MOAT FARMWILLINGHAM ST. MARY

MOAT FARM

“This wonderful Victorian farmhouse boasts a charming character feel. As a holiday home this place is unrivalled – with so much to do in this part of the world, the location will certainly appeal. The grounds are home to abundant wildlife and include equestrian facilities too. It’s all set in such tranquil surroundings, the open fields and big skies your view.”

• Impressive Victorian Farmhouse

• Located in an Unspoilt Area of the Countryside Between Southwold and Beccles

• Beautifully Presented and Sits in Approx 3.2 acres of Gardens and Paddocks

• Exception Range of Outbuildings

• One Double Garage, Two Single Garages and an Additional Five Bay Cartlodge

• Impressive Stables and Equestrian Facilities

• Stunning Views Over the Surround Countryside

• Main House Extends to 3,266 sq. ft. and Total Gross Internal Area Including Outbuildings Extends to 9,022 sq. ft.

• EPC Rating E

Unwind and relax in total tranquility at this glorious period farmhouse. Set in over three acres of grounds including super equestrian facilities, the house has been much improved in recent years and would be a wonderful family home or weekend residence, with the Norfolk Broads and Suffolk coastline each just a few miles away.

Family Friendly And FunWhether you’re a lover of the countryside, a keen equestrian, on the lookout for a holiday home with a plethora of activities in the vicinity, or you’re simply searching for your forever family home, this property has all you need and more besides. It’s just three miles from the beautiful town of Beccles, with its independent shops and restaurants and a community lido where you can splash around in the sunshine, as well as a train station for onward travel. Beccles is known as the gateway to the southern Broads and from here you can head north and explore the area via the network of waterways. The Suffolk coast is also close by – the traditional seaside resort of Southwold is 20 minutes away by car and 40 minutes by bike. This stretch of coastline also offers quiet nature reserves such as Minsmere, with places where you can wander the dunes and barely see another soul, as well as glorious golden sandy beaches located nearby.

Under Wide Open SkiesThe owners are retired farmers and keen equestrians, so the land was a big part of the initial appeal. During their time here they have developed the amenities, and the grounds now include stables, a manege, a horse walker and paddocks. The riding around here is excellent, with 12 miles of off-road trails across the neighbouring estate accessed for a modest annual fee. It’s incredibly peaceful and quiet and feels so secure. The owners call it their

little oasis. You turn into the drive and you’re surrounded by open countryside – there’s so much wildlife that although the owners are former farmers, they have seen birds here they’ve never been able to see before. The big skies for which this area is so famous are totally unspoilt by light pollution, so the night skies are stunning, as are the sunrises and sunsets. It’s hard to believe you’re so close to Beccles, to the A12 and to the A143, so it’s easy to get about.

Beautiful Home With OutbuildingsThe property comes with a useful selection of outbuildings that offer huge potential, including a large, Grade II listed barn. The council have indicated that they would be favourable to development here, so you could consider a wonderful home within the barn, a group of holiday properties, a business premises, annexe, party barn – the possibilities are endless. The house itself dates back to 1872 and was built for a member of a well-known local landowning family. When the owners came here the property had been recently renovated but was unfinished. This has allowed them to put their own stamp on the accommodation and the result is a home that offers classic country style with colourful charm throughout light-filled rooms. The kitchen is a delightful spot where you can easily picture yourself sharing long, leisurely weekend brunches with friends and family, the French doors wide open in summer, or cosying up in front of the Aga in winter. Stairs lead up from this room to a bedroom that’s separate to the others and benefits from an en-suite, making the perfect guest room or private space for older children. Altogether, this is a versatile and generous property that could easily accommodate two or three generations of the same family, or could be divided into two dwellings.step inside

“It feels very remote but it’s only three miles from the pretty town of Beccles which has everything you need, including a train station.”

“The house sits in generous grounds and is surrounded by beautiful open farmland. It’s totally private but feels incredibly open.”

vendor insight

“It’s well set up for anyone with horses as it has excellent equestrian facilities”

“There’s no work to do so you can move straight in and start enjoying all this home has to offer.”

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Additional Information

The floor plans are for illustration purposes only. All measurements: walls, doors, window fittings and appliances and their sizes and locations are shown conventionally and are approximate only and cannot be regarded as being a representation either by the seller or his agent. © Unauthorised reproduction prohibited.

These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate, are set out as a general outline only for guidance and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements of representation of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. No person in the employment of Fine and Country or Norfolk County Properties has the authority to make or give any representation or warranty in respect of the property.

We would also point out that we have not tested any of the appliances and purchasers should make their own enquiries to the relevant authorities regarding the connection of any services.

LOCAL AUTHORITY

AGENT’S NOTES

Waveney District Council

Mains Electricity and Water. Oil Fired Central Heating. Septic Tank.

MOAT FARM “It would be an amazing holiday home for a family – everyone could gather here at weekends to make memories together.”

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On the doorstep How far is it to...? DirectionsWillingham St. Mary is a small rural village situated between Southwold and Beccles. Nearby Southwold is a charming north Suffolk unspoilt seaside town on the Suffolk heritage coast with its working lighthouse, beach huts, pier, busy harbour, cliff top canon and of course the beach. Southwold is a quintessentially English resort town. Beccles is a busy market town with many shops, restaurants, schools, pubs and supermarkets. A market selling fresh produce is held every Friday in the town. There is a bus station with a daily service to London (Victoria) and a local daily service to Loddon and regular services to Lowestoft, Norwich and many of the smaller villages around. The Beccles train station offers a direct line to London’s Liverpool Street.

Norwich lies approximately 18 miles north west of Beccles and offers a wide range of leisure and cultural facilities as well as a main line rail link to London Liverpool Street and an international airport. Great Yarmouth and Lowestoft are easily accessible. The attractive market town of Diss is about 13 miles south west, with its large variety of shops, auction house and museum. It too boasts a main line rail link to London Liverpool Street.

From Beccles head south on George Westwood Way and at the roundabout continue straight onto Gosford Road and then turn left onto Grove Road. In approx. 0.2 miles turn left onto Ingate and then in approx. 0.8 miles turn right onto Ellough Road. Continue onto Benacre Road and turn right onto Church road. Stay on this road for approx. 2 miles and the turn right. The property will be shortly found on right.