Ponderosa is a contemporary property in the heart of Suffolk, which is currently on the market at a guide price of £1,200,000.
With bright and luxurious interiors and tonnes of land, it is a rare find amongst the farmhouses and barn conversions more commonly seen in the county.
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Situated in approximately three acres of land (subject to measured survey) in Pakenham, near Bury St Edmunds, the proeprty is for sale with Fine & Country, who said that “without doubt Ponderosa is a delight throughout – truly a home to fall in love with.”
Positioned on a naturally sloping plot, Ponderosa enjoys a unique reverse-level configuration that ensures that all living spaces enjoy fantastic views. It is also described as an “eco home” by Fine & Country and includes a vegetated living roof garden that is accessed via a timber plinth pathway with inset LED lighting.
From here a set of stairs descends to the lower ground floor which opens into the impressive open-plan living space. This comprises a sitting area with an alpine-style wood burner, as well as a dining area and a shaker-style kitchen with walk-in pantry.
The kitchen boasts contemporary grey cabinets with complimentary dark granite worktops surfaces over, a range cooker with gas burners and covered hot plate, integrated dish washer and fridge/freezer. There is also a cosy breakfast bar with storage under and feature pendulum lights.
A stable door in this area opens on to a lovely sun terrace, and there are additional bi-fold doors into the gardens.
Four of the property’s five bedrooms are also found on the ground floor, benefitting from built-in wardrobe space and two shared Jack and Jill bathrooms that incorporate low-level WCs, shows and hand wash basins.
The principal bedroom is located on a mezzanine level and is described by Fine & Country as “just splendid.” It features a dressing area and en-suite, as well as full-height windows and doors to a long balcony with wonderful views over the grounds.
Outside, Ponderosa is approached through timber gates on to a large, shingled driveway with parking for several vehicles.
To the front of the home is a large area of lawn with a timber shed that houses the meters, and to the side are the high-temperature Daikin Air-source heat pumps. A storage shed adjacent to the driveway has been granted outline planning consent for a cart lodge post demolition of the existing structure.
To the rear of the property are several formal sun terraces including an excellent outdoor kitchen and barbecue enclosure for outdoor dining. A natural running stream with a bridge over separates the terraces from the lawn, which stretches to the boundary.
A number of additional outbuildings are also located in the grounds including a large workshop and a greenhouse with enclosed vegetable plots and a polytunnel.
Also included in the sale is a self-contained cabin with its own kitchen, sitting room, bedroom and bathroom. This detached building is currently used as a home office and private accommodation for visiting friends and family, but may also present an income opportunity as a holiday let, subject to the relevant permissions.
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Pakenham is a thriving village with a local shop, post office, village hall, church and pub. It is approximately five miles from Bury St Edmunds and 11 miles from Stowmarket.
For more information, please contact Fine & Country.
PROPERTY FACTS
Ponderosa, Fen Road
Guide price: £1,200,000
Fine & Country, 01284 330271
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