5 Bedroom Detached House

An exciting renovation/redevelopment project for sale for the first time in over 70 years. PROPERTY The property provides an exciting and rare opportunity to purchase a substantial period house, formerly two cottages, now in need of complete renovation and refurbishment. It offers huge potential for redevelopment or extensions subject to the necessary planning permissions. The house, which is set back from the road in an elevated position, if for sale for the first time in over 70 years and has not been occupied in over 10 years. Whilst now as one dwelling it is easy to see where it was two and it could be reverted subject to planning and the second staircase even remains in situ. The current configuration is with the main entrance being accessed off an entrance porch, leading to a hallway. This is a single storey addition which is clay lump and includes a bathroom and the kitchen. There are three principal reception rooms, each with fireplaces, a former kitchen a scullery and a pantry. The main stairs rise from one of the reception rooms to the first floor landing. There are currently 5 bedrooms, two of which interconnect, and a shower room. The house is set back from the road and accessed via metal gates. It is in an elevated position with an area of lawn to the front. Beyond the house is a further area of garden, now overgrown and an orchard. The gardens back on to open fields and enjoy a rural aspect. LOCATION Palgrave is a particularly popular village being convenient for those enjoying the facilities within Diss. The village itself is fortunate in having a Day Nursery, Community Centre, Playing Field and Parish Church. Palgrave also benefits from a very sought after village Primary School, which is rated Good by Ofsted. Palgrave's catchment secondary school is Hartismere High School, which has an 'Outstanding School' rating from Ofsted. For those wishing to commute, good road links can be enjoyed to the A140 and A143 road systems and the mainline rail station in the historic market town of Diss provides commuter services between the Norwich to the north and London's Liverpool Street Station. SERVICES Electric storage heaters. Mains electricity and water with drainage via a septic tank. (Durrants have not tested any apparatus, equipment, fittings or services and so cannot verify they are in working order). LOCAL AUTHORITY Mid Suffolk District Council Council Tax Band – E ENERGY PERFORMANCE TBC VIEWING Viewing is strictly by arrangement with the vendors' agent Durrants, please call 01379 642233. BUILDING CONSULTANCY Our Building Consultancy Team will be happy to provide advice to prospective buyers on planning applications, architectural design, building regulations and project management - please contact us if you would like to discuss. Agent's Note Due to the condition of the property any buyers requiring a mortgage need to contact their lender to determine if it will meet their lending criteria.