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Offers in region of

£1,600,000

Land for sale
Parley Beams Farm, Stonehill, Earls Colne, Essex CO6

    • 7 beds

    • 4 baths

    • 4 receptions

  • EPC Rating: E

Freehold
Reduced on 30/10/2025

About this property

    A rare opportunity to become the new custodian and restore this truly beautiful grade II Listed, period home, dating back to circa 1351, with many period features, standing in a total of 15 acres including a lake, woods, orchard and lawns.

    There are various out buildings and barns offering unique development potential for commercial or residential STPP.

    Parley Beams Farm, Stonehill, Earls Colne, Essex
    oiro: £1.6m

    A Truly Rare Opportunity – Grade II Listed Historic Country Home with Development Potential, Set in 15 Acres (sts)
    Welcome to Parley Beams Farm, a truly exceptional and historic Grade II Listed period property dating back to circa 1351, nestled within approx. 15 acres of glorious Essex countryside, including a private lake, ancient woodland, orchard, and established gardens.
    This landmark property offers the rare chance to restore a unique and characterful home to its former grandeur, with further development potential via various barns and outbuildings (STPP/Class Q).
    This is an extraordinary opportunity for a discerning buyer to acquire a generational estate – whether as a whole or in lots – steeped in history and offering great potential .
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    oiro: £1.6m
    Comprising the main house, barns, and surrounding land totaling approx. 15 acres (sts).
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    Parley Beams Farmhouse:
    An Historic Farmhouse in Need of Restoration | Approx. 15 Acres (sts) | Lake | Garaging
    This remarkable Grade II Listed farmhouse is believed to date from the 13th/14th century, with an attractive late 18th-century Suffolk brick façade.
    A stunning example of vernacular architecture, the property retains a wealth of original period features, including heavy oak beams, grand fireplaces, and wide-plank floors.
    The property requires sympathetic restoration, offering an extraordinary blank canvas to create a truly outstanding family home in a beautiful, secluded setting.

    Ground Floor Accommodation:
    • Imposing wide front door opening to spacious Reception Hall
    • Lounge: 7.24m x 4.36m (23’9” x 14’4”)
    • Study: 2.32m x 4.52m (7’7” x 14’10”)
    • Living Room: 4.29m x 8.25m (14’1” x 27’1”)
    • Dining Room: 3.47m x 5.83m (11’4” x 19’2”)
    • Separate WC
    • Dining Area: 5.42m x 3.17m (17’9” x 10’9”)
    • Farmhouse Kitchen: 5.42m x 4.51m (17’9” x 14’10”)
    • Utility Room with pantry, WC and external access
    First Floor Accommodation:
    • 7 Bedrooms, including:
    O Bedroom 1: 4.09m x 5.89m (13’5” x 19’4”)
    o Bedroom 2: 3.59m x 2.97m (11’9” x 9’9”)
    o Bedroom 3: 3.32m x 4.65m (10’11” x 15’3”)
    o Bedroom 4: 4.01m x 5.93m (13’2” x 19’5”)
    o Bedroom 5: 4.06m x 4.64m (13’4” x 15’3”)
    o Bedroom 6: 2.83m x 4.68m (9’3” x 15’4”)
    o Bedroom 7: 5.61m x 2.91m (18’5” x 9’7”)
    • 4 Bathrooms, including 3 En Suites
    Outside:
    • Sweeping driveway with dual entrance
    • Approx. 15 acres of grounds (sts) including:
    O Extensive lawns and mature hedging
    o Lake and pond
    o Woodland and orchard
    o Garaging and outbuildings

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    Main Barns:
    Development Opportunity (STPP) | Class Q Potential | Separate Gated Access
    Accessed via a separate shared entrance from the road, the Main Barns and adjacent land present a fantastic opportunity for conversion to a single grand residence (STPP) under Class Q permitted development. The setting, outlook, and existing structure lend themselves beautifully to a high-end rural home. Alternatively they could be converted to another commercial use STPP.
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    Roadside Barns:
    Further Development Opportunity (STPP) | Class Q Potential for Two Dwellings
    Also accessed via a separate shared entrance, these roadside barns offer scope for conversion (subject to planning) to a pair of semi-detached residential properties, complete with gardens and associated parking. Alternative they could be converted to another commercial use STPP.
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    History & Heritage
    Historical documentation provided by the current vendors reveals fascinating insights into the rich past of this home, reflecting its status as a significant historic property in the region.
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    Summary
    • Grade II Listed Farmhouse (circa 1351)
    • Approx. 15 acres including lake, orchard, and woodland
    • Multiple barns with development potential (STPP / Class Q)
    • Outstanding restoration project
    • Located between Halstead & Earls Colne, with good access to local amenities and countryside
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