Enchanting period farmhouse in over five and a half acres, with extensive additional accommodation.

Description

An enchanting and recently restored medieval house with an array of outbuildings and holiday lets in a beautiful and tranquil setting.

Surrounded by picturesque fields in a particularly special part of rural Suffolk, to the north of Framlingham, Potash Farm is an attractive farmhouse set in about 5.6 acres.

The building is believed to date from the 15th century and is Grade II listed for special architectural and historic interest, retaining many superb period features throughout including exposed beams and studwork.

The house has been comprehensively restored and renovated by our clients, with new plumbing and rewiring carried out in 2022, to create a stunning family home comprising well-proportioned rooms balancing period charm with comfortable contemporary living.

The front door opens on to a hall, which leads through to the drawing room and kitchen/breakfast room; stairs leads to the bedroom accommodation on the first floor.

The double aspect drawing room has exposed timbers and an attractive chimneypiece; French windows lead out to a rear lawn.

The bright and spacious, double aspect kitchen/breakfast room has an AGA, separate range cooker, and ample work surfaces and storage.

The kitchen/breakfast room flows through to the charming snug/dining room, ideal for relaxing or entertaining.

Completing the ground floor are the family bathroom, inner hall and a useful boot room, which leads to the rear lawn and through to the annexe.

The principal bedroom is an especially elegant room with an adjoining shower room; there are a further three bedrooms completing the first floor.

Potash Farm has a number of outstanding outbuildings and ancillary accommodation, presently used as successful holiday lets and yoga retreats.

The Hall
The Hall is a substantial - over 2,000 sq ft - barn conversion comprising a capacious, double-storey central reception hall, two kitchens, a sitting/dining room and snug. There are four double bedrooms and two bathrooms an en suite.

Cart Lodge
The single storey Cart Lodge has an open-plan kitchen/reception room, with a woodburning stove; two bedrooms and a bathroom.

Annexe
To the north of the principal building is a lovely one-bedroom annexe with an open plan kitchen/reception room.

Studio Barn
The studio barn is split in two: the north side presently comprises a treatment room, store and WC on the ground floor with a studio/fitness room above; to the south is a vaulted workshop.

Outside
The house sits centrally in over five and a half acres of beautiful grounds, including formal lawns, mature trees, a fishpond and paddocks.

There is considerable parking for numerous cars.

Location

Brundish is a small but vibrant and friendly community, which boasts a beautiful Norman church, a village green and a village hall, which has regular film nights and horticultural talks.

Laxfield (3 miles) is an ancient village with a Co-op village store and two public houses including The Kings Head, known locally as the Low House, one of the country’s oldest pubs, famed for its unique tap room.

Framlingham (6 miles) is a most beautiful market town with an iconic 12th century castle, restaurants, public houses, independent shops, cafés, delicatessen, Co-op supermarket, Barclays bank and two petrol stations.


Woodbridge (18 miles) is a thriving riverside town, with a greater range of amenities, including an independent cinema and a railway station offer trains to London Liverpool Street via Ipswich from 92 minutes.

Snape Maltings (18 miles) offers a wonderful selection of independent shops, restaurants, galleries and an internationally renowned concert hall. It is home to a variety of cultural events throughout the year including the Snape Proms and the food and drink festival.

Aldeburgh (20 miles) is a thriving seaside resort closely associated with the composer Benjamin Britten and famed the iconic 'Scallop' sculpture by Maggi Hambling. There are superb restaurants, including the celebrated Fish & Chip Shop and The Suffolk, which is included in the Michelin Guide.

Southwold (20 miles) and neighbouring Walberswick (18 miles) are two further popular seaside locations. Southwold is known for its 19th century lighthouse and painted beach huts, while Walberswick offers picturesque beaches and dunes.

Sporting facilities include a gym and swimming pool in Stradbroke; sailing in Aldeburgh and on the River Deben in Woodbridge, which also offers rowing. There are a number of tennis and golf clubs, including Woodbridge, Halesworth and Aldeburgh.

Schools in the area are superb in both the state and independent sectors, including Framlingham College and Woodbridge School.

All times and distances are approximate.




Acreage: 5.6 Acres

Additional Info

Services: Mains water and electricity, oil-fired central heating and private drainage. The Cart Lodge has a separate oil-fired central heating.

Local Authority: Mid Suffolk

Agent Note: The Annexe has a council tax band A, and an EPC rating of 62 (D) with a potential of 76 (C).

Agent Note: a footpath crosses part of the property.