Walpole Road, Halesworth, Suffolk, IP19

An impressive Victorian town house with beautifully established gardens and coach house

Description

Approached through a gravelled drive, Hill House is an impressive family home with beautiful features set in delightful gardens.

The grand entrance hall offers a wealth of features, a vaulted ceiling and door down to the wine cellar. The dining room has a large bay window, allowing natural light to enter the room as well as a feature fireplace. With the drawing room adjacent, perfect for relaxing and entertaining, this room also has a fireplace and French doors opening on to the gardens. Across is the delightful sitting/music room.

Of particular note is the garden room, with tiled flooring and nearly entirely made of glass, with wonderful views over the south-east facing gardens.

The kitchen/breakfast room features a breakfast bar and an arched entrance which leads to a separate area ideal as a snug or informal dining room which also has an access to the secondary staircase of the house. There is also a utility room and a large shower/cloakroom just off the main entrance hall.

The second floor is accessed via a grand staircase onto a large landing. The principal bedroom benefits from a beautiful bay window, built-in wardrobes, as well as an en suite and stunning garden views. On this floor there are five further bedrooms, and two further bathrooms.

On the second floor there are two attic bedrooms and access to the large loft area.

OUTSIDE

Tucked away at the end of a gravelled drive, with ample parking, the property is surrounded by a variety of established shrubs and mature trees offering seclusion and privacy. There is a useful former cart lodge/stable yard now used for storage, garaging and workshops.

To the rear of the property, the gardens are largely lawned and offer numerous pockets of mature trees and flowerbeds to enjoy. Complemented by a pergola, a croquet lawn and a gazebo, the gardens offer a spectacular environment to enjoy. A paved terrace is also found at the rear of the property makes the perfect setting for al fresco dining. There is also an orchard area and vegetable garden.

In all about 1.7 acres

Location

The property is situated to the south part of the market town of Halesworth, within a short walking distance of the market centre complete with independent shops, public houses, restaurants, a doctor’s surgery, and a supermarket. It has a thriving centre of arts for the community called 'The Cut' which is used as theatre, cinema, exhibitions, and workshops.

Southwold, which lies approximately 9.4 miles to the east, is a popular coastal resort, known as the home of Adnams Ales and the Sole Bay Brewery. Recreational facilities include sailing and fishing along the coast and river estuaries, golf courses at both Halesworth and Southwold and there are many fine walks and bird watching opportunities at the internationally renowned Minsmere Reserve.

Halesworth offers train services into London as well as convenient access to the A12 which links to the main road networks. The area has a range of state and independent schools.

Square Footage: 4,942 sq ft


Acreage: 1.7 Acres

Directions

From the A12 take the exit at Darsham to join the A144 and follow the road for approximately 4 miles. At the T junction turn right onto the Walpole Road and the property can be found on your left.

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Halesworth Railway Station 1 mile (London Liverpool Street 2 hours and 15 minutes), Southwold 9.4 miles, Bungay 9 miles, Norwich 24.6 miles, Ipswich 31.3 miles

Additional Info

Services: Gas central heating. Mains drainage, water and electricity.