Hallingbury Place, Great Hallingbury, Bishop's Stortford, CM22

Property Details: • Type: Detached • Tenure: FREEHOLD • Floor Area: 8296 sqft

Key Features: • Part of the former Hallingbury Place estate, whose parkland was shaped by Capability Brown in the 18th century • Grade II listed former late 16th century coach house and stable block, converted in the late 19th/early 20th century • Positioned at the head of an exclusive long tree lined drive • Exceptional retained character, including vaulted reception hall and period panelling reclaimed from Hallingbury House • Beautiful walled gardens with pool terrace and historic planting - totalling 4.23 acres • Ancillary accommodation including two cottages, gated parking, garage and cart lodge • EPC Rating = E

Location: • Nearest Station: Bishop's Stortford Station • Distance to Station: 2.084846016343838 miles

Agent Information: • Address: New Mead Barn, Wickham Hall, Hadham Road, Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire, CM23 1JG

Full Description: A distinguished Grade II listed home with rich heritage, walled gardens, cottages and historic charm, set within the Capability Brown influenced Hallingbury Place estate.<br /><br /> <b>Description</b><br /><br />The Clock House is a Grade II listed residence originating from a late 16th century coach house and stable block, converted in the late 19th/early 20th century into the striking home seen today. Once part of the widely renowned Hallingbury Place estate, the surrounding landscape formed part of the Capability Brown-influenced grounds during the 18th century.<br /><br />Approached via a long, private, tree-lined driveway serving only a handful of exclusive homes, the property displays a wealth of architectural character. The vaulted Great Hall, panelling and several internal doors are believed to have come from Hallingbury House when it was demolished after the Great War.<br /><br />The main house offers a welcoming entrance hall, a great hall with vaulted ceiling panelling and a fireplace, dining room, family room and a generous kitchen/breakfast room. Two staircases lead to a flexible first floor arrangement incorporating seven bedrooms (one currently used as a dressing room) and three bathrooms, two of which are en suite. Additionally, there are excellent parking facilities, with integral garages, a cart lodge and a gated parking area providing private space for multiple vehicles.<br /><br />Gardens<br /><br />The walled gardens form a key feature of the property, offering mature herbaceous borders, shrubs, a fish pond and extensive lawned areas surrounded by a beautiful tree line. A York stone terrace wraps across the rear of the house and pool, creating a superb setting for outdoor dining and relaxation. A disused tennis court lies discreetly within the grounds.<br /><br />Cottages (Ancillary Accommodation)<br /><br />Two cottages are situated within the grounds and offer wonderful flexibility for extended family living, staff accommodation or for an independent Studio or Home Office set-up.<br />The Mushroom House provides 2–3 bedrooms upstairs, with living room including a log burner, kitchen and shower room on the ground floor.<br />The Apple House offers a ground floor bedroom, study, lounge, kitchen and bathroom, with an additional bedroom above.<br /><br />Opportunity for Sensitive Upgrading<br /><br />The Clock House has been in the same family for 63 years. Areas of the house would now benefit from sympathetic upgrading, presenting a rare opportunity to create an exceptional family home.<br /><br /><b>Location</b><br /><br />The Clock House stands within the historic grounds of Hallingbury Place, an estate with origins as a Tudor mansion later in the ownership of the Houblon family, who also commissioned Capability Brown’s works in the surrounding landscape and nearby Hatfield Forest during the 18th century.<br /><br />The village of Great Hallingbury and nearby Bishop’s Stortford offer excellent schooling. Reputable choices include Bishop’s Stortford High School, Hockerill Anglo European School, and independent schooling such as Bishop’s Stortford College and Felsted.<br /><br />Transport connections are strong. Bishop’s Stortford Station provides direct rail services to London Liverpool Street and Cambridge. The M11 (Junction 8) lies moments away, giving fast access to London, the M25 and Stansted Airport.<br /><br />Square Footage: 8,296 sq ft<br /> <br /> <br />Acreage: 4.23 Acres<br /><br /><b>Directions</b><br /><br />SAT NAV POSTCODE : CM22 7UE<br /><br />WHAT THREE WORDS : ///newest.sands.stages <br /><br /><b>Additional Info</b><br /><br />SERVICES<br />Mains water and electricity<br />Private drainage<br />Oil fired central heating (inc. Apple House)<br />Electric heating in Mushroom House<br />Broadband services are available<br /><br />The house title also includes ownership of the main driveway with other residents having a right of way. In all, including the drive, there are 4.23 acres.