STISTED MILL, Kings Lane, Stisted, Braintree, Essex
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STISTED MILL, Kings Lane, Stisted, Braintree, Essex. Stisted Mill, Kings Lane, Stisted, Braintree, Essex. CM77 level oven and grill, plumbing for a dishwasher, hob and 8AG . extractor fan, a breakfast bar and a tiled floor. A door leads Stisted Mill is an attractive and substantial former water mill, to a rear lobby, which give access to a walled courtyard to adjacent to the river Blackwater, and largely dating from the the side, which then accesses the terrace. Beyond this is a 18th century with attractive weatherboarded elevations under bathroom, with a matching white suite, and a cupboard a tiled Mansard roof. The property enjoys a glorious location housing the boiler. overlooking meadowland, and is only a stone’s throw from the The first floor on the easterly elevation comprises a landing popular and sought-after Braintree golf club. The mill was full which access the four bedrooms in this part of the building. functioning until the end of the second world war, and The principal bedroom has a dual aspect, with part vaulted thereafter it operated until approximately 1960. It was largely ceiling, beams to the walls and a range of full height built in converted in late 1970’s, and as such, benefits from the wardrobes. There is a generous en-suite bathroom, fitted building technology available at the time. The accommodation with a jacuzzi bath, matching suite and corner shower is well-presented throughout, but would benefit from some cubicle. There are three further bedrooms, all of a generous updating. size, which have characterful features, one of which has built The accommodation on offer is of a flexible and versatile in wardrobes, and another with the linen cupboard. These nature, and would suit a variety of modern lifestyles. The three are served by a family bathroom with a matching white layout would readily accommodate an annexe or ancillary suite, and pleasant views to the river. accommodation in the western portion of the building, and The remainder of the accommodation is to the westerly side additionally, would provide ideal home office space in this of the wheel room, where the mill stream passes beneath the section of the building. The property blends a delightful mix of building. A door from the reception hall enters the wheel characterful features, and still retains a good number of parts room, which has a large proportion of the original mill of the original mill workings which include the wheel and workings in situ, there is a spiral staircase which rises to the some impressive machinery, and notably a pair of French second level of the wheel room, where a sliding door stones. accesses the fifth bedroom, which would make a perfect The entrance is situated beneath the overhanging lucam with study. This is a delightful room, with a vaulted ceiling, a a door leading to the inviting reception hall, which has beams window through to the wheel room and views to the river. to the walls and ceilings, stairs rising to the first floor, a door Above this is a mezzanine, accessed via the original stairs, to the cloak room, sitting room and kitchen/breakfast room, where there are further mill workings, and a door leading to and another to the wheel room. The sitting room overlooks the extensive loft space, which, subject to the necessary the rear garden and river, and has a door to the west facing consents, could be converted to further living terrace and garden. There is a large red brick fireplace with a accommodation. tiled hearth, oak lintel, and a wood burning stove. An open A door with steps leads to a craft room, which has a half stud partition segregates the spacious dining room, which has glazed internal wall, storage cupboards and stairs down to a further door to the kitchen/breakfast room. the studio/games room. Beyond the craft room is a kitchen, with floor mounted units, a single bowl sink, plumbing for a The kitchen/breakfast room is situated on the easterly dishwasher, storage cupboards and views to the meadow. elevation, with a dual aspect, and has a range of quality This section of the building would readily make an integral German units by ‘Poggenpohl’, Corian worktops, a Neff eye annexe if required, further adding to the versatility of the Kitchen Family bath/shower room accommodation. The studio/games room is a spacious room, with stairs rising to the aforementioned craft room, it has a Lobby Mezzanine dual aspect with views to the river and garden, and an external door to the terrace and garden. In addition, it has its own Wheel room Loft storage cloakroom situated to the front elevation, which is tiled to dado height, with a tiled floor. A door leads directly to the substantial Studio/games room Cloakroom attached garage/workshop, which could be used for a variety of purposes, there is also a door to the rear terrace. Study Garage/workshop nd Outside 2 Kitchen Storage barn The property is approached via a large gravel drive, with paving Craft room Boat house to the front of the property, accessing the front door. The garage is entered directly from the drive, and to the side is a Cloakroom Extensive grounds five-bar gate accessing an extensive area of parking, which in turn leads to the boat house. The grounds are delightful, and benefit from a largely westerly aspect, allowing the occupants to enjoy the afternoon and evening sunshine. Location Immediately to the rear of the mill is a large paved terrace, which is ideal for entertaining, and has delightful views of the Stisted is a most attractive village, with a range of vernacular river, beyond this is a pretty garden, which has an ancient apple architecture, and has a range of services that include a tree providing a focal point. This garden is flanked by a number church of England primary school, public house, post office, of borders that are stocked with evergreen shrubs and village hall and a thriving community. The popular golf club is perennials. situated on Kings Lane. The village is only a short distance from the A120, providing fast access to Colchester and The river forms the boundary to the north and west of the Stansted airport. A wider range of amenities can be found in grounds, with large expanses of meadow, which are the market town of Braintree, just 2 miles away. interspersed with a wide variety of trees which include, horse chestnut, copper beech, apple, willow and sweet chestnut. Access In all about 3.80 acres (sts). Sudbury 13 miles Colchester 13 miles The accommodation comprises: Halstead 7 miles Chelmsford 15 miles Reception Hall Principal bedroom Braintree 2 miles Cambridge 36 miles Sitting room En-suite Braintree-Liverpool St 60 mins Stansted approx. 20 mins Dining room Three further bedrooms Witham-Liverpool St 50 mins Additional information Contact details Services: Main water, gas, electricity, private drainage. Castle Hedingham (01787) 463404 None of the services have been tested by the agent. Long Melford (01787) 883144 Local authority: Braintree District Council (01376) 552 525. Clare (01787) 277811 Viewing strictly by appointment with David Burr. 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