Bloomfields Barn

This inviting 500-year-old countryside retreat is a perfect base for families and friends to explore the beautiful Stour Valley. The Essex village of Ardleigh (1 mile) offers welcoming country pubs, scenic walks and a charming reservoir.

Visit Skylark Social (0.5 miles), a vineyard with a farm shop, kitchen and bar, where you can enjoy vineyard tours, wine tastings, pizza nights, locally sourced produce and occasional live music. The Dedham Vale National Landscape (3.5 miles) unfolds along the River Stour, revealing idyllic waterside spots and picturesque villages that lead all the way towards the Suffolk coast (less than 10 miles).

Within 3 miles, you can reach Colchester United Football Stadium, and North Colchester’s park & ride to visit England’s oldest recorded city, boasting Roman remains, a Norman castle and plenty of shops and eateries. Stoke By Nayland Golf Club and Colchester Golf Club, both 18-hole courses, are also just a short distance away.

Set in peaceful isolation and surrounded by patchwork fields, this detached property blends space, light and comfort, and enjoys generous outdoor space to be savoured on sunny days. Step inside via the entrance hallway, where there’s ample room for coats, boots and outdoor gear.

At the heart of the house lies a striking double-height, open-plan living space, showcasing impressive beams, ancient trusses and an abundance of natural light. Comfortable seating faces a projector for memorable movie nights, while a wood burner adds warmth, and a games area with a pool table ensures hours of entertainment.

The rustic aesthetic continues into the bespoke kitchen, where original cabinetry and quality appliances create an inviting space for cooking and dining around the central table. A utility room, separate boot room and a downstairs WC with external access complete this main area.