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5 bedroom house for sale
Playford, Ipswich
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5 bed
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EPC rating: B*
4,488 sq ft / 417 sq m
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Property description & features
- Modern Country Estate situated in Playford Village
- 2.5 acres of private land & woodlands
- Contemporary Build complete with Smart Technology
- Versatile Accommodation with income potential
- Potential Development Opportunity
- Handcrafted Interior
- Entertainment Barn
- South Facing Gardens
- Private Swim Lake
- Winner of the RIBA Suffolk Craftsmanship Award 2018
Grace Estate Agents are proud to present this unique opportunity to purchase The Bransons Estate, consisting of a modern Award-Winning home and a Barn set in 2.5 acres of quiet and picturesque countryside. Located in the idyllic village of Playford, in close proximity to Woodbridge.
Bransons House is an inspiring contemporary build, designed to sit comfortably within the surrounding landscape. Split over three levels with a total of internal floor area of 4,488 sq ft, all the rooms were designed to have a substantial amount of space and natural light. The property accommodation comprises five double en-suite bedrooms, an open kitchen/diner leading to sun terrace, cinema room, mezzanine landing.
A bespoke curved oak and glass staircase centres the property, incorporating designer LED intelligent lighting and Home Automation system.
The large floor to ceiling windows and generously sized balcony allows you to enjoy the uninterrupted views, overlooking rolling countryside, woodland area and private swim lake. The property has been designed to surround south facing gardens that captures the perfect amount of sunlight.
Other features of Bransons Estate include entertainment barn, a further oak framed garage with office above, a secure workshop and ample parking.
Bransons House - Bransons House built in 2018 totalling 4488 sq ft, split over 3 levels surrounded by outstanding countryside views. The property comprises five en suite bedrooms with built-in wardrobe space/storage, grand reception hall, living room, kitchen/breakfast room, utility, cinema, study, shower room and WC, large sun terrace, south facing private gardens, swim lake & swim jacuzzi.
Location - Situated in Fynn Valley, within the desirable village of Playford, yet minutes away from central amenities. Surrounding the Estate are public footpaths which lead you through miles of countryside filled with streams and various wildlife. These footpaths will lead you to the popular and historic villages of Bealings, Tuddenham and Rushmere St. Andrew.
It is perfectly located just 6 miles from Woodbridge and 5 miles from the centre of Ipswich, which has a mainline station with trains to London Liverpool Street. There is a selection of schools nearby, including Woodbridge School and its prep school, The Abbey, as well as the highly respected Farlingaye High School. Within the next village is Little Bealings Primary School, which is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. Located on the banks of the River Deben, Woodbridge is to be considered one of the most desirable towns in the East of England with its attractive buildings, which are home to restaurants, cafes, a cinema, swimming pool and a range of local businesses. Nearby is the Heritage Coast with destinations such as Snape, with its world famous concert hall, and Aldeburgh, with its beach, sailing, fine restaurants and golf course. The area is idyllic for both walking and bird watching. Within a short distance is a range of pubs, as well as Kesgrave Hall and Seckford Hall with their excellent restaurants.
Build Design Specification - Bransons Estate has won multiple awards due to the build specification and architectural design features.
- Automatic Biomass boiler heating the whole site on Domestic Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) scheme
- Sound deadened floor (main floor level)
- Underfloor heating on Ground and Lower Levels
- Solar Panels
- External woodwork in Accoya (50-year anti-rot)
- Gutters and down pipes in colour coded aluminium
- Fire Safety Alarm System
- Designer LED intelligent lighting
- Home Automation
- Triple Glazed Casement Windows
- Heat Recovery Ventilation
Ground Floor -
Reception Hall - 9.30m x 4.32m (30'6" x 14'2") - An impressive grand reception hall centres the bespoke spiral oak and glass staircase leading to the upper and lower levels of the property. Floor to ceiling double glazed picturesque windows to the front and rear aspect allow copious amounts of natural daylight to flood the gallery landing and entrance hall.
