Property description
Eye - 6.2 miles
Framlingham 7 miles
Ipswich 19.8 miles
A unique Grade II listed period house dating back to the mid 1600's. With an abundance of features, this former public house, shop and school residence is steeped in history.
Offers in excess of: £300,000
The accommodation briefly comprises:
Entrance Hallway
Sitting Room
Dining Room
Kitchen/Breakfast Room
Utility Room
Cloakroom
Three Bedrooms
En-suite Shower Room
Family Bathroom
Carport
Cellar
Beautiful Gardens in 1/4 acres (sts)
Pond
The Property
School House, as the name suggests used to belong to the village school and was used as the headmistress's residence for a number of years. Prior to that, the property was also an established village store and public house 'The Crown Inn'. Dating back to the mid 1600s, the property has a number of period features and has been extended over the years. On entering, an entrance vestibule provides access to the sitting room and dining room. To the right hand side is the sitting room, which has solid wooden flooring, two windows and a feature fireplace with surround and tiled hearth. Next door, the dining room has the same solid wood flooring and also two windows to front and rear aspect. The room has another fireplace with an inset multi fuel stove upon a tiled hearth. A doorway leads through to the front stair-well which has square stairs to the first floor. The original staircase is next to the kitchen and has more curving steep stairs rising to the first floor. The kitchen/breakfast room has wall/base units on two sides with wood affect worktops over. There is an inset butler sink, space for an electric cooker and a large 'Sandyford Aga'. The room has a understairs pantry/cupboard and space for a dining table to the centre of the room. To the extension is a downstairs cloakroom and utility room with plumbing for a washing machine, an inset butler sink and space for further appliances. A large galleried landing has the two staircases rising up from the first floor with a further enclosed staircase leading to the attic. Both of the bedrooms on the first floor are excellent doubles, both have original wooden floor boards and wonderful views over the garden. The bathroom comprises a modern white suite with roll top bash, vanity hand wash basin and a wc. The room also has two small storage cupboards with a window to rear aspect. To the attic is the large master bedroom measuring 22'7'' x 12'. The room has a vaulted ceiling with exposed beams and studwork. Two velux style windows look south and upon the original floorboards is a small tiled hearth and inset small wood burning stove. A doorway leads through into the en-suite which is also a well proportioned room. The suite has a full bowl hand wash basin/unit, low level wc and a large shower cubicle with a tie beam running through. The shower itself is tiled and has a raised rainwater style showerhead.
Outside
The house is approached by a gravel driveway which leads up to the front five bar gate. The garden is full enclosed and wraps around to the left hand side of the house, to the rear garden. The front garden is mainly laid to lawn with a pathway leading up to the front door. The entrance to the cellar is located to the front of the house, with wooden doors opening outwards, revealing the stone steps leading down. The side garden provides a useful space for parking vehicles and includes a large carport. A coal store is attached to the property providing further storage space. The rear garden is truly wonderful and is extremely well stocked with a variety of bedding plants, shrubs, trees, climbers and hedging. To the bottom of the garden and nestled in the corner is a large timber workshop, which has power and light. Adjacent to the workshop is the pond which is an absolute haven for wildlife.
Location
School House is located in the heart of the village of Worlingworth, within easy walking distance of the primary school and village pub. The village also benefits from a community centre which hosts regular events. More facilities are available in the Suffolk village of Stradbroke which is approximately five miles away. The villages has a shop, bakers, butchers, medical centre, public houses, gym and swimming pool. The village also has a primary and high school. The neighbouring towns of Eye and Framlingham have a wider range of facilities including supermarkets, sixth forms and other independent shops. Worlingworth is about 21 miles from the popular Heritage Coast with the villages of Thorpeness, Aldeburgh and Orford all within easy reach. The town of Ipswich lies about 19 miles to the south from where there are rail services to London Liverpool Street station.
Directions
On entering the village from Southolt Road, proceed onto Mill Road and into Shop Street. The property is located on the right hand side of the road, just left of Worlingworth School.
Local Authority
Mid Suffolk Council
Tax Band: D
Energy Rating: N/A
Postcode: IP13 7HX
Services
Mains electricity and water are connected. Mains drainage. Oil fired central heating
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.
Agent 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 on completion.
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.
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