A fabulous three bedroom semi-detached equestrian property with 3.3 acres, situated in a scenic country lane setting.

What we say at The Zoe Napier Group

Finding an equestrian property at this price level is rare as hen’s teeth. There is extensive frontage that could lend itself to a future building plot, stp which would be the icing on the cake. The location is subline surrounded by farmland with some of the best hacking around, including private farm rides subject to the landowners permission.

What the Owners say

We have thoroughly enjoyed our home of 23 years and over that time have improved the property and purchased additional land to create the equestrian facilities where horses have been much of our life and part of the family.  We have ceased competing now and will be looking to downsize. We will happily offer an end of chain scenario and move into rented accommodation, if needed to facilitate a buyer.

History & Background

Highfield is a charming and largely extended semi-detached period cottage that boasts immense character including the magnificent Inglenook fireplace in the sitting room. As the property is not listed, the property further benefits from double-glazing and there is also a delightful garden room off the country kitchen breakfast room which overlooks far-reaching open countryside and where the best sunsets can be enjoyed from the rear decking area.

The house, believed to be Victorian, albeit the Inglenook fireplace could date the property to an earlier century, offers comfortable three-bedroom accommodation, each room benefitting from attractive views. Outside and within the extensive grounds are various outbuildings including a modular airconditioned studio/guest annexe, a double garage building and alongside is the quality stable block comprising three full size boxes.

Setting & Location

The property is situated in an idyllic country lane in a semi-rural setting with a handful of neighbours and largely surrounded by open countryside where there is immediate footpath access for long scenic country walks.  Hacking, we understand is available via Nedging Hall where there is access to 100 miles of private farm tracks, strictly subject to the owner's permission. These tracks are enjoyed by many including endurance riders. There are numerous equestrian centres nearby. These include Team Chasing at Semer, Boyton Hall which stages showjumping and dressage events and Stratford Hills for X Country hire and pony club.

Nedging Tye is a delightful rural hamlet surrounded largely by open farmland. The area is idyllic and close to the villages of Naughton and Bildeston where there are local amenities including a post office and good pubs/restaurants. The nearest main town is the delightful market town of Hadleigh, where there is a busy traditional high street with many independent and specialist shops as well as a supermarket. The entire area and surrounding villages are rich in their character and charm. The nearest primary schools are in Bidleston and Kersey and Hadleigh High for senior education. The station at Needham Market (6.9 miles) is a direct Norwich to London’s Liverpool Street Line (approximately 90 minutes).

Hadleigh 6.2 miles * Lavenham 8.2 miles* Sudbury 12.3 miles* Ipswich 12.4 miles*

Ground Floor Accommodation

The little used front door leads to a hall where the stairs rise to the first floor. Access leads straight into the spacious kitchen/breakfast room with attractive units beneath granite worktops. Features include a butler sink and a dresser as well as there being some items of freestanding furniture which can remain, by negotiation. Space and plumbing are provided for the white goods and there is space for an extendable table to seat up to 10/12 people for family gatherings. The attractive flooring is Welsh slate. There is also an understairs pantry cupboard. The room Is open plan to a garden room which is used as the main access on the side. Double glazed to three aspects and with stunning views. An inner hall leads to the utility room which is also a shower room with w.c. Rear access leads out onto the decking from which to enjoy stunning sunsets. The sitting room is of good size featuring beams to the ceiling and a magnificent red brick inglenook fireplace with an oak bressummer and wide recess housing a traditional log burner.

First Floor Accommodation

The first floor has a split-level landing with airing and storage cupboards. The main bedroom with a part vaulted ceiling is dual aspect. There are two further good-sized bedrooms including one which features the brick chimney breast from the Inglenook beneath. The stylish family bathroom serves the first floor with an additional shower room on the ground floor.

Outside

The entire plot extends to 3.3 acres consisting approximately one-third of an acre as attractive gardens with the lawn area lying on the east side and behind the house is the decked area immediately open to adjoining farmland. The property offers extensive road frontage with a gated access into the drive where there is parking for several vehicles. The outbuildings include a purpose built, quality air-conditioned studio building – ideal as a home office, room for meditation or yoga or as it is currently used as a guest suite. There is electric heating. The double garage is carpeted inside with a workbench. Alongside are the three full-sized stables with a large hay/feed store behind. A separate side access provides access to the rear grounds, where there is hardstand parking for a horsebox and muck trailer. Access then leads to the 3-acre paddock. The farmer and two neighbours have a right of access of the side access and there is an adjoining 4-acre paddock which our clients used to rent from the local farmer. We understand that this land could be rented by the incoming buyer, subject to their own arrangements with the farmer.

Agents Notes

• The sale consists of Three registered title deeds. The Dwelling SK127243 (0.12 of an acre), The side garden SK163227 (0.19 of an acre), and the 3 Acres behind SL325707. IMPORTANT Buyers looking to obtain a mortgage are strongly advised to inform the lender or financial adviser/mortgage broker from the outset that the purchase consists of 3 titles as this may affect the choice of lender.
• A rural public footpath crosses the land from east to west between the back of the stables and paddock land and then runs alongside the paddock in a northerly direction.
• The rear access track is also a right of access for the farmer and for two neighbouring properties.
• The private drainage system, while working efficiently is unlikely to comply with the latest legislation. The buyer will need to install a modern compliant drainage system after purchase which has been considered and is already reflected in the guide price.
• Wattisham Airbase lies 2 miles to the north. This is a military base and home of the Apache helicopters. While the base varies its departure and arrival routes, there will be some associated noise with these aircraft, albeit generally spasmodic.
• The mention of additional land available to rent does not form part of the sale contract and is strictly by separate arrangement between the buyer and  landowner.
• Our client has completed a property questionnaire which is available to prospective purchasers upon request to enable them to make better, more informed offers.

Services

Mains water

Mains electricity

Private Drainage (Cesspit)

Oil Fired Heating