5 bedroom house for sale

THE OLD COOPERAGE The Old Cooperage is a charming Grade II listed village house well positioned within the highly desirable village of Debenham. The property some of which is believed to date back to the 15th century presents colour washed elevations under a peg tiled roofline with accommodation extending to approximately 2750 sq.ft (including the annexe). The property has a magnificent exposed timber frame evident throughout most of the property. Of particular note is the wonderful sitting room with panelling and open fireplace. The ground floor accommodation also comprises hall, dining room again with open fire and views over Aspall Road, Aga kitchen/breakfast room, study/snug, shower room, rear hall and utility room. From the hall a staircase leads up to a good sized landing area where there are three bedrooms, one with a magnificent vaulted ceiling. This room also gives access via a concealed door to the annexe. On this floor there is also two bathrooms fitted to a high standard. On the second floor there is an additional bedroom which is partially vaulted. It has to be noted that in one of the bathrooms there is a magnificent frieze of a Tudor rose which is part of the listing.  

THE ANNEXE The Annexe (known as Little Cooperage) provides additional accommodation and an extra income stream should a purchaser wish. The annexe accommodation comprises entrance lobby, kitchen/dining room, first floor sitting room, bedroom and bathroom. From the bedroom a door leads back into bedroom two of the main house although this is currently sealed up and soundproofed.

An internal viewing is highly recommended by the sole selling agents to appreciate the versatile accommodation on offer at the property. 

OUTSIDE The Old Cooperage is approached via high wooden gates leading to a large gravelled parking area for several cars. Access from here is given to the garage/art studio and a door leads into the annexe. At the far end of the property is a wonderful fully enclosed garden with a mixture of mature trees and shrubs and well stocked herbaceous borders. There is also a large lawned area with terrace and two garden stores. The garden is a tremendous feature of the property and enjoys the sun most of the day. 

LOCATION The Old Cooperage is situated on Aspall Road within the highly sought after Mid Suffolk village of Debenham which has excellent amenities within walking distance. The amenities include an array of independent shops, public house, Co-op supermarket, hairdressers, cafés, community and health centre, a superb sports hall/leisure centre offering sports, arts and an entertainment programme. There is also the renowned Debenham High School (which is an Ofsted rated outstanding school and is one of the highest performing state schools in the country). There are additional schools to include Sir Robert Hitcham Primary School and the independent Framlingham College Preparatory School and Framlingham College itself. There are golf courses at Westerfield and Cretingham. Access onto the A14 is via the A140. 

SERVICES Mains electricity, water and drainage are connected to the property. Heating is via an oil fired boiler. 

LOCAL AUTHORITY Mid Suffolk District Council. 

DIRECTIONS From the A140, follow directions for Debenham and as you come into the village past the school on your right continue down Gracechurch Street into the village. At the 'T' junction turn left into the High Street which becomes Aspall Road at the bottom of the hill. The Old Cooperage will be found on your right hand side denoted by a Lacy Scott & Knight 'For Sale' board.