St. James South Elmham | Suffolk | IP19 0HJ PICTURE PERFECT

Charlesworth House Rookery Lane | St. James South Elmham | Suffolk | IP19 0HJ PICTURE PERFECT

“Glorious in green, this impressive property sits in gorgeous gardens looking out over fields. Neighbouring the church on a quiet lane, there’s a friendly community that enhances the home’s appeal. There’s space in abundance, inside and out, with versatile accommodation and garaging too. Lovingly maintained to make the most of it all, come take a look – your new lifestyle’s in view!”

• A spacious Detached Family Home, beautifully presented and situated in the attractive and popular village of St James South Elmham • The property sits in approximately 0.75 acres (stms) of stunning Mature Gardens • Three First Floor Bedrooms, Master with En-Suite and Roof Terrace • Ground Floor Bedroom with En-Suite • Four Well Proportioned Reception Rooms • Triple Garaging and Ample Off Road Parking for Several Vehicles • Fibre Optic Broadband offering Excellent Internet Speed • The Accommodation extends to 3,890sq.ft • EPC Rating: D An excellent all-rounder, it’s difficult to know where to start with this attractive home. Standing proud in generous gardens, looking out over mature trees, open fields and the pretty village church, it certainly enjoys an appealing location. It also benefits from being part of a welcoming village community, as well as having easy access to the coast and to several attractive market towns. The gardens are mature and home to plenty of wildlife, while the house itself has been incredibly well designed and finished with great care. Moving With The Times There was once a row of workers’ cottages standing on the site and during the Second World War, several couples and families here welcomed evacuees. The cottages were demolished and the current house built in the late 1980s by a local builder and the original handwritten deeds for the cottages have been kept with the house ever since. The current owners love the solid feel and sense of space within their home and have been impressed by the quality of the build, as well as enjoying the welcoming feel that envelops you throughout the property. Space And Sunlight Each room has its own character and advantages, from the stunning large bays of the master bedroom and the dining room to the cosy feel of the snug. Every room is wonderfully light and it’s a very cheerful and comfortable home. The house is also incredibly versatile, with bedrooms and bathrooms on both the ground and first floors – ideal if you have limited mobility, or guests who do. The owners often entertain both friends and neighbours and have enjoyed having the space to do that here: “Once we had what seemed like half the village over, with people in all the receptions as well as the kitchen, and the house still didn’t seem full,” they smile. A Village With Views Outside, the gardens are bordered with mature trees that screen you at the far end of the garden. There are huge trees in the churchyard too, some of which must have stood here for a very long time and add to the appeal of the pretty surroundings. The road passing by is a quiet lane that only leads to another couple of houses and to a farm, so there’s very little passing traffic and it’s nice and peaceful. “We’ve enjoyed watching all the wildlife – both in our garden, the churchyard and the fields. We’ve seen deer and so many birds, including birds of prey,” the owners confirm. Footpaths criss-cross the fields, so it’s paradise for dogs, while the quiet lanes are ideal for cycling. The village has a well-used village hall that hosts various groups and events and has badminton and table tennis facilities too, so the owners have found it easy to make friends locally when moving from outside the area. There’s even a village orchard for the benefit of all residents!

Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. * These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent. Printed On Your Doorstep… The village of St James South Elmham is one village in a cluster of villages known locally as ‘The Saints’ and is just a short drive from the attractive and popular market towns of Beccles, Bungay, Harleston , Halesworth & Diss, all of which offering independent shops and local amenities. Beccles, Diss & Halesworth also benefit from a direct rail link to London Liverpool Street. How Far Is It To… The closest town is Halesworth, just 5.5 miles. Bungay and Harleston are 7.5 miles. Beccles is approximately 13 miles, Diss is a little further at 16.5 miles and the Cathedral City of Norwich is 23 miles away and benefits from its wide range of shopping, leisure and entertainment facilities along with an international airport and direct rail link to London Liverpool Street. The heritage coast can be found 14 miles to the east where the popular seaside town of Southwold can be found with the walks and wildlife of the Suffolk coast just waiting to be explored. Directions Leave Beccles on the B1062 Bungay Road and continue onto the B1062 Hillside Road East when you reach Bungay. When you reach St John’s Road, turn right and immediately left onto Hillside Road West. Turn left onto St Margarets Road and follow this road until you reach the T Junction. Turn right towards St Michael and Flixton. Follow this road until you reach Uncles Lane and turn right. At the junction, turn left and in about 100m turn right towards St James. Continue along this road until you reach Rookery Lane and the property can be found on the left hand side.

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