Sturmer

An Excellent Equestrian Property located on the Essex/Suffolk Border with a five-bedroom house, Swimming Pool, Quadruple Garage, Stables, and 3.45 acres in all.

What We Say

This property offers a great opportunity, especially for those who will enjoy the equestrian facilities. While the house is a little dated in parts, it offers much potential, ranging from the attached quadruple garage that could easily become additional accommodation or an annexe (stp), with further space for garaging and additional parking at the front if required.

What The Owners Say

This was our late mother’s property, and we grew up at Charcroft House. The home was always filled with our family’s love of horses, while our dad enjoyed spending time in the enormous garage renovating cars. The living spaces have always been wonderful, with the lounge being especially perfect at Christmas — complete with a roaring fire and bar.

History & Background

This property presents an exciting opportunity for the equestrian enthusiast, being keenly priced and offered with no onward chain.
The house is full of character, featuring two open fireplaces, and offers five bedrooms upstairs. The main bedroom benefits from an en-suite and dressing room, while there are also two additional bathrooms across the ground and first floors. A particular highlight is the attached quadruple garage with internal access, which could provide scope for further living space, especially if an annexe is desired (stp). The generous front garden also offers potential for creating an extended parking area or even the addition of a cartlodge/garage (stp).

The equestrian facilities include an L-shaped stable block with three large stables, a feed room, a tack room, and a hay store. The adjoining grazing land is interconnected, with a grass track providing vehicle access via the bridleway.

Buyers should note that the guide price reflects the likelihood that some updating may be desired, though the property is well presented and ready for immediate occupation for both humans and horses.

Setting & Location

The property is located in the picturesque village of Sturmer, within the district of Braintree, Essex. Positioned at the northernmost edge of Essex, it lies approximately 13 miles northeast of Halstead, close to the Suffolk border and within easy reach of Cambridge. This excellent setting provides convenient access to major road links, including the M11.

Set on the edge of Sturmer village, the property enjoys a peaceful semi-rural position with only a handful of neighbouring homes and open countryside all around. From the property, bridleway access leads directly into the surrounding countryside, ideal for outdoor pursuits. Local schooling options are within easy reach, with a primary school in Ridgewell and a range of facilities in nearby Haverhill, which is less than 2 miles away.

For equestrian enthusiasts, the property is exceptionally well placed. A variety of equestrian centres are all within an hour’s drive, including Codham Park, Frenches Farm, Finchingfield, and Suffolk Equestrian Centre. The Higham Point-to-Point course is also nearby, while Newmarket, the world-renowned home of British horse racing, is just 14 miles from the property.

Halstead 13 miles* Braintree 17 miles* Safron Walden 15 miles* Stansted Airport 21.5 miles* Cambridge 22 miles

Ground Floor Accommodation

The original front door, now seldom used, opens to a hallway that lends itself well as a study. The main entrance is via a separate front door leading into a welcoming hall, which provides internal access to the quadruple garage – a superb space with excellent potential for conversion to additional living accommodation (STP). From here, there is also access to a stylish ground-floor bathroom, complete with modern fittings and a heated towel rail.

The kitchen/breakfast room is partly open plan to the dining room, featuring a tiled floor, modern light green cabinetry, and quartz worktops. A striking exposed brick detail adds character, while a Classic range oven (available by separate negotiation) offers practical appeal. There is ample space for a breakfast table, and patio doors from the dining area open directly onto the rear terrace.

Two sitting rooms provide versatile living spaces. The smaller sitting room/snug features a charming open fireplace and a staircase rising to the first floor. The larger family room boasts an impressive Inglenook-style brick fireplace with an open fire, together with a bar, creating an inviting space for entertaining.

First Floor Accommodation

On the first floor are three larger double bedrooms and two smaller single/double bedrooms, alongside a family shower room. The main bedroom is dual aspect with steps up into the en-suite shower room which double up as a dressing room. There are views from most rooms, particularly from the rear elevation over the adjoining paddock land.

Grounds

The gardens extend to just under half an acre and include an extensive front garden with a long driveway, secure close-boarded gates, and parking with ample space to create further parking. To one side, a vehicle-gated entrance provides access to the rear, as well as to the adjoining double-width, double-length quadruple garage. The landscaped rear garden features terrace areas and an outdoor swimming pool (currently unheated). Beyond, lawns and mature trees create a natural backdrop, leading seamlessly to the first paddock.

Equestrian Facilities

Adjoining the property are nearly 3 acres of paddocks, with vehicle-gated access directly from the bridleway into the side paddock. The paddocks are interconnected with a gated division, allowing flexible use. The timber-built stable block is arranged in an L-shape and comprises three well-proportioned stables, together with a dedicated feed room and tack room. Both water and electricity are connected.

Agents Notes

• The property comprises four registered titles EX782013 (House and 0.44 acres) EX858948 (Triangle with vehicle access of 0.99 acres) EX512695 (Land with stables behind house of 0.89 acres) EX614214 (Triangle of land beyond of 0.95 acres).
• Buyers looking to obtain a mortgage should inform their lender or mortgage adviser that the property consists of four adjoining titles, as this may affect some lenders’ ability or decision to offer a mortgage.
• EX858948 affords a right of vehicle access over the neighbouring farmland.
• Our client has completed a Propertymark questionnaire, providing potential buyers with further helpful information. Please request this from the selling agent.

Services

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Mains Electricity

Mains Gas

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EPC rating: D. Tenure: Freehold,