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Welcome to Essex Lifestyles Welcome to another sensational edition of the Essex and South Suffolk Lifestyles Magazine, offering you a wonderful selection of luxury properties. Over the years Fine & Country has achieved an enviable reputation for offering unique homes of character and distinction; be they period or modern, cottages or mansions, barns or mill conversions, whatever you are looking for we have them all.
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TOLLESHUNT MAJOR, MALDON A magnificent country house with far reaching views, designed and built to a grand scale and finished to the highest specifications, set in grounds of five acres. At the heart of this remarkable house is the 53’ kitchen family area located at the rear linking to the dining room and separate utility rooms. There is a splendid reception hall and four reception rooms. On the first and second floors there are six en-suite bedrooms and the master suite is dedicated to one entire wing of the first floor and is complimented by a spiral staircase rising to a mezzanine snug / second dressing room. For the equestrian enthusiast the grounds incorporate a stable block with two boxes tack room, storage barn and office. Accommodation extends to main house 8992 sq.ft. EPC C
Guide Price: ÂŁ2,595,000
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THORPE LE SOKEN, FRINTON As you sweep up the drive you cannot fail to be impressed by the wonderful location of this charming home. Surrounded by mature trees and beautifully landscaped gardens, it is a true delight. On the ground floor there is a study, sitting room / bedroom five, dining room, drawing room leading to the garden room, oak fitted kitchen and utility room. On the first floor the master bedroom has an en-suite shower room and there are three further bedrooms and a family bathroom. Set in a plot of 1.05 acre, the gardens are delightful and there is a lovely wooded area. There is a detached double garage with a useful studio above. Accommodation extends to 2073 sq.ft. EPC: C
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Interested to know why Fine & Country are now the largest, most successful estate agent locally, regionally and nationally? Going the extra mile Here at Fine & Country we recognise that every property is unique, and therefore needs to be presented as such. With our successful formula of local expertise, creative marketing and full colour property brochures designed with the use of professional photographers and experienced journalists, you can be guaranteed that your property will stand out from the crowd.
But don’t just take our word for it! The service we have received has been honest, professional and at times over and above the bar. Steve and Melanie have met us at the property countless times, answered a huge number of questions, and been very honest and straight talking.We would recommend them above all others in the local area just for their knowledge of the local market and their honest and non aggressive approach. (Mr & Mrs M)
We found that the service from Fine & Country was second to none. Steve and his team are on the ball, and have the experience to handle difficult negotiations. Highly recommended. (Mr & Mrs J) Thanks very much for your honest and professional service, in particular Melanie. She has kept us informed of the progress all along the way to make sure things went as smoothly as possible. (Mr & Mrs Q)
You only get one chance to make a first impression… With the ever increasing power of the internet it has never been more important to use professional photography and marketing when selling your property. That is why Fine & Country employs the services of experts such as Gary Dod from Adrydog Property Photography.
