4 bed detached house for sale

Mendham, Harleston IP20

The house is situated in the hamlet of Withersdale Street, which is closely connected to the village of Mendham, with the two communities sharing a village hall. The hall plays an active role in local life, hosting a variety of activities including exercise and dance classes, as well as a multi-use all-weather games area. Harleston is just five minutes away and is a bustling market town offering an array of independent shops, a weekly market, and regular craft fairs and music festivals. Filled with historic buildings and plenty of character, it is a charming destination for shopping, leisure, and culture.

The beautiful Suffolk coast is also within easy reach. A 30-minute drive will take you to the picturesque town of Southwold, renowned for its colourful beach huts and iconic pier, while the coastal town of Aldeburgh offers a delightful promenade and pebble beach. The world-renowned Aldeburgh Festival takes place each June, celebrating the town's long association with the composer Benjamin Britten. The property also enjoys a central position between Norwich, Bury St Edmunds, and Ipswich, allowing residents to enjoy the tranquillity of countryside living without sacrificing access to employment, shopping, and leisure opportunities. Approximately 12 miles away is the thriving market town of Diss, which benefits from a mainline railway station with services to London Liverpool Street in approximately 90 minutes.

Believed to date back to the 1700s, the property originally comprised two kiln workers' cottages that have been thoughtfully extended and combined over the years to create a substantial family home. Beautifully presented throughout, it retains much of the charm and character of the original cottages while offering a practical layout well suited to modern family living.

The accommodation includes a spacious country-style kitchen/dining room, ideal for everyday family life, while the main dining room, featuring stunning herringbone flooring and an attractive fireplace with wood-burning stove, provides a more formal setting for entertaining and special occasions. Two further reception rooms offer excellent versatility, with the cosy snug having recently benefited from redecoration and enjoying direct access to the conservatory. The ground floor is further enhanced by a useful WC and a dedicated office, ideal for those working from home. On the first floor are four double bedrooms. The smallest of the rooms benefits from an en-suite shower room with Saniflo WC. The remaining bedrooms are served by an impressive family bathroom featuring twin wash basins, a freestanding bath, and a large rainfall shower.

Externally, the property continues to impress with a substantial garden extending up the natural slope of Peggs Hill. Predominantly laid to lawn, the garden also features a generous patio area adjacent to the house, perfect for alfresco dining and entertaining. The true jewel in the crown is the stunning brick kiln built into the hillside, offering a wealth of possibilities, from storage to conversion potential, subject to the necessary planning permissions. From the top of the kiln, there are superb far-reaching views across the surrounding countryside. A former stable at the top of the garden provides further storage or additional conversion potential, again subject to the relevant planning consents. Ample parking is available via a private driveway providing space for multiple vehicles, together with a garage currently utilised for storage.

Entrance porch

reception room - 4.06m x 4.19m (13'4" x 13'9")

snug - 3.91m x 4.42m (12'10" x 14'6")

conservatory - 3.20m x 3.20m (10'6" x 10'6")

kitchen/diner - 2.26m x 8.15m (7'5" x 26'9")

dining room - 4.06m x 4.11m (13'4" x 13'6")

WC - 1.09m x 1.60m (3'7" x 5'3")

hallway

utility - 2.62m x 2.51m (8'7" x 8'3")

office - 2.24m x 2.64m (7'4" x 8'8")

first floor level - landing

bedroom - 3.99m x 4.55m (13'1" x 14'11")

bedroom - 3.12m x 4.19m (10'3" x 13'9")

bedroom - 2.62m x 4.17m (8'7" x 13'8")

bedroom - 2.24m x 3.78m (7'4" x 12'5")

en-suite - 1.65m x 1.63m (5'5" x 5'4")

bathroom - 2.21m x 4.09m (7'3" x 13'5")

brick kiln - 3.68m x 8.33m (12'1" x 27'4")

services

Drainage - mains
Heating - oil
EPC Rating tbc
Council Tax Band E
Tenure - freehold

Anti-Money Laundering Fee Statement

To comply with hmrc's regulations on Anti-Money Laundering (aml), Whittley Parish are legally required to conduct aml checks on every purchaser(s) once a sale is agreed. We use a government-approved electronic identity verification service from Landmark to ensure compliance, accuracy, and security. This is approved by the Government as part of the Digital Identity and Attributes Trust Framework (diatf).

The cost of anti-money laundering (aml) checks is £50 + VAT (£60 inc VAT) per purchase, payable in advance after an offer has been accepted. This fee to Whittley Parish is mandatory to comply with hmrc regulations and must be paid before a memorandum of sale can be issued. Please note that the fee is non-refundable.