Darsham, Near Saxmundham, Suffolk

Location
Lymballs Farm Barn stands in a superb, stand alone position along a small lane within the parish of Darsham.  Just  2 miles away is the village of Bramfield with its well known pub/restaurant The Queens Head, and its well stocked village store/butchers.  Saxmundham with its choice of shopping is about 6 miles to the south. The villages of Dunwich and Walberswick and the popular town of Southwold are all within easy reach. ‘Minsmere’ the renowned RSPB bird sanctuary is a great location for both birdwatching and coastal walks. The market town of Halesworth is 5 miles to the north west and provides a good range of local shops and recreational activities.  Ipswich, the County town of Suffolk, is 25 miles away and is accessible via by the nearby A12.  There are railway stations at Darsham (1.1 miles) with a regular service to London Liverpool Street station, via Ipswich.     

Description
Lymballs Farm Barn is an impressive brick and timber frame building.  Of particular note is its south-west facing inner courtyard which many of the rooms will overlook.  East Suffolk Council granted Planning Permission under Reference DC/24/2824/FUL on the 5th February 2025 for the conversion of the barn to provide a single dwelling house and for the construction of a new cart lodge.   The converted barn will extend to approximately 3745 sq feet (348 m²).  Some of the associated plans are included within the particulars but further documents are available from the East Suffolk Council planning website.  The converted barn will have the immediate gardens but also a meadow which contains two nissen huts.  The grounds extend to approximately 2 acres.  It should be noted that an incoming purchaser will be liable for any Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) which is currently set at £4,995.99.  It is understood this figure is indexed linked.  However, it may be possible for an owner/builder to apply for an exemption.  Interested parties should carry out their own research with regard to CIL.

It is understood that there is a Biodiversity Net Gain liability (BNG) and interested parties will be responsible for any costs/works. 

Directions
Heading north on the A12, proceed through Yoxford.  Proceed over the railway line at Darsham passing the Jet petrol station on the right.  Continue along the A12 taking the second road on the right, Lymballs Lane.  Continue down the lane where Lymballs Farm will be found on the left hand side.  
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Lymballs Farmhouse also available as a separate Lot - Guide Price £325,000 - see brochure for details.  

Viewing Strictly by appointment with the agent.  

Services    
Electricity - It is understood that the electricity that solely serves the farmhouse is not currently connected but can be re-connected by the electricity board as and when the house is made safe.  There is no electricity supply connected to the barn and interested parties should carry their own research with regard to connection viability and costs.

Water - There is currently one water supply to the property which runs across the barn’s meadow to the barn itself and then spurs off to the farmhouse.  It is understood, however, that there it is a private pipe from the property to the meter which is approximately half a mile down the road.  It runs through the adjacent farmers field and there is currently a leak (the pipe is turned off at the meter stop cock).  An incoming buyer will therefore wish to either install a new pipe/s or, it may be simpler/more cost effective to install a bore hole/s.

Drainage - The farmhouse has a basic septic tank which a buyer will need to replace.  

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EPC  Rating = Farmhouse = G (Copy available from the agents upon request)

Council Tax  Farmhouse - Band F; £3,122.30 payable per annum 2025/2026

Local Authority  East Suffolk Council; East Suffolk House, Station Road, Melton, Woodbridge, Suffolk IP12 1RT; Tel:  
 
NOTES
1.  Every care has been taken with the preparation of these particulars, but complete accuracy cannot be guaranteed.  If there is any point, which  is of particular importance to you, please obtain professional confirmation. Alternatively, we will be pleased to check the information for you.  These Particulars do not constitute a contract or part of a contract.  All measurements quoted are approximate.  The Fixtures, Fittings & Appliances have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order.  Photographs are reproduced for general information and it cannot be inferred that any item shown is included.  No guarantee can be given that any planning permission or listed building consent or building regulations have been applied for or approved. The agents have not been made aware of any covenants or restrictions that may impact the property, unless stated otherwise.  Any site plans used in the particulars are indicative only and buyers should rely on the Land Registry/transfer plan. 

2. The Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017 require all Estate Agents to obtain sellers’ and buyers’ identity.

3. Parts of East Suffolk are impacted by infrastructure schemes such a Sizewell C, Sealink and Lionlink.  There are various websites showing which areas may be impacted.  April 2025