Kitchen/Dining Area - 8.15 x 5.36 (26'8" x 17'7") - An exceptional open plan area, incorporating a handmade bespoke kitchen flowing through to the rear bi-fold doors opening onto the south-facing terrace. The kitchen offers a range of modern handmade standing cupboards and drawer's along with matching wall units. The extensive breakfast island which is positioned centrally to the room offers a range of units and an induction hob, sink and mixer tap. The integrated appliances consist of a triple oven selection of which one being a steam oven, large fridge freezer, separate freezer and dishwasher. The Dining room area includes a media centre complete with inset TV and storage. Tiled floor with underfloor heating and vacuum point.
Sun Terrace - 11.10m x 6.07m max (36'5" x 19'10" max) - Bi-fold doors open onto the suntrap terrace providing uninterrupted views across the swim lake and surrounding woodland. Grey Slate paving across the terrace with infrared outside heaters, glazed and stainless steel balustrade staircase leading to the garden.
Living Room - 6.15m x 5.26m (20'2" x 17'3") - Panoramic views of the rolling countryside through triple glazed floor to ceiling windows and bi-folding doors to the terrace. Bi-folding doors leading to the south facing terrace shared with access also from he kitchen/dinning area. Oak flooring with underfloor heating and vacuum point.
Boot/Laundry Room - 3.68 x 2.34 (12'0" x 7'8") - Adjoining from the kitchen area and access provided from the front of the property, the Boot/Laundry room encompasses a multi-functional space. With a range of floor standing cupboards and units, walk-in pantry (2m x 1.3m) and windows to side and rear aspects.
Shower/Cloak Room - 2.06 x 1.37 (6'9" x 4'5") - A contemporary shower room comprising a walk-in double rainfall shower, back-lit alcove, low level WC, wash hand basin with mixer tap & under sink lighting, heated towel rail. Auto mirror heaters and pebbled floor tiling.
Study/Office - 5.2 x 3.25 (17'0" x 10'7") - A light and airy office space with views to front and side aspect, featuring oak flooring.
Upper Level -
Gallery Landing - Spacious gallery landing encased by floor to ceiling windows to front and rear aspect, joining the upper level bedrooms.
Bedroom Two - 8.81 x 4.45 (28'10" x 14'7") - A uniquely designed bedroom with an intricate vaulted ceiling and gable end window showcasing the spectacular views. Built-in wardrobe and additional storage space featuring Kelly Hoppen Shutters on triple aspect windows. The room benefits from Velux balcony windows to enjoy the surrounding gardens.
En-Suite - 2.51 x 1.85 (8'2" x 6'0") - Modern en-suite comprising a corner rainfall shower, back-lit alcove, low level WC, wash hand basin with mixer tap & under sink lighting, auto mirror heaters, towel heater and marble effect wall tiles.
Bedroom Three - 5.33 x 5.18 (17'5" x 16'11") - Contemporary bedroom suite comprising fitted wardrobes, recessed storage and a vaulted ceiling with gable end window. Kelly Hoppen Shutters on triple aspect windows.
En Suite - 3.51 x 1.93 (11'6" x 6'3") - Marble effect, fully tiled four piece bathroom suite with inset oval bath with wall controls & freestanding mixer tap, corner rainfall shower, double vanity with under sink lighting and auto mirror heaters.
Lower Level -
Lower Reception Hallway - Spacious hallway with door leading to the garden room. Featuring inset floor lighting.
Master Suite - 5.15 x 4.55 (16'10" x 14'11") - A sumptuous master suite with room divider headboard separating the dressing area and en suite from the bedroom space. French doors opening onto the patio overlooking the rear aspect. The dressing area incorporates ample storage with feature lighting and skylight.
En Suite - 2.84 x 2.74 (9'3" x 8'11") - Marble effect, fully tiled four piece bathroom suite with freestanding bath with wall controls & shower spray, walk in double rainfall shower, double vanity with under sink lighting and auto mirror heater with LED lighting.
