5 bed detached house for sale

Heckfield Green, Hoxne IP21

“We searched for over a year before finding this house, ” say the current owners of Home Field House, “and the moment we saw it, we fell in love.” It’s easy to see why. Standing at the very edge of the village, where the last garden gives way to open countryside, this remarkable home feels deeply rooted in its setting. At first glance, it appears to be a 17th-century farmhouse, with pargeted walls, a jettied frontage and decorative chimney, yet, as the owners discovered, it was in fact built in 1998 by architects who had worked closely with the National Trust. That heritage of design and craftsmanship runs through every detail: Oak beams, Georgian proportions and a timeless sense of balance. Inside, the house unfolds with quiet grace, generous reception rooms and a kitchen that catches the morning sun through Gothic-arched windows. Outside, the gardens spread south and east, a sanctuary of lawns, fruit trees and birdsong, entirely private and unoverlooked. The owners speak of peace, wildlife, and long summer days spent in the garden, the essence of a life well-lived in harmony with its landscape. Home Field House is, in every sense, a creation of deep thought and devotion, a home that honours the past while offering the comfort and assurance of the present.

Explore the Suffolk Village of Hoxne

Hoxne is a quintessentially English village, quietly nestled within the gentle folds of Mid Suffolk, at the heart of the picturesque Waveney Valley. Just a stone’s throw from the Norfolk border, it lies some six miles east of Diss and seven miles west of Harleston (by road), offering a rare combination of seclusion and accessibility. Life here moves at a measured pace, yet the conveniences of nearby market towns are always close at hand.

Steeped in history, Hoxne is best known as the site of the Hoxne Hoard, the largest collection of Roman gold and silver ever discovered in Britain. The village’s rich heritage lingers in the medieval Church of St Peter and St Paul, and in the quiet lanes lined with thatched cottages, ancient trees, and hedgerows.

Community life centres around the welcoming local pub, friendly neighbours, and a calendar of clubs and groups that bring residents together. The vendors note that Hoxne and its surrounding area are exceptionally friendly, with plenty of opportunities to get involved in village activities or simply enjoy the peace and quiet of the countryside.

Everyday amenities are within easy reach. The nearby small town of Eye (approximately 4 miles away) offers two supermarkets, a butcher, two hairdressers, baker and popular takeaways including a Chinese restaurant and fish and chip shop. Stradbroke (around 5 miles) provides a post office, convenience store, and bakery, while Diss offers larger supermarkets, independent shops, and further facilities. Most major supermarkets also deliver directly to the village.

Families will find good schooling options nearby, primary education in surrounding villages such as Stradbroke, and secondary schools in Harleston or Diss. Healthcare, shops, and other essentials are conveniently located in the local market towns.

Transport links are discreet yet highly practical. Local roads weave through the surrounding countryside, connecting easily to the A143 and A140, providing straightforward access to Norwich, Ipswich, and Bury St Edmunds, all within an hour’s drive. Diss railway station, just 5 miles away, offers mainline services to London Liverpool Street in around 90 minutes.

Home Field – A Contemporary Classic Rooted in English Tradition

This is not merely a house; it is a statement of intent, an ode to proportion, craftsmanship, and the quiet theatre of English domestic architecture. Designed and built with deep reverence for the great period homes of another age, this remarkable five-bedroom residence stands as a contemporary creation steeped in tradition, where every line and material choice pays homage to an earlier craft.

Set in an exceptional position, this house enjoys the rare privilege of being the last as you leave the lively and appealing village behind and head out into open countryside. Its location affords seclusion, with glorious views that unfold across the surrounding fields. The sense of peace here is profound, a place where birdsong replaces bustle, yet the village remains just moments away. Built to an impeccable standard, the house combines the charm and character of a traditional farmhouse with the assurance and comfort of a modern build.

Approached by a sweeping gravel drive, the house emerges with confident restraint, its pargetted walls, decorative chimney and jettied detail giving the impression of something older, something long rooted in its landscape. There is an elegance here, but it is not ostentatious; rather, it is the grace of something considered, measured and beautifully resolved.

Inside, the reception hall sets the tone, spacious and serene, with polished wood floors and light that falls generously across every surface. Beyond it, the rhythm of the house unfolds through four reception rooms, each with its own temperament. The drawing room is the heart of winter: A brick-lined fireplace, its beam worn smooth by time, becomes the gathering place for conversation and quiet reflection.

The double-aspect Georgian-style dining room is particularly fine great for parties and special occasions and with three rooms opening directly onto the patio via French doors, the lovely garden seems to flow into the house itself. The sitting room, or snug, is perfect for colder winter evenings, while the light and spacious lounge remains cool through the summer months.

