Location

Walnut Tree Barn enjoys an idyllic and peaceful setting along a quiet country lane, nestled in the village of Little Sampford, between Great Sampford and Cornish Hall End. Surrounded by rolling farmland and open countryside, the property offers glorious far-reaching views and direct access to a network of public footpaths.

The area is dotted with picturesque villages, including the historic and highly regarded village of Finchingfield – often described as one of the most beautiful in Essex – with its village green, duck pond, pubs and tearooms. The thriving market town of Saffron Walden lies approximately 10 miles to the west, offering an excellent range of boutique shops, restaurants, supermarkets and attractions. For commuters, Audley End Station (approximately 13 miles) provides regular services to London Liverpool Street. In addition to Stansted Mountfitchet (approximately 17 miles) or Bishop Stortford (approximately 20 miles).

There is a wide selection of well-regarded schools in the area. State options include Great Sampford Primary School, Helena Romanes School in Great Dunmow, Saffron Walden County high and Joyce Franklin Academy in Newport. Independent schooling, Felsted School, Barnardiston Halll, Stephen Perse Foundation and New Hall School in Chelmsford and Bishop's Stortford College all within comfortable reach.

The property is well placed for access to Cambridge: 25 miles and Chelmsford: 22 miles. For international travel, London Stansted Airport is just 16 miles away. All distances are approximate.

Road connections are excellent, with the A120, M11 and A12 all accessible, providing swift links to London, the Midlands and East Anglia.

Description

Walnut Tree Barn is a delightful six bedroom, four-bathroom Grade II listed barn conversion, offering an exceptional living space set in about 0.75 acres, amongst glorious open countryside.

Positioned in unspoilt rural surroundings near the charming village of Little Sampford, this wonderful barn conversion offers a blend of character, bespoke features and modern design. Dating back to 1770, the barn was sympathetically restored in 2020, to an exceptional standard by the current owners, creating a bright, versatile home of over 2,850 sq ft.
The property is discreetly set back from its country lane setting, providing parking and a double carport.

The property boasts an exceptional open-plan living space, beautifully enhanced by natural light and character features including oak flooring, exposed historic timbers, and bespoke oak and glass staircases leading to a striking galleried landing. Designed with modern flexibility, the central dining area enjoys far-reaching views across the surrounding countryside which are shared by many of the principal rooms. A family room to the front of the barn provides an additional reception space, with a guest W/C.

The kitchen is exquisitely appointed with limestone flooring, quartz work surfaces, a Stiffkey Blue island with a solid wood top, Rangemaster cooker, and designer lighting. Adjoining this space is a comfortable sitting area complete with a wood-burning stove.

On the first floor, two mirror-image en suite bedrooms - accessed via individual staircases, feature vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, and views of the countryside beyond.

A separate ground floor wing offers further versatility, incorporating a utility room, study/bedroom six, and a secondary entrance. This area also includes a family bathroom and three generously proportioned bedrooms, including a superb principal suite with a dressing room and en suite shower room.

Outside
Set back from the lane, the property is approached via a gravelled driveway leading to a double carport and a landscaped front garden. This space includes ornamental trees, mature planting, and a sheltered seating area designed for year-round enjoyment. To the rear, a wooden bridge crosses the original moat, opening to expansive, immaculately maintained gardens. These include a productive kitchen garden with raised beds, a greenhouse, and a recently planted orchard featuring apple, pear, plum, and greengage trees.

A gazebo offers a focal point within the grounds, while the remaining garden is laid to lawn and extends towards open farmland. All in, the grounds extend to about 0.75 acres.

Services
The property benefits from a private boreholewater supply with treatment and filtration system, private drainage, and is connected to mains electricity and LPG central heating providing zoned thermostatically controlled under floor heating throughout.

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