ackworth house

ACKWORTH HOUSE
EAST BERGHOLT • SUFFOLK
ACKWORTH HOUSE
EAST BERGHOLT • SUFFOLK
This Georgian country house and estate lies within
the undulating countryside of the Dedham Vale
with spectacular views across the lower reaches of
the Stour Valley to the Vale taking in this emotive
landscape from an elevated site.
The Grade II listed two storey white brick house exudes an understated charm both internally and externally,
having been part of this landscape since 1820. The grounds are both managed with extensive formal grounds
including a walled garden, and yet natural with woodland pre-dating the house by many years and stock proof
fenced pasture of some 48 acres with two natural streams passing through the land. Additional accommodation
includes the three bedroom Gardener’s cottage set away from the main house, the Gate house at the drive
entrance, the cottage adjoining the main house, and a range of various useful outbuildings which include stables
and workshops clustered around the house yard and further buildings in the outer yard.
THE LODGE COTTAGE
As this name suggests this single storey two bedroom dwelling with two reception rooms, kitchen and bathroom is situated at the entrance
gate to the Estate. Being contemporary to the house this attractive property enhances the sense of security and look of the whole.
THE GARDENER’S COTTAGE ( Lot Two)
Situated to the Northern boundary in a sided setting this cottage provides three first floor bedrooms, with sitting room,
dining room, kitchen, utility and bathroom to the ground floor. Oil fired heating with independent tank and drainage.
Grier & Partners
The Old Shop, The Street, East Bergholt CO7 6TF.
Tel: 01206 299 222 Web: www.grierandpartners.co.uk
Email: enquiries@grierandpartners.co.uk
Jackson-Stops & Staff, 15 Tower Street, Ipswich IP1 3BE.
Tel: 01473 218 218 Web: www.jackson-stops.co.uk.
Email: Ipswich@jackson-stops.co.uk
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DESCRIPTION
Entrance to galleried Hall leading to principal
reception rooms to the south overlooking the
garden and Vale, Drawing Room, Dining
Room and Library. Staircase. Hall to Sitting
Room, Breakfast Room, Kitchen and Rear
Halls. The principal Bedroom Suite, six
further bedrooms all with views over the
parkland and fields. Adjoining cottage
includes three further bedrooms, bathroom,
and three reception rooms.
The house retains much of its established
charm and integrity with two separate
properties on the estate including a charming
white brick lodge cottage.
A gravel drive affords access to the house and
is flanked by the parkland rail fenced field
to the North and woodland to the South,
leading to the lawn which surrounds the
house to the South and West. A beautifully
maintained walled garden with potting shed
and traditional wooden lean-to greenhouse
facing south, overlooking the central formal
lawn, which is surrounded by gravel paths.
Elegantly planted mixed flowering borders
and kitchen garden complement this
quintessential English garden. The extensive
lawn to the South and West abutting the
fenced grazing enjoys wonderful views across
the Stour Valley. The 48 acres of undulating
grazing have been stock fenced and have
water available. To the Western boundary,
there is a free flowing stream watering the
boundary to the village side of the land. There
is mature woodland and secondary field gate
onto Cemetery Lane. Closer to the house
is an area of ancient woodland with many
specimen trees, some of which clearly predate
the house. There is an interesting raised
embankment which suggests considerably
earlier settlements on the site.
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SUFFOLK – EAST BERGHOLT
Ackworth House stands in an elevated position on the edge of
the village of East Bergholt, considered to be one of the most
important villages in this part of East Anglia on the Suffolk
Essex border. East Bergholt is located on the northern side of the
beautiful and historic Stour Valley, where Constable lived and
painted many of his finest works.
Communications are excellent via the A12 giving fast dual
carriageway access to Ipswich, about 9 miles to the north and
Colchester about 9 miles to the south.
Significantly, there is a main line railway station at Manningtree,
about 3 ½ miles away which provides a fast , frequent and easily
accessed commuter train service to London Liver pool Street,
taking approximately 65 minutes and bringing the City within
daily commuter distance.
The countryside in the Dedham/East Bergholt area is
exceptionally attractive and remarkable unspoilt when it is
considered how quickly London can be accessed. Ackworth
House enjoys staggeringly good views over the Dedham Vale
which is in turn considered to be one of the great settings in East
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Anglia. There are extensive shopping facilities, both in Colchester
and Ipswich, with good schools at Ipswich School, Framlingham,
Woodbridge and Felsted public schools. There is sailing on both
the Orwell and Stour estuaries which are nearby, together with
ferry services from Harwich to the main North European ports.
