House with swimming pool and stables for sale in Bentley

The seven-bedroom house in Bentley is set on 4.8 acres of land and could potentially come with an additional 6.24 acres if a separate negotiation is made.

The estate agents at Savills describe the home as a "distinguished and spacious residence" and say it has been "thoughtfully laid out and fitted to the highest standards."

The property has seven bedrooms (Image: Savills)

The ground floor of the home has an entrance hall leading to four reception rooms and a "bespoke" AGA kitchen/breakfast room.

The hallway (Image: Savills)

The dining room has an open fireplace, and the study has a wood-burning stove.

The property is a former rectory (Image: Savills)

The playroom at the back of the house has French doors opening onto the garden.

The property is in Bentley (Image: Savills)

The drawing room has full-height sash windows with views over the garden and another open fireplace.

The property is on the market (Image: Savills)

The kitchen has wooden base and wall-mounted units with granite worktops, an electric oven, a fitted dishwasher, and a Belfast sink.

The kitchen (Image: Savills)

Also on the ground floor is bedroom seven, which has an en suite shower room, a second kitchen, and a sitting room.

One of the bedrooms (Image: Savills)

The estate agents say this area could be used as a separate annexe for multigenerational living.

Bathroom (Image: Savills)

Another bathroom (Image: Savills)

The first floor of the home is accessed via a staircase and has the principal bedroom with views of the garden and fitted wardrobes.

One of the bedrooms (Image: Savills)

There are five more double bedrooms on this floor and three bath/shower rooms.

One of the bedrooms (Image: Savills)

The house is accessed via a long, private driveway which leads to the front of the house where there is parking for numerous vehicles.

One of the bedrooms (Image: Savills)

The gardens "are well established providing a high degree of privacy and seclusion and mainly laid to lawn with lovely views of the village church."

The gardens are "well established" (Image: Savills)

There is a loggia running along the back of the house which is described as being "perfect for al fresco dining."

There is also a swimming pool in a "secluded, sunny part of the garden."

Swimming pool (Image: Savills)

The stables are at the back of the house and provide three stables, a tack room, and a stable yard.

The stables are at the back of the house (Image: Savills)

The estate agents at Savills said: "Bentley House is a distinguished and spacious residence that has been thoughtfully laid out and fitted to the highest standards.

"Located in a sought-after area, the property offers a harmonious blend of period charm and modern luxury, creating the perfect home for family living.

"The property retains an abundance of original period features, including high ceilings, sash windows with original shutters, open fireplaces, decorative cornicing, and elegant original flooring.

"These timeless elements combine with contemporary finishes to create a welcoming and refined atmosphere throughout."

The property is in a sought-after area (Image: Savills)

The property is in the village of Bentley which has a pub, village hall, primary school, and shop.

Bentley House is in the catchment for East Bergholt High School.

The house is in the catchment for East Bergholt High School (Image: Savills)

Ipswich and Colchester are both nearby and offer a range of private, state, and sixth form colleges.

Manningtree, Colchester and Ipswich all offer regular train services to London’s Liverpool Street Station from 60 mins, 50 mins and 65 mins respectively.