An extended and restored former vicarage, positioned within the heart of the village, benefitting from gardens of almost half an acre.

Believed to date from the 18th Century, The Old Vicarage is Listed Grade II, presenting red brick elevations beneath pan tiled roofs. The property offers numerous original features such as fireplaces, picture rails and the beautifully crafted turned stairs balustrade, together with high ceilings throughout. Extending to almost 3,000 sq ft, the Georgian portion of the property offers balancing reception rooms either side of a central hallway, beyond which is the study. A modern extension provides a spacious kitchen/diner and living space, connecting the Georgian property to a studio containing a laundry room, pantry and expansive multi-purpose space, with annexe potential. French doors lead out from the kitchen directly to a paved area which benefits from sunset views. Stairs rise to the first floor to offer four bedrooms and two bathrooms.

OUTSIDE

Approached over a shingle driveway the property offers ample parking provisions with separate garden areas beyond. To the side of the property there is an open expanse of garden predominantly laid to lawn connecting to side terrace, in turn linking to the kitchen. To the northern side of the property is a more formal garden partly enclosed by a red brick wall with seating area which enjoys the morning sun, together with climbing grapevines, fig tree and pleached hornbeams screening from the street. In all the property extends to approximately 0.45 acres.

The Coach House presents red brick elevations beneath a plain tiled roof and offers potential redevelopment, subject to the necessary planning consents. There is secondary road access and drop curb behind double timber gates.

LOCATION

The Old Vicarage lies in the centre of the village within walking distance of the village pub with shop selling local produce. The Georgian market town of Harleston lays approximately 2 miles to the north and provides a good range of shops and services.

There are various state and independent schools in the area. The coastal town of Southwold is 13 miles to the east. The Norfolk Broads are easily accessed to the north east, with the cathedral city of Norwich some 25 miles to the north and offers extensive leisure and shopping facilities. Norwich Airport on the outskirts of the city offers regular flights within the UK and Europe.

There is also a regular rail service to London Liverpool Street from Norwich and Diss with a fastest journey time of 1 hour 40 minutes. The town of Halesworth also offers rail connections to London via Ipswich.

DISTANCES

Harleston – 2 miles
Diss – 10 miles
Halesworth 12 miles
Southwold – 21 miles
Norwich – 24 miles
Ipswich – 29 miles

DIRECTIONS (IP20 9LB)

Travelling from the A140 exit at the roundabout with the BP garage and M&S food, signed to Harleston, turn onto the A143. Continue for approximately 6.5 miles taking the third exit at the roundabout signed to Needham. Proceed along High Road for approximately 1/3 of a mile, passing the church and village hall where the property will be found shortly after on the right hand side set behind a red brick wall with pleached hornbeams.

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AGENT’S NOTE

Peter Wells Architects have prepared drawings for the conversion of the Coach House which will be made available upon request

SERVICES

Mains electricity, gas and water are connected. Drainage to a private system.

A modern boiler and Smart heating system has been installed by the current vendors.

Council Tax: band F

FIXTURES AND FITTINGS

Items regarded as fixtures and fittings are initially excluded from the sale, although certain items may be available by separate negotiation.

VIEWINGS

By appointment with Jackson-Stops.