The Old School House is an immaculately presented detached family home offering light-filled accommodation arranged over two floors; much improved by the present owners. Retaining many period features such as the original full height windows from the old school room which is now an impressive part-vaulted drawing room.

The ground floor has three formal reception rooms and a study ideal for home-working; it could be used as a bedroom with one of the shower rooms adjacent. The drawing room sits at the heart of the house and is a real feature with double height ceilings and original windows; there is also a multifuel burner and solid hardwood floors. Adjacent is a comfortable sitting room which could also be used as another bedroom as it benefits from an en suite shower room. The beautifully designed kitchen/ breakfast room is found at the back of the house with south facing views over the garden. There is an island featuring a breakfast bar, as well as space for an additional table and chairs. Of particular note, double doors open into a stunning and light garden room with ceiling lantern which links back through to the drawing room and has access to the garden; making this the ideal spot for family entertaining.

Upstairs, there is a spacious principal bedroom with built-in wardrobe and a contemporary en suite shower room. There are three further bedrooms, and a second family bathroom. A large upstairs hallway has space for a seating area, with a bright mezzanine overlooking the stunning drawing room below; a great spot for evening reading.

Local Authority: Babergh District Council Services: Oil fired central heating. All other mains services are connected. Council Tax: Band E Tenure: Freehold

This property has 0.4 acres of land.

Outside

The front of the property is mainly laid to lawn with a driveway leading to the double garage. The back garden is fully enclosed for privacy and mostly laid to lawn. There is a scattering of mature trees and hedgerows and in addition a paved patio that is accessed via the kitchen and garden room; ideal for alfresco dining. The garden features two useful outbuildings and a beautiful pond, all of which enjoy views of the very pretty village church.

Situation

Burstall sits 4 miles west of the County town of Ipswich. The neighbouring village of Hintlesham has the renowned hotel and restaurant, together with a pub, church and golf course. More extensive facilities can be found in the nearby town of Hadleigh, although a wider variety of shopping, educational and recreational services can be found in Ipswich and Colchester. There is a direct train service link to London’s Liverpool Street Station from Ipswich taking from approximately 65 minutes. There is also easy access onto the A14 and A12 giving access to Cambridge, London and the main motorway network. Private schooling is well catered for with Ipswich High School, The Royal Hospital School, and Orwell Park all within close proximity. There is a choice of local 18-hole golf clubs within the area, and there are excellent sailing facilities.

A14 2 miles, Ipswich 4 miles, Ipswich station 4.5 miles (London Liverpool Street 70 minutes) Hadleigh 6.5 miles, Colchester 18 miles, Bury St Edmunds 28 miles

Directions

Leave the A14 at junction 54 towards Sproughton. At the roundabout, take the second exit to join Sproughton Road. Continue straight and take a slight left to merge onto Lower Street. At the T-junction, turn left onto Loraine Way (B1113) and then immediately right onto Burstall Lane. Continue for just over a mile before turning right onto Church Hill/The Street. After approximately 500 yards, the property will be on the left.