Bedroom Four - 3.63m x 3.78m (11'10" x 12'4") - A generously sized bedroom suite featuring French doors leading out to the patio, fitted wardrobes with additional storage and side aspect windows. Access to en suite.
En Suite - 4.22m x 3.30m (13'10" x 10'9") - Elegantly designed bathroom suite with inset skylight providing copious amounts of natural light. Freestanding bath with wall controls and shower spray, double vanity with counter top basins, WC and walk-in double rainfall shower with recessed back-lit alcove. Fully tiled and feature LED lighting around auto heated mirror.
Bedroom Five - 5.03m x 3.73m (16'6" x 12'2") - A light and airy double bedroom with two double glazed picture windows and double glazed French doors to the patio, fitted wardrobe cupboards and adjacent drawers with display alcove above, door to en suite:-
En Suite - 1.36m x 3.07m (4'5" x 10'0") - Partially tiled, low level WC, wash hand basin with mixer tap and vanity cupboard under, walk in shower with rainfall/shower spray unit and back lit alcove, tiled splash backs and heated towel radiator.
Cinema Room - 4.72 x 4.22 (15'5" x 13'10") - One of a kind home cinema room featuring integrated AV, 4K projector, integrated LED mood lighting and recessed floor lighting.
Control Room - 2.59 x 1.70 (8'5" x 5'6") - Frosted glazed ceiling window providing additional daylight, housing vacuum system, AV equipment and house systems.
Bransons Entertainment Barn - Bransons Entertainment Barn spans 795 sq ft. An oak framed barn with underfloor heating, Shower room, Kitchen, Double opening large access doors to front, Projector and drop down screen. Stairs leading to the studio with muti functional uses. The outside of the building has been specially designed with Copper guttering and Reclaimed roof tiles (from former Bransons College).
External Grounds - The rear grounds offer spectacular views over the Suffolk countryside. Totalling 2.5 acres of south-facing landscaped layered, garden bordered with woodland and mature trees and a private swim lake.
Steps lead to the decked level housing the swim jacuzzi, sectioned off with glass panels. Further steps lead up to the paved front aspect of Bransons House and side entrance to Bransons Entertainment Barn.
The rear of the property is enhanced with downlights on the lower and ground levels, recessed LED lighting under the sun terrace and feature LED strip lighting on the steps.
There is automatic lawn irrigation fed from the swim lake, infrared outside heaters on the veranda, extensive parking to the front of the property, CCTV and Security Alarm System.
Bransons House is an inspiring contemporary build, designed to sit comfortably within the surrounding landscape. Split over three levels with a total of internal floor area of 4,488 sq ft, all the rooms were designed to have a substantial amount of space and natural light. The property accommodation comprises five double en-suite bedrooms, an open kitchen/diner leading to sun terrace, cinema room, mezzanine landing.
A bespoke curved oak and glass staircase centres the property, incorporating designer LED intelligent lighting and Home Automation system.
The large floor to ceiling windows and generously sized balcony allows you to enjoy the uninterrupted views, overlooking rolling countryside, woodland area and private swim lake. The property has been designed to surround south facing gardens that captures the perfect amount of sunlight.
Other features of Bransons Estate include entertainment barn, a further oak framed garage with office above, a secure workshop and ample parking.
Bransons House - Bransons House built in 2018 totalling 4488 sq ft, split over 3 levels surrounded by outstanding countryside views. The property comprises five en suite bedrooms with built-in wardrobe space/storage, grand reception hall, living room, kitchen/breakfast room, utility, cinema, study, shower room and WC, large sun terrace, south facing private gardens, swim lake & swim jacuzzi.
Location - Situated in Fynn Valley, within the desirable village of Playford, yet minutes away from central amenities. Surrounding the Estate are public footpaths which lead you through miles of countryside filled with streams and various wildlife. These footpaths will lead you to the popular and historic villages of Bealings, Tuddenham and Rushmere St. Andrew.
