Part of our Signature collection, this impressive unlisted barn conversion occupies a very tranquil setting overlooking a pond and retains many character features including exposed wall and ceiling timbers. The property is believed to have featured in the popular television series Lovejoy.

Preston Barn was originally one larger barn conversion which, in subsequent years, has been tastefully divided into two separate residences. The property is believed to have featured in the television series Lovejoy, as the (fictional) home of Charlotte Cavendish.

The front door leads into the entrance hall and to the left, the spacious sitting room is flooded with natural light, enjoying views of the garden and to the pond beyond. There is a central wood burner stove, a number of exposed ceiling timbers and double doors with side lights. Beyond this is the study, which could also be utilised as a guest bedroom as there are ensuite shower facilities.

To the front of the property is the generous kitchen/breakfast room, fitted in a cottage-style with a range of light oak units and drawers, and display cabinets including plate racks. Key features in this room include the stunning fireplace with brick surround and oak bressummer, and the inset RANGEmaster 110 double oven. On the opposite side of the hallway is the beautiful utility room and a cloakroom. At the far end, opposite the staircase, is the resplendent dining room which is of excellent proportions, with a number of exposed wall timbers and a pair of glazed doors with side lights overlooking the front garden and pond.

The staircase leads gently up to the galleried landing with exposed ceiling timbers and doors off to the three bedrooms. The principal bedroom is particularly impressive as you are greeted with a vast vaulted ceiling with exposed wall and ceiling timbers, giving a real sense of character and warmth to the space. The second and third double bedrooms also enjoy wonderful views to the front, overlooking the pond.

There are two bathrooms, one of which has a tiled shower cubicle and freestanding rolltop bath, which is close to the principal bedroom. The second bathroom is at the far end of the landing and is part-vaulted with exposed timbers, skylight and double-ended jacuzzi bath.

Electric gates lead to the property and are shared with neighbouring Hall Barn. At the entrance, is a detached double garage with twin
up/over doors and a carport to one side, along with parking for several vehicles. A beautiful sweeping driveway then continues passing Hall Barn with a gate leading into the grounds of Preston Barn.

The established gardens are set to the front of the property, with a number of trees and shrubs set around the pond (owned by Hall Barn), providing fantastic views and a haven for wildlife. The gardens offer a great social space with patio terracing in front of the sitting room, ideal for entertaining, plus a summerhouse, an outdoor cooking area and a recently constructed workshop/dog house (suitable for two large dogs). There are also fantastic views of the church tower.


Location

Preston St Mary is a pretty Suffolk village within easy reach of Lavenham, approximately 2 miles away, which has a wide variety of shopping an leisure facilities including a spa, galleries, restaurants, butchers, primary school and doctors surgery. The village has its own church and a pub serving food and drink, and is surrounded by stunning countryside, ideal for dog walking or cycling.

The market town of Sudbury lies approximately 9 miles south and has a branch rail link connecting to London Liverpool Street station. The larger town of Bury St. Edmunds is approximately 14 miles away with a wider range of shopping and leisure facilities

Directions

Using the postcode in a Sat Nav, as you enter Preston St Mary drive ahead through the village and the entrance to the property can be seen on the left hand side just off Church Lane on the same side of the road as the Church.

Important Information

Agents note
Applicants should note that the property shares the drive with Hall Barn. Preston Barn shares a 50% responsibility for the maintenance of the pond and pond pumps, Preston Barn also pays the modest electricity for the pumps.

There are ceiling speakers in the sitting room, study and terrace for enhanced surround sound fed via Sonos system, which the seller will include.

Important Information
Services - We understand that mains water, drainage and electricity are connected. Heating is oil fired, underfloor waterpipe electric heating to the sitting room, study and shower room.
Tenure - Freehold
Council Tax Band - F
EPC rating - tbc