4 Bedroom Detached House

An elegant and charming unlisted period house with versatile accommodation and delightful gardens and grounds of 3.16 acres. Property £725,000 - £750,000. The property is a delightful and charming unlisted period house with elegant symmetrical front facade. It has been in the same ownership for over 40 years and has been a much-loved family home. Located in a sought-after and convenient semi-rural position with field views to the front and its own field to the rear, the property provides a delightful opportunity for those seeking space and character whilst remaining convneient. The front door opens to the entrance hall with stairs rising to the first floor. There is a dining room to one side and an impressive double aspect sitting room with feature fireplace to the other. Across the entire back of the house is a superb triple aspect reception room which is multi-functioning and perfect for entertaining. It connects with the kitchen which is fitted with a comprehensive range of wall and base units. Off the kitchen is a useful conservatory/boot room. On the first floor are four bedrooms arrange around a spacious landing. Two benefit from fitted wardrobes. The vendors extended the first floor to create a spacious bathroom with separate shower cubicle and there is a further w.c. Externally the property has a gravel carriage driveway leading to timber gates that give access to further parking and the gardens. There is a detached outbuilding that is currently a workshop and a double garage beyond. It is consider the outbuilding offers potential for conversion to an annexe or studio subject to planning permission. The gardens and grounds are a real highlight of the property. Immediately to the rear of the house is a large patio for alfresco entertaining. The principal garden is laid largely to lawn, interspersed with a wide array of established trees and shrubs including Wisteria and Camellia. There is a vegetable garden and beyond, a five bar gate leads into a large field with a pond in once corner and bordered by mature poplars. Location Located on the Suffolk bank of the River Waveney is the attractive village of Mendham, The parish includes the hamlet of Withersdale Street. Central to Mendham is the Sir Alfred Munnings Pub. The thriving market town of Harleston is approx. 2.8 miles away with many historical buildings and an excellent range of independently owned shops along with a supermarket, doctors, dentists and veterinary surgery, a primary and secondary school both of which have Good Ofsted ratings, two hotels, a number of cafes, restaurants and pubs. Services Mains electricity, water and drainage. Oil fired central heating. (Please note the services have not been tested by Durrants) Viewings Strictly by prior appointment with the vendors sole selling agents, Durrants on 01379 852217 Local Authority and Council Tax Mid-Suffolk and Band E