It is perfectly located just 6 miles from Woodbridge and 5 miles from the centre of Ipswich, which has a mainline station with trains to London Liverpool Street. There is a selection of schools nearby, including Woodbridge School and its prep school, The Abbey, as well as the highly respected Farlingaye High School. Within the next village is Little Bealings Primary School, which is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. Located on the banks of the River Deben, Woodbridge is to be considered one of the most desirable towns in the East of England with its attractive buildings, which are home to restaurants, cafes, a cinema, swimming pool and a range of local businesses. Nearby is the Heritage Coast with destinations such as Snape, with its world famous concert hall, and Aldeburgh, with its beach, sailing, fine restaurants and golf course. The area is idyllic for both walking and bird watching. Within a short distance is a range of pubs, as well as Kesgrave Hall and Seckford Hall with their excellent restaurants.
Build Design Specification - Bransons Estate has won multiple awards due to the build specification and architectural design features.
- Automatic Biomass boiler heating the whole site on Domestic Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) scheme
- Sound deadened floor (main floor level)
- Underfloor heating on Ground and Lower Levels
- Solar Panels
- External woodwork in Accoya (50-year anti-rot)
- Gutters and down pipes in colour coded aluminium
- Fire Safety Alarm System
- Designer LED intelligent lighting
- Home Automation
- Triple Glazed Casement Windows
- Heat Recovery Ventilation
Ground Floor -
Reception Hall - 9.30m x 4.32m (30'6" x 14'2") - An impressive grand reception hall centres the bespoke spiral oak and glass staircase leading to the upper and lower levels of the property. Floor to ceiling double glazed picturesque windows to the front and rear aspect allow copious amounts of natural daylight to flood the gallery landing and entrance hall.
Kitchen/Dining Area - 8.15 x 5.36 (26'8" x 17'7") - An exceptional open plan area, incorporating a handmade bespoke kitchen flowing through to the rear bi-fold doors opening onto the south-facing terrace. The kitchen offers a range of modern handmade standing cupboards and drawer's along with matching wall units. The extensive breakfast island which is positioned centrally to the room offers a range of units and an induction hob, sink and mixer tap. The integrated appliances consist of a triple oven selection of which one being a steam oven, large fridge freezer, separate freezer and dishwasher. The Dining room area includes a media centre complete with inset TV and storage. Tiled floor with underfloor heating and vacuum point.
Sun Terrace - 11.10m x 6.07m max (36'5" x 19'10" max) - Bi-fold doors open onto the suntrap terrace providing uninterrupted views across the swim lake and surrounding woodland. Grey Slate paving across the terrace with infrared outside heaters, glazed and stainless steel balustrade staircase leading to the garden.
Living Room - 6.15m x 5.26m (20'2" x 17'3") - Panoramic views of the rolling countryside through triple glazed floor to ceiling windows and bi-folding doors to the terrace. Bi-folding doors leading to the south facing terrace shared with access also from he kitchen/dinning area. Oak flooring with underfloor heating and vacuum point.
Boot/Laundry Room - 3.68 x 2.34 (12'0" x 7'8") - Adjoining from the kitchen area and access provided from the front of the property, the Boot/Laundry room encompasses a multi-functional space. With a range of floor standing cupboards and units, walk-in pantry (2m x 1.3m) and windows to side and rear aspects.
Shower/Cloak Room - 2.06 x 1.37 (6'9" x 4'5") - A contemporary shower room comprising a walk-in double rainfall shower, back-lit alcove, low level WC, wash hand basin with mixer tap & under sink lighting, heated towel rail. Auto mirror heaters and pebbled floor tiling.
Study/Office - 5.2 x 3.25 (17'0" x 10'7") - A light and airy office space with views to front and side aspect, featuring oak flooring.
Upper Level -
Gallery Landing - Spacious gallery landing encased by floor to ceiling windows to front and rear aspect, joining the upper level bedrooms.
Bedroom Two - 8.81 x 4.45 (28'10" x 14'7") - A uniquely designed bedroom with an intricate vaulted ceiling and gable end window showcasing the spectacular views. Built-in wardrobe and additional storage space featuring Kelly Hoppen Shutters on triple aspect windows. The room benefits from Velux balcony windows to enjoy the surrounding gardens.