Here Gary shares some of his wisdom: You can’t take back a first impression. Therefore it is important to entice viewers to a property; make them interested from the very first time they click-on or see a property, and to give them the 'WOW' factor. You can’t do all that in five minutes! I often hear "We don’t use a professional photographer”, or “We have our own expensive camera”, and my response might be “Just because I own a Ferrari, it doesn't make me a racing driver!” Understanding exposure, lighting and what technique is going to best suit a property, are the some of the first steps in creating the exciting image needed to catch a potential buyers' eye. Additionally the option of a land based mast, reaching nearly 60’, can be a fantastic asset when trying to capture a winning photograph of a large building, or positioning within grounds. The extra height can really grab attention. Using specialist professional camera equipment and the latest editing software and techniques can only make a photograph look the best it can be, and therefore portray your home as the best that it can be too. Gary Dod / Fine & Country Photographer www.adrydog.co.uk
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DEDHAM, COLCHESTER Situated in the Heart on Dedham The Tallow Factory is a stunning Grade II listed period home. The property is located just off the High Street and presents generous accommodation arranged over three floors. There are four bedrooms including a magnificent vaulted master bedroom, fitted kitchen, drawing room with a feature fireplace and a living room leading out to the garden. Externally there is a walled garden and two allocated off road parking spaces. Accommodation extends to 2276 sq.ft. EPC: E
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GREAT TOTHAM, MALDON Situated equidistant from Colchester and Chelmsford, this spacious family home sits in its own private surroundings and is hidden from view to the outside world down a country lane. A short walk will take you to the local gastro pub in the village, or Forrester Park golf and leisure complex, but there is plenty to entertain you at home too. High Elms is a dream home, with something for everyone to enjoy whatever their age. The accommodation is well laid out, with four spacious reception rooms including a beautifully proportioned panelled drawing room, and master bedroom suite with balcony, four further bedrooms, shower room and family bathroom. Four acres of gardens, grounds and woodland and a lovely purpose built playground and summer house provide the ideal setting for gatherings of friends and family. Accommodation extends to house 3602 sq.ft EPC: E
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CO M PE TI TI O N Win a three-night stay on the stylish Broom Captain and explore the Broads like never before Fine & Country is delighted to have teamed up with the UKs longest established Boat Builder, Broom Boats, to offer a luxury stay for 2 aboard one of its exquisite, spacious and head-turning Broom “Captain� 35 Coupes. The winner will have the opportunity to explore the Southern Broads in a style and luxury usually only afforded to those who purchase a brand new Broom. Detailed tuition, wonderfully appointed accommodation, and a delightful and spacious entertaining area to the rear of the boat, all allow for an enjoyable environment to admire your surroundings in exceptional style. Why not take this opportunity to discover the beauty of the Broads and Broom Boats hand-in-hand? For more information on Broom Boats, please visit www.broomboatingholidays.com
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The competition closes at 23.59 hours on 14th December 2014 and the lucky winner will be announced in our January newsletter. Fine & Country will automatically add your email address to its own database for occasional marketing purposes. Your email address will not be shared with any other companies apart from Broom Boating Holidays. Please indicate in your email if you do not wish to be contacted by either Fine & Country or Broom Boating Holidays and we will delete your email address from our records.
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EAST HANNINGFIELD, CHELMSFORD Once a redundant village school, this fabulous property has been reinvented as a fantastic home that is full of unique character, with some lovely features that include original doors and pine parquet floors. Set on a 0.26 acre plot and deceptively spacious, the school rooms have been converted into very versatile living accommodation, with a tremendous library complete with a highly efficient wood-burning stove, two further reception rooms and a kitchen breakfast room. On the first floor there are three bedrooms and a family bathroom. What was once the headmistress house has served both as separate two-bedroom annexe and a holiday let, complete with its own garden area. With high hedges providing a very private outdoor space, and yet within easy access to the village, this home is a real discovery for all who visit. Accommodation extends to 3,411 sq.ft. EPC: E
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SIBLE HEDINGHAM, COLCHESTER Down a private track and surrounded by farm land, this impressive double-fronted six-bedroom Victorian property offers a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking for a life that is inspired by the outdoors, but also very well-served in home comforts. Extensive and capacious, the living accommodation has grown with the family: good sized reception rooms provide plenty of space for family gatherings; a snug and study, rooms for retreating to; and an enormous multi-purpose games room, perfectly placed next to the splendid kitchen/diner, a great and versatile space. The grounds extend to 4.5 acres, which includes a tennis court, and with rolling lawns and a paddock, offers the perfect spot for a game of cricket, or equestrian pursuits. The terrace is the ideal spot for a post-match tea or an aperitif ahead of dinner, and with a separate two bedroom granary, the perfect place for visiting guests to retire to at the end of the evening. Accommodation extends to house 5296 sq.ft. granary 798 sq.ft. EPC Graves Hall: E Granary: E
Guide Price: ÂŁ1,500,000
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DEDHAM, COLCHESTER In the enviable position of sitting on what must be one of the loveliest village high streets in the East of England, with its fine array of shops, pubs and services,The Compasses, Dedham is full of history. Once a pub, it dates back to the 15th century, and is awash with original character throughout. Its reception rooms are spacious, and the lovely kitchen diner, a wonderful space for family meals. The courtyard garden is sheltered from almost all weathers, but the pretty conservatory provides a guarantee that whatever the case, visiting guests can retreat to its cover. With Constable’s countryside just a stroll away, this property is a rare treat. Accommodation extends to 2294 sq.ft. EPC exempt.
