Easton, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP13

Enjoying a secluded edge of village setting, amidst 6.75 acres of secluded grounds, an impressive and beautifully presented arts and crafts house with an extensive barn range and superb equestrian facilities.

Understood to date from the 1930s Easton Hall, with its distinctive arts and crafts architecture, stands well amidst a mature and secluded setting. Beautifully presented throughout, the house has benefited from a full updating programme of works, carried out by the present vendors within the last eight or nine years. The principal reception and bedrooms face south and with their wide windows not only enjoy appealing views, they also ensure for a very light and bright interior.

Both the central open plan reception room and the full width kitchen/breakfast room have French doors opening onto a suntrap terrace, in addition there is a tranquil twin aspect drawing room, a range of service rooms and a good-sized utility room/rear hall.

On the first floor the master bedroom has a wide bay window, spacious dressing room and smart en suite shower room. There are three further double bedrooms, a family bathroom and an en suite shower room. The property has oak doors throughout and benefits from an oil-fired central heating system and a modern security system.

OUTSIDE

Linking shelters connect to a flexible-use studio, currently used as an at home office and with potential to be a guest suite, whilst adjacent is the original spacious double garage.

STABLE YARD & BARN COMPLEX

Custom built by the present vendors to their own design and requirements, is a substantial barn style range focusing around an impressive stable yard which includes a gated yard with three loose boxes, feed store, tack room and washdown canopy. There is a large modern workshop above which is a flexible use studio with potential for the creation of a groom’s flat if required. The range includes a four bay garage, together with further secure equipment stores. Beyond the adjacent service yard are two further detached buildings providing hay storage and machinery store. The complex has light, power and water connected and overlooks the five post and rail paddocks (3 acres) which lie beyond the gardens.

Close to the stable complex is 40 x 20 mtr sand and rubber manege arena complete with floodlights and mirrors.

GARDENS & GROUNDS

Easton Hall stands amidst mature gardens and grounds and is screened by natural hedges and numerous trees. Electric gates access a shingle driveway which sweeps through to a turning circle to the front of the house and continues to provide access to the garaging and stable complex. Set either side of the house are both morning and afternoon gazebos from where there are lovely views across the gardens. In addition there is a greenhouse and an ornamental pond and in all the property extends to about 6.75 acres.

LOT 2 – EASTON HALL LODGE - GUIDE £350,000

In the same design as the main house, the gate lodge is a delightful, detached cottage, well-presented throughout, accommodating two reception rooms and a kitchen on the ground floor with two double bedrooms and a large bathroom on the floor above. Surrounded by a sheltered garden with parking. The property has holiday and longer term letting potential as well as being ideal as guest accommodation.


LOCATION

Easton Hall enjoys an enviable location on the edge of the sought after village of Easton. This pretty village, formerly the centre of the Duke of Hamilton’s Estate, has a local pub, a picturesque church and a distinctive crinkle crankle wall. There is a local cricket club, a primary school and nursery, as well as the popular Easton Farm Park.

The historic market town of Framlingham, with its impressive Norman castle, is just 2½ miles to the north and, together with Wickham Market 3½ miles to the south, provides a wide choice of local facilities, numerous shops, sporting opportunities and good schools, including Framlingham College and Brandeston Hall Preparatory School. The surrounding countryside of the Deben Valley is a designated special landscaped area and contains some of the most unspoilt countryside in East Suffolk. The A12, which bypasses Wickham Market, is easily accessed and links to the country’s dual carriageway and motorway network. There is a regular service from nearby Campsea Ashe station (5 miles) to London’s Liverpool Street Station, via Ipswich.

Village centre & pub – walking distance
Framlingham – 3.5 miles
Woodbridge – 9 miles
Ipswich – 16 miles (London Liverpool Street Station 70 mins approx.)

DIRECTIONS (IP13 0EN)

From Ipswich or Woodbridge, proceed in a north easterly direction on the A12 and continue around the Wickham Market bypass. Turn off at the junction with the A1115 and follow the signs towards Framlingham. Approximately 300 yards after the roundabout, turn left signed to Easton. At the T-junction at the end of this lane, turn right and proceed into the village of Easton, passing the pub and church. Follow the lane around the 90º right hand bend and follow the crinkle crankle wall for a further ½ mile where Easton Hall will be found on the left-hand side.

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SERVICES

Mains electricity and water are connected (there is also a private bore hole water supply).

Drainage is to a modern private drainage system.

It is reported that fibre broadband is available.

FIXTURES AND FITTINGS

Although carpets and curtains and Items regarded as fixtures and fittings, are initially excluded from the sale, these items together with items of equipment and furniture can be available by separate negotiation.

VIEWINGS

By appointment with Jackson-Stops.