Church HillMonks Eleigh, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP7 7JQ

Monks Eleigh Hall is a fine example of a period house listed as a Grade II property being of architectural or historical importance. The property is constructed of a timber frame, Suffolk White brickwork and plastered under a slate roof. The house retains a wealth or original features including; exposed timbers, sash windows, open fireplaces and a fantastic hexagonal chimney and date panel with the date 1658 on the north side. The property also benefits from light and airy, well-proportioned rooms with exceptionally good ceiling heights.

The ground floor accommodation comprises; a spacious entrance hall, with cellar beneath, which gives access through to the four reception rooms. The drawing room and snug enjoy a triple aspect with a wood burning stove with a marble and stone surround. There are also alcoves on each side with cupboards beneath. The sitting room also has a wood burning stove and views over the gardens . The dining room has a feature brick inglenook housing a wood burning stove and French doors that lead out on to the terrace, perfect for al fresco dining. The AGA kitchen/breakfast room has a large island with marble worktop and bar style seating with storage beneath. Off the kitchen lies the large larder, spacious boot room with a secondary staircase and utility room.

The first floor is reached via a wide staircase. The principal bedroom has full height fitted cupboards along one side and a dual aspect with views across the garden. It also affords a dressing room, which could also be used as another smaller bedroom/study, with fitted wardrobes and an en suite shower room. There are a further three double bedrooms, one with a walk in wardrobe, a family bathroom and cloakroom. The second floor enjoys very good head height and provides a further two large double bedrooms, one currently being used as a sitting room, and a walk in wardrobe.

Outside
The property is approached via a long, secluded driveway with ample parking all set within the backdrop of the church. The well established south facing gardens that surround the property provide a high degree of privacy and seclusion. They are mainly laid to lawn with well stocked beds and a wide terrace at the rear of the house along with a decked area, nestled in the opposite corner. Further land lies along the eastern boundary, which is a wildlife haven with mown pathways through. The extensive outbuildings are currently used as storage and garaging for four cars however they provide a fantastic opportunity for an incoming purchaser to convert into additional accommodation, subject to the necessary consents being obtained.

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