Stansted airport can be reached within 45 minutes.
East Bergholt has the benefit of a good range of local
facilities including a modernized general store and post
office, baker and chemist, GP surgery and medical centre,
parish Church and Congregational Church, many local
associations. The village provides education facilities from
pre-school age to GCSE, sixth form colleges in Colchester and
Ipswich.
THE ACCOMMODATION IN THE MAIN HOUSE INCLUDES
Ground Floor
ENTRANCE RECEPTION HALL – Naturally lit from
Belvedere, doors to principal rooms.
DRAWING ROOM (S & W) – Walk in bay with double doors
to garden and terrace. Fluted carved fireplace with marbled inlay
and hearth. This elegant principal reception room is flooded with
natural light and has uninterrupted views over the garden and
adjoining countryside.
First Floor
BEDROOM SUITE ONE – Outstanding views over garden,
parkland and the Dedham Vale. Fitted wardrobes to the full
length of one wall, door to lobby leading to:
DRESSING ROOM (S) – Range of fitted wardrobes.
BATHROOM (E) – Five piece suite including twin washbasins
set in cupboard with lighting over, shower, bath, wc.
DINING ROOM (S) – Semi circular walk in bay with double
doors leading onto the terrace. A formal dining room of sufficient
style and size to entertain on all occasions.
BEDROOM SUITE TWO (S) – Double built in wardrobe.
LIBRARY (E & S) – Half panelled walls with built in shelving
and cupboards flanking the open fireplace with wooden moulded
surround, stone hearth and mantle over creating a comfortable
pleasing room for every day.
BEDROOM SUITE THREE (W) – with views over woodland
and built in wardrobe. Interconnecting door to nursery and ensuite.
STAIRCASE HALL (E) – Wall lights, gently rising staircase to
first floor. Open to back hall and
BATHROOM (W) – Three piece suite includes bath, washbasin
set in cupboard, wc.
BATHROOM – Three piece suite, washbasin set in cupboard,
wc, panel bath.
NURSERY/BEDROOM FOUR (N) – Built in wardrobe.
LOBBY – Entrance via panelled door to the drive, stone floor
with steps to rear hall and door to
BEDROOM FIVE (E) – Glorious view of the front parkland
and drive. Corner cupboard with wash basin.
SITTING ROOM (E) – plus bay. Pair of recessed cupboards
with shelves flanking the fireplace with stone hearth and
hardwood surround.
WALK-IN LINEN CUPBOARD (E) – Extensive shelving.
CLOAKROOM – Area for coats, washbasin, door to WC.
FLOWER ROOM (N) – Window to yard, stainless steel sink
and drainer with adjacent worktop and cupboards under.
BACK HALL – skylight and meter cupboard and access to
CELLAR consists of three rooms including two shelved wine
stores and general storage area.
BREAKFAST ROOM – Fitted storage cupboards to full length
of one wall, magnificent storage for china and glassware, double
cupboard and further storage under hardwood serving surface.
KITCHEN (W) – Views overlooking the garden and fields.
Range of fitted base units under oak worktops, double bowl sink,
freestanding stove, four oven Aga set in tiled recessed with mantle
over and Delft tiled splashback, pantry cupboard. Door to:
LAUNDRY ROOM (W) – Butler sink with adjacent drainer,
double cupboard. Door to house yard and door to cottage.
LARDER ROOM – Slate cool surfaces, shelving and ventilation.
SERVICE ROOM (W) – Butler sink and drainer, plumbing for
washing machine.
BEDROOM SIX (E) – Built in wardrobe.
BEDROOM SEVEN(E) –
STAIRCASE – Landing with stairs to upper floor and access to
loftspace.
GALLERIED LANDING – Glazed Belvedere showering light
into the hallway below.
Ackworth House Ground Floor Plan
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Ackworth House First Floor Plan
Ackworth House First Floor Extension Plan
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GARDENER’S COTTAGE (Lot Two as marked in Blue on the plan)
Ground Floor
ENTRANCE – Panel door to HALL with quarry tiled flooring
and electricity cupboard.
RECEPTION ROOM TWO (S) – Open fire place & surround
door and windows toward the garden.
First Floor
BEDROOM ONE (S) – Fireplace.
BEDROOM TWO (S)
BEDROOM THREE (W)
KITCHEN – Window to side and door to garden. Stainless steel
sink and drainer with cupboards under, worktop. Connection for
electric cooker. Stairs to first floor.
