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5 Bedroom barn conversion ● Shop Road, Little Bromley ● £750,000
It was clear from the plans that the Grade II Listed building, which was set in a conservation area, offered ample space for his family, including the option of creating an annexe.
It was clear from the plans that the Grade II Listed building, which was set in a conservation area, offered ample space for his family, including the option of creating an annexe.
"I had been a lover of barns for a considerable time and had been looking for just the right one," he admitted.
"This one seemed perfect and was in a great location for travelling to Colchester, Harwich and Ipswich, as well as to other parts of the country to which I needed to travel for work.
"It was also within easy reach of Manningtree Station, with its mainline trains to London."
HEART OF OAK
Thought to date back to the 16th century, The Barn has a fascinating history, Keith explained.
"The barn originally had a thatched roof and it is said the timbers used to construct it were from ships that limped back to Wivenhoe after the battle of Spanish Armada.
"Evidence of this can be seen from the candle burns on the face of some timbers and the diamond cuts, which reflect the construction of ships' windows dating back to that period."
The Barn was initially part of a working farm and would have been used as a grain store. Walls surrounding the garden are also Listed; one has an arch, where smaller animals, such as pigs, would once have entered.
Yellow bricks used to form the steps to the front entrance were unearthed within the area now used as the study or fourth bedroom.
"All replacement timbers had to be English oak, which meant work often had to be stopped while we waited for the right wood. The timber that forms the main support next to the entrance is said to be from a tree that fell during a storm on Elton John's property!"
CHARACTER HOME
The conversion was carried out in strict consultation with planners and conservationists.
"We created large windows to reflect the barn entrances that would once have been here and to ensure plenty of natural light came into the house," said Keith.
"We wanted it to retain that barn feel, with all the original beams showing, but at the same time keeping it bright, open and clear."
The character of the building is enhanced by the presence of solid oak floors throughout much of the property, as well as terracotta tiles in the kitchen. Flooring on the upper level is made from wood thought to be about 200 years old.
"The sitting room is very much the focal point of the whole house. This is an impressive space, which still feels very much like a barn. It has a high vaulted ceiling and is a gorgeous room."
TRULY RELAXING
As a whole, The Barn has been a superb family home, said Keith.
"The annexe has a separate bedroom, bathroom, sitting room and kitchen, and was initially used by my son - then later my daughter moved in. It has been ideal for anyone needing a little independence," he said.
"While the sitting room is used by all of us on most days, the dining room is really for special occasions and when the whole family is over for Sunday lunch, the rest of the time we eat in the kitchen breakfast room."
He added: "This place has been ideal for all of us. It was a secure home when the children were younger and now we have grandchildren they can also play inside and out quite safely.
"This is one of those places that you can return home to after a busy day, shut the gates and then just let the rest of the world go by."
BACK IN TIME
The Barn has been part of the history of Little Bromley and its farming community for centuries.
The village itself also goes back a long way. The name "Bromley" is Old English for "broomy wood or clearing."
St Mary the Virgin Church, at Little Bromley, is also considered to be a very historic building. Now redundant, it is designated by English Heritage as a Grade II* Listed building and is under the care of the Churches Conservation Trust.
Its name dates from the early 12th century. In the 14th century the chancel was rebuilt. The lower stages of the tower date from the early 15th century.
ACCOMMODATION
GROUND FLOOR ACCOMMODATION
A glazed entrance with central door leads to a
- WHATS NEARBY
- Little Bromley is a village towards the east of Colchester, with a local village public house and some enjoyable country walks and cycle rides. It is accessed from the A120 or from the A137 from Lawford being within close proximity to Manningtree, Colchester, and Harwich. There are mainline railway facilities a short distance away at Manningtree providing links to London Liverpool Street, Ipswich and Norwich and the International Port of Harwich. There is good primary schooling at Lawford and secondary schooling at Manningtree and the A120 is short distance away providing links to the International Port of Harwich, A12, M25 and beyond. The property sits a short distance away from Colchester town centre along the A120 or A133 offering a varied range of shopping and leisure facilities, restaurants/cafes, bars and clubs. Colchester also hosts it's acclaimed Zoo and Castle. For those seeking summer days out the beach at Frinton-on-Sea is also within easy reach
- WITHIN EASY REACH
- The property is situated within a short distance of the A12 which links off to the A14 and M11 and has easy access to Stansted Airport. The towns of Colchester and Ipswich are also within easy reach.
- DIRECTIONS
- Arriving at the village of Little Bromley, continue on to Bromley Road and then Harwich Road, turn right on to the A120 and take the 2nd left onto Bentley Road, continue onto Shop Road where the barn can be found on the right hand side.
- Property reference CWR080212588
- Council Tax Band G
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