Location

Grove Hall is located to the south of the centre of Tolleshunt Knights, in a peaceful turning with nearby open countryside. Tolleshunt Knights is a charming village well-served by several nearby schools, making it an excellent choice for families. Local primary schools include Tiptree Heath Primary School and Milldene Primary School in nearby Tiptree. For secondary education, Thurstable School Sports College and Sixth Form Centre in Tiptree. Private schooling options are also available within a reasonable distance, including Felsted School and Colchester High School. Nearby Tiptree provides a variety of shops, including a Tesco Superstore, independent retailers and the famous Wilkin & Sons jam shop. For more extensive shopping, Maldon, Witham and Colchester are all within easy reach, offering everything from high-street brands to independent boutiques.

The city of Chelmsford is about 15 miles away, accessible via the A12 or by train from nearby Witham or Kelvedon stations. Chelmsford offers excellent shopping, dining, and leisure options, as well as direct train services to London Liverpool Street. Maldon is around 8 miles away, known for its charming riverside walks, and the famous Promenade Park. Witham is approximately 9 miles from Tolleshunt Knights, and offers a direct train service to London Liverpool Street, with journey times of around 40-45 minutes.

For rail commuters, Witham and Kelvedon are the closest stations, both on the mainline to London Liverpool Street. Tolleshunt Knights is surrounded by beautiful countryside, making it a haven for walkers and cyclists. The village is near the Blackwater Estuary, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering stunning coastal scenery and diverse wildlife. There are also numerous footpaths and bridleways to explore.
The nearby village of Tollesbury, just 5 miles away. Known as the 'Sailing Village', it boasts a marina, salt marshes and access to the Essex coastline.

Description

Grove Hall is a wonderful example of well maintained and restored early C17, timber framed country house, occupying a private setting within 5 miles of the waterside village of Tollesbury and 15 miles from the city of Chelmsford.

Extended in C19/C20, the main house offers over 3,000 sq ft of accommodation beautifully arranged over two levels with many fine period features and some contemporary design features. To the side of house is a detached one bedroom annexe. Additionally, there is a double garage providing further self-contained space with a first floor studio room.

The property is approached from the front through a welcoming reception hall which leads to a versatile snug and a generously sized kitchen/breakfast room, beautifully appointed with bespoke cabinetry, stone worktops, an impressive AGA stove and an island unit with breakfast bar seating. Double doors connect the kitchen to a formal dining room, which features French doors that open seamlessly out to the rear garden.

The bedroom accommodation is thoughtfully arranged across two distinct first-floor wings. One staircase from the hallway leads to three bedrooms, including one with an en suite, along with a family bathroom. A second staircase within the linking section provides access to two additional bedrooms, with a well-appointed family bathroom conveniently positioned between them.

To the side of the house, is The Granary. A timber frame building currently configured as a one bedroom annexe.

Outside
The property is discreetly set within its grounds and approached via a timber five-bar gate that opens on to a gravelled driveway. This driveway leads to the front of the house, offering ample parking for numerous vehicles and access to a double garage with studio accommodation above, kitchenette and WC facilities.

The gardens and grounds, which surround both the main house and The Granary, have been beautifully designed and planted to provide year-round colour and enjoyment. Paved terracing adjoining the house creates an ideal setting for al fresco dining. This terrace extends to areas of lawn, interspersed with specimen plants and mature trees, while a natural pond adds a wonderful feature, attracting wildlife, and with aquatic planting.

To the side of the main house, a charming stone-edged pathway winds through the grounds, connecting the main house to The Granary accommodation.

All in around 0.84 of an acre.

Services
Oil-fired central heating. Mains water and electricity services are connected. Klargester private drainage.

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