This exquisite country home has been part of the local landscape for centuries and has been the residence of the current owner's family for over 150 years. Located in a secluded setting within 10 acres of paddocks, pasture, and mature gardens, the property boasts beautifully proportioned rooms, including a drawing room with high ceilings, parquet flooring, and floor-to-ceiling sash windows. The entrance hall leads to a corridor with a circular staircase that rises to the second floor, and a pair of gothic arched French doors open to a patio with a vine-covered pergola. The property also features a snug room, a dining room, and a kitchen with a Rayburn and a butler sink. The seven bedrooms and two bathrooms are located on the second and attic floors, and there are also three staircases that lead to the second floor. The property is nestled within approximately 10 acres of paddocks, pasture, and mature gardens, including a wonderful walled garden that once provided home-grown produce to the surrounding area. The main garden is located at the rear of the property and features an expansive lawn, well-stocked beds, and a small stream. The property is freehold and is located within easy reach of the A12 dual carriageway, and the nearby towns of Dedham and Colchester provide a range of shopping, educational, recreational, and commercial facilities.