Description
An outstanding newly restored and extended home with fabulous separate annexe enjoying an incredible setting with breath-taking views. All in just under one acre. Understood to have origins dating back to the 16th century and newly restored and extended to a particularly high standard, this wonderful grade II listed home displays a wealth of period features combined with the latest modern conveniences, resulting in a unique home of considerable personality enjoying an amazing setting.The beautifully presented accommodation displays a wealth of features throughout and currently in brief comprises of a huge "live in" kitchen/dining/family room with vaulted ceiling and creating an amazing space for entertaining comprising an excellent range of units providing plenty of drawer and cupboard space beneath wooden preparation surfaces. There are quality integrated appliances and an island with Halogen hob. The sitting room is a reception of great personality with a fine brick floor and Inglenook fireplace with wood burner and the study is a versatile reception with a fitted range of bespoke units and windows to front and side. An inner hall area with a brick floor also includes a useful utility space with plenty of fitted cupboards. The principal bedroom is a splendid light and airy room with a fine vaulted ceiling and the ground floor accommodation is completed by a stylish bathroom with free standing bath and separate shower room. Two staircases lead to the first floor accommodation which comprises of two landings and two spacious bedrooms, completing the accommodation.

Separate annexe accommodation
The separate annexe accommodation is situated above the cartlodge garaging and again is beautifully presented with an excellent attention to detail and comprises of a well equipped kitchen, shower room and stairs up to a spacious sitting room and separate double bedroom. Outside there is plenty of parking and private garden.

Outside
Two entrances from the road lead to a shingle driveway providing plenty of vehicle parking and turning space for several vehicles and access to the cartlodge style garaging and annexe accommodation above. The grounds are a fabulous feature extending to around 1 acre (s.t.s) and affording absolutely breath-taking views across the surrounding undulating countryside. The gardens are mostly laid to lawn with numerous timber and weather boarded outbuildings including a large workshop and greenhouse. A large stone terrace is a stunning area to entertain with its bespoke Gazebo seating area and outdoor kitchen with pizza oven. All in just under 1 acre (s.t.s).

Location
The property enjoys an amazing setting with incredible views across Hartest Valley. Hartest is one of West Suffolk's most favoured and popular villages with its famous green, a conservation area and characterised by its variety of period and individual buildings. The village's amenities, one of the reasons why Hartest is such a popular area to live, include a primary school, public house, village hall and village church. The Cathedral town of Bury St Edmunds, with its fine array of facilities, schooling and a commuter link to London Liverpool Street, is about 9 miles to the north with the market town of Sudbury and historic villages of Long Melford and Lavenham a short distance to the south.

Directions
When entering Hartest from the direction of Bury St Edmunds along the B1066, turn left at the village centre, passing The Crown pub on the right and continue onto Shimpling Road. Follow the road up the hill where the entrance to the cottage will be found on the right hand side.

Services
Mains electricity, water and drainage. Oil fired radiator central heating. Council tax band D.

Viewing
Please contact us on 01284 700018 if you wish to arrange a viewing appointment for this property, or require further information.

Energy Performance Certificate
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