Property description

Halesworth - 8.8 miles

Beccles - 5.4 miles

Norwich - 15.4 miles



This beautifully presented, imposing Victorian detached house is situated close to the River Waveney yet within walking distance of the town centre. The property offers well appointed accommodation over three floors that has been sympathetically extended and renovated retaining many of the charming original features. Viewing is thoroughly recommended to fully appreciate the space and standard of finish on offer.



Accommodation comprises briefly:

Entrance Hall

Reception Hall

Sitting Room

Dining Room

Kitchen

Utility Room

Cloakroom

Basement Level Guest Bedroom

Master Bedroom

Family Bathroom

Second Double Bedroom

Generous Single Bedroom



The Property

Stepping along the path to the front door our eye is drawn to the attractive finial's of this charming home. Pushing open the part glazed front door we step into the entrance hall, a perfect space for the coats and boots with pament tiled flooring underfoot. An arch way opens to the grand reception hall whilst a timber glazed door leads us to the well equip cloakroom. Entering the reception hall we pass a door that leads us to the basement level as we step into this superb family space. The reception hall sits central to the house and enjoys underfloor heating set under the pament tiled flooring. Doors lead from here to all of the ground floor rooms whilst an open banister staircase rise's to the first floor. A sash window sits adjacent to the door that opens to the private courtyard garden making this an excellent space for the family and entertaining alike. At the front of the property we find the generous sitting room where a sash window pours natural light onto the exposed timber floorboards, our eye is drawn to working wrought iron fireplace that sits in a marble surround providing an excellent focal point to the family space. Stepping back through the reception hall we enter the dining room, a superbly proportioned room that comfortably provides space for a six setting table and chairs. Timber floor boards are found under foot whilst a further open fireplace sits within a tiled surround complemented by a timber mantle. As we head towards the kitchen we pass the all essential utility room, this working space provides ample storage areas and gives home to the gas fired boiler. Space and provisions are made for a washing machine and tumble dryer along with an additional freezer if required. From the reception hall we flow open plan into the contemporary kitchen, the most recent addition to this charming home provides a elegant contrast of the old and new. Skylight windows fill the room with light whilst two full height windows and a glazed door lead our eye and provide access to the courtyard. A pantry provides our main storage whilst a stainless steel set top sink sits over an attractive wooden draw unit. The range cooker sits against a stainless steel backing and space is provides for the fridge freezer. Attractive brick flooring complements this space and enjoys underfloor heating throughout.

Climbing the stairs we pass an arched window on the half landing. stepping up we find access to the first two bedrooms. Both rooms offer ample double bedroom accommodation. The front room enjoys an in built wardrobe and an original fireplace provides a focal point, the second is the slightly larger room and benefits from dual aspect windows that fill the room with light. From the landing a door leads us to hallway that provides access to the third bedroom, a very generous single room that is complemented by the exposed timber floor boards that run throughout the first floor. Stepping across the hall we pass the airing cupboard and find the family bathroom, again a well fitted room that enjoys a claw foot bath with a shower fitted above, a wash basin and w/c.

Completing the accommodation we find steps leading to the basement level, currently serving as the generous guest bedroom this generous space could suit a variety of purposes to a purchasers own requirements. The basement benefits from being of full height and a ground level window provides natural light into the space.



Outside

The property enjoys a prominent road fronting position situated within an easy walk of the town centre. A wrought iron gate provides pedestrian access from the public footpath whilst an attractive brick wall forms the front boundary of the gardens. Stepping through the gate a path leads to the front door and opens to the lawned front gardens. The gardens are filled with a range of mature shrubs and bushes whilst flowering beds provide low level planting. A gate leads from here through a brick arch to the attractive rear courtyard whilst a path leads us around the house to a further working garden area where we find a timber shed and space for the bins. The walled courtyard garden opens from the reception hall and kitchen space inside providing an excellent space for all year round enjoyment of the outside space.



Location

The property is situated within walking distance of the town centre and all of the towns amenities. Bungay offers a good range of all the necessary amenities and shops, schools, antique shops, restaurants, The Fisher Theatre (now showing films) and leisure facilities including indoor swimming pool and golf club. The Cathedral City of Norwich is about 30 mins drive to the North and has a mainline train link to London Liverpool Street (1hr 54mins). Diss provides another mainline link to London and is 19 miles distance. The unspoilt heritage coastline of Suffolk with the lovely beaches of Southwold and Walberswick are a short distance away.



Fixtures and Fittings

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



Services

Gas fired central heating. Mains drainage, electricity and water.



Local Authority

Waveney District Council

Tax Band: D

Postcode: NR35 1EU



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

 

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