6 bedroom detached house for sale

Commanding attention from the moment it is glimpsed along Beccles Road, Rookery House showcases grandeur and character, entwine with lifestyle and potential. This executive family home offers over 4,100 sqft of elegant accommodation, replete with original timber beams, decorative mouldings, and a twisted oak staircase that speaks of craftsmanship long cherished. Six generous bedrooms, including a 21ft principal suite with private dressing rooms, alongside flexible reception rooms, a farmhouse-style kitchen with a traditional Aga, and extensive gardens with a swimming pool and mature trees, provide the perfect canvas for family life, entertaining, and refinement. A home of enduring character and sophistication, ready for the next chapter.

Location

Beccles Road in Carlton Colville is a well-connected residential area offering both convenience and access to local amenities. Directly opposite the property is a regular bus stop providing services into Lowestoft town centre, with further routes linking to Beccles and beyond, making commuting straightforward. For daily essentials, residents benefit from nearby local shops, while larger shopping trips are easily accommodated at Pakefield Retail Park, just a short drive away, which hosts a variety of supermarkets and high-street stores.

Leisure options include Rookery Golf Course, a welcoming space for golf enthusiasts and outdoor recreation. Families have access to good local schools, including Carlton Colville Primary Academy and Northfield St Nicholas Primary School, while secondary education is available at East Point Academy. The area provides easy road connections northwards to Beccles and westwards to the city of Norwich, supporting both work and leisure travel. With a balance of local convenience, recreational opportunities, and strong transport links, Beccles Road offers a practical and accessible base for everyday life in this part of Suffolk.

Rookery House

Perched upon a commanding position along the distinguished Beccles Road, Rookery House stands as an exceptional testament to timeless English charm, overlooking the expanse of Rookery Golf Club. This executive family residence is one-of-a-kind, offering an imposing 4,197 sqft of grand and characterful accommodation, brimming with potential for renovation or extension (subject to planning permission).

From the first approach, the home exudes a sense of grandeur and welcome. Set well back from the road, a vast driveway affords ample off-road parking for up to 8 vehicles, flanked by meticulously maintained gardens and towering, mature trees that afford rare privacy. A double garage, equipped with an electric up-and-over door, stands ready to accommodate vehicles, serve as a workshop, or provide abundant storage.

The entrance is marked by a substantial storm porch, beneath which a traditional post box sits, and a handcrafted timber door opens into a capacious entrance hall. Here, the eye is immediately drawn to the twisted oak newel staircase, a striking centrepiece, whilst a convenient WC resides discreetly beneath.

To the right, the house unfolds into elegant reception rooms: a dining room, and a sitting room, forming an effortless social hub. The dining area comfortably houses a large dining set-up, whilst the sitting room, centred around a decorative fireplace, is adorned with decorative gold mouldings and elegant chandeliers. Sliding doors extend the space to the garden, facilitating al fresco entertainments and summer soirées.

To the left, a flexible snug awaits, versatile as a home office, children's playroom, or an additional bedroom. At the heart of the home lies the farmhouse-style kitchen and breakfast room, where attention is drawn to the Aga cooker ensconced within a brick surround. Fitted cabinetry, a traditional sink, and ample space for refrigeration complete a room as practical as it is charming. Adjacent lies a utility room with further cabinetry, a ceramic hob, and plumbing for laundry appliances, as well as a lobby/boot room for outerwear.

Ascending to the first floor reveals six generous bedrooms, including a principal suite of 21ft in length, with private dressing rooms. Comfort and privacy abound, with several rooms offering built-in wardrobes, alongside a family bathroom with corner bathtub, a shower room with 'his and hers' sinks, and a versatile office or storage room.

The gardens mirror the home’s character and potential. A rear storm porch leads to a maintained lawn and patio, ideal for summer entertainments. Original stone balustrades surround a swimming pool, whilst mature hedging and towering trees ensure complete privacy. Large garden sheds provide generous storage for implements and equipment.

Rookery House is more than a residence; it is a lifestyle. It offers grandeur, character, and potential, within one of Carlton Colville’s most desirable addresses, a dwelling that invites both family life and distinguished entertaining.

Agents Notes

Freehold

Connected to all mains services.

Brand new boiler installed 5 years ago.

Disclaimer

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