The Old Rectory

Immaculate elegant Old Rectory.

Location

The Old Rectory is situated on the edge of the popular conservation village of Felsham. The property is placed centrally in its stunning grounds which gives complete seclusion and tranquillity. The village of Felsham has a thriving community based around the village hall and parish church, as well as a popular village pub, community run shop/post office and garage. The renowned Old Buckenham Hall, located less than four miles away, offers exceptional schooling for three to thirteen year olds. The village is conveniently located for access to the A14 which connects to Ipswich to the east and Cambridge to the west. The historic market town of Bury St Edmunds is about eight miles away and has a complete range of independent and high street shops, a Michelin star restaurant as well as comprehensive facilities, schools and services. The town also benefits from the Theatre Royal, the last remaining Regency playhouse in the country. Stowmarket is seven and a half miles away and it has a direct train line into London Liverpool Street station from 85 minutes.

Description

The Old Rectory is a handsome and substantial Grade II listed house which has been renovated to a very high standard by the current owners. The Old Rectory retains many of its period features including high ceilings, sash windows with original shutters, decorative cornicing and a beautiful combination of limestone and original flooring. The beautiful, Poggenpohl kitchen is well equipped with Italian slate work surfaces with storage underneath, two Miele ovens and an electric four door AGA. The central island, also made of solid Italian slate, houses a sink with waste food dispenser and drinks fridge. The kitchen leads through to a well-proportioned family room with an attractive open fireplace and two alcoves. Further attributes on the ground floor include a fabulous study, large boot room and cloakroom. From the entrance hall and up an elegant sweeping staircase are three large bedrooms. The principal bedroom looks out onto beautiful gardens and leads through to a dressing room and immaculate en suite. Two staircases at the rear of the house lead to two further double bedrooms, both with dressing areas, and a shared sitting room and bathroom.

Outside
The Old Rectory sits in the centre of very private established gardens of just over four acres which were completely re-designed and replanted in 2018. The property is approached through an electric gate via a long, private driveway passing the hard tennis court and then splitting to two large gravel parking and turning areas. One is immediately in front of the house and the other is in front of a three bay cart lodge and triple garage. There is a snooker room within the cart lodge. Above the triple garage there is an extensive storage area which could be used as an annexe, subject to the necessary consents being obtained. Situated on the south west corner of the garden is the heated swimming pool with electric cover and delightful pool house beyond. The grounds are mostly laid to lawn and have a number of specimen trees, many of which have been planted in the last few years, and there are wild flower areas throughout.

Square Footage: 8565 sq ft

Acreage: 4.35 Acres

Marketed by: Savills, Ipswich