Fox Hill, St. Cross South Elmham, Harleston, Suffolk, IP20

Grade II Listed period home surrounded by countryside

Description

School Cottage is an attractive Grade II Listed period home situated in a delightful countryside position, backing onto fields. The property is a unique mix of both characterful accommodation with a modern twist thanks to its contemporary kitchen extension.

Dating back to the 16th century the house has retained many period details such as inglenook fireplaces and exposed beams and timbers.

The ground floor is entered into a hallway and this leads through to a spacious sitting room with inglenook fireplace and stairs which lead to the first floor, a snug which could be utilised as either a formal dining room if desired or perhaps a children’s playroom. A study to work from home features a pleasant view over the rear garden and there is a downstairs bathroom, separate cloakroom and a useful laundry room.
The highlight of the ground floor is a modern kitchen extension which has been smartly joined to the main property via a contemporary glass walkway. This vaulted space enjoys double bi-folding doors into the garden to create a seamless flow of the indoors heading outside.

To the first floor are three bedrooms including the principal room with an en suite shower room. The remaining rooms are served via the downstairs bathroom and cloakrooms. The second floor features another double bedroom as well as a storage room that could be utilised as further accommodation with some improvement work.

Outside
The property is approached via a gravel driveway providing parking for several vehicles. The plot is about a fifth of an acre and the gardens have been mainly laid to lawn. A mixture of planted borders and mature trees are in place as well as a terraced area being well placed to enjoy the views over farmland as well as for outdoor cooking and entertaining.

A useful outbuilding provides several potential uses such as a gym room, working from home space and even as an annexe.

Location

The rural village of Saint Cross South Elmham enjoys a countryside situation and is conveniently positioned for the town of Bungay approximately six miles distant which has a good range of shopping facilities including primary and secondary schools. Further facilities and amenities are found at the attractive town of Halesworth approximately eight miles distant including a railway station with links to Ipswich.

Norwich, the Cathedral city and regional centre of East Anglia lies approximately 19 miles distant and has an expanding city centre with a mainline rail service to London Liverpool Street with an approximate journey time of 1 hour 40 minutes, which also calls at the south Norfolk town of Diss. Norwich has an expanding airport on the north side of the city with international flights via Schipol.




Acreage: 0.22 Acres

Additional Info

Services
Mains water and electricity, oil fired central heating and private drainage.

Local Authority
East Suffolk District Council
Council tax band E

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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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.