Huge £1.65m house goes up for sale in Stisted, Essex

A HOUSE worth more than £1million is up for sale in Essex.

The six-and-a-half acre, Grade II listed property Pickstones Farm has gone up for sale with a price tag of £1.65million.

It is positioned on Greenstead Green Road, on the edge of Stisted parish, surrounded by countryside with far-reaching valley views.

Gazette: Acres of Space - there is plenty of green space surrounding the house for countryside walks

Formerly a pair of traditional cottages dating back to the 1500s, the buildings were extended in the 17th century and converted to one single building in the 20th century.

The main farmhouse has a timber frame with plastered elevations, along with a red-tiled roof.

It has four bedrooms with an additional two-bedroom cottage adjacent to the main house.

Gazette: Feeling Tired - there are four bedrooms inside the main house, all very spacious for the occupants

There is a central drive with parking facilities to both the principal house and cottage, and the drive continues past the Essex barn to an additional yard.

Outside the house, the gardens include a raised ornamental fishpond and a swimming pool just behind the property.

Gazette: Pond Life - the raised ornamental fishpond is one of the first to greet you as you step outside

Gazette: Take a Dip - residents can relax in the pool which is just behind the main house

There is a vast array of trees and plants, providing all-year-round horticultural colour.

There are two large areas of land to both the north and south of the property.

The southern paddock has a footpath leading to miles of countryside for scenic walks, whilst the northern paddock extends to just over two acres, with gated access from the road.

There is also an additional detached barn, which can be converted for a variety of different uses.

Gazette: Ready for Conversion - the barn is a great empty space that can be transformed into a variety of things

Property agent Karl Manning, from Savills Essex, said: “Formerly a pair of traditional cottages dating back to the 1500s, Pickstones Farm is now a delightful four bedroom listed house with a comfortable two bedroom cottage and a substantial Essex barn located in a lovely stretch of countryside.

“The property retains a wealth of period features and is surrounded by thoughtfully designed gardens and grounds offering a tremendous amount of flexibility to suit a range of lifestyles.

“The cottage would be ideal for incorporating extended family or as a separate income stream, while the unconverted barn is a potential gem with magnificent views.”

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Gazette: Step Outside - the gardens are a luxury, with a raised pond one of the main vocal points