Rural Mansion - great for wedding guests

A majestic Georgian home, situated in a traditional Essex village, close to the coast. Convenient for wedding accommodation (near Vaulty Manor and Braxted Park). 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and an extensive garden and orchard, this historic house is perfect for family gatherings. There’s plenty of room and the rooms are large, spacious and airy. Staying here guests can enjoy the countryside and beaches but remain within easy reach of Historic Maldon, Colchester and London. The space This fabulous Grade II listed house is steeped in history and was once home to famous crime writer Margery Allingham and Dr John Salter - the founding member of Crufts, as well as being a multi-prize winning horticulturist. In 1959 , even The Duke of Edinburgh himself played a spot of cricket here! The oldest parts of the house are believed to date back to the 15th or 16th Century. This home lends itself to a family or friends get together, with six spacious bedrooms, two of which have en suite bathrooms. Two large kitchens with a gas cooker and Aga (winter only) means large groups can easily be catered for. The contemporary decor in the dining room and lounge offers the perfect space for entertaining. The garden, planted by Dr Salter with a little help from the Countess of Warwick, is secluded and spacious. Here, children can run around all day and explore it's hidden secrets whilst the adults can enjoy a drink with a view on the sun loungers. Guest access You will have the house and grounds all to yourselves. Some parts of the house will be closed to guests. Other things to note THE HOUSE - Sleeps 14 - 6 Bedrooms - 4 Bathrooms (2 en suites) - 1 downstairs WC - Two fully equipped kitchens with an range cooker and a Aga (winter only), as well as a wood burner. - Cosy but chic lounge with wood-burner - Impressive dining room - Bath towels supplied - 1.2 acre garden with orchard - enjoy a D'arcy Spice apple - a variety created here! -Parking for six cars ON YOUR DOORSTEP - Village pub 50 m walk - Village shop with local produce next-door - Equestrian centre with riding lessons available - Scenic footpaths and bridleways, through the fields or along the coast. - Great local cycling routes - Fishing Pond - Park with zip line, play area and football pitch A SHORT DRIVE - Tollesbury Marina 5 minutes drive away, for the sailing enthusiast. - Old Hall Marshes RSPB bird watching site. The surrounding Blackwater Estuary is a site of special scientific interest and national nature reserve. 5 minutes drive or a short walk. - Five Lakes Golf Course, Spa and Country Club 5 minutes drive. - Wilkins & Sons, the world-renowned Tiptree jam factory. Here you can enjoy a quintessential British past-time; afternoon tea. 10 minutes drive. - Layer Marney Tudor Tower. 10 minutes drive. -Historic Maldon 10 minutes drive - Mersea Island - enjoy the beach and the award-winning seafood. Oysters have been harvested in the area for 1000 years and these supply the best restaurants in London. 15 minutes drive. - Colchester; visit the castle, the magnificent zoo and enjoy the shopping and nightlife. 20 minutes drive. - Clacton-on-Sea, a traditional seaside town. 50 minutes drive. -NO STAG PARTIES PLEASE or male only parties. TRANSPORT LINKS - 50 minutes to Central London via train from Kelvedon station - 50 minutes to Stansted Airport - 1 hr 30 minutes to London Gatwick Airport - 1 hr 43 minutes to London Heathrow Airport.