Enjoying a semi-rural position in the heart of the glorious north Essex countryside, on the outskirts of the Dedham Vale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this Grade II listed farmhouse offers generous accommodation, enhanced by a wealth of period features. Accommodation comprises sitting room, kitchen / breakfast room, utility room, office, boot room, cloakroom, cellar, five / seven bedrooms and three bathrooms. The property also benefits from self-contained annex potential, gardens and parking.
With its foundations firmly laid at the beginning of the reign of Elizabeth I, this outstanding farmhouse is designated as 'of special interest' by Historic England, and as such carries a Grade II listing. However, this home easily accommodates the needs and desires of a family enjoying the social and technical developments of the 21st century.
The farmhouse is mentioned by the author F. H. Erith in his publication 'Ardleigh in 1796' as part of Bloomfields Farm and run by Henry Bloomfield himself. The property now takes its name from the redwood tree which grows adjacent to the shingle parking area and the pedestrian path that leads to the front entrance door.
As a throwback to its long past as a working farm, there is another entrance at the rear of the property, where the doorstop is worn with centuries of feet coming in from a hard day - delivering the visitor into the heart of this home, within a few steps of the AGA, which warms the house and its occupants 365 days of the year.
Exposed timbers and fireplaces adorn this home whilst the extraordinarily spacious accommodation allows for its occupants to enjoy social occasions with family and friends.
The kitchen / breakfast room enjoys a triple aspect with a door and windows allowing views across the courtyard. the room is open to a charming reception room, replete with inglenook fireplace and inset wood burning stove, which, in conjunction with the AGA, creates a year-round feeling of warmth and wellbeing.
The generous sitting room is resplendent in period features, with exposed timbers, sash windows and two fireplaces. Double doors lead out from here into the garden.
For those looking for multi-generational accommodation, the farmhouse has the ability to offer a self-contained annex within its walls.
On the first floor, the principal suite is made up of an outstanding bedroom - with vaulted ceiling, exposed brick and timbers - an ensuite and dressing area. For the remainder of the family and guests, there are four further bedrooms a bathroom and shower room.
Two attic bedrooms and a cellar top and tail this delightful property and complete the accommodation.
Outside, to the rear, a large shingle courtyard provides a lovely place in which to enjoy a morning coffee or, perhaps, alfresco dining during the warmer months. The remainder of the garden is laid to lawn, interspersed by mature trees and shrubs, making this a haven in which to relax, away from hectic day to day living.
Entrance Vestibule Half glazed, double doors into entrance vestibule. Windows to two sides.
Sitting Room 32'3" x 13'8" (9.83m x 4.17m). Two sash windows, with secondary glazing, to front aspect. Double-doors to rear aspect. Fireplace with inset wood burner, wood surround and tiled hearth. Further cast-iron fireplace with ornate surround. Bespoke, built-in display and storage alcoves. Exposed struts and timbers. Two radiators.
Lobby 11'6" x 7'7" (3.5m x 2.3m). Stairs to first floor. Partially glazed door to rear. Painted timbers. Under stairs cupboard.
Boot Room 10'6" x 6'3" (3.2m x 1.9m). Window to rear aspect. Built-in cupboards. Exposed timbers. Herringbone pattern brick floor. Door to cellar. Radiator.
Cloakroom 8'3" x 3'4" (2.51m x 1.02m). Window to side aspect. Wash-hand basin with tiled splashback. Low-level WC. Radiator. Herringbone pattern brick floor.
Cellar 13'8" x 11'4" (4.17m x 3.45m). Stone steps to cellar. Electricity connected.
Kitchen / Breakfast Room 22'7" x 12'1" (6.88m x 3.68m). Triple aspect room. Matching wall and base units. AGA. One and half bowl ceramic sink and drainer with mixer-tap. Tiled splashback. Integrated dishwasher. Pantry, with shelving and window. Integrated fridge and freezer. Solid wood worktop. Central island with breakfast bar, storage and breakfast table. Tiled floor. Door to side aspect.
