Norton Cottage, Lamarsh

THE PROPERTY
This substantial and beautifully presented home, recently updated and extended in 2021, enjoys a delightful, elevated position, offering stunning countryside views and a truly tranquil setting. Designed with both comfort and versatility in mind, the spacious accommodation and generous entertaining areas make it perfectly suited to modern family life, including multi-generational living.
Norton Cottage is an energy-efficient home with solar panels in place to heat the water at the property, set along a quiet country lane, surrounded by mature, low-maintenance, south-facing gardens and benefitting from far-reaching views across rolling fields. The property is conveniently located within easy reach of Bures, with its branch line railway station ideal for commuting.
Internally, the home is finished to a high standard throughout, featuring solid oak flooring, solid granite kitchen worktops, high ceilings, and feature radiators, all contributing to a sense of quality and space. All bedrooms comfortably accommodate king-sized beds, enhancing the practicality and flexibility of the layout.
The welcoming reception hall leads to a generous front-facing reception room currently being used as an additional bedroom, complemented by an adjoining library/playroom these rooms could easily be adapted to suit a variety of needs, such as a formal dining room, additional reception room, or home office space.
At the heart of the home is the impressive dual-aspect lounge, flooded with natural light and centred around a charming wood-burning stove—creating a warm and inviting space ideal for both relaxing and entertaining.
The open-plan kitchen/dining room is fitted with an range of units, providing excellent storage, offers a comfortable dining space for 14, the space opens onto the garden via French doors—perfect for indoor-outdoor living. A separate utility room provides additional storage and external access via a stable door.
A particularly flexible area of the home includes a ground-floor double bedroom with built-in wardrobes, a nearby shower room, bathroom, and separate cloakroom. With minimal adaptation, this space could serve as self-contained annexe accommodation, ideal for extended family or guests.
Upstairs, the principal bedroom benefits from an en-suite shower room, while three further double bedrooms are served by a well-appointed family bathroom with both bath and separate shower. There is also access to a large loft space, providing excellent additional storage.
Externally, the property continues to impress. A spacious driveway comfortably accommodates four vehicles and leads to a double garage, one of which incorporates a useful workshop. The front garden is mainly laid to lawn with mature planting, while the rear south-facing garden offers a private and picturesque setting.
The rear grounds are perfectly suited to alfresco dining and entertaining, with a wonderful patio enjoying expansive countryside views. A particular highlight is the large outdoor swimming pool, completing this exceptional outdoor space.
THE LOCATION
Lamarsh is a small and attractive rural village set in the Essex countryside, close to the Essex/Suffolk border surrounded by open farmland and gently rolling landscapes. Known for its peaceful atmosphere and strong sense of community, the village offers an appealing lifestyle for those seeking a quieter pace of life while remaining well connected.
The village itself features a charming parish church, Holy Innocent's, and a scattering of period and modern homes, many enjoying countryside views. With its rural setting, Lamarsh is particularly popular with families, professionals and retirees who appreciate village living, outdoor space and easy access to nature.
Despite its tranquil feel, Lamarsh is conveniently located just a short drive from the market towns of Sudbury and Bures, both offering a range of shops, cafés, schools and leisure facilities. Sudbury also provides a branch line rail service to Marks Tey, connecting with mainline services to London Liverpool Street, making the area suitable for commuters.
The surrounding countryside provides excellent opportunities for walking, cycling and enjoying the outdoors, with footpaths and bridleways nearby. Local amenities, including pubs, primary schools and village services, can be found in neighbouring villages, creating a well-supported rural lifestyle.
Lamarsh combines the charm of traditional village living with practical access to nearby towns and transport links, making it an attractive location for those looking to enjoy the best of Suffolk’s countryside.
Council & Council Tax Band – E - Braintree District Council
Tenure – Freehold
Broadband – Ultrafast broadband with downloads speeds of up to 1000 Mbps and upload speeds of up to 1000 Mbps (Ofcom data)
Mobile Coverage – Voice & Data good outdoor with EE, Three, O2 & Vodaphone. (Ofcom data) Choice of Two fiber providers giga clear & country broadband which are both connected to the property
Utilities – Utilities – Mains Gas (new heating system), Water and Electricity (new electrical installation). Solar panels which support the heating of the water. Domestic wastewater treatment plant is finished to a very high standard.
Property Construction – Brick Built