<|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|> Here is a summary of the property description in a single paragraph: Mill Retreat is a unique, Grade II listed residence situated between Shalford and Wethersfield, near Braintree. The property is approached via a private driveway and is surrounded by rolling countryside and the River Pant. The interior combines period elegance with modern luxury, featuring a grand reception hall, a bespoke kitchen/dining room, and elegant living rooms with French doors opening to the garden. The property also includes a family bathroom, three bedrooms, and a study, as well as a principal bedroom with private dressing area and en-suite bathroom. The beautifully landscaped gardens feature a patio, a detached outbuilding/studio, and a gated courtyard providing ample parking. This rare opportunity offers a lifestyle of timeless charm, seclusion, and sophistication.