Starhouse Farm

A Grade II Listed part thatched detached period farmhouse parts of which date back to the 1400s set in grounds of around 1.25 acres and situated in the village of Onehouse. The property features a wealth of exposed timbers, studwork, mullion windows and fireplaces whilst also benefitting from part double glazing and oil-fired central heating. The property requires some updating but offers excellent family accommodation arranged over three floors.  

Glazed front entrance doors into;  

ENCLOSED ENTRANCE PORCH: With windows to side and further door into; 

SITTING ROOM: 19'1 x 16'5 (5.8m x 5m). A wonderful room with window to front and side aspects, high ceilings with exposed ceiling timbers and wide first floor boards. Internal glazed mullion window through to kitchen. The focal point of this room is the magnificent Tudor brick inglenook fireplace with tiled hearth, oak bressumer and inset gas stove. Radiator. Ceiling spotlights. Staircase to first floor with understairs storage cupboard. Doors to inner hallway and drawing room. 

DRAWING ROOM: 16'7 x 13'5 (5m x 4.1m). Window to front aspect and glazed mullion window to side. Wealth of ceiling beams and timber studwork. Exposed brick fireplace with inset gas fire. Wall lights. Radiator. 

INNER HALLWAY: Window to rear. Exposed beams and studwork. Tiled flooring. Radiator. Doors to kitchen, dining room, study and utility room. 

STUDY: 15'2 x 9'5 (4.6m x 2.9m). Accessed via a small staircase. Window to side aspect. Wall spotlights. Radiator. 

CELLAR: 14'8 x 8'8 (4.3m x 2.6m). 

KITCHEN: 19'6 x 10'1 (5.9m x 3m). Windows to side and part glazed exterior stable door leading onto terrace area. Further glazed door into hallway. Tiled flooring. Exposed brick chimney with inset oil-fired Rayburn Royal range cooker. Base and wall units with worktops and inset stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap. Breakfast bar overlooking garden. Space and plumbing for dishwasher. Double oven and Zanussi propane gas hob. Further door through to dining room. 

DINING ROOM: 15' x 10'8 (4.5m x 3.2m). An interesting room being a former dairy with glazed mullion windows to side aspect. Large exposed chimney breast brickwork. Tiled flooring. Ceiling beams and timber studwork. Radiator. 

GARDEN ROOM: 14'6 x 14'2 (4.4m x 4.3m). A more recent addition having double glazed French doors opening directly onto the garden terrace and matching side windows affording glorious views of the mature gardens. Tiled flooring. Secondary staircase to first floor. Three radiators. Ceiling downlights. 

UTILITY ROOM: 13'5 x 10'5 (4.1m x 3.2m). Ceramic tiled flooring. Built in pantry cupboards and base units with worktop and stainless-steel sink with mixer tap. Floor mounted oil-fired Worcester central heating boiler. Part glazed exterior door to the rear courtyard parking area. Space and plumbing for washing machine. Door to shower room. 

SHOWER ROOM: Having shower cubicle, pedestal wash hand basin and W.C. Tiled flooring. Radiator. 

First floor (via principal staircase from sitting room) 

LANDING: Window to front half landing giving access to the two principal bedrooms and further staircase to second floor. 

BEDROOM: 16'3 x 13'5 (4.9m x 4.1m). A large double room with windows to front and side aspects. Exposed ceiling and wall timbers. Radiator. Spotlights. 

BEDROOM: 18'6 x 16'6 (5.6m x 5m). Another generous double bedroom featuring window to front aspect and mullion window to side with magnificent views over the established gardens. Exposed ceiling timbers and wall studwork. Feature brick fireplace with oak bressumer and alcove storage areas to side. Radiator. Door through to Jack and Jill en suite bathroom. 

JACK AND JILL EN SUITE BATHROOM: 10'5 x 8'6 (3.2m x 2.6m). Suite comprising large panelled spa bath, pedestal wash hand basin, bidet and W.C. Exposed wall timbers. Window to side aspect. Radiator. Further door to dressing room/bedroom. 

DRESSING ROOM/BEDROOM: 10'8 x 10'7 (3.2m x 3.2m). This room features a window to side aspect overlooking the garden. Exposed beams and studwork. Radiator. 

BEDROOM: 14'9 x 10'8 (4.5m x 3.2m). This room can be accessed via the secondary staircase in addition to the principal staircase. Mullion window to side aspect, exposed timber studwork and brick chimney breast. Open studwork with walk-through into dressing area or further bedroom. Radiator. 

FAMILY BATHROOM: 10'1 x 7'5 (3m x 2.2m). A large bathroom featuring panelled bath, pedestal wash hand basin and W.C. Window to rear aspect. Radiator. Vinyl flooring. Extractor fan. 

Second floor (accessed from the first floor landing area) 

SMALL LANDING: With vaulted ceiling and small window to front. Glazed enclosed feature of the original wattle and daub. Access to two further bedrooms and shower room. 

BEDROOM: 15'1 x 12'5 (4.6m x 3.8m). A double bedroom with vaulted ceiling, former Priest hole, exposed timbers and chimney breast brickwork. Window to side aspect. 

BEDROOM: 12'7 x 6' (3.8m x 1.8m). A single bedroom with vaulted ceiling, exposed timbers and window to side aspect. 

SHOWER ROOM: 7'1 x 6'4 (2.1m x 1.9m). Featuring part vaulted ceiling. Corner tiled shower cubicle with Triton shower unit, Saniflo low level W.C. and pedestal wash hand basin. Exposed timbers. Spotlight. 

Outside The property is currently approached via a shared driveway providing access to a further private driveway with ample parking for several vehicles. The gardens extend to front and side and are predominantly lawn with established borders and tree plantings throughout. Paved terrace area immediately to the side and rear of the property being ideal for outdoor entertaining. Additionally, there is a paddock area with a range of outbuildings and greenhouse. 

In all about 1.25 acres. 

AGENTS NOTE: Planning consent has been granted for a separate private driveway entrance off Star House Lane. The entrance, dropped kerb and gate have already been installed allowing future owners the opportunity to complete this by laying a driveway if they so wish.  



Marketed by: David Burr Estate Agents, Woolpit