Detached period property offering spacious accommodation in the picturesque village of Stratford St. Mary. Set on a plot of 0.85 acres (STS), this substantial family home benefits from five bedrooms, three reception rooms, study, conservatory, double garage and off-road parking. An outdoor swimming pool and a newly renovated fully detached annex (called 'The Pavilion' due to it being a former cricket pavilion) currently used as a holiday rental but adaptable as a home office or additional family accommodation, further enhance the property.
Located in the heart of Constable country, with links to John Constable himself whom, from recent verification, is now known to have painted a portrait of four sisters from the upstairs of the house in around 1804, the property sits between Dedham, East Bergholt and Stratford St Mary. This impressive detached home was built in 1500 as Wodehouse Farm. It has benefitted from substantial additions over the years, yet the core essence of this notable home has been very much retained.
Generations of ownership have faithfully respected the origins of this delightful home, whereby one of the bedrooms retains a wall painting by an alleged prisoner of the Napoleonic war of the tenant farmer at the time. Although every respect has been paid to its history, this substantial home is perfectly at home in this 21st century.
The property is approached via a gravel drive, which leads the visitor to the entrance door and double garage, whilst also providing off-road parking for several vehicles.
Once inside, the reception hall offers an impressive space in which to greet guests before moving through to the main living accommodation. Exposed timbers and Amtico flooring allude to the style and grandeur of this substantial home, whilst a split staircase leads to the upper floors.
The extensive ground floor accommodation comprises three large reception rooms, study, conservatory and a spacious kitchen/breakfast room - with many original features adding a depth of history.
Upstairs, the bedrooms are generously proportioned; the principal suite benefits from a dressing area as well as a large bathroom which offers the choice of a bath or a double shower.
Outside, to the front of the property, a detached double garage and large driveway offer ample space for several vehicles. The glorious gardens offer far reaching views across what is arguably the best of the Suffolk countryside. Commencing with a paved terrace, the gardens are predominantly laid to lawn, with splendid field views, and the added benefit of an outdoor, heated swimming pool. There is also a walled patio area outside the kitchen with greenhouse and herb beds.
The detached Pavilion offers flexible bonus space offers the ability to have a self-contained annex, Airbnb, dedicated pool house or perhaps just space for a teenaged family member.
Entrance Hall 17'4" x 14'7" (5.28m x 4.45m). Window to front aspect. Radiator. Wall-mounted electric storage heater. Amtico flooring. Stairs to first floor.
Lobby Providing access to conservatory and cloakroom.
Cloakroom Low-level WC, wall-mounted wash-hand basin, radiator, storage cupboard. Window to rear aspect.
Dining Room 18'5" x 11'9" (5.61m x 3.58m). Window to front aspect. Radiator. Inglenook fireplace with wooden beam above. Door and window through to conservatory.
Kitchen / Breakfast Room 21'6" x 18'5" (6.55m x 5.61m). Windows to front and side aspects. Range of wall and base units with wooden laminated worktops and inset stainless steel double sink with drainer. Integrated dishwasher and fridge/freezer, space for a range cooker with extractor fan over. Tiled flooring with underfloor heating. Radiator.
Inner Hallway Window to side aspect. Access to utility room and cloakroom. Radiator.
Second Cloakroom Low-level WC, wall-mounted wash-hand basin, extractor fan.
Utility Room 9'5" x 7'9" (2.87m x 2.36m). Window to rear aspect. Oil boiler. Range of wall and base units with wooden laminated worktops and inset stainless steel sink. Space for refrigerator.
Sitting Room 19'9" x 14'3" (6.02m x 4.34m). Windows to side and rear aspects. Exposed ceiling beams. Inglenook fireplace with wood burner. Radiator.
Conservatory 21'3" x 10'5" (6.48m x 3.18m). Three sets of doors to garden. Tiled flooring. Radiator.
Living Room 22'9" x 17'9" (6.93m x 5.4m). Box bay window to front aspect. Doors to rear aspect opening onto garden. Open fireplace. Radiators.
Study 8'7" x 6'10" (2.62m x 2.08m). Exposed ceiling beams.
Landing Window to rear aspect. Wall-mounted electric heater. Radiator. Stairs to fifth bedroom.
Bathroom 9' x 5'4" (2.74m x 1.63m). Window to rear aspect. Panelled bath with shower over, low-level WC, wall-mounted wash-hand basin. Radiator and wall-mounted electric heater.
Bedroom Two 16'11" x 16'2" (5.16m x 4.93m). Two windows to front aspect. Built-in wardrobes. Feature fireplace. Airing cupboard with hot water tank. Radiator.
Bedroom Three 17'9" x 15'6" (5.4m x 4.72m). Two windows to front aspect. Two built-in double wardrobes. Exposed beams. Radiator.
Bedroom Four 15'7" x 11'11" (4.75m x 3.63m). Window to rear aspect. Built-in wardrobes. Radiator and wall-mounted electric heater.
Principal Bedroom 19'4" x 14'7" (5.9m x 4.45m). Windows to side and rear aspects. Built-in cupboard. Radiator.
Dressing Room 7'7" x 6'1" (2.3m x 1.85m). Window to side aspect. Built-in wardrobe. Fitted units.
En-suite 12' x 7'6" (3.66m x 2.29m). Two windows to side aspect. Panelled bath, double shower cubicle, marble vanity unit with two wash-hand basins and low-level WC. Victorian style radiator.
Cloakroom Window to rear aspect. Low-level WC.
Bedroom Five 17'9" x 12'2" (5.4m x 3.7m). Window to rear aspect. Built-in cupboards and double wardrobe. Eaves storage and loft access.
Garage 20'2" x 17'6" (6.15m x 5.33m). Window to rear aspect. Light and power connected.
Outside A large driveway to the front of the property provides off-road parking for multiple vehicles. Additionally, there is a detached double garage with power and light connected. The rear garden has a patio area and is otherwise predominantly laid to lawn, with views over the countryside.
An outdoor pool (35' by 15', with a maximum depth of 7') enhances the property.
Pavilion Detached, self contained annex or airbnb.
Pavilion Open Plan Living 18'6" x 10'8" (5.64m x 3.25m). Entrance door, with obscured glass. Two double-glazed uPVC window to front aspect. Kitchen has matching, high gloss, wall and base units. Stainless steel sink and drainer with mixer-tap. Electric oven with ceramic hob and extractor over. Wood-laminate flooring. Double-doors to verandah.
Pavilion Shower Room 9' x 4'4" (2.74m x 1.32m). Enclosed shower cubicle with electric shower. Wash-hand basin, with storage under. Concealed low-level WC. Wood-laminate flooring. Extractor fan.
Pavilion Pump Room 9'2" x 6'9" (2.8m x 2.06m). Window to front aspect. Heating and filtration system for outdoor swimming pool. Electric consumer box. Space for fridge.
Pavilion Veranda Covered veranda with lighting and heater, leading onto garden.
Agents note Septic tank provides drainage from the property.
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