En-Suite - 2.51 x 1.85 (8'2" x 6'0") - Modern en-suite comprising a corner rainfall shower, back-lit alcove, low level WC, wash hand basin with mixer tap & under sink lighting, auto mirror heaters, towel heater and marble effect wall tiles.
Bedroom Three - 5.33 x 5.18 (17'5" x 16'11") - Contemporary bedroom suite comprising fitted wardrobes, recessed storage and a vaulted ceiling with gable end window. Kelly Hoppen Shutters on triple aspect windows.
En Suite - 3.51 x 1.93 (11'6" x 6'3") - Marble effect, fully tiled four piece bathroom suite with inset oval bath with wall controls & freestanding mixer tap, corner rainfall shower, double vanity with under sink lighting and auto mirror heaters.
Lower Level -
Lower Reception Hallway - Spacious hallway with door leading to the garden room. Featuring inset floor lighting.
Master Suite - 5.15 x 4.55 (16'10" x 14'11") - A sumptuous master suite with room divider headboard separating the dressing area and en suite from the bedroom space. French doors opening onto the patio overlooking the rear aspect. The dressing area incorporates ample storage with feature lighting and skylight.
En Suite - 2.84 x 2.74 (9'3" x 8'11") - Marble effect, fully tiled four piece bathroom suite with freestanding bath with wall controls & shower spray, walk in double rainfall shower, double vanity with under sink lighting and auto mirror heater with LED lighting.
Bedroom Four - 3.63m x 3.78m (11'10" x 12'4") - A generously sized bedroom suite featuring French doors leading out to the patio, fitted wardrobes with additional storage and side aspect windows. Access to en suite.
En Suite - 4.22m x 3.30m (13'10" x 10'9") - Elegantly designed bathroom suite with inset skylight providing copious amounts of natural light. Freestanding bath with wall controls and shower spray, double vanity with counter top basins, WC and walk-in double rainfall shower with recessed back-lit alcove. Fully tiled and feature LED lighting around auto heated mirror.
Bedroom Five - 5.03m x 3.73m (16'6" x 12'2") - A light and airy double bedroom with two double glazed picture windows and double glazed French doors to the patio, fitted wardrobe cupboards and adjacent drawers with display alcove above, door to en suite:-
En Suite - 1.36m x 3.07m (4'5" x 10'0") - Partially tiled, low level WC, wash hand basin with mixer tap and vanity cupboard under, walk in shower with rainfall/shower spray unit and back lit alcove, tiled splash backs and heated towel radiator.
Cinema Room - 4.72 x 4.22 (15'5" x 13'10") - One of a kind home cinema room featuring integrated AV, 4K projector, integrated LED mood lighting and recessed floor lighting.
Control Room - 2.59 x 1.70 (8'5" x 5'6") - Frosted glazed ceiling window providing additional daylight, housing vacuum system, AV equipment and house systems.
Bransons Entertainment Barn - Bransons Entertainment Barn spans 795 sq ft. An oak framed barn with underfloor heating, Shower room, Kitchen, Double opening large access doors to front, Projector and drop down screen. Stairs leading to the studio with muti functional uses. The outside of the building has been specially designed with Copper guttering and Reclaimed roof tiles (from former Bransons College).
External Grounds - The rear grounds offer spectacular views over the Suffolk countryside. Totalling 2.5 acres of south-facing landscaped layered, garden bordered with woodland and mature trees and a private swim lake.
Steps lead to the decked level housing the swim jacuzzi, sectioned off with glass panels. Further steps lead up to the paved front aspect of Bransons House and side entrance to Bransons Entertainment Barn.
The rear of the property is enhanced with downlights on the lower and ground levels, recessed LED lighting under the sun terrace and feature LED strip lighting on the steps.
There is automatic lawn irrigation fed from the swim lake, infrared outside heaters on the veranda, extensive parking to the front of the property, CCTV and Security Alarm System.
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