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LITTLE BRAXTED, MALDON A stunning and most impressive six bedroom family residence dating back to the 17th century in the delightful village of Little Braxted. The property has a grand entrance hall with exposed original beams, a turning staircase and an impressive open fireplace. The double aspect drawing room enjoys a beautiful bay window looking onto the immaculate formal gardens and has an open fireplace. The generous dining room also looks over the front gardens and has beautiful exposed timbers. The kitchen, with its delightful Aga, benefits from a scullery, pantry, cold room and utility room. The six double bedrooms all offer fantastic views over the grounds. The property is set on a plot of approximately 5 acres including formal landscaped gardens and lawn areas. There is garaging, garden sheds, a greenhouse and two pony stables. Accommodation extends to 3809sq.ft. EPC F
Guide Price: ÂŁ1,295,000
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WOODHAM MORTIMER, MALDON This impressive country house dating from 1297 retains many wonderful original features.The house is highly appointed and set in an idyllic and secluded plot of 8.4 acres with excellent equestrian facilities. On the ground floor there are three reception rooms with exposed timbers and redbrick fireplaces and a spacious kitchen breakfast room. On the first floor there are four bedrooms and two bathrooms. Situated in the lovely village of Woodham Mortimer yet within easy access of Chelmsford, and with excellent transport links and a good selection of schools nearby, this family home offers all that you could wish for. Accommodation extends to house 2061 sq.ft. outbuildings 709 sq.ft. EPC exempt.
Guide Price: ÂŁ1,395,000
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LITTLE WALTHAM, CHELMSFORD Can you imagine a more perfect spot for a house, than one that stands at the end of a no-through road, in a totally private plot, with beautifully landscaped gardens extending to 2.8 acres that stretch down to your own river frontage? The property sits overlooking the river both to the front and back. There is a spacious welcoming reception hall leading through to the charming beamed dining room. The well equipped bespoke kitchen is double aspect and there is a utility room off the kitchen. The splendid sitting room is also double aspect and has a wonderful redbrick inglenook fireplace with an oak bressumer and inset stove. Off the sitting room is the conservatory offering lovely views over the gardens. On the first floor the master bedroom has an en-suite bathroom and there are two further bedrooms and a family bathroom. On this floor stairs rise to the stunning minstrel gallery which gives access to another bedroom, a shower and a study area. Accommodation extends to 2792 sq.ft. EPC exempt.
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Luxury cottage holiday accommodation in the beautiful south Norfolk countryside, this sympathetic eightbarn conversion retains many original features. Each barn boasts its own private outdoor seating area and is situated on a working dairy and arable farm in a peaceful rural setting. All Properties are well equipped for a real home from home feel. Linen and towels are included, full central heating throughout, cooking and washing facilities, cots and highchairs for the little ones. Enjoy full use of the new fitness room, relax and unwind in the shared hot tub or have fun with the kids in the onsite games room and soft play area. Perfect for families and those who enjoy walking, fishing, golf and cycling, the local area has much to offer for guests of all ages.
