£875,000 /Sale price

Positioned along the sought-after Ardleigh Road in the picturesque village of Dedham, this substantial detached residence offers versatile accommodation and a generous plot extending to approximately 0.51 acres (STS). Designed to suit both family living and home working, the property includes a detached office/annexe, ample off-road parking, and mature rear gardens, all within a peaceful and well-connected setting in the heart of Constable Country. The ground floor of the property provides a versatile and well-balanced layout, offering a series of spacious and distinct living areas designed to suit both everyday family life and formal entertaining. The living room is generously proportioned, enjoying a dual aspect with a feature fireplace, with inset log burner, and direct access to the rear garden through a set of glazed doors, allowing light to flood the room while providing seamless indoor-outdoor flow.A separate dining room is positioned to the front of the property, ideal for family gatherings or entertaining. Additional reception space is offered by a snug located off the dining room, which provides flexibility for use as a reading room, study, or children's play area.The kitchen/breakfast room forms the heart of the home, thoughtfully arranged with ample workspace and cabinetry, complemented by a handsome Rayburn. A separate utility room provides additional storage and access to the side of the property.To the rear, a garden room with a vaulted ceiling and panoramic views of the mature grounds creates a peaceful setting for informal living or quiet reflection. Completing the ground floor is a cloakroom, conveniently situated for guest use.The first floor is arranged around a spacious landing, which provides access to five individual bedrooms and a well-appointed family bathroom. The family bathroom is finished with a modern suite, featuring clean lines, tiled walls, and a window to the rear, ensuring both practicality and comfort. The property benefits from a fully self-contained detached office/annexe, ideal for those working from home or seeking independent guest accommodation. The space includes a large open-plan room with kitchenette, bedroom / store room, shower room, and its own private entrance, along with direct access to the garden. Flooded with natural light and thoughtfully designed, this versatile outbuilding provides excellent scope for a home business, studio, or multi-generational living.The generous rear garden is a true highlight - beautifully landscaped with a large paved terrace directly outside the house, perfect for outdoor dining and entertaining. The expansive lawn stretches out towards the detached annexe and continues to a productive vegetable garden, established fruit trees, and a charming greenhouse. Mature borders, flowering shrubs, and a mix of trees provide colour, privacy, and seasonal interest. To the front, a wide gravel driveway offers plenty of off-road parking.