5 bed detached house for sale

Mill Street, Gislingham IP23

A magnificent period home displaying a wealth of charm and character, offering spacious living accommodation spanning over 2,200 sq ft. Beautifully situated within a mature plot of around 0.39 acres, this property enjoys a desirable position in a sought-after village.

Located in the heart of the village, this property offers a convenient short walk to local amenities and the surrounding rural countryside. Gislingham, situated on the north Suffolk borders, has long been a desirable location, thanks to its proximity to the stunning Waveney Valley and its picturesque countryside. It retains a strong local community, supported by good infrastructure, including a shop; a village hall; and an historic church with an active congregation and dedicated bellringers. Gislingham CE Primary School is part of the very successful Tilian Multi-Academy Trust, and the village lies within the catchment area of sought-after Hartismere School. For additional amenities, the historic market town of Diss is just 10 miles to the north and offers an excellent range of amenities, along with a mainline railway station providing regular and direct services to London Liverpool Street and Norwich.

Known as ‘The Old Guildhall’ and described in Pevsner’s The Buildings of England, Suffolk, this Grade II* listed property is of special architectural and historical interest. It dates back to the late 1400s. It is of massive oak timber frame construction beneath a pitched and thatched roof with pleasing colour-washed rendered elevations. The property was partially re-thatched in 2011 and had its exterior repainted around four years ago. Over the years, the current owner has meticulously maintained and cared for the property. As expected in a building of this nature, it exudes charm and character, boasting a wealth of exposed period features. One of the most striking elements is the impressive crown post on the second floor. The house is believed to have been the guildhall of the Gislingham church guild of St John the Baptist. Church guilds in the late Middle Ages had three main functions: Honouring the saint to whom they were dedicated; ensuring attendance of the whole guild at the funerals of guild members; and exercising sociability and charity at communal feasts associated with the saint’s day.

The accommodation spans three floors, offering versatile living across approximately 2,274 sq ft. On the ground floor, there are essentially three reception rooms, all generously proportioned. Two of the main reception rooms feature impressive inglenook fireplaces, complemented by striking large timbers and exposed beams, adding a sense of grandeur. The kitchen is conveniently situated next to the dining room and could potentially be opened up into one larger space, subject to the necessary consents. Historically, the property was divided into three cottages before being converted into a small hotel in 1986, which operated successfully until the current owners acquired it in 2002 as a residential home. Reflecting its history as a hotel, all bedrooms have the luxury of en-suite facilities, five in total! At first-floor level, there are three well-sized bedrooms and a large Suffolk landing that provides ample space for use as a snug or home office, with pleasing elevated views over the rear gardens. Moving up to the second floor, you’ll find two additional bedrooms, both with en-suite facilities. The fifth bedroom is of particularly note, boasting an impressive crown post, vaulted ceilings, and the largest of the five en-suite bathrooms.

The property is set on a generously sized plot of approximately 0.39 acres. At the front, there is ample off-road parking for several vehicles, along with a detached garage measuring 17'8" x 9'3.5". The garage is equipped with power and lighting and includes a separate utility area to the rear, measuring 9'8.4" x 9'3.5". The well-established gardens offer complete privacy and seclusion. Originally designed and planted by Notcutts, the gardens feature a variety of specimen trees and shrubs, creating a tranquil and picturesque setting.

Hallway

kitchen - 3.96m x 3.23m (13'0" x 10'7")

dining room - 4.55m x 2.95m (14'11" x 9'8")

reception room one - 4.52m x 6.17m (14'10" x 20'3")

reception room two - 3.53m x 6.15m (11'7" x 20'2")

WC - 1.17m x 1.88m (3'10" x 6'2")

first floor level - landing

bedroom - 3.68m x 4.65m (12'1" x 15'3")

en-suite - 3.58m x 1.40m (11'9" x 4'7")

bedroom - 4.09m x 3.12m (13'5" x 10'3")

en-suite - 1.65m x 2.13m (5'5" x 7'0")

bedroom - 3.45m x 3.91m (11'4" x 12'10")

en-suite - 1.73m x 2.18m (5'8" x 7'2")

second floor level - landing

bedroom - 3.81m x 3.61m (12'6" x 11'10")

en-suite - 2.36m x 1.27m (7'9" x 4'2")

bedroom - 4.27m x 3.89m (14'0" x 12'9")

en-suite - 3.43m x 3.45m (11'3" x 11'4")

agents note Material Information regarding the property can be found in our Key Facts for Buyers interactive brochure located in the Virtual Tour no. 2 thumbnail.

Services
Drainage - mains
Heating - gas
EPC Rating - Grade II* listed
Council Tax Band G
Tenure - freehold

Agents note - there are 3 tree's within the boundaries which have TPO's - (1x Beech, 1x sycamore & 1x Ash)

Anti-Money Laundering Fee Statement
To comply with hmrc's regulations on Anti-Money Laundering (aml), Whittley Parish are legally required to conduct aml checks on every purchaser(s) once a sale is agreed. We use a government-approved electronic identity verification service from Landmark to ensure compliance, accuracy, and security. This is approved by the Government as part of the Digital Identity and Attributes Trust Framework (diatf).

The cost of anti-money laundering (aml) checks is £50 + VAT (£60 inc VAT) per purchase, payable in advance after an offer has been accepted. This fee to Whittley Parish is mandatory to comply with hmrc regulations and must be paid before a memorandum of sale can be issued. Please note that the fee is non-refundable.