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£700,000
4 bedroom Detached House for sale, The Street, Metfield, Suffolk, IP20
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Features and Description
- Spacious detached family home with over 2,400 sq. ft. of accommodation.
- Four double bedrooms, including a principal bedroom with en-suite.
- Three reception rooms plus a bright conservatory.
- Kitchen/breakfast room with utility and home office.
- Detached double garage and separate studio.
- Mature wrap-around gardens with ample parking.
- Stunning countryside views and a peaceful setting.
- Sought-after village location close to Harleston and Diss.
Exceptional Four-Bedroom Detached Family Home with Panoramic Countryside Views
Nestled in a tranquil village setting, this substantial and beautifully presented detached family home offers an impressive 2,406 sq ft (223.5" m" ^2) of versatile living space. Boasting uninterrupted, panoramic views over rolling Suffolk fields, the property perfectly blends expansive country living with modern comfort, making it an idyllic retreat for growing families and those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle. From the moment you arrive, the home's impressive frontage—set well back from the road with a sweeping gravel driveway and a substantial double garage—sets a tone of space and privacy that continues throughout the entire plot.
The ground floor layout has been exceptionally well-considered to balance elegant entertaining with practical, everyday family life. A welcoming central hallway leads into the expansive main sitting room, which features a cozy brick-built fireplace and double doors that flow seamlessly into a spectacular, light-filled conservatory. With its panoramic glass windows and vaulted ceiling, the conservatory serves as the ultimate vantage point to relax and admire the stunning, open fields beyond. Adjacent to the main living areas is a separate formal dining room perfect for evening dinner parties, alongside a dedicated ground-floor office that provides a quiet, productive environment for working from home.
The true hub of the home is the magnificent kitchen and breakfast room, which has been beautifully appointed with a comprehensive range of classic light-wood shaker cabinets, contrasting countertops, and a charming tiled splashback. The dining space at the far end of the room features wide bi-fold doors that look out across the garden and frame the expansive countryside views, allowing you to bring the outside in during the warmer months. Practicality is also woven into the design, with a dedicated utility room providing external access and a downstairs cloakroom/WC situated just off the main hallway.
Upstairs, the bright and airy central landing guides you to four well-proportioned double bedrooms and a stylish family bathroom. The principal bedroom suite enjoys an enviable position overlooking the rear aspect, complete with its own private en-suite shower room. The three remaining bedrooms offer comfortable, flexible accommodations for family members or guests alike. Serving these rooms is a striking four-piece family bathroom adorned with vibrant blue tiling, featuring a panelled bathtub, a separate corner glass shower enclosure, and a large Velux skylight that bathes the space in natural light.
The exterior of this property is equally special, offering beautifully maintained wrap-around gardens that maximize the idyllic rural backdrop. To the front, the large gravel driveway provides extensive off-road parking and leads to the double garage with its twin roller doors. The rear garden features a manicured lawn bordered by mature hedging, established trees, and vibrant flower beds. A paved patio area with a wooden garden shed offers a perfect spot for alfresco dining, while a detached timber outdoor studio provides fantastic versatility as a hobby room, home gym, or secondary office space.
About Metfield
The property is situated in the highly sought-after and historic village of Metfield, located on the Suffolk/Norfolk border near Harleston. Metfield is celebrated for its warm, community-minded atmosphere and picturesque, timber-framed architecture. At the heart of the village is the award-winning, community-run Metfield Stores, providing locals with everyday essentials, fresh local produce, and a friendly hub for conversation. Surrounded by quiet country lanes perfect for walking and cycling, the village offers a quintessential rural lifestyle while remaining within easy driving distance of the bustling market towns of Harleston and Bungay, as well as the stunning heritage coastline of Southwold.
IMPORTANT NOTE TO POTENTIAL PURCHASERS:
We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are travelling some distance to view. Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller.
Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Checks: In accordance with current legislation, all purchasers are required to complete AML and identity verification once an offer is accepted. Checks are carried out by our approved third-party provider, Landmark. A non-refundable fee of £30 incl VAT (per person) is payable in advance. A memorandum of sale will not be issued until satisfactory completion of these checks.
The Street, Metfield, Suffolk, IP20
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Property refHRL260107
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TenureFreehold
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Council TaxF
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Local authorityMid Suffolk District Council
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