Great Barton, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk

An exceptional Grade II Listed equestrian complex comprising a stunning moated farm house, Suffolk barn, manege, stabling, paddocks, tennis court and swimming pool with an excellent pool house. The property benefits from excellent views of the surrounding Suffolk countryside, occupying grounds of approximately 5.3 acres while being situated approximately 5 miles from Bury St. Edmunds.

NO ONWARD CHAIN


THE FARM HOUSE Thought to date back as early as the 16th Century, the farm house retains many period features while showing evidence of the later alterations which have been significantly enhanced during the current owners 20-year tenure. In brief, the accommodation schedule is as follows:-

ENTRANCE HALL: With red clay tiles and arched entrance into:-

Inner Hall: With solid wood flooring, stairs rising to first floor and access to the principal reception rooms. Door to:-

DRAWING ROOM: A beautiful double aspect room with views of the moat to one side and equestrian facilities to the other. The focal point for the room is provided by the inset red brick fireplace with log burning stove and bressummer over. Evidence of the building's timber frame is evident and is complemented by useful storage cupboards. Door to leading to:-

DINING ROOM: A particularly characterful dual aspect room with a wealth of exposed ceiling timbers and open studwork. Open fireplace with inset log burning stove. Dual aspect windows overlook formal gardens to either side and the room provides access to the:-

SITTING ROOM: A light dual aspect room located toward the front of the property with inset gas fireplace with ornate surround.

SNUG/OFFICE: A versatile room capable of fulfilling a number of uses with French style double doors opening onto the terrace abutting the rear of the property and a window overlooking the moat and tennis court.

GARDEN ROOM: A striking oak framed addition which complements the existing accommodation schedule. Providing panoramic views of the walled garden and countryside beyond. 2 sets of French style double doors opening onto the Alfresco dining terrace at the rear.

KITCHEN/BREAKFAST/LIVING ROOM: Beautifully designed to retain as many period features as possible with exposed ceiling timbers and a bespoke fitted kitchen finished in a farm house style with freestanding range cooker, granite worksurfaces with ample inset storage facilities, finished with tiled flooring. Integrated appliances include a dual Villeroy and Boch sink with mixer tap and drainer inset, microwave and an American style fridge/freezer with ice dispenser. Fitted dishwasher. Stairs lead down to the cellar and with separate access to the:-

UTILITY ROOM: Providing further spaces for white goods to include a washer and dryer. Airing cupboard.

CLOAKROOM 1: Located adjacent to the entrance hall with white suite comprising WC and hand wash basin.

CLOAKROOM 2: With white suite comprising WC and hand wash basin.

CELLAR: With access from the kitchen. A versatile space, ideal for additional storage/wine, etc.

First Floor

LANDING: Views over the rear garden and access to loft space.

PRINCIPAL BEDROOM: A delightful semi-vaulted double room with dual aspect windows to front and rear. Integrated storage and door to:-

EN SUITE: With white suite comprising WC, hand wash basin, panel bath and heated towel rail.

BEDROOM 2: A substantial double bedroom with dual aspect windows to front and side. Integrated storage and door to:-

ENSUITE: With a white suite comprising WC, hand wash basin and panelled bath with shower attachment over. Heated towel rail.

BEDROOM 3: Double bedroom with dual aspect windows to either side. Stunning exposed timber framework with latch door leading to:-

ENSUITE: With beautiful exposed flooring and timber frame. Freestanding claw footed slipper bath, shower with glass sliding doors, heritage style basin with mixer tap over, WC, heated towel rail and dual aspect windows to either side.

SECOND LANDING/DRESSING ROOM: Accessible from the secondary staircase leading from the dining room with an integrated storage cupboard and space for further freestanding storage with dual aspect windows to either side.

Second Floor

LANDING:

BEDROOM 4: A stunning semi-vaulted double bedroom with exposed studwork, window to side aspect and latch door (thought to be one of the original external doors to the property) leads to:-

ENSUITE: With white suite comprising WC, heritage style hand basin, freestanding claw footed slipper bath, shower with glass door and window to side aspect with exposed flooring. Airing cupboard housing with hot water cylinder.

BEDROOM 5: Double bedroom with beautiful views over the gardens and tennis court with countryside beyond. Door to:-

ENSUITE: With white suite comprising WC, heritage style hand wash basin, corner shower with glass door. Heated towel rail.

OUTBUILDINGS

POOL HOUSE: Open plan in layout with fitted kitchen, shower/changing facilities, SAUNA, boiler room and GAMES ROOM. With easy access to the heated and covered SWIMMING POOL.

SUFFOLK PARTY BARN: A striking timber framed (formerly agricultural) barn fitted with a bar and open plan party/entertaining area, well suited for large scale family events and entertaining. The barn also has large doors capable of providing vehicular access if so desired - and could therefore suitably house car collections, etc.

STABLING: The stables are located adjacent to the barn sharing a central courtyard with a 5-bar gate leading to the MANEGE beyond. The manege is of a solid base topped with silica sand and rubber enclosed with post and rail fencing. Measuring 60m x 20m. Post and rail PADDOCKS abut the manege to the north and west side.

THE GARDENS Expansive in nature and largely laid to lawn, the formal gardens have been meticulously landscaped and are home to a variety of mature and specimen trees as well as a number of beautifully planted raised beds with vegetable gardens, rose gardens and a rarely seen DOVECOTE standing proud to the rear of the property.

A fenced TENNIS COURT completes the leisure complex to the north-west of the moat.

A sweeping pea-shingle driveway provides vehicular access to the central complex. There is a double bay open CART LODGE providing OFF-ROAD PARKING as well as a third bay with barn style doors providing storage for vehicles/gardening equipment.

In all about 5.3 acres

AGENTS NOTE The property is Grade II Listed.

SERVICES: Main water and electricity are connected. Private drainage (Klargester). LPG heating. NOTE: None of these services have been tested by the agent. Full fibre to the property.

LOCAL AUTHORITY: West Suffolk Council: 01284 763233. Council Tax Band: G - £3,627.97 - 2025/26.

EPC RATING: Not required due to Grade II Listed status.

BROADBAND SPEED: Up to 1800 Mbps (source Ofcom).

MOBILE COVERAGE: EE, 02, Three and Vodafone - good outdoor and in-home (source Ofcom).

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