Halstead 2.3 miles.
Situated on the outskirts of Greenstead Green, close to the attractions of Halstead, lies this converted 1938 London, Midland, and Scottish Railway (LMS) Wagon, The Brake Wagon at High Barn Heritage.
Enjoying expansive countryside views and a tranquil setting, whilst offering a quirky and characterful self-catering accommodation, the property provides the ideal base for a romantic getaway, inviting two guests.
Arrive at your new home-from-home, taking in the sweeping garden overlooking the surrounding farmland.
Climb the steps to enter the wagon, entering the end lobby with views over both the neighbouring farmland and woodland.
Carrying through and leading to the contemporary kitchen/diner; here you will find all expected amenities to rustle up and enjoy some tasty meals, along with a reconstructed guards seat to immerse yourself and look up and down the rail line.
The kitchen is equipped with all the appliances you need; from the electric hob and microwave combination oven, to the handy dishwasher and fridge with ice-box; while a separate dining table is where you can host romantic meals night after night.
Travelling through the dwelling, move from the Brake Wagon into the enlarged Freight Box, and reach the inviting sitting room where you can delight in peaceful evenings spent on the sofa, with a wall-mounted TV and DVD player providing entertainment.
The sitting room provides views and access to the large rear balcony (which also adjoins the bedroom), where you can toast to your getaway or read one of many books on offer with the sound of the birds tweeting in the backdrop.
After a stroll around the grounds, complete your nightly routine in the bathroom, before retiring to the double bedroom, complete with soft furnishings and crisp bed linen, along with a chest of drawers.
Some hanging space for clothing is provided in a central cupboard between the kitchen and sitting room.
From the bedroom you can look out over the countryside and Patio doors lead out to the large rear balcony, ideal for an evening drink amidst the tranquil countryside setting.
As well as having Air Conditioning, if the weather turns inclement, then the Electric Heating ensures a relaxing stay.
Steps to the front and back lead to the charming countryside, with a decked area to the front allowing for a breakfast cup of coffee or an evening meal area if desired.
Enjoy a rural escape by booking The Brake Wagon at High Barn Heritage.
Note: This property can be booked with Ref: 1075120 (The Carriage at High Barn Heritage – which is situated over 60ft further down the rail track), together sleeping up to 4 guests.
Access to the properties is shared along with the grassed meadow both overlook, but both lets have independent decking and eating areas situated a distance from each other.