Castle Street, Framlingham, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP13

Exceptional detached town house in Framlingham

Description

In recent years the house has undergone an extensive modernisation and refurbishment programme where period features have been sympathetically retained whilst providing modern 21st century living.

One of a few larger historic properties in the desirable market town of Framlingham, East Lodge is a striking detached period house. The property is centrally placed within the conservation area and is a short walking distance of the market square, independent shops and restaurants, the castle, mere, schools and open countryside, and benefits from a particularly secluded and enchanting aspect to the rear.

East Lodge, so named as it is believed to stand on the site of the original eastern lodge to an earlier Framlingham Castle, is a Grade II property listed for its historical and architectural significance. Dating from the 17th century with later additions the house benefits from a wealth of original features of different periods including deep sash and Gothic windows, exposed timbers, fireplaces, well-proportioned rooms with generous ceiling heights, a secluded and sunny walled garden and a large adjoining garage.

Internally, the accommodation is arranged over three floors. Comprising wonderfully proportioned and light filled rooms and featuring an outstanding kitchen/dining room, drawing room, sitting room, study, utility, shower and boot room on the ground floor. The first and second floors include five/six bedrooms and two large bathrooms, the accommodation is ideally arranged for family living.

The imposing front door leads through to a spacious hallway with original tiled floor and views through to the garden and doors to the drawing room and sitting room. These rooms are of excellent size and benefit from open fireplaces and large windows providing very light and bright accommodation.

The drawing room is particularly elegant with dual aspect including floor to ceiling sash windows overlooking the garden and a central working fireplace with original insert and white marble fire surround.

The sitting room, in the oldest part of the house, has solid oak flooring, two sash windows and an open fireplace with Jotul wood burner.

A cross hall leads through to a study/playroom in turn leading to the outstanding kitchen/dining room, both with solid oak floors. The kitchen/dining room features underfloor heating, hand built units and island, granite worktops, a vaulted ceiling and French doors to the terrace, perfect for al fresco dining.

Completing the downstairs accommodation is a utility, a shower room/wc, and a rear tiled hall with storage which is used as a boot room and has a practical secondary front door.

Stairs from the main hall lead up to the sunny first floor landing which overlooks the garden and leads to the spacious and elegant principal bedroom. The large connecting bathroom has limestone tiled walls and floor, a large standalone shower, cast iron pedestal bath, double ceramic basins and large sash windows.

A large secondary landing leads to two further double bedrooms and additional large bathroom.

A separate staircase leads up to the charming second floor which has exposed timbers, generous fitted storage, a delightful gothic window to the front of the house with glimpses of the castle, and garden views to the rear. Two well-proportioned and light filled double bedrooms lead from the central area which is currently used as an additional bedroom but is easily converted to a third bathroom if required.

Outside
To the rear there is a delightful completely private walled garden with dining terrace, lawn and vegetable area, espaliered apple trees, well planted borders and further ornamental trees. There is a wood store and bin area and a useful shed.

A path leads to the large attached garage with 32 amp electric car charger. The garage doors currently allow access for one car but these could be widened subject to the necessary consents to allow for a second vehicle if required.

Location

East Lodge is a superbly positioned house within the conservation area of the highly sought after historic town of Framlingham. Famed for its magnificent 12th century castle, Framlingham is a charming and vibrant market town located in east Suffolk and offers a wealth of amenities, a popular biweekly farmers’ market, independent shops and a thriving arts community.

There are superb restaurants, public houses and cafes within walking distance including Watson and Walpole, which is included in both the Michelin Guide and Good Food Guide; well-regarded butchers, delicatessen and bakery; a co-op store, two petrol stations, a pharmacy, and doctors’ surgery.

Many local sporting facilities are available: badminton, hockey, football and tennis as well as a 20m indoor pool at Framlingham Sports Club; there are well regarded sailing and golf clubs in Woodbridge, Aldeburgh and Thorpeness.

Excellent in both the state and independent sectors, nearby schools include Sir Robert Hitcham’s Primary School, Thomas Mills High School and Framlingham College, all within walking distance. Framlingham Lower Prep School, Woodbridge School, Ipswich schools and St Felix are all within travelling distance.

Square Footage: 3,489 sq ft



Additional Info

Services: Mains water, electricity and drainage; mains gas fired central heating.