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Modern 3 bed Town House property

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Listed Jul 16, 2025
£500,000
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WHAT WE SAY AT CHEWTON ROSE

Come see for yourself what this quintessential pretty Suffolk English village has to offer.

A thriving and friendly community with activities for all ages. A relaxed enjoyable way of life away from the hustle and bustle of City life yet only a short drive to Colchester City Centre, the A12 and mainline station.

On your doorstep are walks across open countryside to the neighbouring villages, including Stoke by Nayland, whether for leisure, daily exercise or walking the dog.

Lazy afternoons down by the river relaxing and reading the latest best seller, perhaps writing your own? Delightful picnic with friends or family. Spot of canoeing to nearby Bures and Great Henny or chilling out with some good food, beer and wine at the village pub perched on the banks of the River Stour.

Local amenities on your doorstep. A doctors, post office, beauty salon, village hall, superb primary school and village pub, but one of the most endearing new features is the fairly recently opened delicatessen perfect place to meet for a coffee and a cake.

The Mill Street store and deli is what every village should have. Family run deli, superb caf for meeting old friends, butchery. Fresh fruit & veg, artisan breads, cheese, charcuterie, fresh fish, seafood, wines and more



ACCOMMODATIONN
Bay House is a fine Grade II listed Regency three bedroom home being of architectural and historical interest. The property was once voted cottage of the year by Period Living magazine due to its exceptionally well presented accommodation which has been thoughtfully re modernised. The extensive accommodation is arranged over four floors. The basement has been turned into an atmospheric media room, the ground floor consists of a sitting room, breakfast dining room, well equipped galley kitchen with access to the courtyard and a ground floor cloakroom. On the first floor you will find a drawing room bedroom two with pleasant views over Court Street, Alston Court and the Church, family bathroom and bedroom. There is a further bedroom and luxury bathroom on the top floor with views over the roof tops of Nayland village.

Stepping through the attractive entrance door with fluted architrave and fan light you find an inviting entrance hall with an oak floor which has steps leading down to the basement. This room has been converted into an atmospheric media room. The hall also provides access to the beautifully presented sitting room where a canted bay window affords pleasant views over Court Street, Alston Court and the Church. The main feature of the room is the stunning fireplace with fluted columns and mantle which can house a wood burning stove. This is complimented with an attractive fitted cabinet with display shelving and inset lighting which adds a nice finish to the room. Moving into the breakfast dining room which the capacity for up to six persons, a sash window affording look over the courtyard and stairs leading to the first floor.
The comprehensive kitchen provides access to the courtyard, and is finished with maple fronted units providing copious amounts of storage whilst quartz worktops provide plenty of space for preparation of meals. The kitchen has an array of appliances included. Just off of the kitchen is a ground floor cloaks WC.

Moving up to the first floor you will find the beautifully decorated drawing room bedroom two, where two sash windows frame the stunning views over Court Street, Alston Court and the Church beyond, the room also comes with two built in cupboards. Much of the furniture, including a James Smith sofa, has been specifically sourced to accent the style of this beautiful cottage. The floor also consists of a family bathroom and a further bedroom. The top floor has a double bedroom with a further luxury bathroom that has been converted from a previous bedroom. Beautiful views provide an interesting outlook over the roof tops of Nayland village.

Bay House stands close to the centre of the village within easy reach of all facilities the village has to offer including a Village Shop, Post Office, excellent Deli Cafe, Doctors Surgery, Church, Primary School and Public House.

The surrounding countryside of the Stour Valley is designated as an area of outstanding natural beauty and provides extensive and beautiful walks and rides in rolling countryside.

WHAT S NEARBY

Set in the heart of the village which has a wonderful diverse and friendly community. Popping out for a dog walk, exercise, wash the car or calling in at the deli or post office then don t be surprised if you spend 30 minutes chatting to the villagers.



The village has a superb public house, The Anchor, for relaxed dining or a glass of wine on the banks of the river. Perfect for Sunday lunch. The recently opened delicatessen has a great selection of meat, fish, breads, cheeses and some unusual local and Suffolk produce. Perfect for afternoon tea or coffee and catchup with friends Their is also a hairdressers, dentist, doctors and a well regarded primary school.



The village also hosts a Film Club, amongst other events, at the village hall.,



There are some interesting paths from the village directly into open countryside, perfect to keep fit, picnics and dog walks, including to nearby Stoke By Nayland. Invest in a canoe and make the most of a relaxing paddle to nearby Bures and Henny or, the opposite direction to Boxted Mill and Dedham,

WITHIN EASY REACH

The village is well served by the well renowned Littlegarth and Holmwood House preparatory schools, whilst the Royal Grammar School for Boys and County High School for Girls are situated in Colchester. Nearby Stoke by Nayland is home to two excellent restaurants, The Crown and Angel, both offering fine dining.

The market town of Sudbury and Hadleigh also provide useful day to day shopping facilities. Both within a 20 minute drive. Colchester being the nearest city, 20 minutes to be in the heart of the shopping centre. Colchester North Station with its mainline links to London Liverpool Street and also access to the A12 trunk road is within sic mile drive.

For leisure, health and fitness both Stoke By Nayland Golf and Countryclub and David Lloyd Leisure Centre in Colchester are a short drive.

SERVICES

Tenure Freehold

Local Authority Babergh

Council Tax Band E



SERVICES

Mains electricity, water and drainage, central heating via Air Source Heat Pump.



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Disclaimer

Chewton Rose Estate Agents is the seller s agent for this property. Your conveyancer is legally responsible for ensuring any purchase agreement fully protects your position. We make detailed enquiries of the seller to ensure the information provided is as accurate as possible. Please inform us if you become aware of any information being inaccurate.

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Nearby Schools
Nayland Primary School
0.3mi
Littlegarth School
0.6mi
Stoke-by-Nayland Church of England Primary School
1.5mi
OneSchool Global UK Colchester Campus
1.6mi
Boxted St Peter's Church of England School
2.1mi
Nearby Stations
Bures Station
4.4mi
Colchester Station
4.9mi
Chappel & Wakes Colne Station
5.8mi
Colchester Town Station
6.0mi
Hythe (Essex) Station
6.3mi
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