Cratfield, Suffolk
Guide price £1,250,000 Sold
An exceptional Grade II Listed historic Suffolk longhouse with original moat, situated in a stunning setting of 14.7 acres. A rare gem in the timeless, tranquil Suffolk countryside.
The setting of Rookery Farm is extremely special, so special it has been home to only five families in the last 120 years. The house sits centrally in its grounds made up of formal gardens, wildflower meadows, orchard, mature woodland, natural ponds and original moat; a spectacular haven for wildlife, birds and flora including three varieties of orchid.
A lime tree lined sweeping driveway leads to the house with a large parking area. A traditional cartlodge with workshop and granary steps leading to an artist's studio.
A secondary drive branches off from the lane to a group of traditional Suffolk barns and the old horse pond. Implemented planning exists for conversion to an architect-designed five-bedroom, four-bathroom dwelling plus a detached annexe and cartlodge.
The property stands in a beautifully peaceful location, set back from the lane with a gated entrance. Mature tree lined boundaries provide a fantastic sense of privacy and seclusion
Rookery Farm is a wonderfully bright and spacious three storey timber-framed house with beautifully maintained accommodation. With a wealth of historically interesting original features including a rare Tudor plank and muntin screen, ancient pamment floors and original oak flooring. The house benefits from high-efficiency heating and a pressurised hot water system with very efficient energy use throughout.
The accommodation comprises: reception hall with original oak panelling leading through to the sitting room with deep Inglenook fireplace, drawing room with deep Inglenook fireplace and multi-fuel stove, library, bathroom, breakfast room with oak panelling, kitchen with a glazed link leading to the utility room.
To the first floor are three double bedrooms and bathroom with walk-in shower.
To the second floor are four attic rooms which include eaves storage, a spacious office and occasional fourth double bedroom.
OUTSIDE:
Outside is a summer house, substantial farm storage buildings and garaging. A shepherd's hut with wood burner and writing desk overlooks a wildflower meadow.
Rookery Farm has its own postcode. Sat Nav will bring visitors to the gated entrance. Broadband and cloud-based Security System.
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