East Donyland Hall, Fingringhoe

A beautiful Grade II Listed Queen Anne country house, encircled by its historic moat and set within enchanting gardens and over 80 acres.
Approached by a long lime avenue, East Donyland Hall sits at the heart of a remarkable private estate, surrounded by gardens, woodland, meadow and water. Hidden from the outside world and encircled by its moat, East Donyland Hall enjoys an extraordinary sense of peace and seclusion. Arriving here feels like stepping into another world. The red brick façade rises from a landscape shaped over generations, where gardens give way to pasture and woodland before reaching the wildlife-rich banks of the Roman River. This is a house that has been lived in and loved. Summers revolve around the swimming pool and tennis court, vegetables are gathered from the walled kitchen garden, and children are free to roam, fish, ride and explore. There are quiet corners everywhere, whether beneath the shade of a mature tree, beside the moat, within the woodland, or overlooking the far-reaching views across the surrounding countryside. Inside, elegant sash windows flood the principal rooms with natural light, framing ever-changing views across the estate. Beyond the gardens, the broad moat reflects the shifting light and seasons, its waters attracting an abundance of wildlife that has become part of the rhythm of daily life at East Donyland Hall. For a house of such stature, East Donyland Hall feels remarkably balanced, retaining all the elegance of an important country house while remaining unmistakably a home. Beyond the house, a wonderful collection of traditional outbuildings, stables, workshops and stores provides tremendous flexibility, while three detached cottages within the grounds offer valuable ancillary accommodation. Together with its enchanting setting and exceptional grounds, East Donyland Hall offers a compelling blend of beauty, seclusion and opportunity.