Whitlock 23 Clock Walk, Chillesford Lodge Estate, Suffolk
Whitlock 23 Clock Walk, Chillesford Lodge Estate, Suffolk, IP12 2AN A spacious and characterful property, beautifully finished and set in the historic Chillesford Lodge Estate, located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty Orford 2 miles, Snape 6.3 miles, Woodbridge 10.5 miles, Aldeburgh 11.9 miles, Saxmundham 11.4 miles, Ipswich 18.7 miles (London Liverpool Street about 65 mins) Open Plan Kitchen/Dining Living Room Drawing Room Bedroom 2 with En-suite Bathroom Study/Bedroom 4 Utility Room Cloak Room Master Bedroom with En-suite Bathroom Bedroom 3 with En-suite Shower Room Chillesford Lodge Estate Chillesford Lodge Estate is an architecturally distinctive group of Grade II 19th Century buildings converted to deliver stylish and contemporary open plan living. The individual designs combine modern materials whilst maintaining a wealth of characterful features including exposed beams, vaulted ceilings and many original windows which have been retained where possible with the addition of heritage double glazing. The properties lie at the end of a private mile long tree lined driveway leading to an idyllic agricultural estate. Set in the heart of an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on Suffolk s Heritage Coast, the properties benefit from a liberal use of glazing which provides panoramic views over the peaceful surrounding countryside. In the ground floor living rooms this enables a seamless transition between inside and outside space. The sound proofing and insulation within each of the properties is set to hospital consulting room standard, with floor thickness almost double that of a normal build. The floorboards are engineered oak laid on resistance battens which, along with clever use of built in wardrobes minimises noise disturbance within the properties as well as protecting the tranquillity of the wider environment. Each home has its own private space as well as access to a large communal garden including a walled kitchen garden which, once restored, will provide the freshest seasonal produce for residents to buy. Planned amenities include access to indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a tennis court and a luxurious mobile picnic hut positioned seasonally to allow residents private enjoyment of the wider estate and stunning surroundings. The peace and tranquillity of Chillesford Lodge Estate cannot be underestimated. It is a privileged place of rare sanctuary where residents can retreat yet remain close to world class culture and entertainment.
The Property Whitlock is the brand name of the grain handling equipment once housed here and used to sort and convey grain into the various storage silos for which the barn was originally built. On entering Whitlock, the property opens into a spacious and light open plan living room with double height ceiling and an allowance for a wood burning stove. A study/ bedroom 4 leads off the living room, fitted with large storage cupboard and providing access to the utility room and cloakroom. The main living room also leads directly through into the fully fitted kitchen/ dining area. A corridor then provides access to a versatile drawing room with an allowance for a second wood burning stove with west facing double doors opening onto a communal lawned area with views of the countryside beyond. Next to this room is the second bedroom with en-suite bathroom. First floor accommodation comprises of a bedroom with en-suite shower room and a fabulous master bedroom, fitted with wardrobes and an en-suite bathroom. Views across west facing countryside to Butley Creek can be enjoyed from both rooms. Location Chillesford Lodge Estate is 2 miles west of Orford, considered one of the most desirable Suffolk Coastal towns. Orford is of great historic importance with its impressive Norman Castle and popular Georgian Market Square; where Pump Street s award winning artisan bakery, Ruth Watson s famous Crown and Castle Hotel, and various leisure amenities, shops and pubs can be found. The renowned Snape Maltings is nearby, well served with a wide variety of shops, restaurants and regular markets, as well as home of Aldeburgh Music and the Britten Pears Concert Hall which deliver an international programme of events all year round. The popular seaside town of Aldeburgh is also in convenient reach offering a full programme of cultural events through literary, art and music festivals. Further to this is a thriving cinema with live stream screenings from the National Theatre, a good selection of fine restaurants and the chance to buy locally landed fish. The beautiful riverside town of Woodbridge about 10 miles away provides excellent schooling in both the state and private sectors.
General Services: Mains electricity, underfloor heating and communal private water and oil supply, charged on a meter usage basis. Local Authority: Suffolk Coastal District council. Services Charge: There will be a small charge for maintaining the communal grounds yet to be confirmed. Please contact Strutt & Parker for further information. Directions From the South - From the A12 Woodbridge by-pass turn right on to the A1152 and follow all signs to Orford on the B1084. Half a mile after Chillesford village turn right into the private drive signed Chillesford Lodge only. At the bottom of the drive turn right into Sandy Lane and follow the road round to the left. At the cross roads turn left into Drews Yard. From the North - From the A12 take the B1078 and follow all signs to Orford. At the T junction 3 miles after Tunstall Green turn right to Chillesford. After 400 yards turn left into the private drive signed Chillesford Lodge only. Ipswich 11 Museum St, Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 1HH 01473 214841 ipswich@struttandparker.com struttandparker.com 55 offices across England and Scotland, including 10 offices in Central London IMPORTANT NOTICE Strutt & Parker LLP gives notice that: 1. These particulars do not constitute an offer or contract or part thereof. 2. All descriptions, photographs and plans are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. All measurements are approximate and not necessarily to scale. Any prospective purchaser must satisfy themselves of the correctness of the information within the particulars by inspection or otherwise. 3. Strutt & Parker LLP does not have any authority to give any representations or warranties whatsoever in relation to this property (including but not limited to planning/building regulations), nor can it enter into any contract on behalf of the Vendor. 4. Strutt & Parker LLP does not accept responsibility for any expenses incurred by prospective purchasers in inspecting properties which have been sold, let or withdrawn. 5. If there is anything of particular importance to you, please contact this office and Strutt & Parker will try to have the information checked for you. Photographs taken September 2015. Particulars prepared September 2015. Printed by Ravensworth B3377120/09/2015