<strong></strong> <strong></strong> Are you looking for a unique, beautifully finished luxury apartment set in stunning grounds, with a host of facilities? <br /><br />Then this is the place for you.<br /><br />Elegantly finished and full of impressive features, this stunning two-bedroom home is a true hidden gem. <br /><br />This place must be seen to be believed how incredible it is!<br /><br />The charming village of Tolleshunt D'Arcy is situated between the Blackwater estuary and the beautiful Tiptree Heath. Only eight miles from Maldon, approximately 4.5 miles from Tiptree and a mere 12 miles southwest of Colchester, amenities are close but not on the doorstep. This vibrant community hosts a local pub, The Queens Head, which serves excellent food, a village store, several blue plaques - and the surrounding countryside is simply stunning. <br /><br />Guisnes Court has a fascinating history of its own. At the outbreak of the First World War, it was owned by Lancashire-born Thomas Godfrey Binney and his wife Susan, who "patriotically converted their house into a convalescent home for wounded" from 1915 to 1918. For a while Guisnes Court was a popular Country Club/Night Club in the area, but the building suffered a fire in 1984 and was destroyed. In 1987, it was sympathetically rebuilt to hold just a few apartments where a variety of lovely neighbours live. It is a truly special place, very private and blissfully quiet inside.<br /><br />This modern home is well worth a visit. First impressions when approaching are incredible. Enter through the private electric gates and you can't help but admire the lavish grounds along the private drive leading to this grand building.<br /><br />Perfectly situated on the top floor this spacious apartment benefits from the most idyllic of views, where the owners have been spoilt with sightings of wildlife and deer. Walk through the front door and into the hallway which leads to the dining/living area and kitchen, master suite, second bedroom and two shower rooms. <br /><br />The hallway hides large cupboards ideal for all your storage needs and underfloor-heated, oak floors flow throughout the apartment. High ceilings help create a real sense of grandeur that welcome you into the winding open space. Above, a boarded loft stretches all along the length and breadth of the apartment, ending at the main bedroom. Beautiful oak doors meet you at every room, with each window and light fixture being among the most efficient on the market.<br /><br />The rear-facing dining/living is a superb size and neutrally decorated. A beautiful high Velux window lets in oodles of natural light - the owners have replaced the old manual opening with a more efficient electric unit, allowing you to open the window and let in a breeze at a click of a button. The living area is a decent size and has room for the biggest of sofas and storage units. The open plan nature of the reception rooms really showcases the space and easy flow, it is a most desirable entertaining space. The views from the back window over the grounds and beyond are spectacular.<br /><br />The kitchen is a well-designed space with fitted units and top of the range integrated appliances, including induction hob, eye level microwave/oven with separate oven under, slim line dishwasher, washing machine, fridge freezer, built in waste disposal and plenty of beautiful wooden worktops to give a real sense of practical style. The flooring is tiled and benefits from floor level heaters, to keep toes cosy in the winter, but cool in the summer.<br /><br />The master bedroom is a fabulous size - and the views over the grounds and beyond from this vista are just stunning. The two large windows make the most of the natural light throughout the day and the décor is bright and light, with space for the biggest of beds and furniture. This room benefits from a fantastic dressing area, to house the largest of wardrobes for the most well-dressed amongst us.<br /><br />Step outside the master room and to your left you will discover an impressive shower suite bathroom, spacious in size and tastefully tiled with luxury fittings and movement activated lights, adding to the level of style to this well-appointed suite.<br /><br />The second shower room, which once was a small WC has been carefully thought out by the owners and extended to include an additional shower and create maximum space in this stylish room. Attractive tiling lines the walls and floors and features movement-activated lights to help guide you in the middle of the night. It is a clever use of space and can accommodate the busiest of morning routines, where you will find ample storage for all your bathroom accessories and toiletries.<br /><br />Bedroom two is a fabulous size and beautifully decorated - an angled ceiling to back wall helps create a nice snug feel to this room. The fitted wardrobes are a generous size, with an oak accent to tastefully match and compliment the flooring and doors. An excellent space for older children and visitors alike, with stunning views overlooking the rear of the building.<br /><br />The garden and grounds here are private, a peaceful plot which surrounds the main building. Ample parking can be found on the grounds, with an allocated undercover carport and extensive open parking spaces for residents and visitors to use. There is a large lawn flanked by well-established paths, shrubs and trees and lots of quiet, sunny spots to escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Everywhere you look, there is greenery and calm. Peace and tranquillity can be found everywhere here. <br /><br />With so much to explore on your doorstep, it really is the perfect spot for summer evenings and the service fee, which the owners have a share of, covers all grounds maintenance, with the added luxury of owners deciding where money is spent. Additionally, all water, buildings insurance and sewage pump maintenance is covered in the fee.<br /><br />The current owners have been spoilt for beautiful walks nearby, and they have discovered some wonderful trails, with the lovely Abberton Reservoir to enjoy nearby. One thing they really appreciate about living here, among many things, are the lovely neighbours - there is a real sense of community within the development, which they have enjoyed over the years. <br /><br />This exceptional apartment has been lovingly occupied and renovated to the highest of standards, with an impressive level of improvements having been made. The open, contemporary and peaceful style of this home has to be seen to be truly appreciated. <br /><br />Don't miss out on the chance to own this incredibly stunning and unique property! <br /><br />Homes like this don't come up on the market often and they don't stay there for long. <br /><br />Book a viewing with us today!<br /><br />The details:<br /><br />* Luxury 2 bedroomed top floor apartment<br />* Tenure: Leasehold<br />* Share of lease transferred with 999 years remaining<br />* Total area approximately 87.3 square metres (940 square feet)<br />* Private gated development<br />* Two double bedrooms and two shower rooms<br />* Spacious and beautifully renovated home <br />* Remote controlled Velux window<br />* Large communal plot including driveway, parking and 3.5 acres of communal grounds<br />* Fully serviced underfloor heating and water heating systems<br />* Oak flooring and doors<br />* High ceilings<br />* Carport and double shed <br />* Secure entry system & motion-activated lights in bathrooms<br />* Fully insulated and large boarded loft space<br />