Property description

Beccles - 4.4 miles

Bungay - 8.4 miles

Norwich - 18.5 miles



A stunning detached barn conversion with ample living accommodation, presented in immaculate condition throughout with two reception rooms, four bedrooms, two bathrooms and kitchen/breakfast room. Set in a plot of 0.72 acres (sts) and located in the delightful village of Toft Monks. EPC: D



Accommodation comprises briefly:

Entrance Hall

Kitchen/Breakfast Room

Drawing Room

Snug

Utility Room

Cloakroom

Master Bedroom With En Suite

Three Further Bedrooms

Family Bathroom

Garden Set In 0.72 Acres (sts)

Three Bay Cart Lodge

Large Driveway



The property

This property is set in a secluded location with far reaching countryside views over the pond and across to woodland. The property is presented in excellent condition throughout with high vaulted ceilings and exposed beams. The internal doors are handmade oak with traditional forged Suffolk latches and hinges. The entrance hall welcomes one into the property with terracotta floor tiles. The snug/further reception room leads off from the entrance hall and is fitted with a ‘Jotul‘ wood burning stove as the main focal point and windows giving duel aspect views. The entrance hall also gives access to the cloakroom and utility room which has units and space for a washing machine and drier. The kitchen/breakfast room also benefits from tiled flooring and is an ideal room for entertaining. It benefits from high vaulted ceilings, exposed beams and doors leading to the courtyard and veranda. The kitchen is handcrafted by a renowned local cabinet maker to an exceptionally high standard which compliments the fantastic proportion of the kitchen/dining and family area. There is an inset butler sink, integrated Bosch dishwasher and a Technik Rangemaster cooker and hob with extractor over. There is also a central island with integrated wine rack. The double height reception room is of a generous size with full length windows on one side and French doors leading out onto the veranda. This room has solid oak wood flooring, exposed beams and a fireplace with exposed brickwork and wood burning stove. The master bedroom is spacious and has an en-suite shower room which benefits from a white suite including double shower, basin, bidet and WC. There is also a heated mirror with overhead lighting. There are three further bedrooms all of which enjoy views over the well maintained garden. The bathroom completes the accommodation with a white suite including roll top bath and corner shower. The property has sealed unit double glazing throughout.



Outside

The Barn is approached by a long tree lined driveway, shared with two other properties, leading to a five bar gate into another private gravel drive bordered by mature trees, including horse chestnuts, sweet chestnuts and silver birch. The drive sweeps round to a three bay cart lodge, two of which are enclosed with wooden garage doors, the other provides a useful open carport/wood store. A second five bar gate leads into the front of the property with a central courtyard/terrace providing a sheltered ‘al fresco‘ entertaining area.The main garden is laid to lawn with mature trees, hedges and well stocked with plants. Leading out from both the kitchen and drawing room is a spacious veranda that looks out over a lovely pond, enjoying views over open fields to the woodland beyond. There is also a separate sitting area adjacent to the pond within the main gardens. The plot totals 0.72 acres (sts).



Location

Toft Monks has a public house ‘The White Lion‘, garage and is on a bus route. A fuller range of amenities can be found in the busy market town of Beccles which has many shops, restaurants, schools, pubs and supermarkets. A market selling fresh produce is held every Friday in the town, there is a local bus station which runs a regular service to Lowestoft, Norwich and many of the smaller villages around. The town is located on the Waveney River which is a gateway to the Broads network. The train station runs direct to London Liverpool Street via Ipswich, and the unspoilt Suffolk coastline with the beaches of Southwold and Walberswick are within easy driving distance.



Directions

Travelling West on the A146 Norwich Road, at the McDonalds roundabout take the third exit onto the A143 Yarmouth Road. Continue to follow this road into Toft Monks. Past the White Lion Pub there is a lane on the right hand side, opposite Pound Lane on the left. This lane leads to a couple of properties and Great Wood Barn is the first on the left.



Fixtures and Fittings

All fixtures and fittings including curtains are specifically excluded in the sale, but may be available in addition, subject to separate negotiation.



Services

Oil fired central heating and private drainage.



Local Authority

South Norfolk Council

Tax band: F

Postcode: NR34 0EP

Agents Note

The property is offered subject to and with the benefit of all rights of way, whether public or private, all way leaves, easements and other rights of way whether specifically mentioned or not.



Tenure

Vacant possession of the freehold will be given upon completion.

 

Property Features :

• Barn Conversion
• Four Bedrooms
• Large Veranda
• Open Fireplace
• Large Kitchen/Breakfast Room
• Triple Garage/Off Road Parking
• Pond
• Large Garden