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WAKES COLNE, COLCHESTER This wonderful Georgian house is a spectacular property. Set within three acres of landscaped gardens Wakes Colne House is a home to be cherished and offers a rare chance to live in the house of your dreams. In addition there is a lovely detached coach house. The rooms are all beautifully proportioned, flooded with light from large sash windows, and the wonderfully high ceilings, so typical of Georgian architecture, create such a feeling of space. On the ground floor there are five reception rooms, boot room, a stunning garden room and kitchen breakfast room. There are six bedrooms, two dressing rooms and four bathrooms on the first and second floors. The grounds have been designed and landscaped by Thomas Hoblyn and are truly inspiring. The accommodation extends to house 5802 sq.ft. coach house 1979 sq.ft. EPC exempt.
Guide Price: ÂŁ1,590,000
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DEDHAM, COLCHESTER This wonderfully bright and welcoming family home offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside and is a short distance from the High Street. There are four good size bedrooms, the master bedroom has an en-suite and dressing area, bedrooms two and three share a Jack & Jill en-suite and there is a family bathroom, three reception rooms, study and a well equipped kitchen breakfast room and conservatory. With its light and spacious rooms and lovely sunny south-facing garden, Sunridge is a house that you will always be pleased to return home to. Accommodation extends to 2594 sq.ft. EPC: D
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DEDHAM, COLCHESTER This very pretty cottage is a real gem. Although in need of some updating it is full of character and rather charming. On the ground floor both reception rooms are double aspect and one has a lovely red brick inglenook fireplace, there is also a kitchen, bathroom and utility room. On the first floor there are two double bedrooms and a W.C. The gardens are lovely and very well stocked and back onto open fields. There is also off road parking. Accommodation extends to 1227 sq.ft. EPC: F
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DEDHAM, COLCHESTER This very attractive family home is set in one of the prettiest villages in Essex and has wonderful views over Constable Country. On the ground floor there is a well equipped double aspect kitchen / dining room with views over the garden and adjoining countryside and a rear lobby boot room useful for muddy wellies. There is a good sized double aspect living room with French doors leading out onto a decking area at the rear and an inset wood burning stove which makes this a very cosy room on a winterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s day. On the first floor there are two double bedrooms, a single bedroom and a modern family bathroom. The garden is well laid out and stocked with flower and shrub borders and there are two garden sheds. Accommodation extends to 834 sq.ft. EPC D
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DEDHAM, COLCHESTER This very pretty cottage is situated just off Dedham High Street and offers easy access to all of the amenities in this beautiful Essex village. On the ground floor there is a spacious well equipped kitchen breakfast room with granite work surfaces and the sitting room has a log burner making it very cosy on winter evenings. There are two bedrooms and a family bathroom on the first floor. Outside there is a lovely, very private walled courtyard perfect for alfresco dining. Accommodation extends to 574 sq.ft. EPC: C
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ASHELDHAM, MALDON This grade II listed house is an absolute gem, dating from Tudor times and with so many wonderful original features this is sure to be love at first sight! This is the quintessential English country cottage with red brick fireplaces that contrast with the warm mellow tones of the oak ceiling beams. Brimming with character this is the stuff that dreams are made of. Set in a lovely location with a 0.33 acre plot, it has two double bedrooms and two wonderful reception rooms, a fitted kitchen, detached double garage / workshop and a store / utility room. Accommodation extends to 1,255 sq.ft. EPC exempt.