BATHROOM (E) – Three piece suite, wc, washbasin, panel bath.
Built-in shelved cupboard and linen cupboard and access to loft space.
Utility Room (N) – Oil fire & Boiler.
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Gardener’s Cottage Floor Plan
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Gardener’s Cottage First Floor Plan
Ackworth Lodge
AcKworth Lodge
Ground Floor
RECEPTION ROOM (S) – Back boiler
INNER HALL
Ackworth Lodge
Floor Plan
BATHROOM – Three piece suite
KITCHEN – Range of modern fitted units
STUDY (N)
BEDROOM ONE (W) – Overlooks the parkland
BEDROOM TWO (W)
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OUTBUILDINGS
The following outbuildings form part of
the house, yard and outer yard.
Stable two 15’ x 12’ 10” (4.57m x 3.91m)
Brick floor, drained and manger.
Boiler house 15’x 11’6 (4.57m x 3.51)
brick floor. Oil fired boiler and hot water
tank.
Open fronted cart lodge 15’ x 13’ (4.57m x
3.96m) Aga oil tank.
Boot room 15’ x 8’ 3” (4.57m x 2.51m)
stone sink, brick floor and fireplace.
Garage 18’ 10” x 16’ 5” (5.74m x 5m)
folding doors, brick floor. Door to
Tack room 15’ x 5’ 8” (4.57m x 1.73m)
wood paneling to walls, tiled floor, cast
iron grate and fireplace, cupboard storage.
Workshop stable 21’ 8” x 28’ 5” (6.6m
x 8.66m) L-shaped with separate stall,
power and light connected.
Loft over archway 34’ x 15’ (10.36m x
4.57m) Trap door to rear, windows to yard
and to walled garden.
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House yard brick paved archway to outer
yard.
Studio 14’ x 20’ (4.27m x 6.1m) Power,
light and water connected.
Double garage.
Three bay pony stable 15’ 4” x 27’ 4”
(4.67m x 8.33m) brick floor and wooden
trough. Implement store with open
fronted storage suitable for trailer.
Former poultry house 47’ 5” x 24’ (14.45m
x 7.32m).
Open fronted wood store.
Potting shed 9’ x 30’ (2.74m x 9.14m).
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GROUNDS
As can be seen from the ordnance
survey plan the house stands within
its own grounds and enjoys privacy
and security on this elevated
site. The house is immediately
surrounded by formal lawns with
defined boundaries to the edges of
the garden and numerous specimen
trees creating the parkland setting.
The Walled Garden is to the north
side of the house. It incorporates
a classic Lean-to Greenhouse 33’
x 12’(10.06m x 3.66m) leading
into a Potting Shed 30’ x 9’ (9.14m
x 2.74m). This garden has been
planted to provide flowers for
most months of the year, there is a
productive kitchen garden and also
a central croquet lawn.
Gravel drive and path link the house
to the cottages and out into the
undulating pastures all of which are
stock fenced and have water available,
in all 48 acres subject to survey. The
gated entrance to Cemetery Lane
has been used for stock movement
and access for machinery.
Services: Mains electric and water
are connected to the property,
drainage is via a private system.
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AGENTS NOTE: The area outlined in blue on the plan shows the extent of Lot
2 which includes The Gardeners Cottage and woodland towards the road frontage.
Planning consent is being sought for extension to the cottage and provision of an
independent drive. Further information is available on request from the agents.
In accordance with The Estate Agents Act of 1979 we wish to advise that the
partners of Grier & Partners are related to the seller of the property.
The following Energy Performance Ratings apply:
Ackworth House
F
Gardeners’ Cottage F
The Lodge
F
Grier & Partners for themselves and for the vendors or lessors of this property
whose agents they are give notice that these particulars are produced in good faith
and are presented as a general guide only and do not constitute any part of an
offer or contract. Any intending purchaser must satisfy themselves by inspection
or otherwise to the correctness of each of the statements contained in these
particulars. No person in the employment of Grier & Partners has any authority to
make or give any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property.
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ACKWORTH HOUSE
EAST BERGHOLT • SUFFOLK
Grier & Partners
The Old Shop, The Street, East Bergholt CO7 6TF.
Tel: 01206 299 222 Web: www.grierandpartners.co.uk
Email: enquiries@grierandpartners.co.uk
Jackson-Stops & Staff
15 Tower Street, Ipswich IP1 3BE.
Tel: 01473 218 218 Web: www.jackson-stops.co.uk
Email: Ipswich@jackson-stops.co.uk
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