Located amidst some of suffolk's finest countryside of gently undulating landscape formed from mainly arable land with lightly wooded banks of the River Brett- a branch of the Stour.The property is 1.4 miles from the Historic mediaeval wool town of Lavenham. Sudbury 7 miles, Hadleigh 6 miles.
Grove House is a contemporary timber framed detached residence with rendered elevations beneath a reed thatch roof having recently replaced straw ridge. The design is influenced by the 'Arts and Cratfs' movement of the late 19th early 20th centuries. The property is understood to have been commisioned by Lady Guthrie. Originally understood to be the purpose built lodge of Brent Eleigh Hall which stands on the horizon within view to the North -east, in winter months. During the occupation of the Hall, probably by the Royal Air Force stationed at Lavenham Airfield in the second world war, both Lady Guthrie accompanied by her servant occupied Grove house.
The property has been upgraded over recent years and now forms a most comfortable home with the most stunning views across is grounds- gently sloping down to the River brett, now not much more than a stream. Modern day pre-requisites include; the hand finished oak fitted kitchen carefully designed around the Aga., the installation of a wet room to the master bedroom, replaced bathroom suite serving guest bedroom, and sympathetic re-decoration. A replaced oil fired condensing boiler serves radiators throughout the property with a gas stove serving as a focal point in the conservatory- which is used all year round. The windows are oak framed with leaded lights within. Internal doors have in the main been replaced with hand-made light oak replacements.
Outside, the driveway affords ample parking with turning circle, there is a detached double garage and further garaging to the east side of the drive.
The accommodation in detail comprises;
RECEPTION HALL: South. Principal reception rooms and single flight of stairs lead off.
RECEPTION ROOM: 11'10" x 11'9" (3.61m x 3.58m). South. Radiator.
CLOAKROOM: North. WC, hand basin, radiator.
KITCHEN: East and south. 12'11" x 12'7" (3.94m x 3.84m) Minimum. Subtracting from these dimensions is a recently re-fitted (2004) stunning Oak kitchen comprising base cupboards and drawers, skirting heater, granite work surface with butler twin sink, mixer tap having Oak surround and drainer, wainscot, two matching wall cupboards, further preparatory stainless steel circular sink. Full height built-in pantry unit, integrated combination oven/grill/microwave. The focal point of the kitchen is the cream oil fired two oven Aga with private gas supplied burner to one side and hood over. The floor is finished in slate and light is provided by dichroic down lighting. Opening to:
BREAKFAST AREA: 10'11" x 9'4" (3.33m x 2.84m). North and south. Secondary staircase to guest bedrooms, useful understairs cupboards, radiator. Slate floor continuing through internal French windows to:
CONSERVATORY: 19'0" x 18'9" (5.79m x 5.72m). North, east and west. A room to be used everyday with the most stunning views across the lawned gardens towards woodland and rising ground in the distance. Of brick plinth construction with UPVC double glazed elevations beneath a half hipped glazed roof. Gas log burner, glass cover to the natural well. The flooring is finished in slate and there are French windows opening to the west patio.
REAR LOBBY: Beyond the kitchen. 12'4" x 3'10" (3.76m x 1.17m). North and east. With Oak stable door to the east parking area, radiator. Tiled floor.
UTILITY: 8'2" x 6'11" (2.49m x 2.11m). West. Space and plumbing for washing machine, dryer etc., work surface with butler sink, space for upright fridge freezer and chest freezer. Within a recess stands the replacement November 2007 'Worcester' condensing oil fired boiler.
ADJACENT WC: East. Tiled floor, WC and hand basin.
SITTING ROOM: 13'11" x 11'4" (4.24m x 3.45m). East and south. Angle chimney-piece with open fire and brick hearth with red brick surround, feature studdwork and bridging beam, radiator.
DRAWING ROOM: L-Shaped 17'0" x 11'6" (5.18m x 3.51m). North and west. Doors to patio. Red brick surround and hearth, upon which stands the enamelled stove.
DINING/FURTHER SITTING AREA: 11'7" x 9'7" (3.53m x 2.92m). North. Excluding recess, rear door to patio and useful full height cupboard with consumer units etc. Exposed ceiling joists and bridging beam.
Staircase with 'Arts and Crafts' style balustrade and handrail leads to:
LANDING: Radiator, loft access.
BEDROOM 1: 17'0" x 11'6" (5.18m x 3.51m). West. Splendid views, radiator.
EN-SUITE WET ROOM: Comprising shower and hand basin, fitted in 2007.
BEDROOM 2: 15'5" x 9'2" (4.7m x 2.79m). South. Full wall width fitted wardrobes, radiator.
BATHROOM: North. Re-fitted in 2008 comprising white suite of bath/shower with centre mixer tap, hanging hand basin, WC, heated towel rail, tiled walls and floor. Shaver socket, built-in airing cupboard. Interconnecting door to the guest bedroom which is also accessed from the:
SECONDARY STAIRCASE:
LANDING. Radiator, large eaves cupboard and loft access.
BEDROOM 3: 15'6" x 11'10" (4.72m x 3.61m). South. Radiator.
BATHROOM: North. Comprising bath, pedestal hand basin, bidet, WC, shaver socket, tiled walls, built in cupboard.
BEDROOM 4: 13'5" (4.09m) excluding eaves x 11'6" (3.51m) East. Subtracting from these dimensions is the built in airing cupboard, radiator, views over the driveway and paddock area.
OUTSIDE
The pavioured driveway leads to the detached gable roof DOUBLE GARAGE 19'0" x 19'0" (5.79m x 5.79m) with twin cantilever action doors, power and light. The driveway in turn leads to the front entrance door and around the central border, thus forming a turning circle.
The property stands in approximately eleven acres and is divided into three main areas; on the east side there is an approximated five acre paddock style grassed field, with post and rail fencing and three gable roofed timber framed single garages and parking area to the fore. Directly behind the property there is an expanse of lawn with parterre. On the far western side there is a wilderness of lightly wooded lowland which leads down to the tree lined river frontage known locally as the Lavenham Brook originating from the River Brett- a branch of the Stour providing a great deal of habitat for wildlife, The views from the property to the north are simply stunning with the land rising again beyond the river overlooking in winter months Monks Eleigh Hall upon the ridge in the distance.
In all approximately 11 acres.
Should you have any further questions before arranging an appointment to view, please contact Clive Robinson directly.
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