Cedar House is an impressive stately pile believed to be of the Georgian era, wrapped in close to an acre of beautiful established grounds located within the prime peninsular village of Holbrook. The substantial accommodation approaching 6000sqft has been expertly renovated and remodelled to an excellent predominantly second fix ready standard, which due to unforeseen circumstances now requires vision and completing. Approached by dual electrically operated gated accesses and sweeping driveways, the superior living space over three levels once fitted would comprise; entrance reception, open plan kitchen-breakfast room and snug with veranda off, two formal receptions, utility room, laundry room boot/boiler room, eight bedrooms, four bathrooms (including two en-suites) and seven WC's. Whilst being sympathetic to its beautiful period character, extensive modernising improvements thus far include; replacement roof, wiring, plumbing, insulating, predominant plastering, predominant double gl
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LOCATION Holbrook village is one of the most sought after in south Suffolk, located close to the rivers Stour and Orwell. There are good daily facilities within easy walking reach including a pub, church, Holbrook Primary and Academy schools and shop/post office, shopping and leisure amenities in Ipswich, Suffolk's county town. Nearby are several well-known sailing centres such as the Royal Harwich Yacht Club at Woolverstone and Pinmill and further water sports located at Alton Water which neighbours the village. Private schools in the area include Ipswich High School and the Royal Hospital School. The commuter can take advantage of Manningtree or Ipswich main line stations with journeys to London's Liverpool Street taking from 55 and 65 minutes respectively. There is also ready access to the A12 and A14 trunk-roads.
SUMMARY Cedar House is an impressive stately pile believed to be of the Georgian era, wrapped in close to an acre of beautiful established grounds located within the prime peninsular village of Holbrook. The substantial accommodation approaching 6000sqft has been expertly renovated and remodelled to an excellent predominantly second fix ready standard, which due to unforeseen circumstances now requires vision and completing. Approached by dual electrically operated gated accesses and sweeping driveways, the superior living space over three levels once fitted would comprise; entrance reception, open plan kitchen-breakfast room and snug with veranda off, two formal receptions, utility room, laundry room boot/boiler room, eight bedrooms, four bathrooms (including two en-suites) and seven WC's. Whilst being sympathetic to its beautiful period character, extensive modernising improvements thus far include; replacement roof, wiring, plumbing, insulating, predominant plastering, predominant double glazing and under floor heating via a modern oil-fired boiler. Viewing to fully appreciate the enormous potential this fine residence has to offer is highly recommended. Other uses and applications (subject to planning permissions) may be of consideration.
INCLUSIONS Many luxury fittings and fixtures running into the tens of thousands of pounds including; bathroom and en-suite sanitary ware accompanied by Lonsdale bath with silver leaf base, Carrara marble floor tiles, specialist wall and floor tiles and silk curtains with pelmets are purchased and will be included in the forthcoming sale (examples can be provided). Also included will be an £11,000 deposit paid to local bespoke interior firm Debenvale which is not cash redeemable but can be used as a contribution towards further works by them.
ENTRANCE RECEPTION WITH GRAND STAIRCASE RISING TO FIRST FLOOR GROUND FLOOR KITCHEN-BREAKFAST ROOM WITH SNUG OFF AND STEPS DOWN TO BASEMENT KITCHEN AREA 19' 6" x 18' 5" (5.94m x 5.61m) BREAKFAST ROOM AREA 13' 11" x 8' 11`" (4.24m x 2.72m) SNUG AREA WTH STEPS DOWN TO BASEMENT 18' 4" maximum x 15' 7" maximum (5.59m x 4.75m) BASEMENT (OFF SNUG AREA) 20' 6" maximum x 14' 6" maximum (6.25m x 4.42m) FORMAL SITTING ROOM 28' 10" maximum x 14' 5" (8.79m x 4.39m) FORMAL DINING ROOM 26' 7" x 14' 5" (8.1m x 4.39m) UTILITY ROOM 11' 8" x 10' 4" (3.56m x 3.15m) LAUNDRY ROOM 21' 11" maximum x 7' 9" (6.68m x 2.36m) BOOT/BOILER ROOM 5' 11" x 5' 4" (1.8m x 1.63m) SEPARATE WC HALLWAY STAIRS RISING TO FIRST FLOOR FIRST FLOOR LANDING WITH STAIRS RISING TO SECOND FLOOR MASTER BEDROOM 23' 3" x 16' 2" (7.09m x 4.93m) EN SUITE (OFF MASTER) DRESSING ROOM / BEDROOM EIGHT (OFF EN SUITE) 18' 5" maximumx 10' 8" maximum (5.61m x 3.25m) BEDROOM TWO 19' x 13' 3" (5.79m x 4.04m) BEDROOM THREE 16' 8" x 12' 8" (5.08m x 3.86m) EN SUITE (OFF BEDROOM THREE) BEDROOM FOUR 14' 11" x 14' 5" (4.55m x 4.39m) BEDROOM FIVE 14' 5" x 12' 2" (4.39m x 3.71m) FAMILY BATHROOM 13' 11" x 10' (4.24m x 3.05m) SEPARATE WC STAIRS RISING TO SECOND FLOOR SECOND FLOOR LANDING WITH DOORS TO ATTIC ROOMS BEDROOM SIX 21' 4" x 13' 8" (6.5m x 4.17m) BEDROOM SEVEN 19' 6" x 12' 8" (5.94m x 3.86m) EN SUITE WC (OFF BEDROOM SEVEN) BATHROOM 9' 1" x 8' 4" (2.77m x 2.54m) STORE ROOM 14' 11" x 10' 4" (4.55m x 3.15m) OUTSIDE & OUTBUILDINGS The lawned gardens surround the house and are entirely enclosed by mature hedges and interspersed by a number of specimen and mature trees. The front elevation is adorned by wisteria, vine, rose and fronted by shrubberies, flower beds and a box knot garden. To the side and rear are further lawns and terrace areas with magnolia and further enclosed by yew, holly and box hedging. Beyond a set of decorative wrought iron gates are the traditional outbuildings along with the secondary access. There is a white brick and slate coach house/double garage with side storeroom, which subject to planning permission could potentially provide additional annexed accommodation/living space. Adjacent to the coach house is a red brick former stable block with garages, several storerooms and a large 2,500 litre oil tank store, all of which have been refurbished.
BABERGH DISTRICT COUNCIL Tax band G - Approximately £2,848.78 PA (2019-2020)
SCHOOLS Holbrook Primary and Academy schools. Independent Ipswich High School and Royal Hospital School.
CONTRACT NOTES, POSSESSION & SERVICES These particulars do not form part of a contract to purchase, their contents should be confirmed by the vendors solicitor prior to any exchange of contracts. We understand that mains water and electric are supplied to the property.
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