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Property type: 7-bedroom
House, Detached for sale
Number of bedrooms: 7
An outstanding small residential estate set in beautifull rolling countryside. The property is available as a whole or in lots and is approached over a long tree-lined driveway past paddocks and parkland to a substantial contemporary farmhouse with extensively reclaimed features. Outside are a pair of cottages, small farmyard, barn and walled garden. The land extends to just over 100 acres (STS) in total and includes mature parkland meadows and 31 acres of woodland.LOT 1
PLUMTON HALL 62.58 ACRES (sts)
Guide: £1,375,000
PLUMTON HALL
In 1982 the original Plumpton House was separated from the estate and replaced by the present Plumton Hall. The design was inspired by the present owners' wish to incorporate the proportions, style and elegance of a traditional country house along with the practicalities of modern building techniques.
. Plumton Hall stands at the end of a long driveway bordered by mature parkland and paddocks. The setting is hidden from the lane and offers a rare chance to enjoy a delightful rural setting away from roads, light and noise pollution. Its setting offers privacy without isolation and stands in a southerly position adjacent to the original walled kitchen and farmyard - an ideal home for the appreciation of the natural world, with an abundance of wildlife including a wide variety of native birds, game and deer including a stock of white fallow deer, as well as a number of ancient pollarded oaks, thirty-one acres of woodland and the source of the River Lark.
. The accommodation features high ceilings, well-proportioned rooms and a clever use of reclaimed materials from mahogany parquet flooring and impressive panelled doors to the panelled dining room and magnificent staircase. The accommodation is arranged over three floors and would allow for the creation of a ground floor annexe (currently used as farm office). In brief it comprises
PORCH with double oak doors through to
. RECEPTION HALL approximately 17'2" x 15' widening to 23'9" with parquet floor and a magnificent oak staircase to galleried first floor landing.
CLOAKROOM with low-level WC and built-in vanity unit with inset wash hand basin.
DINING ROOM 24' x 16'8" (7.32m x 5.08m). A superb triple-aspect room, extensively panelled with concealed cupboards, semi-circular bay, corner fireplace, parquet floor and door to garden.
DRAWING ROOM 23'9" x 19' (7.24m x 5.8m). A triple-aspect room with a substantial open brick fireplace and exposed chimney breast, stone hearth and wooden mantelpiece, oak-panelled walls, parquet floor, three wall light points and door to garden.
KITCHEN 36' x 17'7" (10.97m x 5.36m). overall. A triple-aspect farmhouse kitchen with door to terrace and garden, fitted four-oven Aga and work surface with cupboards below and two inset sink and drainer units. Door to walk- in
LARDER 9'4" x 7'9" (2.84m x 2.36m). with useful work surface and a range of built-in shelving and ample power points.
LAUNDRY ROOM 20'3" x 12' (6.17m x 3.66m). A double-aspect room with sink unit, space and plumbing for washing machine, oil c.h. boiler and door to garden.
SIDE HALL 10'3" x 9'9" (3.12m x 2.97m). Door to outside.
SHOWER / WET ROOM
CLOAKROOM Low-level WC and wash hand basin.
OFFICE 20'3" x 17'9" (6.17m x 5.4m). Triple aspect.
. Agent's note In the original design the office, shower and WC were designed to offer the potential for a ground floor bedroom, although the size and location of the laundry room would probably allow for a self-contained annexe.
FIRST FLOOR
LANDING 27'5" x 18'2" m ax. overall with walk-in linen cupboard, storage cupboard and staircase to second floor.
BEDROOM 1 23'10" x 17'6" (7.26m x 5.33m). with a triple aspect overlooking the pond and parkland beyond.
EN SUITE SHOWER with shower cubicle, low-level WC and wash basin.
BEDROOM 2 24'2" x 13'5" with a triple aspect.
EN SUITE Low-level WC and wash hand basin.
BATHROOM 12'7" x 7' (3.84m x 2.13m). with panelled bath, shower cubicle, low-level WC and wash basin.
BEDROOM 3 17'7" x 13' (5.36m x 3.96m).
EN SUITE Wash hand basin.
BEDROOM 4 16'8" x 10'11" (5.08m x 3.33m). with a triple aspect.
SECOND FLOOR
LANDING with storage cupboard.
BEDROOM 5 25'4" x 13' (7.72m x 3.96m). with walk-in cupboard and eaves storage.
BEDROOM 6 19'5" x 13' (5.92m x 3.96m). with eaves storage.
