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4 Bedroom detached house High Street, Thorpe Le Soken £750,000

Dating back to the 16th century, this is a substantial landmark Grade II Listed property on a plot approaching 0.4 acres with beautiful walled garden enjoying a southerly aspect. This home features an abundance of period features and is set in the heart

The Trossachs is an elegant and distinctive residence that sits in the conservation area at the end of the High Street in the friendly village of Thorpe-Le-Soken . A very individual and landmark Grade II period home. The property’s earliest origins date back to around 1590, with additions made in the 1850s and a further extension in the 1950s. Formerly owned by a well-respected local building family for over 60 years.

Deceptively spacious, this substantial home provides overall accommodation of approximately 2,733 square feet. Sitting in grounds of approximately 0.4 acres, enclosed by a feature brick wall with an array of mature trees and backing on to church grounds. The large roof terrace is a great bonus and perfect space to catch the sun or relax with a good book and glass of wine.

Retaining many original features, offering a perfect blend of period charm and modern living. The adjoining garage/workshop, subject to planning, provides fantastic potential for an annex or conversion into a games room or cinema room, having previously received planning permission for residential use as living accommodation (permission lapsed in June 2016).

Thorpe has a diverse and friendly community with residents of all ages and families of all sizes. There are wealth of amenities on your doorstep including a Tesco Express store, four pub/restaurants, pharmacy, railway station with direct link to London Liverpool Street, nursery, primary and secondary schools plus several independent retailers. Offering easy access to the A12 (12 miles) and wonderful sandy beaches and coastline at Frinton-on-Sea (4.5 miles).

WHATft S NEARBY
The village of Thorpe le Soken has a good selection of local facilities including primary and senior school, supermarket, chemist, opticians, doctors, four public houses/eateries and a range of take-away restaurants. For health and fitness there is the Life House Spa. The mainline station is just under 1 mile with a regular service direct to London’s Liverpool Street with an approximate journey time of 85 minutes.
WITHIN EASY REACH
For weekly shopping, within 5 miles is the retail park near Frinton on Sea with both Aldi and Marks and Spencer food hall. An alternative faster train service to London Liverpool Street can be found 10 miles to the north west at Manningtree. Just over an hour commute. There are some delightful walks along the nearby sea wall enjoyingspectacular views across Walton backwaters made famous by theauthor Arthur Ransome in his book ‘Secret Water.’ There are anumber of good Golf courses in the area including Frinton on Seawhich also offers an excellent sandy beach, tennis and cricket club.The City of Colchester is approximately 12 miles to the west withits comprehensive recreational and commercial facilities. It has a wide selection of national and boutique shops, theatre and two cinemas.
INFORMATION
Tenure - FreeholdLocal Authority - Tendring Council Tax Band: EHeating: Gas central heatingServices: Mains gas, electricity, water & drainage. Separate three phase electricity supply to workshopBroadband: Ultrafast Fibre available (up to 1000 mbps)Mobile Coverage: EE, O2: Likely, Three, Vodafone: Limited
PLANNING HISTORY
The adjoining workshop previously had planning and listed building consent for conversion to residential in 2013 which was not actioned and subsequently lapsed in 2016. We believe that this is still a feasible opportunity subject to obtaining the relevant consents.Planning references:13/00293/FUL13/00294/LBCFull documents available via Tendring District Council planning portal, alternatively we would be pleased to provide copies of plans upon request.

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