Property description
Bungay - 1.2 miles
Beccles - 6.1 miles
Norwich - 15.9 miles
An exceptionally presented family home situated on the edge of the popular village of Ditchingham. Hollow Hill Lodge has undergone a full refurbishment by the current owners to provide the well appointed family home we now find today. Nestled amongst open fields and woodland the location is idyllic yet still within easy reach of the local market towns and the city of Norwich. Inspection by viewing is highly recommended.
Main Accommodation comprises briefly:
Reception Hall
Kitchen
Dining Room
Snug Lounge
Sitting Room
Utility Room
Family Bathroom
Master Bedroom & En-Suite
Three Further Double Bedrooms
The Property
Pushing open the original arch top front door we are welcomed by the reception hall of this fantastic family home. The accommodation has been superbly appointed with the living area situated to the rear of the property enjoying the stunning views of the gardens and fields beyond. Passing the all essential utility room on our right hand side a door way leads to the left and welcomes us into the dining room. Designed with family and entertaining in mind this generous room provides ample space for an eight place setting table which is the perfect spot to enjoy a view of the garden through the full height glazed door. From here french doors open to the kitchen/breakfast room making the two rooms a sociable working/entertaining space. The kitchen is fitted with an extensive range of of modern units that sit over the contrasting reclaimed slate flooring. The breakfast bar sits central to the room and provides a great spot to for a coffee whilst gazing through either of the two windows. Integral to the kitchen we find the fridge/freezer, a grill oven, space for a dishwasher and space for a range style cooker. A door from here leads us outside via the charming open sided porch. Stepping back through the dining room we find the snug lounge, our eye is immediately drawn to the view over the gardens whilst an open fireplace provides a focal point, the snug opens to the main sitting room allowing these two rooms to be separate yet still sociable. Heading into the sitting room the feeling of space is exaggerated by a full end bay window which offers french doors onto the patio, at over 6 metres this really is the family room, an open fireplace features in this room bringing a cosy feel to this generous space. Back in the hall we leave the living accommodation and firstly find the family bathroom, the high standard of finish is again apparent in this generous space. The room is fitted with a contemporary white suite that provides a bath, WC and wash basin set within a vanity unit. Stepping along the hall we find the first three of the four bedrooms, the Bedrooms all offer ample space for a double bed and the respective furnishings with largest of these rooms also enjoys french doors that open to the rear garden allowing for some flexibility of use should a forth bedroom not be needed. Enjoying the privacy at the far end of the hall we find the master bedroom, this exceptional space enjoys the views over the gardens to the rear and benefits from an ensuite shower room fitted again to high standard with a shower, wash basin and WC. This completes the accommodation.
Outside
Approaching from the front of the property we find the gravelled off road parking area and walled courtyard entrance that lead us to the arch topped front door. The courtyard is alive with climbing shrubs and plants that fill this sun trap with colour. From the driveway the gravel extends to a path that leads through the wrought iron railings and provides access to the rear. Pushing open the gate we pass the charming rear storm porch that leads from the Kitchen and head into the 'Kitchen Garden' which is filled with fruits and vegetables. A pizza oven brings a feature to this are whilst a path leads us into the main garden. The garden has been planned to an exceptional standard with a generous flagstone patio that runs along the rear of the Lodge. Flower beds border the patio and extend to the boundaries of the generous lawn. The borders are filled with a range of perennial flowers and flowering shrubs that provide colour throughout the year. A charm wall provides the right hand boundary set at height that provides an extensive view over the fields and the church spire in the distance.
Location
The property itself enjoys a rural position on the outskirts of Ditchingham Village. The village offers a primary school, village green, convenience store, public house and Broome Heath, ideal for those who enjoy walking and getting back to nature. The house also falls into the Hobart High School catchment area. Bungay lies 1.2 miles away within the popular Waveney Valley and offers a good range of all the necessary amenities and shops, schools, antique shops, restaurants, The Fisher Theatre (now showing films) and leisure facilities including indoor swimming pool and golf club. The unspoilt heritage coastline of Suffolk with the lovely beaches of Southwold and Walberswick are a short distance away.
Tenure
Vacant possession of the freehold will be given upon completion.
Fixtures & Fittings
All fixtures and fittings including curtains are specifically excluded from the sale, but may be available in addition, subject to separate negotiation.
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.
Services
Oil Fired Fuel Central Heating. Mains electricity, water. Private Drainage.
Local Authority
South Norfolk Council
Tax Band: D
Postcode: NR35 2DY