Model Farm, Combs, Stowmarket
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
Key Features
- Barn Conversion
- Field Views
- Three Bedrooms
- New Oil Boiler & Tank
- Modern Kitchen
- Ample Storage
- Off Road Parking
- Private Development
- Walking Routes Nearby
- Close to Combs Amenities
Description
Positioned within the picturesque village of Combs, this charming three-bedroom Grade II listed barn conversion forms part of the attractive Model Farm development, combining period character with practical living and a peaceful Suffolk setting.
At the heart of the home is the spacious lounge/dining room, providing ample room for both comfortable seating and family dining. Full of warmth and character, this versatile reception space creates an inviting setting for everyday life and entertaining. The kitchen offers useful storage and worktop space, with integrated dishwasher, and space for washing machine and fridge/freezer. There is also a useful pantry cupboard with plumbing for a ground floor W.C.
To the first floor are two well-proportioned bedrooms, offering flexibility for family life, guests or home working. A family bathroom serves the bedrooms, along with a separate shower room. To the second floor is a further double bedroom.
Outside, the property benefits from gardens to both the front and rear. The rear garden provides an attractive outdoor space with plenty of potential for alfresco dining, relaxing or gardening, whilst off-road parking for two vehicles adds valuable everyday practicality.
Further benefits include an upgraded oil-fired central heating, whilst the Grade II listed status reflects the heritage and character that make homes of this nature increasingly sought after.
Model Farm enjoys a peaceful position within Combs, a highly regarded Suffolk village surrounded by beautiful countryside and scenic walking routes. Nearby Stowmarket provides an excellent range of shops, cafés, supermarkets, schooling and leisure facilities, together with a mainline railway station offering direct services to London Liverpool Street. Needham Market is also within easy reach, whilst the nearby A14 provides excellent road connections. A wonderful opportunity to enjoy characterful village living whilst remaining conveniently connected to nearby amenities.
Front Garden - Gated front garden with a mature flower bed border. Newly upgraded oil tank and oil boiler. Partially laid with artificial lawn, path and patio area leading to the front door.
Hallway - Panel glazed entrance door to front. Stairs leading to first floor. Built in cupboard housing meters. Radiator.
Kitchen - 3.31 x 2.90 (10'10" x 9'6") - Double glazed window to front. Composite sink with drainer and mixer tap over. Range of wall and floor mounted cupboards and drawers. Electric oven with induction hob. Space for fridge/freezer and plumbing for washing machine. Vinyl oak effect flooring. Spotlights. Pantry cupboard with plumbing for a WC.
Living/ Dining Room - 4.99 x 4.43 (16'4" x 14'6") - Double glazed window and door to rear. Oak effect flooring. Radiator.
First Floor Landing - Built in cupboard. Stairs leading to second floor. Doors leading to:
Bedroom One - 3.75 x 2.37 (12'3" x 7'9") - Two double glazed windows to rear. Built in triple wardrobe. Radiator.
Bedroom Two - 3.47 x 1.96 (11'4" x 6'5") - Double glazed window to front. Loft access. Built in cupboard. Radiator.
Bathroom - Panel bath. Part tiled walls. Pedestal wash basin. Low level WC. Spotlights. Oak effect flooring. Radiator.
Shower Room - Sky light. Shower cubicle. Electric heated towel rail.
Stairs To Second Floor: -
Bedroom Three - 4.42 x 3.76 (14'6" x 12'4") - Two Sky lights to front and rear. Storage heater. *Please note this bedroom has reduced head height.
Rear Garden - The private rear garden is fully enclosed and has been landscaped to be a low maintenance area perfect for relaxing and al fresco dining. The garden has a spacious paved patio area, shingle and a barked area currently occupying children's playing equipment.
There is a large outbuilding which benefits from power and light and could be converted into a home office or studio.
Parking - Gravel area with off road parking for 2 vehicles.
Agents Note - The current vendors have made us aware there is a service charge of £282.50 every 6 months covering the upkeep of the communal areas on Model Farm.
Map Location
Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- C
- Date Posted
- 2026-08-22
Energy Performance Certificate
Energy Efficiency Rating
Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)
Running costs are one side. Planning activity, flood history and ground risks for this location are in the full report.
Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
- Electricity
- Mains
- Water
- Mains
- Heating
- Oil Heating
- Broadband
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- Sewerage
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Rights & Restrictions
- Public Rights of Way
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- Private Rights of Way
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- Listed Property
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- Restrictions
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
- Accessibility
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- Parking
- Off-Street Parking
- Garden
- Garden
Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.
Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
1.8 Gbps
Gigabit full fibre
Suitable for
- 4K streaming on every screen
- Full-time home working
- Online gaming & big downloads
Mobile signal
Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.
Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.
Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- Trinity Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School0.9 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 177
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Combs Ford Primary School1 mileOfsted: Requires improvement *
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 299
- Type
- Academy converter
- Abbot's Hall Community Primary School1.1 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 366
- Type
- Academy converter
- Chilton Community Primary School1.5 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 133
- Type
- Academy converter
- Wood Ley Community Primary School1.7 milesOfsted report card · Feb 2026
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 307
- Type
- Community school
Secondary
- Stowmarket High School1.5 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 901
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Stowupland High School2.6 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 846
- Type
- Academy converter
- Claydon High School7.1 milesOfsted report card · Dec 2025
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 765
- Type
- Academy converter
- Debenham High School8.8 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 714
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- Ormiston Endeavour Academy8.8 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 793
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.
Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.
Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.
Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
Green space
Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.
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Getting Around
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Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
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Flood Risk
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- Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
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- Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
- Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
- Ground risks (included in the full report)
- Sold prices nearby (included in the full report)
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