Property description
Halesworth 3 miles
Bungay 7.9 miles
Southwold 14.8 miles
Norwich 22.3 miles
A quintessential Grade II listed red brick Suffolk cottage set in the picturesque village of Rumburgh. The property is believed to be the oldest standing building in the village and boasts a wealth of original features throughout. The accommodation provides generous living areas offering four reception rooms and three large first floor bedrooms. Viewing is essential to appreciate the location and most importantly the true character of this charming family home.
Accommodation comprises briefly:
Entrance Porch
Reception Hall
Sitting Room
Dining Room
Study
Kitchen
Breakfast Room
Utility Cloakroom
Rear Porch
Master Bedroom
Two Further Double Bedrooms
Two Bathrooms
The Property
Stepping through the french style doors we are welcomed by the glazed entrance porch, brick flooring and flint walls provide character in abundance that flows from here through the entire property. Pushing open the front door we step into the reception hallway were access leads to the utility room and a stunning oak door opens to the main house were we find the first of our reception rooms, the breakfast room. This delightful space enjoys a window adjacent to the first staircase over looking the gardens which fills the room with natural light, beamed ceilings over head compliment the brick flooring and an arch way opens to the kitchen. The kitchen offers a basic range of wall and base units that are set over a quarry tiled floor, a butler sink sits below the window which looks onto the courtyard and our central heating boiler finds home in the chimney breast. From both the kitchen and breakfast room arched top door frames open the impressive dining room, the true character of the house comes alive here and centres around the open inglenook fire place, pament tiles are found underfoot which reflect the light from both the front and rear aspects, a door way opens to the second set of stairs whilst the heavily beamed ceilings continue into the sitting room. The sitting room provides the perfect family/entertaining space which again centres around the fire place, a wood burner is found in situ providing a warming focal point to this generous room. Completing the ground floor accommodation we find the study which is accessed from the sitting room. Back in the dining room we climb the inglenook staircase to first floor land where we access two of the three bedrooms. To our left we find a generous double room which benefits from an en-suite bathroom and walk in closet, this exceptional space provides a perfect guest room and enjoys a low level window over looking the gardens. Stepping across the landing we enter the vast master bedroom, at over 19 feet ample space is made for all of our required furnishings, being the centre of the upper level impressive exposed ships timbers feature here whilst a door opens to the third bedroom. The third bedroom benefits from its own staircase rising from the breakfast room and again provides a generous double which opens to bathroom. This completes the accommodation.
Outside
The majority of the gardens sit to the front and sides of the property with a courtyard space located behind the building. The gardens are mainly laid to lawn with hedges bordering the plot. Established beds and small trees are found within and run alongside the path to the front door. To the left of the plot is a pond and to the right the parking and vehicular access is found, with space comfortably for three vehicles. The property occupies a prominent, well situated spot within the village.
Location
This property is situated on a quiet leafy road in the sought after village of Rumburgh which is approximately a 15 minute drive from Halesworth. Halesworth provides many independent shops, range of schools, public houses, restaurants, doctors, vets and a supermarket. It has a thriving centre of arts for the community called 'The New Cut' which is used as a theatre, cinema, exhibitions and workshops. There is a train station with services to London Liverpool Street via Ipswich. The unspoilt heritage coastline of Suffolk with the lovely beaches of Southwold and Walberswick are a 20 minute drive away.
Fixtures and Fittings
All fixtures and fittings are specifically excluded from the sale, but may be available in addition, subject to separate negotiation.
Services
Mains Electricity and Water.Oil Fired Central Heating. Private Drainage.
Local Authority:
Waveney District Council
Tax Band: D
Postcode: IP19 0JU
Agents Note
The property is offered subject to and with the benefit of all rights of way, whether public or private, all way leaves, easements and other rights of way whether specifically mentioned or not.
Tenure
Vacant possession of the freehold will be given upon completion
Property Features :
- Stunning Grade II Listed Suffolk Cottage
- Wealth of Original Features
- Four Reception Rooms
- Three Bedrooms
- Two Bathrooms
- Delightful Gardens
- Part Covered Courtyard Area
- Rural Village Location