“A Game Of Two Halves” Wattisfield | | IP22 1NX

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“This is an exciting opportunity to acquire a this offers a rare opportunity to take on a very completed contemporary conversion of a former versatile project while living in comfort on site. “The granary along with an impressive adjoining barn that granary was little more than a pile of rubble when I is as yet unconverted. The granary has been finished started,’ the owner explains. Along with other buildings to a high standard and offers attractive and stylish around here, it used to belong to Wattisfield Hall. accommodation, while the barn is crying out for There’s the hall itself, another barn and several former development and the options are almost unending, agricultural buildings that are now offices. It’s perfect only limited by your imagination.” because it means the granary is very secure, with people around during the day while the owner is at • A Superb Conversion of a Grade II Listed work, but there’s just a handful of neighbours here at Former Granary evenings and weekends. • Stunning Suffolk Barn To Be Converted • Wonderful Development Opportunity Through The Seasons • Excellent Open Plan Living Area With Bi Fold “I had a vision for the granary and it’s been amazing Doors to see that come to fruition,” she smiles. It’s certainly • Fitted Kitchen Area With Granite Work Surfaces a brilliant place for entertaining with a large open plan • Lovely Large Sunny Patio Area kitchen and reception area with doors on both sides • Generous Front Garden With Flint Boundary opening onto the front lawn and private rear Wall courtyard. The owner has had over 200 here, making • Two Bedrooms memories to last a lifetime. It’s also perfect for children • Two Bathrooms with a lovely big lawn where they can play safely • Planning Permission Granted For Conversion Of under the watchful eyes of parents in the granary. The The Main Barn morning sun streams into the front of the building, while the back is bathed in sunshine all afternoon and In a quiet but accessible village, with beautiful evening. There are blinds integral to the double countryside close by, this home offers all the benefits glazing throughout the property. The owner has seen of country life in a character home with lashings of awesome sunsets and incredible starry skies on clear contemporary style. The barn is ripe for conversion nights – there’s no light pollution. Being so recently and could be a wonderful home, holiday let, business finished, the property is well insulated and warm in premises, studio, workshop – whatever you dream of! winter, while in summer, with the doors open, you get a lovely cool breeze flowing through. Secluded But Secure This former granary dates back to the 17th century A Job Well Done with the adjacent barn thought to be from an earlier The granary is totally completed with no work to do period. The owner intended to convert both buildings and it’s all been finished to a high standard. “I did it all and has created her home from the granary itself. A for myself and put a huge amount of care into it,” change in circumstances has now lead to a sale – and explains the owner. “I wanted to have the classic feel

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of an old agricultural building but with clean lines and modern comforts. So you have the warmth of the wooden flooring and exposed timbers, the beautiful farmhouse style kitchen then the bifold doors, modern rear courtyard and the contemporary bathrooms.” The beauty of it lies in its versatility – while the features shine through, the finish allows you to dress the home in whatever style you please, whether modern or traditional. There’s a bathroom for each of the two bedrooms – perfect when you have people staying – and even a little utility room so you can keep your bits and pieces out the way of the main living areas. The barn next door has huge potential as there’s so much space there. The owner was planning an ‘upside down’ house with ground floor bedrooms, first floor living and a stylish mezzanine at the top. But subject to planning, you can do whatever you like here, whether that’s multi-generational living, generating an income or creating a studio.

Relishing Country Living This is a quiet setting and there’s lots of outdoor pursuits to enjoy, including walking, cycling and riding. Many people around here have dogs and heading off to walk the dogs is a great way to meet people. The peaceful village has a friendly heart and the village hall plays host to pub nights, quizzes, sports and activity groups, so you can get as involved as you like. ‘It’s well situated just off the A143, so it’s easy to get up to Diss or down to Bury, both of which are lovely. It’s also only five minutes from the Co-Op at Botesdale one way and five minutes from the sports club, pub and butcher at Walsham-le-Willows the other, so you never have to travel too far.”

Agents Note Local Authority: District Council – Band E. Services: Mains Electricity & Water, Private Drainage, OFCH Under Floor Heating.

Directions Proceed from the, market town of Diss along the A143 in the direction of . Continue through the village of Wortham. On entering the village of Wattisfield turn left at the cross roads and continue up the hill. At the top of the hill Agents Notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in imperial with metric 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. Registered in and Wales. Company Reg No. 06777456 Registered Office: Norfolk Country Properties Ltd, 15B Ragatta Quay, Key Street, , Suffokl, IP4 1FH. Fine & Country Tel: +44 (0)1379 646020 [email protected] 3 Navire House, Mere Street, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 4AG.