Situated on a plot of just under 5 acres enjoying direct access to a river frontage on the Waveney is this Grade II Listed farmhouse.
Probably of 17th Century origins having a timber frame under a pantiled roof. The property is very well presented but still retains its original charm and main features with inglenook fireplaces, part-glazed mullion and a wealth of beams and stud work. The accommodation is over three floors and in all amounts to about 2200sq.ft. As well as the charm of the farmhouse the setting is classic of a rural idyll with immediate planted gardens providing numerous walkways and private areas to sit having various outbuildings, the remainder is meadow/marshland which has been managed over the past 20 years as a nature reserve, especially for its array of naturally occurring spring wildflowers. Only by viewing the property will prospective purchasers truly appreciate what this property has to offer.
Outside The plot is just under 5 acres and a gravel driveway leads to the two garages and lean to car port. To the front is a three bay barn approximately 37' x 10'3 overall of block and clay lump construction which has a delightful courtyard to the front with established vine, walled surround and further gravelled area. There are a number of interesting walkways, through a small orchard and to the immediate rear of the property is a terrace with lawns and established shrubs. The walkways are through established trees and hedging and there is a lawned area with studio 11'3 x 9'3 with a decking front, to the side of which is a gravelled path with brick edging that leads to a pergola with productive vines, the meadow and marshland has two black poplars, a horse pond and leads directly down to the river Waveney and enjoys a river frontage of about 180ft.
Local authority South Norfolk District Council
Council Tax Band – E
services Mains water, electricity and gas connected. Septic tank drainage. (Durrants have not tested any apparatus, equipment, fittings or services and so cannot verify they are in working order)
agent’s note There is a wayleave for an electricity pole.
Viewing Strictly by prior appointment with the Agents' Harleston Office
directions Proceed out of Harleston on London Road towards Diss and at the roundabout on the A143 go straight over and into Needham. Follow this road though the village, past the Red Lion and just as one leaves the village the property will be found on the left hand side.
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 the team directly on quoting Hollowdene, Needham.
