Believed to date to 16th Century, with a later wing addition, Valley farmhouse is a charming, timber-framed property, with cream-painted render elevations and interiors which showcase exposed timbering and brickwork along with original fireplaces and surprisingly high ceilings in places.

On the ground floor, the spacious reception hall offers an informal seating area alongside the inglenook fireplace and a staircase to the first floor; rising to a generous landing which provides a similar relaxed sitting area with an elevated outlook across the farm landscape. An inner hall on the lower level, passes by an ancient brick stairway to the upper floor, and leads through to further reception areas, which comprise a sitting room with doors to the outside and a formal dining room, which provides the perfect setting for entertaining guests. The farmhouse kitchen is fitted with wood-fronted wall and base level units, with a breakfast bar for informal dining, and a door to access the garden. A study and a cloakroom complete the ground floor accommodation.

On the first floor, there are five bedrooms, a family bathroom, cloakroom and a staircase rising to the attic level rooms which could provide two further bedrooms.

Local Authority: East Suffolk District Council Services: Oil fired central heating. Private drainage (we do not believe this complies with current regulations). Mains water and electricity Council Tax: Band G Tenure: Freehold

This property has 3.18 acres of land.

Outside

A long gravelled driveway leads to a central grassed circle giving a sense of arrival at this fine home. The detached double garage is situated to one side, with the extensive barns and outbuildings just beyond. These offer a variety of options, with one unit providing a studio space at present and subject to the necessary consents could be converted to home office, party barns or ancillary accommodation. The gardens are mainly laid to lawn, with clipped, evergreen hedging and bushes and a paved area adjoins the rear of the house providing opportunities for outdoor dining. The grounds surrounding the house have a naturalistic feeling in keeping with the rural setting and vistas across the terrain can be enjoyed from all aspects. And a spinney has spring bulbs, snowdrops, blue bells and is an attractive area.

Situation

Halesworth Railway Station 2.8 miles (London Liverpool Street 2 hours 11 minutes), Southwold 11 miles, Harleston 13 miles, Norwich 26 miles, Ipswich 30 miles

The property is situated to the south-west of the market town of Halesworth, where there are independent shops, public houses, restaurants, a doctor’s surgery and a supermarket. It has a thriving centre of arts for the community called 'The Cut' which is used as theatre, cinema, exhibitions, and workshops. Southwold, which lies approximately 11 miles to the east, is a popular coastal resort, known as the home of Adnams Ales and the Sole Bay Brewery. Recreational facilities include sailing and fishing along the coast and river estuaries, golf courses at both Halesworth and Southwold and there are many fine walks and bird watching opportunities at the internationally renowned Minsmere Reserve. For commuters Halesworth offers train services into London and road users have easy access to reach the A12 which links to the main road networks. The area has a range of state and independent schools.

Directions

From the A12, exit at Darsham to join the A144 and follow the road for approximately 4.2 miles. Turn left onto Walpole Road/B1117 and continue for 1.1 miles. Bear right to join Cookley Street and after a short distance the entrance to the property will be found on the left-hand side.