Part of our Signature collection, this stunning 2,342sq ft detached Edwardian residence has a 1,218sq ft detached two bedroom barn conversion, set on a plot of around 0.45 acres on the fringes of the popular peninsula village of Woolverstone.

An outstanding property on the Shotley Peninsula in the historic village of Woolverstone, comprising an Edwardian house refurbished to a high specification and an architect-designed barn conversion, currently let for part of the year as an Airbnb.

With accommodation totalling more than 3,500 sq.ft. and mature gardens extending to 0.45 acres, this is a unique proposition in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The main house is beautifully presented, with a stunning open-plan kitchen/dining room and a wealth of period character and charm throughout. The contemporary barn conversion perfectly combines the old with the new, featuring solid oak beams, a polished concrete floor and high-spec insulation.

The Property
Since completing the barn conversion, designed by TAS Architects, London, the two properties have been integrated around a central drive and mature garden area. The addition of a Flemish bonded wall, separating the vegetable garden from the main gardens, refocuses the two buildings and gardens onto the woodlands and rural setting.

The Edwardian Main House
A handmade oak front door opens up to a stone-tiled entrance hall, with a cloakroom, and leads onto a stunning open-plan kitchen with an extensive dining area and open fireplace, perfect for family get-togethers. The vaulted kitchen area centres around a polished granite island, with a Smeg hob and double Siemens ovens, with granite worktops and storage areas. A double door opens onto the garden and outdoor dining area.

A family room opens off the kitchen, with dual aspect, bespoke built-in storage and a stripped wooden floor. The stone-floored hallway off the kitchen leads to a light, bright sitting room with triple aspect, wooden floor and woodburning stove, also with double doors onto the garden dining area. Across from the sitting room, a large, charming reception room with Edwardian fireplace and wooden floor, is currently used as a home office.

The ground floor accommodation is completed by a two-room, stone-tiled utility area with storage cupboards, ironing area, built-in washer/dryer storage and a walk-in shower with rain shower.

The first floor landing provides access to all four double bedrooms and the family bathroom. The main bedroom is located to the front, with a dual aspect outlook across open fields and farmland. Bedroom two is also located to the front, with field views and an original Edwardian fireplace. Bedroom three is located to the rear, overlooking the garden, with bespoke fitted storage. Bedroom four also overlooks the garden, with a dual aspect, and features an ensuite shower room. The family bathroom, with large freestanding oval bath, is fully tiled and overlooks the garden.

Barn conversion: The Suffolk Tallhouse
Towards the rear of the plot there is an architect-designed, spacious barn conversion full of space and light. The timber-framed building combines the old-world charm of solid oak beams with modern triple-glazing, floor to ceiling windows and a polished concrete floor, with underfloor heating. The building is currently let for part of the year as a holiday cottage, providing a significant income, and has also become a family favourite for parties and overflow accommodation when friends come to stay.

The double entrance doors open onto an entrance hall at the centre of the building. Leading off to the right an open-plan kitchen/dining area with worktops, cupboards and drawers, gains plenty of light from the dual aspect, room-wide windows. A shower room sits at the centre of the ground floor with shower, basin and WC. The left of the entrance hall leads into a large sitting room with an impressive vaulted ceiling and oak-framed, full-height windows. Double doors lead onto the private garden area at the back of the building, where a large lawn area sits in front of peaceful woodland.

A handmade oak staircase leads from the sitting room up to the mezzanine area, giving access to two double bedrooms with wooden flooring throughout. Both bedrooms have velux windows onto the garden at the back and do not overlook the main house's garden.

The property is set on an overall plot of around 0.45 acres. To the side of the property there is a driveway which leads to a turning area and parking for many vehicles. There is a garage which has an electric up/over door and measures approximately 19'9 x 14'3.

Immediately to the rear and side of the main residence there are extensive patio areas and formal gardens that are predominantly laid to lawn with an extensive range of mature trees, flower beds and shrubs..

To the rear of the grounds there is a woodland area.


Location

The Old Kennels is situated on the fringes of the village of Woolverstone and Chelmondiston. The location is conveniently situated for access to the A12/A14 trunk roads connecting to Ipswich, London, Cambridge and the Midlands. Two nearby stations offer fast access to London Liverpool Street (56 mins from Manningtree) and Cambridge (80 mins from Ipswich or 1 hour by car).

The neighbouring peninsula villages of Chelmondiston and Holbrook provides every-day local amenities such as village stores, schools and public houses.

The River Orwell is a short distance away offering a range of water sport and leisure activities accessible from both Woolverstone Marina and the picturesque hamlet of Pin Mill.

Directions

Leaving the A14 at Junction 56 take the A137 towards Ipswich. Upon reaching the bottom of the hill, at the roundabout take the second exit onto B1456 signposted for Woolverstone and the Shotley Peninsular. Proceed along passing under the Orwell Bridge with the River Orwell on the left and follow the road through Freston and into the village of Woolverstone. Upon passing the entrance for Ipswich Girls School on the left the property can then be found on the right hand side.

Important Information

Services - We understand that mains water and electricity are connected to the property. Private drainage and oil fired heating.
Tenure - Freehold
Main house Council Tax Band - F
Annexe Council Tax Band - A
EPC rating - E
Our ref - SDG