Both chimneys are fully functional, though currently fitted with high-quality electric wood-burner effect fires that are included in the sale. This home knows the balance between celebration and stillness.

At its centre lies a kitchen and breakfast room that marries the practical and the poetic. Here, stone and timber create a tactile honesty, and the space is beautifully finished with Amtico flooring that always looks clean and smart. The Gothic-arched windows frame the morning light, where the owners love to sit in the east-facing breakfast area, enjoying the first sun of the day, the gentle sound of birdsong, and the surrounding peace.

The kitchen is both handsome and highly functional, fitted with John Lewis cabinetry and thoughtfully planned storage throughout. A traditional oil-fired Aga offers warmth and character in the colder months, complemented by a Samsung pyrolytic electric oven and electric hob for the warmer days. The worktops are a combination of silestone and granite, with a triple tap fixture offering filtered water. There is plumbing for a dishwasher, a water softener in the utility room, and space for both washing machine and tumble dryer.

The upper floors speak of comfort and calm. The principal bedroom is a suite in the truest sense, double aspect, with magnificent views stretching for over a mile across open farmland. It features a dressing area leading to an en suite of quiet refinement. The light and airy bedrooms on the first floor all comfortably accommodate king-sized beds, with generous space for wardrobes and chests. Four of the bedrooms enjoy additional built-in storage or cupboards. The fifth bedroom, tucked beneath the eaves, has great charm, a space that feels both apart and deeply connected to the house below.

At present, the larger front bedroom is used as a hobby room, with Amtico flooring (installed in 2019 and still under its 25-year warranty). All bathrooms are practical and fully functional, featuring extractor fans, a bath and shower in the family bathroom, and a shower in the en suite.

Beyond the walls, the gardens extend to the south and east, enclosed and open all at once. The front garden is laid to lawn with herbaceous borders framed by block paving, and a large gravel drive offering parking for up to ten cars and access to the detached double garage. The rear garden, measuring approximately 0.76 acres (stms), is totally secure, private, and unoverlooked. It is a composition of lawn, rose and herbaceous beds, specimen trees and shrubs, and a fine collection of fruit trees, apple, plum, gage, and damson, which provide abundant harvests for juice, jams, and crumbles alike.

Terraces and patios catch the sun, while oak sleepers edge parts of the boundary, giving a soft, natural structure. Three sets of French doors from the lounge, kitchen–breakfast room, and sitting room open directly to the garden, making it wonderfully suited to summer gatherings and celebrations.

The large, pantiled double garage sits quietly to one side, purpose-built yet architecturally sympathetic, and houses the oil-fired boiler (installed new in September 2022 and regularly serviced). Above it, a generous mezzanine provides valuable storage space beneath the eaves.

This is a home for those who value craft over fashion, authenticity over artifice. Its beauty is found not in grand gestures, but in the balance of space, the texture of materials, and the promise of a life well-lived. Set at the very edge of the village, where community meets countryside, it feels settled and enduring, a place where time slows and the ordinary moments of every day become something quietly extraordinary.

Home Field House through the eyes of its current owners

“We have truly loved the peace and quiet here, the wonderful wildlife, the open countryside and the totally private, unoverlooked garden that has brought us so much joy. It’s been a very special home for us and now need to downsize to a smaller bungalow, we will miss this house and its beautiful surroundings enormously.

We searched for over a year, far and wide, before finding this unique property. The moment we saw it, we fell in love with both the house and its setting, the last home in the village, tucked away on a quiet country lane. At first glance, it appears to be a charming 17th-century house, with its pargeting and jetted frontage, yet the secret lies in the fact that it was actually built in 1998. It combines all the character and craftsmanship of a period home with the comfort, insulation, and reassurance of modern construction.

We later learned from the previous owners that the house was designed by architects who had worked closely with the National Trust, something that becomes evident in the thoughtful detailing throughout. Inside, it feels like a journey through the ages: From the 17th-century inspired exterior with oak beams and a Bessemer, to the Georgian-style dining room, Victorian-influenced kitchen, and distinctive features such as the decorative chimney stack.”

A Word from the Agent

Sold Freehold.

The property is connected to oil-fired heating, mains water, electricity, and drainage. It can also be available “Chain Free”, as the owners are seeking a new-build bungalow and could easily move to either that or, if required, a short-term rental property.

All contents of the house (with the exception of personal items such as pictures, ornaments, etc.) can be included in the sale price.

EPC Rating: D

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