Property description

Diss - 2.8 miles

Norwich - 19.7 miles

Ipswich - 23.5 miles



A remarkable registered smallholding comprising a three bedroom lodge house, three bedroom annexe and partly converted barn – all set in 1.6 acres of grounds (sts) adjoining farmland.



Guide Price: £450,000



The accommodation in brief:

• Entrance Hall

• Sitting Room

• Open Plan Kitchen/Dining Room

• Lobby/Study

• Three Bedrooms

• Family Bathroom

• Three Bedroom Annexe

• Part Converted Barn

• Formal Gardens

• Paddock & Pond

• In All 1.6 Acres (sts)



The Property

Lodge Farm Cottage is a Grade II listed former lodge house which dates back to the 1500's, but was extensively refurbished in 2000. Since then further improvements have been carried out including a new reed thatch ridge, new drainage system installed and wood burning stoves added. The house originally served as the smallholding for the neighbouring Manor House, before being sold off as a private residence. The kitchen & dining room forms the heart of the home, with open plan living centred around the freestanding island unit and oil fired Aga. The room continues around the corner where you will find the sitting room. This striking octagonal room is light and airy – with an inset wood burning stove. The cottage has three bedrooms, all arranged off the central study/lobby.

The adjacent annexe comprises three modest single bedrooms, two receptions, kitchen and shower room. In 2014, the vendors installed a wood burning stove and in 2015 the pantile roof was replaced.



Outside

The property is approached by a driveway with double five bar gates which open out into the parking and driveway area. Surrounding the cottage are the formal lawn gardens, with a variety of specimen trees and shrubs. To the other side of the driveway is the paddock and pond, all enclosed with post and rail fencing. Roughly in the centre of the plot you will find the detached barn, which has activated planning consent for conversion into a two bedroom dwelling. The vendors have commenced some works on the barn with a shared drainage system and new roof with associated felting. The barn is currently used for storage. The total plot extends to approximately 1.6 acres.



Location

The house is situated just North of Scole village, but is within walking distance to the village centre. The village itself is very well served with a village store, hotel, two public houses, sports pavilion and a primary school. Further facilities and schooling is available in the neighbouring town of Diss, where a main line train service connects direct to London Liverpool Street station. The town of Diss also has an extensive range of independent shops, high street retailers and a popular Friday market. A number of different takeaways, pubs, restaurants and bars are scattered across the town. The heritage coast is a popular destination just 30 miles away.



Directions

On entering Scole from Diss, proceed through the village heading North on Norwich Road. Pass the school on the left hand side and the property will be located second on right hand side.



Agents Note: The Cottage, Annexe and Barn all share a new Klargester drainage system installed in 2014.



Services

Mains electricity and water connected.Oil fired radiator central heating. Klargester drainage system.



Local Authority

South Norfolk Council

Tax Band: C

Energy Rating: Exempt

Postcode: IP21 4ED



Fixtures and Fittings

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



Tenure

Vacant possession of the freehold will be given on completion.