Coles Oak Lane, Dedham, Essex, CO7

Commanding an exceptional position within one of Dedham’s most prestigious enclaves, this remarkable country residence is set within approximately six acres of private grounds, enjoying breathtaking, far-reaching views across the Dedham Vale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, extending towards Dedham High Street and the unmistakable tower of St Mary’s Church.

Discreetly approached via a gated entrance, the property immediately conveys a sense of arrival, privacy, and exclusivity. Beyond, the house unfolds into a beautifully curated interior where classic architecture has been masterfully reimagined for modern living.

Accommodation

Ground floor

At its heart lies a good size reception hall, setting the tone for the generous and impeccably presented accommodation beyond. Five principal reception rooms offer a refined balance of formal entertaining space and relaxed family living, each enjoying an abundance of natural light and an outlook over the surrounding grounds. The bespoke kitchen, handcrafted by Orwells of Ipswich, is both striking and functional - designed as a central gathering space and complemented by a fully equipped utility and laundry room. There is also a tanked basement/cellar.

First floor

The bedroom accommodation is equally impressive, with seven beautifully proportioned bedrooms and four well-appointed bathrooms one of which is on the ground floor - offering flexibility for family life, guests, and multi-generational living.

Outside

The lifestyle offering here is truly exceptional. To accompany the heated pool is a recently constructed pool house which elevates the property to another level, providing a luxurious, self-contained leisure and entertaining suite complete with a fully fitted kitchen, underfloor heating, gym, and changing facilities - perfectly suited to both intimate relaxation and large-scale hosting. For those working from home is a detached and well furbished office which can be accessed from the second entrance which also gives way to the double garage.

The grounds are as compelling as the house itself: sweeping lawns, mature planting, and a private tennis court create an idyllic setting, all carefully oriented to capture the spectacular views across open countryside.
This is a rare and distinguished offering—an exquisite country home combining scale, privacy, and refined contemporary living, set against one of Essex’s most celebrated landscapes.

What’s Nearby

Upper Park is situated on the edge of the attractive village of Dedham which is situated in the Dedham Vale preservation area in the heart of Constable country on the Essex/Suffolk Borders.

Colchester (6 miles) and Ipswich (7 miles) away. The village is formed from several exceptional period buildings and provides good local shopping facilities including a small supermarket, renowned restaurants and a number of public houses.

The village benefits from a sought after primary school and further schooling in both the private and state sector is easily accessible with Littlegarth at Nayland, Holmewood House just outside Colchester and Orwell Park to the east of Ipswich. Dedham is positioned mid-way between Ipswich, the county town of Suffolk and Colchester which is reputed to be the oldest Roman town in England.

There is ready access to the A12 and the commuter can take advantage of train services to London’s Liverpool Street Station from either Manningtree or Colchester. Train times from Colchester to London Liverpool Street are from 49 minutes and to Stratford from 43 minutes. All times and mileages are approximate.