
Alresford, Colchester · CO7
Stable Cottage, Alresford
Stable Cottage, Ford Lane, Alresford, Colchester, CO7
Guide price · Originally listed at £850,000
Set quietly within just over 5 acres of established woodland and formal garden, Stable Cottage is a rare and characterful unlisted early Victorian former carriage house/stables, forming part of the historic Alresford Hall Estate.
The home, in the agent’s words
- 3540 sqft
- Seven bedrooms
- Capacious living space
- Grand reception hall
- Three bathrooms
- Kitchen/utility
- Study/studio
- Annex facility
- Detached double garage
- Just over 5 acres
Read the full agent description
Approached via a peaceful country lane, the property enjoys a secluded setting rich in heritage, nature, and rural charm. The Property has lateral living accommodation on a scale that is rarely available.
Originally constructed in the early 19th century, the cottage retains the architectural integrity and proportions typical of the period, with a sense of solidity. The surrounding woodland creates a private and atmospheric backdrop, offering both shelter and year-round natural beauty, while the wider estate setting adds a sense of provenance and quiet grandeur.
Stable Cottage represents a unique opportunity to acquire a historic former estate building in an exceptional woodland setting, offering charm, character, and a strong connection to the past within the grounds of one of the area’s notable country estates.
Accommodation
Stepping inside you are welcomed by a grand vaulted reception hall with spiral staircase leading to the study/studio. Either side of the reception hall are two inner halls that give way to the living and sleeping accommodation. Within the living accommodation you will find a capacious sitting room, kitchen area and utility/kitchen. There is also a wash room. The left wing also comprises of an annex facility including bedroom/living room, kitchenette and bathroom.
Within the right wing are six generous bedrooms with en-suite to bedroom. There is a family bathroom servicing the remaining bedrooms.
Outside
Stable Cottage sits harmoniously within its natural environment, with views across the wooded grounds and an abundance of wildlife. Despite its tranquil position, the property remains well placed for access to nearby villages and transport links, making it an ideal retreat for those seeking privacy without isolation.
There is a detached double garage which houses two store and the boiler room.
What's Nearby
Perfectly positioned for semi-rural living yet within walking distance of Alresford village and its direct trains to London Liverpool Street, and a short drive to Colchester, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a home that combines period charm, modern comfort and exceptional flexibility - a timeless retreat within a truly special private estate.
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Connected for everyday life
100%of homes in the postcode can access 100+ Mbps broadband.
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Getting about
0.9 milesto Alresford (Essex) Rail Station
Approximate straight-line distance · DfT NaPTAN · 13 Sept 2026Background air quality
- Fine particles · PM₂.₅
- 6.6 µg/m³ · Above the WHO guideline · well within the UK legal limit
- Nitrogen dioxide · NO₂
- 6.6 µg/m³ · Meets the WHO guideline
Annual background levels. For scale: the WHO 2021 guideline is 5 µg/m³ for PM₂.₅ and 10 for NO₂; the UK legal limit is 20 and 40. Lower is better; this is a 1 km model, not a reading at the door.
Defra · 2024 annual model · 1 km areaLocal information is approximate. Distances are straight-line estimates from the available location. Broadband describes postcode coverage, not the speed or service available at this home; check the address with a provider. Air quality is a modelled annual background estimate.
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