4 Bed Detached House For Sale

An elegant Grade II listed former methodist chapel with attractive gardens, situated within this convenient rural village

Situated within this well-regarded village, Church House is an attractive Grade II listed former methodist chapel, built of traditional construction under a tiled roofline.

The chapel with adjoining cottages were built around 1860 and in 1974 totally renovated and re-modelled to create one dwelling.

The proportions and original features are decorated with various Classical and Regency Gothic elements to include wall panelling, bespoke internal doors and a superb gallery along the west wall of the central chapel room.

The accommodation extends to almost 2,500sq-ft, comprising reception hall with marble flooring and attractive decorative panelling, coat cupboard, cloakroom and study/snug, with French doors and window to the garden, parquet flooring and attractive panelling with fire surround and brick hearth.

The principal reception room has a striking gallery and partial full-height ceiling along with two large sash windows and attractive inset stained-glass window, large fireplace with oak mantel and wood-burning stove. The kitchen/dining area is fitted with a modern shaker-style base and eye level units with quartz worktop, inset stainless-steel sink with drainer, Bosch hob, double oven and integrated fridge.

From the kitchen is a well-equipped utility room with further storage units, preparation worktop and inset sink, integrated Bosch dishwasher and plumbing for washing machine. There is a rear lobby/boot room with doors to the garden and leading up to a large, bright and spacious garden room with windows to the west and French doors out to the garden.

On the first-floor is an impressive half panelled gallery overlooking the central chapel room, with access to four bedrooms, three having fitted wardrobes. The bedrooms are served by a stylish shower room with travertine tiling, and a spacious family bathroom with ball-and-claw freestanding bath and separate shower cubicle.

Outside
The property is approached from the village lane onto a gravelled driveway with ample off-road parking, tucked behind picket fencing. There are steps to the front door with well stocked flower beds behind oak sleepers and attractive original brick flooring. A side access leads to the rear gardens, which are a notable feature, benefitting from a south-westerly aspect, which are mostly laid to lawn and stocked with an abundance of flowering plants and shrubs, along with a large timber shed.

Services
Mains water, drainage and electricity • Oil-fired heating • Mid-Suffolk Council Tax Band ‘F’ • Broadband: Ofcom suggest Superfast 56 Mb • Mobile: All providers likely

Directions
From Bury St Edmunds proceed north east towards Diss on the A143, passing through the villages of Great Barton, Ixworth and Stanton. After a short distance further, turn left signposted Hepworth. Follow the road for approximately half a mile, where Church House will be found on the left-hand side.