Woolmers

Takeley, Essex

With its elegant, contemporary design and touches of luxury like underfloor heating and large picture windows, Woolmers is one of three lovingly restored barns in the heart of the Essex countryside.

North Essex contains more listed buildings than anywhere else in the country, and Woolmers is the ideal base for enjoying this unique part of the world. Situated on Bullocks Farm, Woolmers is a converted barn that has been lovingly transformed by a firm of local, award-winning architects. The property takes its name from Woolmers Common, a large piece of common land straddling the nearby river, and its windows look out onto commanding views of the arable countryside.

The property contains a large, open-plan living space thatÕs filled with light, thanks to those windows and French doors. The kitchenÕs centrepiece is a stylish breakfast bar, while the living space is centred around a modern wood-burning stove and large Smart television. The accommodation is very comfortable throughout, with underfloor heating, handmade mattresses and 100% cotton linen and towels. The owners have gone above and beyond to make the property warm and welcoming, and you can even order locally sourced meats and treats, provided you give 24 hoursÕ notice.

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