A superbly situated village house set in delightfully mature gardens.

Description

The Priory, a handsome and impressive grade II listed house, set within delightfully private established gardens in the village centre. The property is believed to date from the early 19th century around 1730-1760 with older parts of the property at the rear. Built of gault brick and a timber frame under a black glazed pantiled roof, the property has undergone a complete renovation and extension by the current owners.

The property retails many original features expected from a property of this era, such as; sash windows, shutters, ornate fireplaces, deep skirtings, detailed cornicing and a portico. Of particular note is the 19th century stained glass windows. The original house has been sympathetically restored whilst incorporating 21st century living, most notably with the contemporary rear extension, which houses the kitchen/breakfast room.

The ground floor accommodation comprises a spacious light-filled reception hall which gives access through to the two main reception rooms. The drawing room is very well-proportioned and benefits from a fireplace with a gas fire, a dual aspect with sash windows and shutters as well as French doors out on to the south facing front terrace. The dining room has original windows and an open fireplace. To one side of the drawing room lies the study which has fitted bookcases and a fireplace.

The property continues through to the rear where the kitchen/breakfast room and snug are situated, very much the heart of the house. The snug has a Clearview wood burning stove and is open plan to the contemporary kitchen/ breakfast room. The kitchen/ breakfast room is an incredible space with full height glass sliding doors on two sides making the room very light and airy. The bespoke kitchen was designed by Excelsior Kitchens Ltd who have created an expansive open plan cutting edge kitchen, yet at the same time an inviting, practical and sociable space. The kitchen consists of; a tiled floor, extensive units with sile stone work tops, Quooker hot tap, Bora induction hob, combination steam oven, microwave oven and two further ovens, two warmer drawers beneath and a built in Siemens dishwasher and fridge. There is also a cleverly designed ‘hidden’ walk-in larder. The kitchen also benefits from underfloor heating. The kitchen has wonderful views out to the veranda and walled garden.

This house is full of surprises with the snug giving access to the cellar which has been completely renovated, now being used as a fully fitted out bar with original floor and walls, LED lights that change colour, sound system and a fitted Bosch fridge. A further sitting room lies adjacent to the snug with French doors out and access through to a boot room and WC.

The handsome staircase rises to the first floor with the principal bedroom at the front of the property overlooking the lawned grounds. It benefits from a walk-in wardrobe and spacious en suite bathroom with Porcelanosa tiles and light changing LED’s. There are a further six bedrooms and five bath/shower rooms, all of which have been fitted with Porcelanosa tiles and includes a wet room.

Outside
The property is entered via electric wooden gates which follow an in and out sweeping gravel drive. To the right of the drive, as you enter, lies a store/ workshop. The grounds are tastefully divided comprising a formal lawn to the south, a stunning walled garden to the north and to the south-west over two bridges is a further lawned area and woodland. The gardens are very well stocked with plants that include; lilacs, peonies, wisteria, roses, campsus, hedging and a wonderful Cedar of Lebanon tree, all of which offer a high degree of privacy and seclusion. There is a party barn to one side of the walled garden with a fitted Eggersman kitchen and a double garage is situated at the end of the barn. The old garage is now used as a wood store. The middle section of the outer wall is removable in summer months, perfect for al fresco dining and parties. A summer house lies in the south west lawned area offering lovely views of the church.

Location

This thriving village offers a superb range of local facilities rarely found in a village of today, including doctors Surgery, shops, restaurant, two public houses, Church, primary school and a free-school. Some 10 miles to the south is the popular market town of Bury St Edmunds, which offers further comprehensive facilities with schooling in the private and public sector, extensive shopping facilities and a good range of leisure facilities including health clubs, swimming pools and golf clubs. Ixworth also provides a bus service straight through to London Victoria taking approximately 178 minutes.

Square Footage: 5,950 sq ft


Acreage: 3.25 Acres

Directions

From Bury St Edmunds and the A14 take the A134 towards Thetford. At the first roundabout go on to the A143 to Diss. Just over 5.5 miles turn left into Ixworth. Once over the bridge take the second turning in the wall on the left in to the driveway of The Priory.

Additional Info

Services - mains water, electricity, drainage and gas central heating.

Distances: Bury St Edmunds 8 miles, Thurston station 2 miles (direct to Cambridge for London trains)

Council Tax Band - G