Church Street, Stradbroke, Eye, Suffolk, UK, IP21

A substantial Grade II Listed village residence of considerable historical significance, offering beautifully proportioned seven bedroom accommodation together with an exceptional range of outbuildings and grounds extending to approximately one acre (STS).

Believed to date principally from the fifteenth century, with significant additions during the sixteenth and eighteenth centuries, Hartfield House is an impressive period home occupying a prominent position within the heart of Stradbroke, directly opposite the magnificent All Saints Church. The property displays a wealth of original architectural features, including exposed timber framing, inglenook fireplaces, pamment and brick flooring, traditional joinery and numerous features reflecting its long and varied history.

Historically, the property has served a number of uses including a butcher's premises and subsequently an antiques business before becoming the exceptional family home seen today.

The accommodation extends to three floors and provides highly versatile living space, ideally suited to modern family occupation whilst retaining immense period character throughout. EPC E, Council tax band G

Reception Hall / Family Room
21'10" reducing to 14'8" x 18'3"
(6.65m reducing to 4.47m x 5.56m)

A magnificent principal reception area featuring exposed wall and ceiling timbers, traditional brick flooring and an impressive red brick fireplace incorporating a multi-fuel stove beneath an oak bressummer beam. The room provides an excellent central entertaining space with staircase rising to the first floor and access to the principal reception rooms.

Dining Room
14'0" x 11'0"
(4.27m x 3.35m)

Positioned to enjoy views across the rear gardens, this delightful room enjoys glazed doors opening directly onto the terrace together with exposed brickwork and ample space for formal entertaining.

Drawing Room
23'3" reducing to 16'7" x 16'8"
(7.09m reducing to 5.05m x 5.08m)

A particularly atmospheric reception room with windows to both front and rear elevations and centred around a superb inglenook fireplace incorporating a wood-burning stove. Exposed timbers and period detailing combine to create an exceptional formal sitting room.

Study
13'8" x 12'9"
(4.17m x 3.89m)

Formerly part of the property's commercial history, the room retains an attractive former shop frontage and provides an ideal home office or snug.

Library / Games Room
19'1" x 15'10"
(5.82m x 4.83m)

A highly versatile room enjoying a pair of former display windows and providing excellent ancillary reception accommodation suitable for a playroom, library, studio or further office space.

Kitchen / Breakfast Room
15'8" x 10'1"
(4.78m x 3.07m)

Fitted with a range of traditional units beneath work surfaces incorporating twin sinks and centred around an oil-fired Aga. The room enjoys a dual aspect and provides ample space for informal dining.

Utility Room
11'8" x 7'11"
(3.56m x 2.41m)

Fitted with additional storage units and providing plumbing for domestic appliances together with access to the outbuildings and rear gardens.

Cloakrooms

Two ground floor cloakrooms serve the reception accommodation.

First Floor Landing / Music Room
17'7" x 11'1"
(5.36m x 3.38m)

A particularly attractive and spacious landing area, currently utilised as a music room and informal sitting area, with exposed timbers and staircase rising to the second floor.

Principal Bedroom Suite
15'11" x 15'8"
(4.85m x 4.78m)

A beautifully proportioned double bedroom enjoying windows to two elevations and benefitting from a substantial en-suite bathroom.

En-Suite Bathroom
10'2" x 9'4"
(3.10m x 2.84m)

Comprising bath, wash basin, WC, airing cupboard and walk-in wardrobe.

Bedroom Two
18'4" x 14'6"
(5.59m x 4.42m)

A superb double bedroom with views towards the parish church and retaining a number of interesting historic features believed to represent elements of earlier external walls.

Bedroom Three
17'0" x 10'6"
(5.18m x 3.20m)

An exceptionally characterful room with exposed timbers, cast iron fireplace and walk-in wardrobe.

En-Suite Shower Room
6'8" x 5'7"
(2.03m x 1.70m)

Comprising shower cubicle, WC and wash basin.

Bedroom Four
15'11" x 8'7"
(4.85m x 2.62m)

A good double bedroom overlooking the church.

Bedroom Five
12'2" x 8'3"
(3.71m x 2.51m)

A further bedroom ideal as guest accommodation or nursery.

Family Bathroom
10'6" x 10'1"
(3.20m x 3.07m)

Comprehensively fitted with bath, separate shower enclosure, vanity unit and WC.

Second Floor
Bedroom Six
16'1" x 11'11"
(4.90m x 3.63m)

A charming attic bedroom with exposed timbers and views towards the church.

Bedroom Seven
15'6" x 12'7"
(4.72m x 3.84m)

A further atmospheric attic bedroom with dormer windows and useful storage.

OUTBUILDINGS

One of the property's most attractive features is its extensive range of ancillary buildings, offering enormous flexibility for a variety of uses subject to the necessary consents.

Former Butcher's Hanging Store / Boiler Room

20'11" x 16'1" (6.38m x 4.90m)

Workshop

16'6" x 8'7" (5.03m x 2.62m)

Former Garage / Hot Tub Room

16'8" x 13'8" (5.08m x 4.17m)

Garden Room / Bike Store

15'6" x 10'8" (4.72m x 3.25m)

Garden Store

10'2" x 6'1" (3.10m x 1.85m)

First Floor Studio / Workshop

22'6" x 11'2" (6.86m x 3.40m)

Double Garage

21'0" x 14'10" (6.40m x 4.52m)

Barn / Cart Lodge with Hay Loft

24'5" x 15'8" (7.44m x 4.78m)

Stable Building

14'6" x 9'2" (4.42m x 2.79m)

Greenhouse

7'4" x 6'11" (2.24m x 2.11m)

OUTSIDE

Hartfield House stands within mature grounds extending to approximately 1 acre (subject to survey) and includes formal gardens, extensive lawns, productive areas, orchard, pond and numerous seating areas.

