High House Orford, Coast

An imposing, landmark house commanding panoramic views over the River Ore, Orford Ness and sea beyond.

Offers in the Region of £1,950,000

Features  Stunning river & coastal views  Handsome Grade II listed house in elevated setting, on the edge of the village amidst mature part walled gardens  5,800 sq ft of light & well laid out accommodation on three floors including a flexible use first floor annexe flat  Entrance & central reception hall/library, drawing room, dining room &sitting room/study  Fine conservatory, impressive 32’ kitchen/breakf ast/living room, service rooms & cellarage  7 bedrooms, dressing room & 3 bath/shower rooms  Garaging & garden stores  Mature part walled gardens & grounds including a heated pool  In all about 1 acre

Distances  Market Square, the Quay & River Ore – Walking distance  Woodbridge – 11 miles  A12 – 8 miles

Property Fa cing south east and commanding outstanding views over the River Ore, Orford Ness with its iconic lighthouse and the sea beyond, High House is one of Orford’s landmark properties. Listed Grade II and understood to date from the 16th century, the property wa s significantly altered and extended during Georgian times and today presents a handsome and balanced façade with attractive bays and deep sash windows. Within, the light, well laid out and elegantly presented accommodation features a delightful central reception hall/library, set off which are the two principal reception rooms, which interconnect with folding doors and both have full height sash windows to take full advantage of the views. Beyond is an impressive 32’ kitchen/breakfast/living room featur ing an AGA and also enjoying the fine views. There is a large study and range of service rooms together with useful cellarage. On the first floor are four double bedrooms, a spacious dressing room and two large bath/shower rooms with three second floor bedrooms and a further bathroom above. The former coach house which links off the rear hall provides garaging and storage, and access to a first floor flexible use annexe flat. The property benefits from an oil fired central heating system .

Outside Ornate wrought iron gates set on brick pillars, open through an attractive red brick wall with a gravel drive sweeping between wide front lawns beyond the house to a brick paved and shingled parking courtyard with access to the garages. To the rear, the walled gardens are adorned with fruit trees and various climbing varieties and include areas of lawn, well stocked and colourful herbaceous and shrub borders, box hedging and wide terracing. Set centrally is a heated pool overlooked by an attractive summer house. Beyond, the “boat shed” garden includes further stores and in all the property extends to about 1 acre.

Location High House enjoys a tucked away location on the south eastern edge of the village. Orford is a wonderfully unspoilt and historic coastal village set on the picturesque Suffolk Heritage Coast with its delightful quay, riverside and its famous Norman castle. There is an active community with many local amenities including an award winning village store/Post Office, butchers, bakers and tea/c offee shop. In addition to the well reputed Butley Orford Oysterage, there are two atmospheric local pubs and a village hotel. There is also a primary school, doctor’s surgery and useful local garage. Recreationally there are excellent water sport activ ities on the Ore Estuary as well as a number of other sports clubs and societies. There is access to numerous walks and bridal ways along the heritage coast and through the neighbouring Tunstall and Rendlesham Forest. Snape Maltings is some 5 miles to t he north and is home to the renowned Music Festival, whilst Woodbridge is 11 miles to the west. Branch line rail services from and Melton stations connect to London’s Liverpool Street station via .

Directions (IP12 2NW) From Ipswich proceed in an easterly direction towards Woodbridge. From the Woodbridge by-pass turn right onto the A1152 signed for Orford. Continue over the Wilford Bridge and at the next roundabout take the first left. Proceed through Rendlesham Forest fol lowing the signs to Orford and upon entering the village proceed beyond the market square and through the ‘S’ bend onto Quay Street, shortly thereafter turn left onto Daphne Road where High House will be found on the right hand side after approximately ¼ of a mile.

Lot 2 Situated to the north east of High House and with an independent gated access is an area of approximately 0.9 of an acre of former garden land which is available by separate negotiation and has a planning history which includes consent for residential development. There are no planning consents currently in force and the land is offered in its current status by separate negotiation.

Property Information Services: Mains electricity and drainage are connected to the property. FixtureFixturess & Fittings: Items regarded as fixtures and fittings, including carpets and curtains, are initially excluded from the sale, although certain items may be available by separate negotiation. Viewing: By appointment with Jackson Stops & Staff. Tel: 01473 218218

Tenure Freehold with vacant possession.

Fast Find: 64401

Important Notice: Jackson -Stops & Staff, their clients and any joint agents give notice that: 1. They hav e no authority to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 2. Any areas, measurements or di stances are approximate. The text photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulations or other consents and Jackson-Stops & Staff have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.

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