Earsham Street, Bungay, Suffolk, NR35

Grade II Listed country house situated in an edge of town, riverside position

Description

Scott House is named after John Barber Scott (1792 – 1862), known for his travel diaries, written during the first half of the 19th century, which gave a great insight into social life both locally and abroad. Scott House enjoys a most tranquil setting with the river Waveney dividing the formal part of the garden from the informal part, the latter attracting considerable wildlife and affording far reaching views to the west over meadowland. The house is on the edge of the town within walking distance of all its amenities yet benefits from a countryside feel so seldom found in a position as convenient at this.

Inside the house, much charm and character remains including many period features such as fireplaces, cornicing, door and window casements etc. The principle rooms benefit from an attractive outlook over the rear garden and river with a conservatory accessed from the drawing room. The accommodation of over 5000sq feet consists of both the main house as well as a self-contained apartment which gives adequate scope for a buyer who is looking for multi-generational living. Offering six bedrooms and four reception rooms to the main house the property provides considerable living space. The property would now benefit from a process of modernisation and refurbishment but is a rare opportunity to purchase a special house in a superb location. There is also an adjoining barn with open fronted garaging offering further potential for other uses, subject to the normal planning consents being obtained.

Outside
The property is approached by a pair of timber gates which lead to a driveway and the open parking bays. The apartment features a separate access. The main and formal part of the garden is mainly laid to lawn with a variety of shrubs, gravel paths and seating areas around. To the rear of the garden is an attractive flint wall giving a sense of character to the outside space and of a folly style. With its riverside setting there is timber bridge which links to an informal section of further garden which currently is a wildlife haven although could be maintained to offer further manicured gardens if desired.

In all the property sits in grounds approaching an acre.

From Earsham Street is a pedestrian gate with steps leading down to the front entrance to the house.

Location

Bungay is a pretty market town situated on the Norfolk/ Suffolk borders along the Waveney Valley. The property is located on the edge of the town centre which has good independent shopping, banking facilities, butchers and Co-op store.

Norwich, the Cathedral city and regional centre of East Anglia, lies approximately 15 miles to the north and has an excellent retail and cultural sector, education for all ages both private and state, and a regular rail service to London Liverpool Street with an approximate journey time of 1 hour 50 minutes. Norwich has its own airport with an expanding range of domestic flights and most international flights available via Schiphol.




Acreage: 0.96 Acres

Additional Info

Services
Mains water and electricity, gas central heating and private drainage.

Agent's Note
The property did receive some minor flooding in 2020, please speak to the agent for details

Local Authority
East Suffolk District Council
Council tax band G

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

Viewings
Strictly by appointment with Savills. If there is any point which is of particular importance to you, we invite you to discuss this with us, especially before you travel to view the property.

Important Notice
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1. They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact.

2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Savills have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.