Reception Room 15'8" x 13'3" (4.78m x 4.04m). Dual aspect room with windows to both sides. Inglenook fireplace with bressummer beam and stone hearth. Exposed timbers. Tiled floor. Radiator. Open to kitchen.
Utility Room 13'2" x 9'9" (4.01m x 2.97m). Dual aspect room with windows to both sides. Butler sink. Space for washing machine and tumble dryer. Tiled floor.
Lobby 10'2" x 4'2" (3.1m x 1.27m). Stable door to garden. Built-in cupboard with shelving. Tiled floor. Radiator.
Office 17'4" x 13'3" (5.28m x 4.04m). Dual aspect room with windows to both sides. Brick fireplace with bressummer beam and inset wood burner. Base units with stainless steel sink and mixer-tap. Stairs to first floor. Radiator. Under stair cupboard.
Landing Two doors leading to attic staircases. Stairs to ground floor. Exposed timbers.
Bathroom 9'9" x 6' (2.97m x 1.83m). Window to rear aspect. Panelled bath with shower attachment. Wash-hand basin with storage under. Low-level WC. Half panelled walls. Heated towel rail. Built-in cupboard. Shaving point. Painted timbers. Wood laminate flooring.
Shower Room 9'3" x 3'8" (2.82m x 1.12m). Enclosed shower cubicle with mains shower. Wash-hand basin with storage under. Low-level WC. Towel radiator. Wood laminate flooring. Extractor fan.
Bedroom 13'7" x 12'8" (4.14m x 3.86m). Sash window to front aspect. Two built-in cupboards. Radiator. Exposed timbers.
Bedroom 15'9" x 13'6" max (4.8m x 4.11m max). Sash window to front aspect. Built-in cupboards. 'L' shaped room. Exposed timber.
Principal Bedroom 15'7" x 13'4" (4.75m x 4.06m). Dual aspect room with windows to both sides. Vaulted ceiling. Exposed timbers. Two radiators. Built-in storage.
Ensuite 12'2" x 8' (3.7m x 2.44m). Skylight. Panelled bath with shower attachment. Wash-hand basin with storage under. Low-level WC. Half panelled walls. Heated towel rail. Built-in cupboards - one contains a hot water cylinder. Radiator. Shaving point. Painted timbers.
Landing / Dressing Area 12'3" x 7'8" (3.73m x 2.34m). Window, with secondary glazing, to side aspect. Exposed timbers.
Bedroom 13'1" x 12'2" (4m x 3.7m). Dual aspect room with windows, with secondary glazing, to both sides. Exposed brick chimney breast. Built-in storage, desk and shelving. Radiator.
Landing 9'9" x 6'10" (2.97m x 2.08m). Skylight. Cupboard containing hot water cylinder. Stairs to ground floor.
Bathroom 9'8" x 6' max (2.95m x 1.83m max). Skylight. Panelled bath with shower attachment. Pedestal wash-hand basin. Concealed low-level WC. Extractor fan. Towel radiator. Partly tiled.
Bedroom 13'2" x 10'7" (4.01m x 3.23m). Dual aspect room with windows to both sides. Built-in wardrobe. Radiator.
Attic Bedroom 14'3" x 6'7" (4.34m x 2m). Window to front aspect. Solid wood staircase. Restricted head room. Exposed timbers.
Attic Bedroom 26'5" x 5'8" (8.05m x 1.73m). Dual aspect room with windows to front and rear. Built-in cupboard. Restricted head room. Exposed timbers.
Semi-detached Barn 24'6" x 13'5" (7.47m x 4.1m). Providing storage / workspace. The adjacent barn is undergoing conversion to residential - this will be completed Summer 2022.
Outside Two five-bar gates allow access to a shingle driveway. To the rear, the garden commences with a patio and is partially enclosed by wall, the remainder is enclosed by panel fencing.
Agents note Property has right of access along a private driveway - whereby the vendors have shared repair costs.
Two fields - of approximately one acre each (STS) - available by separate negotiation.
The house benefits from the ability to have a self-contained annex within it.
Waste disposal via a treatment plant
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