A Heavenly Retreat
This Grade II* listed converted church near Harwich, Essex juxtaposes contemporary and medieval features and is spacious enough for a family that wants to let off steam.


Trinovantes is a converted medieval church with panoramic views over Hamford water out to sea. The property combines modern 20th century living with gothic archways, scrolled stonework and leaded light windows with superb views over adjoining farmland. ?The church combines manageable family accommodation with some quite magnificent architectural features and rooms,? says Tim Dansie, Partner at Jackson-Stops, ?Particularly the chancel which makes a wonderful entertaining area with its full height ceiling.?
Full advantage has been made of the vast church windows letting early morning sun stream into the building. A main floor has been put in at window sill level giving light and bright accommodation culminating in the chancel at the east end of the church. The reception hall, inner hall and study are all found on a sub floor with south facing views of the back waters. The open plan staircase leads to the main floor landing with folding pine doors giving access to the dining room with inner hall, kitchen and sitting room beyond.
Trinovantes juxtaposes spacious modern living with traditional features |
A sub landing with a westerly window staggers the approach to the top floor where the master bedroom suite and three bedrooms are situated. A spiral staircase leads to the tower bedroom which also has an ensuite shower.
Outside there are pretty lawned gardens enclosed with evergreen hedges and a shingle parking area.
Offers of £495,000 are invited by Jackson-Stops, Ipswich.
For more information please contact Tim Dansie at Jackson-Stops, Ipswich on +44 (0)1473 218218.
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