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A well appointed large detached farmhouse with up to 9 bedrooms set over three floors including an attached self contained one bedroom annexe. Set in a rural location with views over open countryside and a large garden.
THIS PROPERTY IS SUBJECT TO AN AGRICULTURAL OCCUPANCY CONDITION (Please refer to this section in the details for further information).
FOR SALE BY PRIVATE TREATY Freehold with vacant possession on completion
INTRODUCTION This introduction and particulars are intended to give a fair and substantially correct overall description for the guidance of the intending purchasers and do not constitute part of an offer or contract. No responsibility is assumed for the accuracy of individual items.
SITUATION/LOCATION The property is located in the sought after village of Bradfield St George which is approximately 6 miles south east of the historic market town of Bury St Edmunds.
The village includes a Village Hall and Church. Nearby Bury St Edmunds offers a range of facilities and amenities including primary and secondary schools, West Suffolk College, a variety of shops/cafes/restaurants, cinema and theatre and the Abbey Gardens.
The Train Station provides links to Ipswich and Cambridge.
DESCRIPTION A well appointed large detached farmhouse with up to 9 bedrooms set over three floors with a large Kitchen/Dining room and an attached self contained one bedroom annexe. Set in a rural location with views over open countryside, large garden and parking for several cars.
ACCOMMODATION With double glazing throughout, the accommodation comprises:
Ground Floor
Entrance Hall
Stairs to first floor.
Lounge
7.2m x 4.3m Open fire and patio doors to rear.
Snug
3.6m x 3.2m
Patio doors to rear.
Dining Room
3.6m x 5.4m (max) off Kitchen giving an L shape.
Kitchen
6.6m x 3.3m Electric AGA, range of wall and base units including a breakfast bar.
Rear Hallway
Cloakroom
W/C and wash hand basin.
Utility Room
Games Room/Office/Bedroom
5.6m x 6.3m
Bathroom (off Games Room/Office/Bedroom) Bath, shower, W/C and wash hand basin.
First Floor
Master Bedroom
4.8m x 4.7m (max)
Dressing area and built-in wardrobe.
En-suite Bathroom Bath, shower, W/C and wash hand basin.
Bedroom 2
4.3m x 3.6m Built-in wardrobe, wash hand basin and loft storage cupboard.
Bedroom 3
4m x 3m
Built-in wardrobe.
Bedroom 4
3.5m x 3.3m
Built-in wardrobe.
Bedroom 5
3.6m x 2.5m
Family Bathroom Bath, W/C and wash hand basin.
Shower Room
Standalone shower area.
Stairs to Second Floor
Second Floor (Attic Space)
Bedroom 6
4.8m x 3.9m Restricted headroom in part, built-in wardrobe.
Bedroom 7
4.1m x 3.9m Restricted headroom in part, built-in wardrobe, eaves storage cupboard.
Annexe Converted two storey double garage comprising:
Lounge
Kitchen
Shower Room
First floor Bedroom
OUTSIDE The farmhouse is approached via a gravel driveway with turning island.
The large garden is mainly laid to lawn with established plants and shrubs.
NOTE Please note the annexe is currently let. Vacant possession on completion.
EASEMENTS, WAYLEAVES AND RIGHTS OF WAY We are not aware of any easements, wayleaves or rights of way affecting the property.
AGRICULTURAL OCCUPANCY CONDITION Planning permission was granted for the farmhouse on the 23 May 1989 subject to eleven conditions, one of which was an Agricultural Occupancy Condition. Condition eight states:
'The occupation of the dwelling shall be limited to a person solely or mainly employed, or last employed, in the locality in agriculture as defined in Section 290(1) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1971, or in forestry or a dependent of such person residing with him or her, or a widow or widower of such a person.'
SECTION 52 AGREEMENT This property is also subject to a Section 52 Agreement entered into on the 23 May 1989.
The agreement sets out various requirements prior to the construction of the farmhouse and a fifteen year bar on disposal of the property from the agreement date.
It is understood from the Vendors the terms have been satisfied.
For further information, please contact Acorus.
UPLIFT CLAUSE The property will be sold subject to an uplift clause entitling the vendors to a share of any increase in value following any future removal of the agricultural occupancy condition.
SERVICES (not tested) The property is provided with mains water and electricity.
Drainage is to a septic tank.
Central heating is provided by oil.
ENERGY PERFORMANCE
RdSAP Rating: C
https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/0390-2566-6210-2622-8085
LOCAL AUTHORITY
West Suffolk Council
www.westsuffolk.gov.uk
01284 763 233
Council Tax Band F.
LEGAL COSTS Each party will be responsible for their own legal costs.
VIEWING Strictly by appointment with the selling agent Acorus.