6 bedroom detached house for sale

Magnificent barn conversion within the Suffolk Coasts and Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and perfectly situated for Southwold, Walberswick and the coast.

Description

Occupying an idyllic rural position in the Suffolk Coasts and Heaths AONB and well placed for Southwold, Brick Kiln Farm is an especially impressive barn conversion, set within about an acre of beautiful grounds.

The original barn is believed to date from the 17th century and was expertly converted in 2007 to create a superb, spacious and comfortable family home.

The building has handsome elevations of principally red brick and black timber weatherboarding, under a reed thatch roof, which was re-ridged, dressed and netted in Spring 2022.

Internally, the accommodation flows exceptionally well and comprises wonderfully proportioned, light-filled rooms, with enchanting period features and great ceiling height throughout.

This bespoke, hand built kitchen has granite work surfaces, a Britannia range cooker with a gas hob, double, butler-style Thomas Denby sinks with a boiling tap, integrated Bosch dishwasher and wine cooler.

The bright, vaulted room has a tiled floor with underfloor heating; windows and a glazed doors look over the terrace and garden. It flows through to a snug with oak floors, a wood-burning stove and French windows out to the garden.

Beyond the kitchen/breakfast room is the dining room, which leads through to the magnificent, double height, vaulted sitting room.

This capacious principal reception room has outstanding exposed timbers and oak floors; a south-facing floor to ceiling window floods the room with natural light and French windows lead out to the terrace.

Studwork divides the sitting room from the elegantly proportioned drawing room, which has a delightful array of period features and windows offering views over the garden - both rooms share a wood-burning stove.

A mezzanine level looks over the sitting room and is presently used as a generous study, ideal for working from home. The room enjoys far-reaching field views.

There are four bedrooms - one with an adjoining shower room and French windows out to the garden - and a family bathroom on the ground floor.

On the first floor are a further two double bedrooms, both with adjoining bathrooms, each with separate showers; the principal bedroom further benefits from a walk in wardrobe and a window overlooking the sitting room.

Brick Kiln Farm sits well in the centre of spectacular grounds, totalling just over an acre. Immediately to the south of the building is a fabulous terrace, dotted with specimen trees and bordered with a formal pond, ideal for al fresco dining. Beyond the pond is a parterre garden and enclosed sitting area.

The private and well protected garden is principally south-facing with verdant lawns, herbaceous and shrub borders and array of mature trees, including hazel and silver birch; there is a small orchard of apple, plum and meddler trees.

Brick Kiln Farm has ample gated parking for multiple cars on a single drive, along with a triple garage.

Location

Brick Kiln Farm occupies an exceptional rural position on the edge of South Cove, a charming and ancient village to the north of Southwold, in east Suffolk.

Flint tools from the neolithic period have been found in the village, which is included in the Domesday Book; the Norman church is particularly pretty with its thatched roof and medieval ceiling. There are numerous walks within the vicinity, including around Covehithe Beach (2.5 miles), a tranquil sandy beach to the north of Benacre Broad.

Famed for its painted beach huts and the iconic 19th century lighthouse, Southwold (3 miles) offers boutique shops, restaurants and cultural amenities including an independent cinema and the Southwold Arts Centre. The town also hosts the Southwold Arts Festival's annual celebration of arts and literature.

Across the River Blythe, Walberswick (9.5 miles via car or a 4.5 mile walk/cycle) is one of the county's most popular destinations, with beautiful beaches, dunes and heathland, providing exceptional walks, and an excellent selection of amenities, including two public houses, a number of cafés and a splendid delicatessen, The Black Dog.

Beccles (11 miles) is an attractive market town on the River Waveney, dominated by the 16th century detached bell tower of St Michael’s. The town has a wonderful array of amenities including a heated lido.

Norwich (28 miles) is the largest city in East Anglia and a substantially complete medieval city. There are myriad shops, restaurants, bars and cafés; two striking cathedrals, and the amazing Norman castle, now a gallery and museum.

Brick Kiln Farm is well placed for the commuter with easy access to the A12 and regular trains to London Liverpool Street via Ipswich from Halesworth (from 130 minutes) and Darsham (from 122 minutes).

There are fantastic local sporting facilities, including golf clubs at Southwold, Halesworth and Aldeburgh; rugby clubs at Southwold and Woodbridge; numerous tennis courts and clubs in the area; and superb sailing along the east coast. Clay pigeon shooting is also available at High Lodge in Darsham.

Schools in the area are well thought of, including St. Felix School, The Old School Henstead, Framlingham College, Woodbridge School and Norwich School.

All times and distances are approximate.

Square Footage: 5,550 sq ft


Acreage: 1.06 Acres

Directions

Take the Gipsy Lane exit off the A12; follow the road on to South Cove. At the end of the road, turn right on to B1127, signposted Southwold. After 60 yards, turn right on to Cove Bottom. Brick Kiln Farm is approximately one mile down the road, on the left.

Additional Info

Services: Mains water and electricity; sewage treatment plant; oil fired central heating.

What3Words: ///patio.reconnect.harvest