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"Set amidst the idyllic rolling countryside of the Stour Valley, this beautifully reimagined home offers the perfect blend of period charm and contemporary living. Originally a traditional country house, it now features a striking modern extension that brings light, space, and a fresh architectural dynamic to this timeless rural setting.

The superb addition blends architecture with the serenity of its natural surroundings. Designed with clean lines, expansive glazing, and a focus on light and flow, the property offers a seamless connection between indoor living and the stunning Suffolk countryside.

Accommodation

Ground floor

Entering via a large storm porch a generous entrance hall gives way to a triple aspect reception room, sitting room and the dining room. You will also note the cloaks w c. Moving onto the superb extension, a comprehensively fitted kitchen breakfast room comes with a sizable utility. A capacious hallway incorporates three large glazed doors that open onto a private courtyard which is perfect for entertaining. Continuing along the hallway you will find the annex facility. There is a fantastic open plan living dining area with kitchenette. The views from this room are truly superb. A glass corner allows access to another sun terrace. Completing the annex is a walk in wet room and double bedroom.

First floor

Within the original house are three good size bedrooms including the principal suite comprising dressing room and en suite shower. The two remaining bedrooms are serviced by a bathroom.

Outside

The property is accessed by a private treelined driveway leading to ample parking for multiple vehicles. There is an attached insulted double garage, ideal for car enthusiast. The well tended grounds amount to approx. 1.75 acres.

What s Nearby

The property is in the heart of Bures village on the River Stour situated between Sudbury and Colchester with good local shopping and recreational facilities augmented by easy access to the Stanway retail centres, Braintree Freeport and Stratford Westfield.

Education

Bures has an excellent primary school and is a feeder school to secondary schools in Sudbury. It is also within easy reach of a significant number of independent schools within the locality and at both Colchester & Chelmsford highly regarded Grammar schools Culford school in Bury St Edmunds offers a range of day and boarding options.

Transport

Bures Station is a few minutes walk away, providing services to Marks Tey Station where commuters can connect to the direct service to London Liverpool Street. The new Elizabeth line is available at Shenfield offering direct links to the West End and Heathrow.
Health & Fitness

Bures has a GP surgery and pharmacy supported by a group practice in Sudbury where a Community Health Centre provides a wide range of easily accessible services. Colchester has a well regarded general hospital and a substantial private health facility.
Bures has a wide range of circular walks and easy access to notable public woodland areas cycling is much enjoyed in the surrounding network of country lanes. Sudbury offers a variety of sport and leisure opportunities and there is an extensive range of diverse facilities in other within easy reach of the village.

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