6 bedroom house

Luxurious seclusion in a village setting.


Description

Westgate Park provides proof that classic and contemporary aesthetics can blend together seamlessly, creating sophisticated living space encompassed within a practical and energy efficient home.

The property is set beyond electric gates that allow access to the sweeping drive and to the incredible, well-tended grounds. The formal Italianate – parterre – gardens are a delight and continue to a stunning outdoor swimming pool with surrounding terrace and former stallion house, now used as the pool house.

The excellent equestrian facilities include an international size manège, superb post and railed paddocks, stable block and horse walker.

Entering the house from the main entrance, one is met by a sumptuous reception hall with an imposing symmetrical winged staircase. The attention to detail is evident throughout the house, including fine solid Sienna Marble floors, impressive Cornish granite columns, handmade coving and superb reclaimed fireplaces.

The reception rooms are located in an east to west configuration. To the east is a magnificent drawing room and library/games room. An elegant staircase leads to a self-contained guest bedroom with en suite bathroom. The west wing has a formal dining room, delightful snug, and a wonderful kitchen/ breakfast room. The kitchen/ breakfast rooms has French windows on to the terrace and swimming pool, an AGA, walk in fridge, and adjoining pantry.

Stairs off the kitchen provide independent access to the principal bedroom suite with adjoining dressing room and luxurious en suite bath and shower room. Four further double bedrooms (three with en suites).

To the east of the grounds is a splendid coach house, with two en suite bedrooms and an open plan kitchen/reception room. A stable flat, comprising bedroom, bathroom and bedroom, provides further accommodation. Both of these would make ideal staff or guest accommodation.

Location

Westgate Park enjoys an exceptional position in the sought after village of Long Melford. Long Melford is a particularly fine and thriving community, famous for its antique shops, award winning restaurants, historic pubs and two Tudor halls, Kentwell Hall and Melford Hall.

The grounds of Westgate Park adjoin the churchyard of Holy Trinity Church, a magnificent, 15th century church, which crowns the top of Long Melford’s Green. A gate from the grounds provides private access.

Further shopping and amenities can be found in nearby Sudbury, the birthplace of Thomas Gainsborough, Lavenham and the historic market town of Bury St Edmunds.

The ancient Roman town of Colchester, the oldest recorded town in England, has a more extensive range of shopping, educational and recreational facilities. Direct trains to London Liverpool Street take from approximately 46 minutes.

Other amenities in the area include golf at Newton and Flemton, and racing at Newmarket, the home of British racing.

Square Footage: 7,120 sq ft




Acreage: 13.36 Acres

Directions

In the centre of Long Melford, take the turning across The Green onto the A1092 signposted Cavendish and Clare. The gated entrance to Westgate Park is a short distance along on the right hand side.

Marketed by: Savills, Ipswich