Castle Farm Cottages, Ipswich

Summary

A beautiful FOUR BEDROOM detached family home with equestrian facilities idyllically situated in an enviable position on a quiet lane in the village of Offton.
With commanding views over the surrounding beautiful undulating countryside, the impressive property has an absolutely stunning, spacious interior over unique split levels and has been stylishly updated by the present owners and boasts a luxury fitted kitchen/dining/living area with study, utility/boot room, large lounge, entrance hallway and downstairs cloakroom. On the first floor, there is a spacious bright galleried landing, four excellent sized double bedrooms, luxury fitted en-suite shower room to vaulted-ceilinged master bedroom and beautiful fitted family bathroom. The downstairs benefits from beautiful slate flagstone and oak floors with underfloor zoned heating.
The property which is set back from the road has a large drive approximately 20m x 10m for multiple vehicles, double garage fitted with bespoke workshop area, cart lodge utilised as a log store and a beautiful large south-facing landscaped garden backing on to farmland with stunning far reaching views. At the end of the garden, there are two excellent sized stables, workshop, lean-to hay store and tack room which overlook the paddock that is enclosed with post and rail equestrian fencing.
Located on a quiet lane leading to one of Suffolk's highest points, the site of the ancient Offton Castle.
We strongly recommend viewing this beautiful property to really appreciate all it has to offer.

Full Description

Entrance Hallway
Front door to spacious entrance hallway with double glazed window to the front, stairs to first floor, under stairs storage cupboard, slate Flag stone tiled flooring with under floor heating.

Cloakroom
Good sized downstairs cloakroom with double glazed window to the side, low level w/c, hand wash basin, slate Flagstone tiled floor with under floor heating.

Utility/Boot Room
Leading through from the hallway is the utility/boot room with double glazed window to the side, work surfaces with cupboards under, space for washing machine, bespoke bench seating area, slate Flag stone floor with under floor heating.

Lounge
The spacious lounge, which leads off the entrance hall, has a double glazed bay window to the front with bespoke seating area, feature fire place with log burner with oak mantle, under floor heating and double doors leading to the kitchen.

Kitchen
The large luxury fitted kitchen with beautiful slate flagstone flooring has a double glazed window to the rear looking out over the countryside, granite work surfaces with cupboards under, integrated water softener and dishwasher, large Rangemaster cooker with extractor over, spot lights. The centre island with solid oak work surface has a seating area, power/USB charging points, integrated wine cooler and microwave oven, additional cupboards, drawers, shelves and feature lights. Under floor heating and steps up to the raised living/dining area.

Living Area
The spacious and light living area, which is open plan from the kitchen, has double glazed bifold doors that can be fully folded back to access the patio, over looks the beautiful rear garden. There is a feature vaulted ceiling with glazed gable end overlooking the kitchen garden and fields beyond, Velux roof lights, oak wooden floor, underfloor heating, feature lights and wall lights. Open plan to dining area.

Dining Area
The dining area has double glazed floor to ceiling windows that enjoy countryside views, feature lights, oak flooring and underfloor heating. The end of the dining area has been partitioned by shelving to make a study area.

Study Area
The study area has a double glazed window to the front, oak flooring and underfloor heating.

Galleried Landing
The spacious galleried landing has a double glazed window to the front, feature light and loft access.

Bedroom 1
The master bedroom has an impressive entrance with steps up to the room. There is a feature double aspect corner window over looking farmland, stunning vaulted ceiling with floor to ceiling windows and double doors leading to balcony. Fitted wardrobes and contemporary vertical radiator.

En-Suite
The luxury fitted en-suite, which is behind the feature wooden wall, has a Velux ceiling window, vanity hand wash basin with cupboards under, shower cubicle, low level w/c and contemporary towel radiator.

Bedroom 2
The 2nd bedroom has a double glazed window to the rear with beautiful countryside views, fitted wardrobes and a radiator.

Bedroom 3
The 3rd bedroom has a double glazed window to the front, radiator and built in wardrobes.

Bedroom 4
Bedroom four has a double glazed window to the rear with countryside views and a radiator.

Bathroom
The luxury fitted bathroom has a double glazed window to the side, large shower cubicle, low level w/c, hand wash basin, free standing bath and contemporary towel radiator. The floor has luxury tiles with feature timber panelling to the walls.

Garage
The double garage is fitted with work shop benches and has power and light connected, two bespoke double doors leading to the front driveway. Additional storage area to the side with rear access door to the back leading to garden. Cart lodge to the front currently used as a log store.

Outside
To the front of the property, there is a large drive providing parking for multiple vehicles. There is a further driveway which provides vehicular access to the stables and paddock. The beautiful landscaped rear gardens have a stylish limestone flagged patio area with further shaded feature decked seating area. The framed steps lead up on to the lawn with stunning countryside views. There is a vast selection of well tendered beds stocked with mature trees, plants and shrubs. The kitchen garden includes a glazed potting shed and vegetable plot. There is a new boiler to the rear of the property.

Stables
The stables, which can be accessed from the lawn or a side path, enjoy a large workshop fitted with work bench and vice, under cover hay store, two stables approximately 3.7m x 3.8m and tack room. There is power and lighting connected and outside water tap.

Paddock
The paddock has mature hedgerow and trees to two sides and conventional post and rail to remaining sides. Accessed via 5 bar vehicle gate and pedestrian gate.

Reference: AWK1003379

Disclaimer

These particulars are intended to give a fair description of the property but their accuracy cannot be guaranteed, and they do not constitute an offer of contract. Intending purchasers/tenants must rely on their own inspection of the property. None of the above appliances/services have been tested by ourselves. We recommend purchasers arrange for a qualified person to check all appliances/services before legal commitment.