To the rear is a substantial lawned area with mature boundaries and feature pond, whilst immediately adjoining the house are attractive courtyard gardens enclosed by brick walls and the surrounding outbuildings, creating a sheltered and private setting ideal for entertaining.

The property benefits from secure gated access leading to extensive parking areas and garaging.

LOCATION

Stradbroke is one of North Suffolk's most desirable villages and provides an excellent range of everyday amenities including village shops, public houses, doctors surgery, schools, library and leisure facilities. Diss lies approximately nine miles distant and provides mainline rail services to London Liverpool Street with journey times of approximately ninety minutes

Listed Building Status & Heritage Restrictions

Hartfield House is understood to be a Grade II Listed building, believed to date principally from the 15th century, with subsequent additions during the 16th and 18th centuries.

As a listed property, the building benefits from statutory heritage protection. Listed Building Consent may be required for alterations, extensions, demolition or other works that affect its special architectural or historic character, including certain internal works.

Buyers should also be aware that some ancillary buildings and structures within the property's curtilage may be protected by the listing.

Prospective purchasers are advised to consult the relevant local planning authority and conservation officer before undertaking alterations or changing the use of any buildings.

The precise extent of the listing, any associated restrictions and the history of previous consents should be verified through the relevant records and legal enquiries.

Construction & Building Characteristics

The property is of historic construction, incorporating traditional timber framing, exposed structural timbers, brickwork and period flooring.

Given the property's age and listed status, purchasers should be aware that maintenance, repairs and alterations may require specialist materials, techniques and professional advice.

The construction and condition of the roof, structural timbers, foundations and other significant elements should be assessed by a suitably qualified surveyor experienced in historic and listed buildings.

Heating & Energy

Heating: Oil-fired Aga within the kitchen. The main central heating system, heating fuel and hot water arrangements are to be confirmed.

Fireplaces: Multi-fuel and wood-burning stoves are present within the principal reception rooms.

EPC Rating: E

Purchasers should establish the age, condition, servicing requirements and compliance of all heating appliances, chimneys and associated installations.

Utilities & Services

Electricity Supply: To Be Confirmed

Water Supply: To Be Confirmed

Drainage: Mains or Private Drainage – To Be Confirmed

Central Heating: System and Fuel Type to Be Confirmed

Hot Water: To Be Confirmed

Where private drainage or other non-standard services are present, purchasers should establish the ownership, maintenance responsibilities, condition and applicable regulatory requirements.

Broadband & Mobile Connectivity

Broadband and mobile phone services may be available at the property, subject to local infrastructure and network coverage.

Prospective purchasers are advised to check available broadband connection types, estimated download and upload speeds, and indoor and outdoor mobile reception using the Ofcom broadband and mobile coverage checker.

Availability and performance may vary between providers and individual areas of the property.

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Land, Boundaries & Outbuildings

The property occupies mature grounds extending to approximately one acre, subject to survey.

The grounds include formal gardens, lawns, an orchard, pond, courtyard areas, parking facilities and numerous outbuildings.

Purchasers should verify the precise boundaries and extent of the land against the registered title and any associated plans.

The outbuildings offer potential for a variety of ancillary uses, subject to their condition, any applicable planning restrictions and the necessary consents.

No representation is made that the outbuildings have existing permission for residential accommodation, commercial use or conversion.

The ownership, permitted use and listed status of each outbuilding should be confirmed through legal and planning enquiries.

Access, Parking & Rights of Way

The property benefits from gated access leading to substantial parking areas and garaging.

Purchasers should confirm the legal access arrangements, any rights of way, easements, covenants or third-party rights affecting the property, its driveway and surrounding land.

Flood Risk & Environmental Information

The property includes a pond and extensive grounds.

Flood risk from rivers, surface water, groundwater and other relevant sources has not yet been confirmed.

Prospective purchasers are advised to consult the Environment Agency's flood risk information and obtain relevant property-specific searches.

Any known historic flooding, drainage issues, environmental hazards or land contamination should be disclosed following appropriate enquiries.

Planning, Conservation & Restrictions

Due to the property's Grade II Listed status and historic importance, purchasers should satisfy themselves regarding:

Listed Building Consent requirements and previous approvals.

Any conservation area designation.

Restrictions affecting alterations and extensions.

Planning permissions and lawful uses of the outbuildings.

Any relevant Tree Preservation Orders.

Covenants, easements and other restrictions affecting the property.

Any previous unauthorised alterations or outstanding enforcement matters.

The property's former commercial uses should not be taken as confirmation that commercial use is currently authorised.

Accessibility

The accommodation is arranged over three floors, with stairs providing access between the levels.

Due to the property's historic layout and period construction, accessibility may be more limited than in a modern property.

Specific accessibility adaptations have not been confirmed.

Additional Information

All measurements, land areas and descriptions are provided for general guidance and should be verified independently.

Prospective purchasers are encouraged to arrange an appropriate building survey and undertake legal, planning and environmental enquiries, particularly in relation to the property's listed status, historic construction, outbuildings and land.