Property description
Beccles Train Station 8 minute walk
Southwold 12.2 miles
Norwich City Centre - 18.6 miles
This unique 17th century, Grade II listed town house offers character in abundance. Along with its many period features the property also boasts five double bedrooms, three spacious reception rooms and outside courtyard garden area. Located in the heart of a beautiful, 'up and coming', old market town.
Accommodation comprises briefly:
Large entrance hall
Sitting room
Kitchen through to Dining room
Family room/Snug
Cellar/Bar/Games room
Master bedroom with dressing room & ensuite bathroom
Separate guest bedroom with dressing room & ensuite bathroom
Double bedroom
Two attic bedrooms
Family bathroom
Walled garden
Timber garden shed
Decked terrace
Gated entrance
The Property
This charming character property dates from 1650 and has undergone various additions over the centuries to boast an imposing and elegant accommodation. The property itself is presented in good condition throughout and is available to the open market with no onward chain complications. A wealth of period features are still present, including original flooring, windows and fireplaces.
A large entrance hall welcomes one into the house with original tiled floors. This opens into the sitting room creating an ideal entertaining space with a brick inglenook fireplace housing a 'Villager' wood burner, tiled hearth and oak bressumer over, and a large panelled window overlooks the attractive walled garden. A wrought iron spiral staircase leads down to the playroom/cellar which has terracotta tiled floors, lighting and bar. The kitchen has terracotta tiled floors, a range of bespoke solid wood units with granite and aroca worktops, integrated dishwasher, space for fridge and freezer and 'Falcon' range cooker. This opens into the dining room with solid oak floors and is ideal for a large table and seating area. Doors open out to the garden from both the kitchen and dining room. The sitting room has a brick fireplace and views to the front of the property. The guest bedroom suite is a generous area with a separate staircase and vaulted ceilings, walk-in dressing room and full en-suite bathroom with bath and walk-in power shower. A second staircase from the main hall leads up to the five further bedrooms. The master bedroom benefits from a spacious en-suite and the single bedroom adjoining the master is currently used as a dressing room. One further double bedroom can be found on this floor. A family bathroom with walk-in power shower can be found just off the landing. Two further double attic bedrooms with exposed beams are both located off a separate landing on the third floor and benefit from far reaching views.
Outside
The rear walled courtyard is surrounded by shrub borders including a pear tree, roses and an abundance of climbing plants including wisteria, clematis and jasmine. A timber deck with inset lighting provides an ideal setting for outdoor entertaining. To the rear of the courtyard can be found a secluded terrace area, a timber garden shed with electricity and a rear gate.
Location
The property is in the heart of Beccles, which is a busy market town with many shops, restaurants, schools, pubs and supermarkets. A market selling fresh produce is held every Friday in the town, there is a bus station with a daily service lo London (Victoria) and local daily service to Loddon and regular services to Lowestoft, Norwich and many of the smaller villages around. The Beccles train station has a direct line to London Liverpool Street. The town is located on the Waveney River which is a gateway to the Broads network. The unspoilt Suffolk coastline with the beaches of Southwold and Walberswick are within easy driving distance.
Directions
From Beccles town centre, head west on New Market toward Ballygate. Turn right to stay on New Market. Turn right again to stay on New Market. Turn left into The Walk. Continue onto Saltgate. Continue onto Northgate and the property is situated on the right.
Fixtures & Fittings
All fixtures and fittings including curtains are specifically excluded from the sale, but may be available in addition, subject to separate negotiation. 'Falcon' range cooker available separately.
Services
Gas fired central heating and hot water. All mains services are connected. Broadband. Alarm.
Local Authority:
Waveney District Council
Tax Band: E
Postcode: NR34 9AS
EPC Rating: E
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 :
- Grade II listed property
- Three Reception Rooms
- Master En-suite With Dressing Room
- Guest En-suite & Three Further Bedrooms
- Family Bathroom
- Walled Garden
- Timber Garden Shed
- Decked Terrace