Church Street, Orford, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12

Classic Georgian house considered to be one of the finest in the village with established gardens and detached annexe.

Description

The Great House is Grade II Listed and dates back to 1763 built of red brick under slate hipped roofs. The Great House is considered as one of the best properties in the village due to the classic and substantial accommodation the house offers and it being surrounded by some delightful formal gardens. There are attractive views of the church to the north, the castle to the west and on the first floor, the River Ore to the south west. The house was completely restored in 2017 including all new plumbing and electrical circuits. Complete with a 26kw "open source" central heating and domestic hot water solution. There are numerous features throughout the house including open fireplaces, well proportioned rooms, large sash and French windows with working shutters and extensive cellars. The Great House is beautifully presented and handsome village house. It has been subject to a complete renovation in recent years and now offers light-filled and well-proportioned accommodation finished in a modern, contemporary style.

The central entrance doorway has a portico comprising classical style columns and cornice, matching pilasters and moulded architraves and leads to a six panelled part glazed door with square fanlight over and York stone flooring. A further set of glazed doors lead to the reception hall with a fine staircase at the back of the hall. There are built in cupboards, under stair storage areas and a rear hallway with secondary staircase and access to the extensive cellars which are divided into three wine rooms. The drawing room is wonderfully proportioned with high ceilings featuring decorative cornice work. An open fireplace is flanked by two arched display alcoves with cupboards beneath. The sitting room has a further fireplace with stove and French doors to the gardens. There is a games/snooker room and a tucked away study. The kitchen/breakfast room has an Aga, extensive work tops with base units and this opens into a breakfast room with doors out to the terrace and cloakroom. A side hall leads to a utility room, store room, a door to the outside and access to the garage.

The six bedrooms are of good proportion and have delightful outlooks and each with ensuites. Off the principal bedroom is a sitting/dressing room with lovely views.

OUTSIDE
The house is set back from Church Street behind attractive wrought iron railings. The drive leads to the side where it fronts a garage and parking area. Beyond are some garden stores and attractive lawned gardens. The gardens continue to the side of the house and are surrounded by established trees and shrubs with a terrace fronting the elevation overlooking an orchard with specimen trees including a fine magnolia, acer, walnut, catalpa, tulip tree, black oak, sweet chestnut and numerous fruit trees.

The formal garden lies to the south west of the house with further seating areas, a built in BBQ, established flower beds, mature trees, climbing plants and herbaceous borders.

The Little House
A detached single storey self contained guest annexe tucked in the far corner from the main house with air conditioning, a well-equipped kitchen, breakfast nook. A double bedroom with ensuite shower. Doors open out to a herb garden along with a private gate to Orford's charming streets.

Location

The house is set back from Church Street behind attractive wrought iron railings. The drive leads to the side where it fronts a large garage and parking area. Beyond are some garden stores and attractive lawned gardens. The gardens continue to the north and are surrounded by established trees and shrubs with a terrace fronting the elevation overlooking an orchard with specimen trees including a fine magnolia, acer, walnut, catalpa, tulip tree, black oak, sweet chestnut and numerous fruit trees.

The formal garden lies to the south west of the house with further seating areas, a built in BBQ, established flower beds, mature trees, climbing plants and herbaceous borders.

The Little House
A detached single storey self contained guest annexe tucked in the far corner from the main house with air conditioning, a well-equipped kitchen, breakfast nook. A double bedroom with ensuite shower. Doors open out to a herb garden along with a private gate to Orford's charming streets.

Superbly positioned in the heart of the popular and sought after village of Orford, The Great House is situated a short walk from the Market Hill, quay and river in Orford which forms part of the heritage coast and is an Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The nature reserve at Havergate island is situated in the spit of land between the river and the sea. Orford is an extremely attractive village situated on the River Ore with a popular 12th century castle, a church which was used by Benjamin Britten for premieres and performances of some of his works including his Church Parables, several public houses, a smokery, school and two well known restaurants. The close proximity to the river allows opportunity to pursue a wide variety of water sports and Orford is particularly well known for sailing. There are 18 hole golf courses at Woodbridge and Aldeburgh. In addition there are a much wider range of local schools and facilities at Woodbridge, Framlingham and Ipswich. From Woodbridge there is access to the A12 and also a train service to London. More extensive facilities can be found at Ipswich, the County Town of Suffolk, which also offers regular mainline railway services to London.

Square Footage: 6,117 sq ft


Acreage: 1 Acres

Directions

Take the A12 to Woodbridge. At the third Woodbridge bypass roundabout turn right signposted to Orford. Follow the signs to Orford. Upon entering the village proceed through the market square and round an S bend onto Church Street. The Great House will be seen shortly on the right hand side.

Additional Info

Mains electricity, water and drainage. Open source heating. HIVE operated. Three phase EV charger.

NOTE
All the kitchen appliances, emperor beds and the full size billiard table included in the sale.