Abberton, Colchester, CO5

A modest Grade II Listed house and spectacular barn with potential for conversion, enjoying a stunning elevated setting with panoramic views over Abberton Reservoir. Church Farm is a modest building, Listed Grade II, and presenting rendered walls under a slate roof. Its very basic presentation includes a gothic arch door into an entrance lobby with beyond, a kitchen/breakfast/sitting room with two oven AGA, sink unit, central fireplace with hood over and door through to bathroom and sauna, with beyond a bedroom/sitting room with double French doors onto the garden. Staircase to the first floor with two first floor rooms and a bathroom. Attached is an extensive range of period barn and a magnificent Essex barn with potential, subject to planning, for conversion into residential use. OUTSIDE Extensive grounds including a garden close to the barns themselves and beyond railed and fenced paddocks, laid to grass, all enjoying stunning views of the reservoir beyond. In all about 12.34 acres. LOCATION Church Farm lies to the east of Abberton and Langenhoe villages. The area benefits from swathes of open space, a large reservoir which is home to countless nesting birds and excellent proximity to the Essex coastline and Mersea Island. Colchester lies 3 miles to the north with its comprehensive educational, recreational and commercial facilities, together with the two highly regarded boys' and girls' grammar schools. There is a regular main line rail service from Colchester directly into London's Liverpool Station (55 minutes) and from Marks Tey (56 minutes). To the south is Mersea Island with plenty of opportunity for sailing and water sports at both Mersea and the surrounding coastline. DIRECTIONS (CO5 7NJ) Driving south on the B1025 Mersea road, take the first right-hand turn in Abberton to Layer-de-la-Hay. Continue for approximately 400 yards, look out for Rectory Lane on the left-hand side. Turn left into the lane and follow up to the church and the entrance to Church Farm. PROPERTY INFORMATION Services: Mains water and electricity. Private drainage system. Electric panel heaters and oil-fired AGA. Viewing: By appointment with Jackson-Stops.