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8 Bedroom other ● Thorington Street, Stoke By Nayland ● £3,000,000
Grade II Georgian 8-bed estate in a rare Dark Sky zone. Features grand receptions, pool, tennis court, walled orchard & equestrian facilities.
A masterpiece of elegance and celestial peace in the heart of Constable Country.
The main residence presents a classic silhouette of grey brick elevations under a slate roof, with its south-facing façade famously draped in mature wisteria. Internally, the home is a masterclass in Georgian proportion, featuring soaring ceilings, refined architraves, and original sash windows with working shutters.
Reception Spaces:
From the York stone terrace, a grand entrance hall, complete with a discreet walk-in drinks cupboard, leads to a series of elegant rooms. These include a sophisticated sitting room with a Jetmaster fireplace, a charming morning room with oak flooring and decorative cornicing, and a formal dining room featuring traditional window seats.
The Drawing Room:
A highlight of the 2000 extension, this magnificent, light-drenched room features stripped pine flooring and sash windows that open directly onto the verdant gardens.
The Culinary Heart:
The western wing is dedicated to a high-specification kitchen, anchored by a four-oven electric Aga and a central island. Practicality is prioritized with a walk-in larder, a secondary study, and a comprehensive utility/boot room complex perfect for country life.
Bedrooms & Accommodation
The first floor is an expansive sanctuary of eight bedrooms. The principal suite offers an open-plan dressing area and a lavish en-suite bathroom. Two additional guest suites feature private bathrooms, while the five remaining well-proportioned bedrooms are served by three further bathrooms, ensuring ample space for family and guests alike.
Grounds & Equestrian Facilities
Set within meticulously landscaped gardens, the exterior of Thorington House is designed for both leisure and equestrian pursuits.
Leisure & Gardens:
A heated, tiled swimming pool is framed by wide stone paving and two bespoke pool houses.
In addition, there is an "enchanted" walled garden, home to an orchard of plum, pear, apricot, and greengage trees.
Equestrian Excellence:
A dedicated concrete yard serves a comprehensive stable block comprising five loose boxes, tack room, and hay store. A full-size manège with a professional sand and rubber surface is accessed via a separate private driveway.
The Coach House.
Full of character, this striking Coach House showcases attractive red-brick and peg-tile craftsmanship. A front driveway leads to a private parking area, framed by a lean-to log store and a charming potting shed with a kennel to one side. The ground floor accommodation is both spacious and functional, centring around a kitchen equipped with a warm Aga and fitted units, a cosy sitting room, and a handy boot room leading outside. A utility/drying room, two bedrooms, and a shower room are also located on this level. Upstairs, the first floor serves as a peaceful retreat, dedicated entirely to the main bedroom suite and its large, bathroom.
A Rare Location: The Dedham Vale
Situated in the heart of the protected Dedham Vale, the landscape that inspired Constable and Gainsborough, Thorington House offers a lifestyle of unparalleled tranquillity.
Notably, the surrounding hamlet of Thorington Street holds the distinction of being the first International DarkSky Community in England. This prestigious designation guarantees exceptionally low light pollution, offering residents a front-row seat to the cosmos and a level of rural peace that is increasingly rare in the modern world.
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Without a doubt there are two large driving forces for people moving to the area. The excellent range of private and state schools. The grammar schools annually top the league tables across the country. The range of private schools offer a more tailored education and are exceptionally well sought after. The second, being value for money, although, as the town grows, house prices within the area look to rise steadily within the coming years.
- £375,517 Average price paid Source: Land registry
- 1,739 Registered applicants with branch Source: Chewton Rose
- 5,972 Properties sold in last twelve months Source: Land registry
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The information displayed about this property comprises a property advertisement. This property advertisement does not constitute property particulars. The information is provided and maintained by chewton rose. Please contact the chewton rose office directly to obtain full property particulars and any information which may be available under the terms of The Energy Performance of Buildings (Certificates and Inspections) (England and Wales) Regulations 2007 and The Home Information Pack Regulations 2007.
