Property description

Bungay - 2.5 miles

Beccles - 3.4 miles

Norwich - 16.2 miles



An exciting opportunity to acquire this imposing Grade II Listed Farm House situated in the popular rural village of Mettingham. The property has undergone an extensive yet sympathetic restoration over the years and boasts a wealth of character throughout whilst providing all of the comforts of modern living. Outside the grounds extend to just shy of an acre and offer a balance of formal gardens, working gardens and open meadow area. Inspection by viewing is essential.



Accommodation comprises briefly of:

Sitting Room

Kitchen Dining Room

Family Room

Study & Reception Hall

Utility Room & Separate Shower Room

Master Bedroom

Three Further Double Bedrooms

Master Bathroom

Guest Bathroom

Two Attic Rooms



Summary

The property is a detached Grade II listed farmhouse with an above average amount of period features with original doors, fireplaces, flooring and windows. Prior to the current owners the property had been empty for 16 years and was semi derelict. It has undergone and extensive restoration & modernisation over the last 10 years, including the rebuilding of the south east end bay, re-wiring- re-plumbing and oil central heating being installed. The house sits in just under an acre of gardens and paddock and is in a semi rural position on a country lane opposite a working cattle/arable farm on the edge of the Waveney Valley with rural views. The market Towns of Beccles and Bungay however are only minutes away. This is a 'quirky old house', the oldest part dating from the 1500's with subsequent alterations and additions in both the 1600's and 1700's. The accommodation is typical of the era and style with rooms leading one from another. There is scope to separate one end of the property for separate accommodation if required.



The Property

True to Suffolk form we enter White House Farm via the rear door where the original inglenook stairway greets us and doors lead to both the Kitchen Dining Room and Sitting Room. In the Kitchen a range of contemporary units are set below contrasting solid wood work surfaces, tiled flooring complements the space and reflects the light that floods in from the three separate aspects. A large cupboard offers additional storage. Stepping into the Sitting Room our eye is drawn to timber flooring whilst windows to both the front and rear aspect fill the room with natural light. A multi fuel stove is set within the inglenook providing a charming focal point to the generous room. Stepping through the pament floor hall we pass a large cupboard and the Study on right. The Study has a brick floor and original cast iron fireplace with floor to ceiling shelved cupboards each side. Continuing along the hall opens to a reception area that leads to the Utility Room, Shower Room and Boiler Room. At the rear of the house we find the Family Room, this room was originally the kitchen and has the original stone sink, wash copper and bread oven. There is a fireplace and door to the outside paved area. A second staircase rises from here to the first floor. Climbing the original stairs we step onto the landing. From here stairs rise again to the Attic Rooms and doors lead to our first two double bedrooms. The Master Bedroom found on the east side of the house is flooded with light with windows to three aspects, exposed timber flooring which continues through out the first floor complements the space and an original iron fireplace is set in the chimney. Across the landing we find the second of these generous rooms which also has original cast iron fireplace and wardrobe cupboard whilst a door leads to the Master Bathroom. The Bathroom boasts a generous space and has been finished in the high standard found throughout the property. A door from here opens to Bedroom Four which again is a generous double room. From the Family Room the new staircase rises to Bedroom Three which makes this a perfect guest room. A door opens to a landing area off of which we find our Guest Bathroom and a door that links us to Bedroom Four. This Completes the accommodation.



Outside

From the road the 'in & out' tree lined driveway wraps around the front garden and approaches this imposing home. The front garden is laid to lawn and filled with a range of mature trees and shrubs that provide privacy to the plot. The drive extends to the east side of the house to provide additional parking and access to the double bay cart lodge and workshop. From here we pass a charming flint wall which forms the backdrop to the first paved area which enjoys a south easterly aspect and leads to the rear of the house. Steps lead up to the open meadow area where there is also a vegetable garden and some fruit trees. At the rear of the house an attractive dwarf wall lines the paved area which enjoys a southerly aspect. Steps lead up to the formal garden which is mainly laid to lawn and framed by planted beds bursting with perennial and seasonal flowers and shrubs. The plot extends to 0.95 acres (stms).



Location

White House Farm is located just over 1 mile from Bungay in the rural village of Mettingham. 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). The unspoilt heritage coastline of Suffolk with the lovely beaches of Southwold and Walberswick are a short distance away.



Directions

The property is best reached via the Beccles to Bungay Road (B1062) then taking a left turn onto the road named Talents Loke, when travelling from a Bungay direction. At the end of this road, take a left on to Low Road and the property is the first you come to on your left hand side.



Tenure

Vacant possession of the freehold will be given on completion.



Fixtures & Fittings

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



Services

Oil fired central heating.

Mains Water & Private Drainage.

Mains Electricity.

EPC Rating: Exempt



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.



Local Authority

Waveney District Council

Council Tax Band: E

Postcode: NR35 1TP 

Property Features :

• Detached Farm House
• Immaculately Presented Throughout
• Four Double Bedrooms
• Four Reception Rooms
• 0.95 Acre Grounds (stms)
• Excellently Located
• Inspection By Viewing Is Essential