The Cedars Diss, Norfolk, IP22 4QQ

The Cedars Diss, Norfolk, IP22 4QQ

Arguably one of the finest Grade II listed Georgian houses in the desirable market town of Diss, previously known as the doctor s house dating back to 1780, offering almost 9000 sq. ft. of accommodation over 3 storeys set in 1.3 acres of gardens and grounds. Features - 9 Bedrooms - Kitchen/breakfast room - Scullery and pantry - Workroom - Dining room - Study - Reception hall - Drawing room - Sitting room - Snug/library - Set over 3 floors - Coach house - Ample off road parking - Large rear garden Driving Distances (approx) - Thetford 16 miles - Norwich 24 miles - Beccles 25 miles - Southwold 30 miles - A140 3 miles

Situation Diss is a thriving and picturesque market town which borders a lovely mere and enjoys some beautiful timber framed buildings dating from the 16th century, a Grade II listed Corn Hall, now a thriving entertainment venue, and its own market and auction take place each Friday. The Cedars is within walking distance to Diss mainline train station with a regular service direct to London Liverpool Street (currently a 90 minute journey planned to shorten to 75 minutes with proposed line upgrades) by train, being whilst the Cathedral city of Norwich is located 24 miles to the north and is the cultural capital of East Anglia offering excellent shopping and leisure facilities. Description The Cedars is a well-known and historic house with only a few owners since it was originally constructed in 1780. Now an imposing Georgian fronted house, the property was originally three separate cottages (circa 16 th century) that were joined together and extended to create the majority of the house that now stands. The construction throughout is of a timber frame with a brick skin and occupies three storeys. The Cedars has been in the current ownership for the last 11 years and during this time it is has been painstakingly and sympathetically restored in most parts whilst retaining many of the original features such as sash windows throughout, with full length floor to ceiling windows in many of the principle rooms along with the original wooden fitted shutters. A number of the original fireplaces have been exposed and restored in the majority of the rooms along with the coving and plasterwork. In parts, accurate bespoke replacements have been installed to replace some of the missing original features. Charming features still remain such as the silver safe, lead lined work top in the butler s room, meat safe, a surface water well and a number of now blocked up secret passage ways that would have been

used by the maids to go about unnoticed. The principal rear rooms enjoy balconies overlooking the large rear garden. Current Condition Our client has carried out significant renovation works to the property, including re-wiring, plumbing, window replacement/refurbishment etc. throughout. Please call us to discuss this in more detail. History Dating back to 1780 in its current layout. Privately owned and occupied until about 1850, then sold and used first as a school, then solicitors' offices until about 1902 when it was purchased by the Taylor family of the neighbouring Manor House for use as a doctors' surgery for the benefit of the town. The house became known as The Doctor's House and is still known as such by the older residents of Diss.The senior doctor and his family lived in the house over the surgery premises until the practice moved to the newly built health centre in the 1970s. The senior doctor's family continued to live in the house until his surviving elderly wife eventually moved out in 2003. The house was then sold to the current owners, the first owner-occupiers for over 150 years. The Coach House The coach house was added on 1850 and with 2 doors offers room for at least 2/3 vehicles with a service pit. In front of the coach house and behind the large wooden gates is a parking area with ample space for several vehicles. Above the coach house is a hay store which was home to many a groom and still has excellent hand carved dates of the occupants who lived and worked there. Outside The Cedars fronts onto Mount Street and enjoys a large private rear garden of approximately 1.3 acres that is laid to lawn with a number of small trees, an orchard, and a very large Cedar tree, which is where the name The Cedars derives from.

Norwich 01603 612 333 norwich@jackson-stops.co.uk 2 Redwell Street, Norwich, NR2 4SN Burnham Market 01328 801 333 burnhammarket@jackson-stops.co.uk 4 Emma s Court, Burnham Market, PE31 8HD jackson-stops.co.uk Directions IP22 4QQ The Cedars is located on Mount Street which is easily found running north of the centre of the market town off the central one way system. Diss is situated along the A1066 travelling west bound from the A140 or east bound from the Thetford Forest direction. The A140 is less than 3 miles to the east. Services Mains water, drainage, electricity and gas. The Aga is gas powered and heats hot water in conjunction with gas central heating. Local Authority South Norfolk Fixtures and Fittings Items regarded as fixtures and fittings including carpets, curtains, light fittings, kitchen appliances and garden ornaments are excluded although these items may be available by separate negotiation. Viewings Strictly by prior appointment with sole agents Jackson-Stops & Staff. If there is any point which is of particular importance to you, we invite you to discuss this with us, especially before you travel to view the property. Important Notice: Jackson-Stops & Staff, their clients and any joint agents give notice that: 1. They have no authority to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulations or other consents and Jackson-Stops & Staff have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. 2014