Property description

A simply stunning grade II listed barn conversion with approximately 7.5 acres of attached land, situated in a picturesque setting in the tranquil Essex countryside. Forming part of a collection of barns converted approximately 15 years ago, Abbey Barn encompasses over 2600 sq ft of immaculate living space arranged over two floors.

Accommodation comprises four double bedrooms, three bathrooms, two reception rooms, dining room, Kitchen/diner and a utility room. Externally there is a beautifully manicured garden met with hedge boundary measuring 0.5 of an acre, featuring a large patio along with a sheltered hot tub. Beyond is approximately 7 acres of agricultural land including 0.75 acre of paddock perrfect for stabling (subject to usual planning consents.) Approached through secure entry coded 'wooden farm' gates, Abbey Barn sits opposite rolling fields in a charming gravel courtyard which is enclosed by other barns and hosts the garage and car port.

Approximately 500 years old and of 16th Century origin, as one would expect there are magnificent period features in all of the reception rooms including large fireplaces with wood burning stoves, exposed brickwork and heavily timbered vaulted ceilings. The joinery is of high quality with oak framed doors, bespoke double glazed windows and staircase.The large kitchen/breakfast room with feature Aga has direct access from the rear garden and doors to the front courtyard and side access.

Tilty is a small settlement comprising farmhouse and barns surrounded by acres of rolling countryside. Tilty Church was the former Gatehouse to the Abbey and is still used as the Parish Church. Tilty is only two miles away from the ancient market town Great Dunmow which is famous for the Dunmow Flitch Trials, and offers many amenities; these include restaurants, hotels, pubs, bars, a leisure centre and professional services; nursery, primary and secondary schools; shops, supermarkets and a market every Tuesday. There are further facilities available at Bishop's Stortford and Chelmsford 11 miles and 15 miles respectively.

The property is ideally situated for transport links: Stansted airport is only 6 miles away and London is easily accessible by road via the M11 only 46 miles or by rail with regular trains to London Liverpool Street Station from Bishop's Stortford in 38 minutes.

Property Features :

• Grade II Listed
• Barn Conversion
• Eight Acres Of Land
• Four Bedrooms
• Exceptional Presentation