Goldsmiths Barn Thomsons Lane Ashbocking IP6 9JF Guide Price: 640,000 COUNTRY HOMES COTTAGES UNIQUE PROPERTIES CONVERSIONS PERIOD PROPERTIES LUXURY APARTMENTS TEL: 01473 289700
Goldsmiths Barn, Thomsons Lane, Ashbocking, Suffolk, IP6 9JF. A magnificent five/six bedroom barn conversion providing flexible and spacious family living accommodation set in approximately one acre (sts) of grounds and adjoining small paddock. Description A stunning five/six bedroom barn conversion with grounds extending to approximately one acre (subject to survey) situated approximately six miles north of Ipswich. The character accommodation comprises: glazed entrance to open-plan living space offering spacious reception area, living area, kitchen and dining areas with magnificent mezzanine galleried balcony above, along with a beamed vaulted ceiling which helps to provide the wow factor on first entering this most impressive property. The remainder of the ground floor accommodation comprises front hallway off which there are three bedrooms and a family bathroom (this could form selfcontained living accommodation if desired subject to the usual regulations). There is a further easterly wing corridor providing access to the utility room/laundry room and two further bedrooms, both of which have en-suites, whilst there is a sixth bedroom/study set off the main living space. All the accommodation is on one level with the exception of the mezzanine galleried landing above the living space, off which there is a useful relaxation/hobbies/study area. The property displays some fine features including exposed timbers, magnificent open-plan living space, stunning kitchen and flexible accommodation. Further benefits include oil central heating and sealed unit double glazing. Outside there are generous gardens extending to approximately one acre (subject to survey). Twin five bar gates open to a gravelled driveway providing plenty of parking, turning space and access to a double garage with store, workshop and hay loft storage over. There are garden areas laid to lawn with a gravelled surround to the property, pleasant patio areas to the front and rear, two ponds and adjoining paddock beyond the garden. 2 About the Area Ashbocking is a popular village offering amenities including church, garden nursery, motor vehicle repair services, gift shop & café at The Crockery Barn and Swiss Farm butchers. The larger village of Witnesham is approximately two miles distant offering a primary school, church and public house as well as the Fynn Valley Golf Course. Otley is approximately one mile away with post office, award winning general stores, primary school, doctor s surgery and The White Hart public house. The thriving town of Ipswich is set on the estuary of the River Orwell and has undergone an extensive gentrification programme in recent years, mainly around the waterfront and has become a popular commutable town to London. Ipswich is the county town of Suffolk and offers a wide variety of shopping, commercial and leisure facilities including a full range of sports clubs and societies and championship football, restaurants and high street stores. There is an excellent choice of schooling within both the state and private sectors. Excellent sailing and golfing facilities are both available nearby or on the popular Suffolk Heritage Coast. Ipswich provides good access to various road networks via the A12 to the South with links to London and the M25 and via the A14 to The Midlands and M11. The railway station provides mainline railway links to London s Liverpool Street with an approximate journey time of sixty-five minutes. Directions Proceed out of Ipswich along the B1077 through the villages of Westerfield and Witnesham. Continue over the Ashbocking crossroads towards Debenham where after approximately three quarters of a mile the property will be found on the right hand side. Vendor s Statement We have enjoyed living in this lovely spacious family home which has easy access to Woodbridge and Ipswich. The open plan accommodation which is full of character comes into its own for large family gatherings with off road parking for numerous vehicles. Three bedrooms and a bathroom can be accessed independently from outside providing potential for bed & breakfast or longer stays. The garden extends to approx. one acre with two fenced ponds. Our dogs and chickens enjoy the space but it could be shared with a pony etc.
