Hintlesham, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP8

A wonderfully positioned country house in an idyllic setting, with the added benefit of a swimming pool and gym complex, with gardens and grounds approaching 9½ acres, including a lake.

Kiln Cottage is situated in the most wonderful, tranquil setting, accessed down a long, private driveway and situated on the outskirts of the village of Hintlesham.

Kiln Cottage is a wonderful balance of modern luxury and energy efficient living. The beautifully appointed accommodation is arranged over three floors, extending to approximately 5,338 sq ft. Internally, the property is finished to an exceptional standard and includes underfloor heating throughout the ground floor. oak doors, tiled flooring and modern styled bathroom suites.

The accommodation comprises a wonderful entrance hall with central staircase. From the impressive hallway access is given to all the ground floor rooms and of particular note is the AGA kitchen/breakfast room, which leads out into an entrance porch/garden room and utility room. The ground floor accommodation also comprises a drawing room which benefits from a wood burning stove and is triple aspect, with two sets of French doors leading out to the gardens and grounds. There is also a media/sitting room, dining room and further WC.

From the hall the staircase leads up to a large landing which gives access to the four bedroom suites, a family bathroom and a further bedroom. From this landing a further staircase leads up to the second floor where there are three further bedrooms and a shower room.

The property has the added benefit of an annexe, with bedroom and en-suite, over the garage.

An internal viewing is highly recommended by the sole selling agents to appreciate the wonderful, flexible accommodation on offer.

OUTSIDE

Kiln Cottage is approached over a long driveway from the road through a pair of remotely operated gates. The driveway continues round to the front of the house creating an impressive first impression. In front of the property there is a large circular island with parking for several cars. There is also an electric charging point. Exceptionally well-maintained gardens surround the property and there are a variety of well-established trees and hedges providing a high degree of privacy and seclusion. There is also a kitchen garden featuring raised beds. Of particular note is the trout lake, which has undergone a complete redesign and expert landscaping and now offers a fabulous backdrop to the house and surrounding countryside. Steps lead down from the house to a lake terrace, the perfect space for barbecues and alfresco dining by the water.

LOCATION

The cottage is located in a secluded setting on the edge of the popular village of Hintlesham, which is some five miles west of the county town of Ipswich. The village is renowned for the Hintlesham Hall Hotel and golf course, together with a pub and church. More extensive facilities can be found in the nearby town of Hadleigh, although a wider variety of shopping, education and recreation services can be found in both Ipswich and Colchester.

Manningtree and Colchester stations lie respectively 10 and 15 miles away and both offer regular main line rail services to London’s Liverpool Street, taking 55 and 50 minutes respectively. The east coast estuaries are easily accessed and provide a wide range of water sport opportunities, and the A12, which lies some 13 miles to the south, links to Stansted Airport and London’s M25.

DISTANCES

Hadleigh – 4.5 miles
Ipswich - 9 miles
Manningtree station – 10 miles (London Liverpool Street station 55 mins)
Colchester station – 15 miles (London Liverpool Street station 50 mins)

AGENTS NOTE

A public footpath comes down the drive and exits a short way along the western boundary. There is also an agricultural right of way (has not been used for 10 years).

DIRECTIONS (IP8 3NJ)

From Ipswich take the A1071 towards Hadleigh. After passing a turn on your right-hand side to Burstall continue further until seeing an entrance on your right (signed by a footpath sign). Follow this concrete drive all the way down to the electric entrance gates of Kiln Cottage.

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PROPERTY INFORMATION

Services: Mains electricity is connected. Private drainage.

Eco Credentials: 49.9kw of ground mounted solar panels average (5 years) income of £11,000. Adding to this is a set of electrical storage batteries holding 23.5kw which are charged as a priority. The whole electrical system including the pool heating system is operated by smart switches, turning on when there is free energy to be used. It also has a bore hole which draws what it needs during the year.

In addition to these the house has a Klargester under an annual maintenance contract. The property is covered by five security cameras as well as a number plate recognition system operational through a mobile app.

Mobile: Ofcom reports a good service from all four main providers.

Broadband: Ofcom reports superfast broadband is available.

EPC: D (expires 2027)

Council Tax: Band G. Babergh District Council.

Tenure: Freehold with vacant possession at completion.

Fixtures and Fittings: Items regarded as fixtures and fittings, including carpets and curtains, are initially excluded from the sale, although certain items may be available by separate negotiation.

Viewings: By appointment with Jackson-Stops.