Mill Lane, Scole, Diss, Norfolk, IP21

Mill House is a unique four-bedroom property set in approximately one acre of grounds found close to the heart of Scole, a village which is located a couple of miles away from the market town of Diss. Through the electric gates, you will find the main property (apprx. 1882 Sq ft) along with a beautiful Grade II listed one-bedroom converted windmill (approx. 492 Sq ft) and a variety of outbuildings (approx. 1841 Sq ft) which could be used for numerous purposes such as additional accommodation or studio/ancillary use, along with mature landscaped gardens with wildlife ponds and a swimming pool.
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GROUND FLOOR

- Porch
- Reception/dining hall
- Sitting room
- Drawing room
- Kitchen
- Garden room
- Utility room
- Cloakroom
- Boiler room/storage
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FIRST FLOOR

- Four bedrooms
- Landing area
- Family bathroom
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OUTSIDE

- Beautiful, landscaped gardens
- Gated entrance
- Converted 3 storey windmill
- Converted outbuildings in need of refurbishment
- Swimming pool
- Summer house
- Detached double garage
- Ample off-road parking
- Garden & grounds in all approx. 0.82 acres (stms)
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TENURE & LAND REGISTRY

Freehold - NK138306
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LOCAL AUTHORITY

South Norfolk District Council, Band: F
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SERVICES

Oil-fired central heating, mains electricity, water and drainage.
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EPC RATING

E
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DESCRIPTION

Mill House can be found in the heart of Scole, situated behind electric gates where you will find a private tranquil plot with the main property, a converted windmill and an array of converted outbuildings set within established gardens.

Upon entering Mill House, the small entrance area leads you into a large reception room/dining room. The reception room/dining room offers wooden floors with exposed beams with a brick fireplace with a wood burning stove. You can then move through into the sitting room where the exposed beams continue. The sitting room is a bright room with French doors leading into the garden, and diamond latticed windows. For the cooler evenings there is an electric enamel stove. Moving back through into the dining room, this leads through to the kitchen. The kitchen has a Range cooker with a large island and the original flint external wall offering even further character. You can then move through into the bright open garden room, with French doors leading out onto the patio and swimming pool area. Moving back to the reception/dining room, there is also a further reception room that could be used as a drawing room/study. A service room which houses the boiler and a utility room with a door into the garden and a separate WC.

Moving upstairs you will find four bedrooms with stunning views overlooking the gardens of Mill House and the old windmill, along with the main family bathroom with a bath and shower.
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THE OLD WINDMILL

The Grade II listed (list entry number 1302974) traditional three-storey converted windmill can be found within the tranquil grounds. This property offers circular rooms with a kitchen and shower room on the ground floor, reception room on the first floor and bedroom on the second floor, however, has the opportunity for the layout to be configured however desired.
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OUTSIDE

Mill House sits in approximately one acre of land, where not only can one find the main house and old windmill there is also a double garage, summer house and an array of outbuildings, which could have multiple uses such as a studio, home office, gym, potting shed etc. The grounds offer stunning pockets of different spaces within the garden. The current owners have done extensive work on the garden and now have a vegetable garden, two ponds, and numerous spaces with more mature trees and shrubs of many varieties. There is also a swimming pool that is in need of some modernisation, however, is the perfect suntrap in a beautiful private space but can still be seen from the garden room.
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SITUATION

Mill House is situated in the village of Scole, which is on the Norfolk-Suffolk border. The village was bypassed several years ago and retains a good level of local services including a shop, public house, restaurant, school and church. For wider facilities, the nearby town of Diss (just 2 miles west) has a mainline rail service to London Liverpool Street in 90 minutes as well as a wide range of local and national shops, sports and social facilities (including an 18-hole golf course) and schooling for all ages. The Heritage Coast around Southwold and Aldeburgh is within 40 minutes by car, and the property is midway between Norwich and Ipswich which are both within 25 miles away via the A140.

This unique property sits in an enviable location within a short distance of the market town of Diss. The town offers an excellent range of shops, supermarkets, schools and health facilities. There are leisure facilities within the area and there is a mainline railway station with regular intercity connections to London (Liverpool Street) and Norwich. The property is within easy reach of the A11 trunk road, the north Suffolk coast, the Brecks, and the Norfolk Broads.

The Cathedral City of Norwich is about 21 miles to the north and is renowned for its vibrant city life with a thriving business community, a wide variety of cultural and leisure pursuits and is regarded as the regions centre for shopping. There are numerous cafes and restaurants and a permanent open market in the heart of the City.
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DRIVING DISTANCES (approx.)

- Diss railway station 2.0 miles
- Norwich 21.0 miles
- Bury St Edmunds 23.5 miles
- Ipswich 23.5 miles
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AGENTS NOTE

Please be extra vigilant when viewing the property with young children as there are two ponds in the garden as well as the swimming pool which has been emptied. The swimming pool has not been used for several years and will need the services of a professional swimming pool company to make operational once more.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE

1. These particulars have been prepared in good faith as a general guide, they are not exhaustive and include information provided to us by other parties including the seller, not all of which will have been verified by us.

2. We have not carried out a detailed or structural survey; we have not tested any services, appliances or fittings. Measurements, floor plans, orientation and distances are given as approximate only and should not be relied on.

3. The photographs are not necessarily comprehensive or current, aspects may have changed since the photographs were taken. No assumption should be made that any contents are included in the sale.

4. We have not checked that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation approval, statutory or regulatory permissions or consents. Any reference to any alterations or use of any part of the property does not mean that necessary planning, building regulations, or other consent has been obtained.

5. Prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves by inspection, searches, enquiries, surveys, and professional advice about all relevant aspects of the property.

6. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact; we have no authority to make or give any representation or warranties in relation to the property. If these are required, you should include their terms in any contract between you and the seller.

7. Note to potential purchasers who intend to view the property; if there is any point of particular importance to you, we ask you to discuss this with us before you make arrangements to visit or request a viewing appointment.

8. Viewings are strictly by prior appointment through Jackson-Stops.