Location

Bentley House is located in the village of Bentley within an area of predominantly 17th century properties and a delightful church. The village provides local amenities including a pub, village hall, primary school and shop. Bentley House falls in the catchment for East Bergholt High School. Ipswich and Colchester offers a full range of private, state and sixth form colleges. Colchester also has a grammar school.

The property lies some four miles to the south west of Ipswich and three miles north of Manningtree. The historic town of Colchester is 10 miles to the south. The A137 Ipswich to Manningtree Road and the A12 are within easy access from the property.

Manningtree (less than 15 mins away), Colchester and Ipswich all offer regular train services to London's Liverpool Street Station from 60 mins, 50 mins and 65 mins respectively. For the sailing enthusiast, the Rivers Stour and Orwell and Alton Water are all close by, as is the Suffolk and Essex coastline. The area provides very good walking and cycling routes.

Description

Bentley House is a distinguished and spacious residence that has been thoughtfully laid out and fitted to the highest standards. Located in a sought-after area, the property offers a harmonious blend of period charm and modern luxury, creating the perfect home for family living. The property retains an abundance of original period features, including high ceilings, sash windows with original shutters, open fireplaces, decorative cornicing, and elegant original flooring. These timeless elements combine with contemporary finishes to create a welcoming and refined atmosphere throughout.

The ground floor accommodation comprises an impressive entrance hall which leads through to four stylish reception rooms. The dining room has an open fireplace and the study a wood burning stove, all of which have wonderfully high ceilings. The play room at the rear of the property has French doors out in to the beautiful surrounding gardens. On the opposite side of the hall lies the drawing room with full height sash windows affording views over the gardens and an open fireplace.

The bespoke AGA kitchen/breakfast room is a very generous size with wooden base and wall mounted units with granite worktops, an electric oven, fitted dishwasher and Belfast sink. Off the sitting room is bedroom six with an en suite shower room, second kitchen and sitting room. This area could very easily be used as a separate annexe for multigenerational living.

The first floor is reached via an elegant staircase. The principal bedroom has wonderful views of the gardens and fitted wardrobes. There are a further five double bedrooms and three bath/shower rooms.

Outside
The property is approached across a sweeping long, private driveway. This leads immediately to the front of the house where there is parking for numerous vehicles.

The gardens are well established providing a high degree of privacy and seclusion and mainly laid to lawn with lovely views of the village church.

A loggia runs along the rear of the property perfect for al fresco dining with a further terraced area opposite.

The swimming pool is situated in a secluded, sunny part of the garden.

The stables are reached at the rear of the property providing three stables, tack room and stable yard. The property sits in approximately 7.5 acres. Further land is available via separate negotiation.