Guide Price: ÂŁ339,995
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PURLEIGH, CHELMSFORD Admirable from the off, the house is a perfect family abode, built to please. Large open plan spaces, plenty of light and high ceilings were a vital part of the design and are the heart of this lovely family home.The large lawn area and additional paddocks are vast, allowing plenty of space for children to run around and enjoy the outdoors and the post and rail paddock is ideal for horses. Surrounded by glorious views of the exquisite English countryside, Whitmans House is stunning with its modern offerings and unique design. A large open plan kitchen breakfast / dining room is at the heart of this lovely family home. There is also a spacious triple aspect drawing room with a feature slate wood burning stove and galleried reception hall on the ground floor. At basement level there is a splendid cinema room and a home office. On the first floor there are four bedrooms, three with en-suite and a family bathroom. Set on a plot approaching 6 acres with potential for equestrian use. Accommodation extends to 3255.2 sq.ft. EPC: C
Guide Price: ÂŁ1,150,000
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LEXDEN, COLCHESTER Dating most likely from the early 1800â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, this stunning ground floor freehold apartment is unique. With perfect proportions and brimming with original features throughout, its rooms ooze elegance and charm. There is a lovely spacious drawing / dining room with an Edwardian bay window overlooking the beautiful private garden, kitchen breakfast room and two bedrooms. And with parking, garage, basement and no more than a walk into town, this is a fabulous opportunity not to be missed. Accommodation extends to 1377 sq.ft. EPC: F
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Christmas Party Nights Celebrate Christmas in style with your colleagues and friends! Our Christmas Party Nights include a delicious festive dinner and a DJ. Tickets from £25pp.
24th DEC
Carol Singers and Table Magician Bring the family down for a Christmas carol singing performance from the Salvation n Army. Plus there will be a table m magician performing in our lounge bar. This evening is freee to attend!
Michael Bublé lé Tribute Act t Relax tthis Boxing Day evening and enjoy the smooth crooning of this Michael Bublé tribute. Tickets cost £10pp.
27th DEC
26th DEC
Comedy & Cu Curry Night For the final time in 2014 yo you will be reduced to tears of laughter by these hilarious comedians. Tickets cost £20pp in advan advance and include a delicious curry.
New Year’ss Eve Gala Ball The most prestigious and popular event in the Stoke ke by Nayland social calendar. Join us for dinner, dancing and party ty favours. Tickets cost £89pp.
31st DEC
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31st DEC
New Year’s Eve Supper & Disco For a more informal New Year’s Eve, bring your friends and family to our Supper & Disco and enjoy a sumptuous hot and cold buffet dinner and a DJ! Tickets cost £49.50pp.
For bookings please call Christine on 01206 265837 or email christine.davies@stokebynayland.com.
www.stokebynayland.com Keepers Lane, Leavenheath, Colchester CO6 4PZ Tel: 01206 262836
Make your Christmas Party a magical experience. You can choose between two options for festive fun – our Shoestring Party Nights or our Classic Party Nights.
Shoestring Party Nights Shoestring Party Nights are stripped back versions with 2-course dinners and a DJ; these run on 29th November and 10th January and cost just £25pp!
Classic Christmas Party Nights Our Classic Christmas Party Nights are the premium offering and include a delicious 3-course festive menu (shown here), free Photobooth for you to document the evening, a DJ and entry into a prize draw – all for just £39.95pp!
Book your place today by calling 01206 265837 or emailing christine.davies@stokebynayland.com. Ask about our Amazing Partygoer Hotel Rates!
S TA RT E R S
Cream of vegetable soup with thyme and garlic. Atlantic prawns with Asian flavoured salad, ginger and sesame dressing. BBQ pulled pork terrine, bacon and cranberry jam, tortilla. Goats cheese salad with figs and walnuts, pomegranate, mint crystals.
MAIN COURSES Roast East Anglian turkey with bacon roll, sage and onion stuffing, roast potatoes, vegetables, red wine sauce. 12 hour braised beef shin, peppercorn sauce, roast potatoes, vegetables. Baked fillet of sea bream, lentil and chickpea casserole, Moroccan spice, saffron new potatoes. Parsnip honey and chestnut roast loaf, creamed leeks, parsley sauce.
DESSERT Steamed Christmas pudding with brandy sauce. Mulled wine trifle with spiced cherry custard, cinnamon cream, candied pistachios. Chocolate choux pastry, cream cheese and praline mousseline, white chocolate sauce. Stilton, brie and cheddar with grapes and crackers.
www.stokebynayland.com Keepers Lane, Leavenheath, Colchester CO6 4PZ Tel: 01206 262836
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