BEDROOM 7 17'5" x 13' (5.3m x 3.96m). with eaves storage.
BATHROOM with panelled bath, low-level WC and wash basin.
OUTSIDE The immediate gardens surround the house and extend to approximately 1.3 acres (sts). They are predominantly laid down to grass and include a large natural pond and a variety of mature trees. From the gardens and terrace, a superb view is afforded over the adjoining parkland.
. FARMYARD AND OUTBUILDINGS
. Briefly include GRANARY 27'6" x 16'6"of brick and tile construction, CART SHED 81' x 23' (7 bays), CART SHED 2 27' x 17' - a three-bay timber structure with corrugated iron roof. WORKSHOP 40' x 30', DUTCH BARN 90' x 90' overall, including covered cattle yard, TRADITIONAL BARN 58' x 20'- refurbished to incorporate mezzanine level and ample natural lighting with potential for many uses (subject to planning). Attached to the barn is a full-length LEAN-TO 36'6" x 15'5" incorporating STABLES, TACK ROOM and STORAGE AREAS. WATER TOWER 38'7" overall x 15' with an additional second storey. Brick and tile construction containing lockable storage rooms and original borehole (disused).
THE PARKLAND
Extends to 30 acres. The parkland, which is particularly attractive, contains oak trees believed to date from the late-sixteenth century which were last pollarded around 200 years ago. The trees show evidence of earlier field patterns and mark the route of an old lane. Within the parkland is the source of the River Lark.
WOODLAND Plumpton Wood extends to 31.5 acres of ancient woodland that has documentation dating from 1255. Principal species include ash, maple, birch and oak, with some hybrid lime and horse chestnuts that were fashionable in the nineteenth century. The wood is subject to a Tree Preservation Order. The woodland has the potential to be used as the main game-holding wood and its height presents high sporting birds to guns placed on the parkland.
Lot 2
THE WALLED GARDEN 18.26 acres (STS)
Guide: £195,000 Comprising approximately 18.26 acres (sts) of beautiful mature parkland featuring mature oak, beech and red chestnut, with a fine walled garden dating back to the 1600s. The wall encompasses the original kitchen gardens, which retain the footings for the Estate's green- and hot houses, along with an ancient well and garden store. It is felt that there is ample and ideal space for the creation of a tennis court and swimming pool.
Lot 3
1 & 2 NORTH LODGE 21.95 acres (STS)
Guide: £750,000 An attractive pair of gatehouses, which form an arch across the main driveway, creating an impressive entrance to the Estate. The gatehouses date back to around 1911 and are of brick and timber construction under a tiled roof. Originally designed to offer two bedrooms, number one has been extended to provide additional ground floor living space, along with a third bedroom. Both properties stand in a prominent and elevated setting and may, subject to planning, afford further potential.
HUNTING There are a number of hunts operating in the local and wider Suffolk area and surrounding counties that provide opportunities for "riding out."
SHOOTING The property, and in particular Plumpton Wood, provides an opportunity for a small shoot due to the ability of the wood to hold birds due to excellent ground cover and has held a strong wild pheasant and woodcock population. Roe and Muntjac deer are also normally present within the woodland and the area generally provides additional sporting opportunities.
TENURE The freehold is offered with vacant possession upon completion.
SERVICES Mains water, single-phase electricity and private drainage
GENERAL CONDITIONS
VALUE ADDED TAX The vendors do not propose to charge Value Added Tax on the property, but should any sale of part of the property or any right afforded to it become a chargeable supply for the purposes of Value Added Tax, such tax shall be payable by the purchaser in addition to the monies to be paid during the course of the sale. Prospective purchasers should contact their accountants to clarify the Value Added liability.
Tax Single Farm Payment The vendors intend to retain such rights to Single Farm Payment as are currently held with the property. Alternative arrangements may be made by separate negotiation.
HOLDOVER Dependent on the timing, arrangements may be made for the removal of a hay crop from the land, which may be available for a purchaser to take over at valuation. Otherwise the land is sold as seen and there will be no claim from either side for the condition of the land.
. WAYLEAVES AND RIGHTS OF WAY
. The Estate will be sold subject to and with the benefit of all existing wayleaves, easements and rights of way, whether or not disclosed. In the event of a sale in lots, the appropriate rights of way will be granted and reserved.
Agent's notes:
· There are two footpaths across the Estate. The approximate route is marked by a broken red line on the site plan.
· The stained glass armorial window between the reception hall and living room is not included in the sale.
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