In all about 1.73 acres.
Additional paddocks to rent.

An exquisite light-filled Paul Hammond designed country residence, that combines the original Victorian cottages, with an exceptional three storey contemporary masterpiece; positioned in an elevated spot overlooking breath-taking Suffolk countryside within the Dedham Vale AONB. This truly unique home has a beautiful blend of silvering oak, traditional red brick, zinc and slate roofing, and most notable is the draw to the surrounding landscape with the immeasurable use of full height glass to every aspect.

Flexible and airy accommodation flow from the welcoming fully vaulted entrance hall with two of the walls being full glass, joined by a single oak-clad steel beam, making the most of the ever changing external vistas. To the ground floor, are four reception rooms, all with dual purposes, though currently laid out as a sitting room, garden room, study, and a snug/bedroom suite. Of particular note is the garden room which is fully vaulted and almost entirely walled by glass windows and bi-fold doors leading to the terrace, shared with the kitchen/family room. The heart of this home is of course the exceptional kitchen/family room, an example of modern interior, with its statement colours and gigantic central island, softened by the country style Aga and boundless light that beams from the many views over yet another aspect of the outside. Also to the ground floor is a utility room and cloakroom.

Below the ground floor is the unexpected and vast basement level, originally created to host a pool and wellness layer, though now it forms a useful entertaining spot for the whole family, be that for cinema nights, parties for all ages, a gym, or hobby room. In addition are three more useful rooms, the pantry, plant room, and a bedroom/office with cloakroom. What makes this space truly unique is the sunken atrium style terrace, allowing natural light fill the room whilst also creating a space to relax away from the rest of the world.

The first floor with glass galleried landing and views to the front, provides access to four double rooms, all of which have luxury en suite facilities, and three with dressing rooms. This remarkable home has been created with quality and its surroundings, at the forefront, and the finished article blends peacefully within its landscape.

The house benefits from a range of features designed to reduce its carbon footprint and energy costs as well as making it convenient and comfortable to live in, for further details please see the back page of the brochure.

The property is approached along a country lane, and a long gravelled driveway, with the house being nestled within its gardens, it grows in size as you approach. There is ample driveway parking along with a 2 bay cart lodge and garaging with storage above. The majority of the grounds are slightly undulating, left to lawn and wild flower, interspersed by mature trees of a wide variety, all of which open out to the surrounding countryside that lies below bearing its elevated spot. In fact, at the very top of the garden, the property almost disappears into the wider landscape, making an awe-inspiring stop to sit and absorb nature. Formal lawns and terracing surround the house, making for seamless indoor-outdoor entertaining, with particular attention to detail of the floor levels from the kitchen and garden room, to the shared terrace, creating one huge open plan space during the summer months when the doors are open.

Located at the heart of the beautiful Suffolk countryside within Lower Raydon, a quiet hamlet set in the picturesque valley of the River Brett. There are plenty of country walks, excellent bicycle and horse riding on the country lanes and tracks nearby with the Brett Vale Golf Course just around the corner. The market town of Hadleigh lies about 2 miles away, considered as one of the top towns in the area with its historic and pretty architecture, with a wide range of amenities including shops, restaurants, pubs, doctor’s surgery, leisure facilities and schooling. East Bergholt, also has good pubs, shops, doctor’s surgery and school.

Ipswich to the north and Colchester to the south provide a comprehensive range of services along with schooling in both the state and independent sectors plus mainline rail services direct to London’s Liverpool Street station. The A12 is nearby providing easy access to the M25 along with connections to the A14 and into The Midlands.

General
Local Authority: Babergh District Council
Services: Ground source heat pump. Mains electricity and water. Compliant private drainage. Super-fast Broadband.
Council tax: Band E
Tenure: Freehold

Green Credentials & Technology
Heating and hot water comes from a ground source heat pump coupled to wet underfloor heating throughout which is very efficient and can be powered by renewable energy. There are numerous thermal heat stores in the floors allowing the heating to be largely driven by green off-peak electricity. The AGA is an electric night-storage version which ordinarily uses off-peak electricity. There are two heat recovery ventilation units providing fresh air without losing heat. The lighting and electric blinds are controlled by a centralised KNX system which has programmable switches and is connected to a smartphone app. This enables green features such as lights being turned on or off when rooms are occupied and the ability to switch off all lights when retiring or leaving the house. There is also a centralised vacuuming system.

Hadleigh 2.2 miles, Manningtree station 7.4 miles
(London Liverpool Street 56 minutes), A12 3.2
miles, Ipswich 10.1 miles, Colchester 12.9 miles