leads to an adjoining cloakroom. Stairs rise from the principal suite to the second floor which provides extensive dressing and storage space. There are four further bedrooms on the first floor which are accessed via an attractive split level landing displaying fine period features throughout and benefiting from ample storage. There is a lavishly appointed family bathroom with heavy oak framing, solid oak flooring, an oval free standing bath on a raised plinth, a rectangular wash hand basin and w.c. To the Westerly elevation of the property is a fully tiled shower room with Velux roof light and matching suite. There is potentially a sixth bedroom which is currently used as a study. Such is the arrangement of the house that it could readily provide annexe accommodation if required as one of the bedrooms and shower rooms are accessed by a separate staircase giving access to the games room which could be used as a reception room and the utility room would provide a kitchen. It would be fair to say that Lamb House is a stunning village property offering accommodation that combines huge depth of character and versatility in a prominent location on the periphery of this well served North Essex village within walking distance of the amenities. The property is approached via a gravel drive and five bar gate leading to an extensive area of parking which is flanked by well stocked raised sleeper beds adjacent to which is a stable block/workshop with slate roof and boarded elevations with a post and rail compound. The South and West facing rear gardens are an absolute delight being partly walled on the North and Westerly elevation giving a high degree of privacy and seclusion.

There is an impressive Gabriel Ash greenhouse which is situated against the South facing garden wall. A charming winding brick path is bordered by neatly manicured lawns which access an extensive split level paved entertaining terrace which benefits from a South and Westerly aspect enabling it to take advantage of the all day sun. This is flanked by densely stocked herbaceous borders boasting a variety of shrubs and perennials providing year round colour and interest. A dwarf mellow red brick wall leads to a further expanse of lawn which is screened by mature hedging, densely stocked herbaceous borders and a large eucalyptus tree providing a focal point. There are a variety of fruit trees and an ornamental pond adding further interest. The grounds at Lamb House are delightful and a credit to the owners. There is further gated access that leads to Swan Street if required and there was planning permission in place to erect a garage and a new front wall but this has now lapsed. In all about 0.5 acres sts. Location Sible Hedingham is a popular and well served village offering a wide range of amenities including Co-op, butchers, bakers, hairdressers, chemists, post office, garages and schools, public house and the impressive Church of St Peters. The nearby market towns of Halstead and Sudbury provide for more extensive needs including rail connections to London Liverpool Street from Braintree, Kelvedon 12 miles and Witham 15 miles. Agents Notes The gardens are considered to be important and as such have been accepted to the National Garden Scheme. The property benefits from Sky Q throughout and wired for wi-fi with signal boosters. The immaculately presented accommodation comprises: Entrance hall Dressing room Drawing room Family shower room Access Halstead 4 miles Braintree 8 miles Sudbury 8 miles Braintree Liverpool St 60 mins Stansted approx 30 mins M25 J27 approx 50 mins Dining room Snug Kitchen/breakfast room Utility room Cloakroom Boot room Family bathroom Bedroom 6/Study South and West facing grounds Large parking area Potential for garage/cartlodge Potential for integral annexe 5 Bedrooms Substantial outbuilding En-suite shower room Village location

Additional information Services: Main water, electricity and drainage. Gas fired heating to radiators. None of the services have been tested by the agent. Local authority: Braintree District Council (01376) 552 525. Viewing strictly by appointment with David Burr. DAVIDBURR.CO.UK Contact details Castle Hedingham (01787) 463404 Long Melford (01787) 883144 Clare (01787) 277811 Leavenheath (01206) 263007 Woolpit (01359) 245245 Bury St Edmunds (01284) 725525 Newmarket (01638) 669035 London (020) 7390888 Linton & Villages (01440) 784 346 NOTICE. Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of these sales details, they are for guidance purposes only and prospective purchasers or lessees are advised to seek their own professional advice as well as to satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their correctness. No representation or warranty whatever is made in relation to this property by David Burr or its employees nor do such sales details form part of any offer or contract.