Elms Farm All Saints South Elmham | SELLER INSIGHT • Traditional Suffolk Pink Grade II* Listed Farm House (Only 5.5% of properties are II* Listed. 92% are Grade II Listed) In The Pink” • Located in a Rural Position • Parts of the building date back to the 1200’s “The authentic charm of centuries gone by, a pretty Suffolk • Original Minstrel’s Gallery pink exterior, beautifully timbered inside and out, there’s a real sense of history throughout this home, while the welcoming feel • Many Period Features is never in doubt. With generous gardens you can grow your • Large Gardens with Ponds and Kitchen Garden Offering Beautiful own, swim in the pond or watch the birds all around, just one Field Views Beyond neighbour beside you, so much privacy and space, if it’s the • 2 Brick Built Stables with Tiled Roof, equipped with Electricity rural dream you’re after, this is paradise found!” • Large Driveway with Ample Parking for Several Vehicles “The house dates back to 1290 in its oldest parts, so it’s full • The Property Extends to 2194.91sq.ft. of character.” • EPC Rating Exempt “It’s got that quintessential timbered exterior and when you step inside it more than lives up to expectations.”

“You have one neighbour here so you’re not alone but you do benefit from your own space and a real connection to the surrounding countryside.”

“Kids love it here – you can swim in the ponds, camp out on the lawn, ride bikes, have livestock – there’s so much to enjoy.”

“We used to grow our own and we had goats, chickens and sheep.”

* 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.

STEP INSIDE Elms Farm

Dating back to the late 1200s in its original parts, this Altogether, this is an unusually well-proportioned property, incredible character home is thought to be the oldest in especially for a house of its age, with good ceiling height the South Elmham parishes. Beautifully maintained during and plenty of light coming in. the current ownership, it’s a delightful place that any couple or family would be proud to call home and it sits Plenty Of Potential in a large plot where children can play, keen gardeners can Outside, there are two large ponds where the family get stuck in and anyone can choose to live the good life. swam, as well as plenty of lawned areas where children can have fun running around and playing games. “We Travel Back Through Time enjoyed so much freedom here,” smiles the owner’s Dating back to 1290 in its oldest parts, this former daughter. She in turn had her own daughter’s naming farmhouse also has 15th and 16th century additions. ceremony in the garden with a marquee on the lawn, Grade II* listed, it retains a wealth of original character, while her dad used to host clay pigeon shoots from home. with the attractive Suffolk pink and timbered frontage The family used to grow fruit and vegetables here, so you giving a clue as to what you’ll find within. It’s been in the could easily reinstate these areas of the garden, as well current ownership for almost 40 years – the owner and as having goats, sheep, chickens, with the stable building her husband raised their family here and it’s been a very coming in handy. With around 1.5 acres, there’s plenty to happy home to them all. “When we first came, the house keep a keen gardener happy, but the grounds are currently had been recently restored with great care and attention mostly lawned for easy maintenance – sure to appeal to to detail, so it’s very sound and we have maintained it to families. a high standard over the decades, updating the décor and fittings but with a sympathetic eye,” she explains. A Breath Of Fresh Air This is a totally peaceful place. There’s only one neighbour, Family Memories so while you’re not isolated, you’re very private and can The owner’s daughter remembers this being a fun enjoy almost 360 degree views over the land around. place to grow up, having friends over all the time, family There’s plenty of wildlife, magnificent sunrises and sunsets, congregating here for birthday and Christmas celebrations no light pollution and genuine peace and quiet. There are and so much more. You can see that this would be a multiple walks and cycle tracks, with footpaths and bridle magical place during the festive season with the cosy paths dotted around, as well as a pretty church nearby that charm and character of the rooms lending itself to makes for a nice stroll, and a pub a couple of miles away. being bedecked with greenery and twinkling lights. The impressive dining room seats 12 with ease and could comfortably accommodate more. Both this and the spacious sitting room have attractive brick fireplaces too. Another highlight is the very large and modern bathroom – the sense of space gives it such a luxurious feel. The sitting room is cosy and the dining room magnificent. It’s a well proportioned home but very comfortable.” STEP OUTSIDE Elms Farm

On The Doorstep... All Saints South Elmham is one of The Saints, a group of villages near the border with Norfolk. The village is in the of All Saints and St.Nicholas, South Elmham in the Waveney district of Suffolk, .

How Far Is It To... The nearest market town is and is 6 miles to the south east. The vibrant cathedral city of Norwich is 22 miles to the north west and the Heritage coast and popular seaside town of is 15 miles to the south east.

Directions... From continue onto Rd. Follow the road slightly around to the left onto Church Rd. Follow Redis- ham Rd to Halesworth Rd. Follow Halesworth Rd. Con- tinue onto Hogg Ln. Turn left onto Halesworth Rd/A144. Take first right on Grub Lane. Turn right on to The Street. Turn right at Mill Rd. Continue on St James Rd. Turn Right onto Capps Ln. In approximately 100 yards there is a gravel track on right. The property is at the end.

Agents notes: All measurements are approximate 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. Copyright © 2019 Fine & Country Ltd. Registered in England and Wales. Company Reg No. 5930387 Registered Office: Country Estates Limited, Carter Court, Midland Road, Hemel Hempstead, Herts HP2 5GE. Printed follow Fine & Country Waveney on

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