Stunning light and airy open-plan area provides a wonderful living space for all the family. The accommodation comprises: Glazed Front Entrance to: Open-Plan Living Space - T-Shaped with an overall maximum measurement of Approx 39 x 25 6 (11.88m x 7.77m) This open-plan living space comprises entrance lobby, dining area, living area and kitchen and provides a wow factor as you first enter the property with its wealth of exposed timbers, brick flooring, magnificent vaulted ceiling and impressive mezzanine balcony. Entrance Lobby incorporating Dining Area Approx 25 6 x 11 1 (7.77m x 3.38m) Brick flooring, radiator, large glazed opening to rear patio and to either side of the dining area are the living room and kitchen areas. Kitchen Area Approx 15 9 x 10 (4.80m x 3.05m) Comprising of a stunning range of units offering double bowl sink unit, mixer tap, combination of wood and granite work surfaces, base cupboards and drawers under, integrated dishwasher, builtin fridge, Range Master Professional cooker (negotiable), extractor fan and light over, eye level units, under unit lighting, central work island with granite work surface, base cupboards, drawers and further storage under, built-in electric combination oven and microwave, tiled floor, window to side elevation and window to rear elevation, ceiling down lighters and tiled splash backs. Living Area Approx 17 3 x 15 4 (5.26m x 4.67m) Two radiators, feature wooden staircase to first floor mezzanine balcony and glazed double doors opening to inner-hall. Study/Bedroom Six Approx 11 9 x 10 (3.58m x 3.05m) Window to front elevation and radiator. Easterly Wing Corridor Wall mounted lights, two radiators, two windows to front elevation and doors to: Bedroom One Approx 14 3 x 14 2 (4.34m x 4.31m) Double aspect windows to rear and side and radiator. En-Suite Panel bath, vanity sink unit with illuminated pelmet and mirror over, low level flushing w.c, wall mounted chrome heated towel ladder, windows to rear elevation and extractor fan. Bedroom Two Approx 10 11 x 10 6 (3.33m x 3.20m) Window to rear elevation and radiator. En-Suite Shower cubicle, vanity sink unit with illuminated pelmet and mirror over, low level flushing w.c, frosted window to rear elevation and wall mounted chrome heated towel ladder. 3
Picture taken from the living area showing the wonderful vaulted ceiling and glazed entrance which allows the natural light to flood in. Laundry Room/Utility Room Approx 14 4 x 6 2 (4.37m x 1.88m) (Measurements include the boiler room) Work surfaces with inset bowl sink unit with base cupboards under, eye level units, tiled splash backs, water softener and plumbing for automatic washing machine. Boiler room housing oil boiler and hot water cylinder. Inner-Hall (Potential to be incorporated into self-contained annexe accommodation subject to the usual building and planning regulations.) Door to outside, radiator, ceiling down lighters and doors to: Bedroom Three Approx 12 2 x 11 2 (3.71m x 3.40m) Window overlooking the rear patio and radiator. Bedroom Four Approx 13 2 max x 11 7 max (4.01m x 3.53m max) (Note irregular shape) Window to side elevation and radiator. Bedroom Five Approx 11 11 x 11 5 (3.63m x 3.48m) Window to rear elevation and radiator. Family Bathroom White suite comprising panel bath, shower cubicle, low level flushing w.c, vanity sink unit with illuminated pelmet and mirror over, wall mounted chrome towel ladder, ceiling down lighters, frosted window to front elevation and extractor fan. Mezzanine Balcony The wooden staircase from the living area below rises to the feature mezzanine galleried balcony which offers low head access through to: Reading Room/Hobbies Room Approx 16 10 x 6 9 (5.13m x 2.06m) (Note sloping ceiling and measurement taken at approximately 1 metre above floor level) This is a relaxing space which was previously the old hay loft and is boarded with window to side elevation and radiator. Outside The property stands in grounds extending to approximately one acre (subject to survey) comprising gardens and small meadow. Twin five bar gates give access to the gravelled driveway which opens up to a gravelled area providing generous parking for a number of vehicles and access to the double cart lodge. This incorporates a workshop, store to the rear and hay loft storage over. Around the main barn is a gravelled surround along with areas of lawn, various inset specimen trees, raised borders, two ponds and a pleasant sheltered back patio/entertainments area. Beyond the main garden area is the small paddock. 4
Above shows the wealth of exposed timbers and feature staircase rising to the mezzanine balcony. 5
6 Above master bedroom with en-suite and below view from mezzanine balcony.
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