Countess Cross, Colne Engaine... 6 bed equestrian property for sale

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Countess Cross, Colne Engaine... 6 bed equestrian property for sale

Countess Cross, Colne Engaine, Colchester, CO6
£1,895,000

Our Summary

  • A large barn, currently serving as storage, presents outstanding potential for a range of future uses, subject to the necessary consents
  • While functional, the annexe would benefit from updating and offers an excellent opportunity to create a guest suite
  • Beyond the formal garden lies a paddock, which includes a tennis court in need of refurbishment

Description

Countess Cross House is a beautifully presented, unlisted country house with an annexe and outbuildings, set in 3.2 acres of landscaped gardens and grounds. The property features high ceilings, large sash windows, and a sympathetically reconfigured open-plan kitchen/dining/family room. The house has been well maintained, with period detailing and updated interiors in a natural color palette. The accommodation includes a reception hall, four reception rooms, a cellar, and up to six bedrooms on the first floor, accessed via two independent staircases. The property also features a range of outbuildings, including five individual stables, a large barn, and a self-contained annexe. The gardens and grounds offer a private courtyard, formal gardens, a paddock, and a kitchen garden, with far-reaching easterly views and nearby access to footpaths and bridleways.