- Expansive plot approaching 2.2 acres +
- Planning permission granted for significant extensions +
- Modern shaker style kitchen +
- Numerous stables and outbuildings +
- Three/four bedrooms +
- Enviable location in Semer +
- Free flowing, open plan accommodation +
- Far reaching countryside views +
- Close proximity to Hadleigh +
- Marketed by Edd Callegari- LUXPAD personal estate agent +
Summary: Discreetly positioned in the heart of the Suffolk countryside, The Hollies is an individual detached bungalow built in 1987, set within grounds of approximately 2.2 acres. The property enjoys an enviable rural position on the edge of the sought-after parish of Semer, with commanding views across its own gardens and paddock towards the rolling farmland surrounding Whatfield. The house is cleverly set back within its plot, creating a sense of privacy and tranquility, while maximising the outlook to the south. With versatile accommodation of three/ four bedrooms and expansive gardens perfect for equestrian facilities or a small holding.
Planning Permission: The Hollies benefits from approved planning consent for significant enlargement into a modern and striking barn style property with vaulted kitchen windows and 5-bedrroms. Please refer to the last images in the listings for the approved layout and images. The Hollies offers both immediate comfort and considerable future potential.
Accommodation: The interior has been extensively updated by the current owners. At the centre of the home, the original kitchen and dining room have been opened into a single, free-flowing kitchen/breakfast/dining space. This light-filled area, now the hub of the house, combines contemporary finishes with practical design – ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen and adjoining utility room have been fully refitted with modern cabinetry, integrated appliances, and quality work surfaces, while all bathrooms have been remodelled to a stylish, high specification.
The original central hallway has been reconfigured to provide additional accommodation in the form of a study or optional fourth bedroom, perfect for home working or guest use. A new oil-fired heating system has also been installed, ensuring reliable efficiency throughout the year.
The floor plan naturally divides the living and sleeping areas. Three well-proportioned double bedrooms are positioned to one side of the bungalow, while the reception spaces are arranged to the rear, overlooking the principal gardens. The sitting room is a particularly inviting space, with triple-aspect windows, an open fireplace, and French doors that frame far-reaching views over the grounds.
The external setting of The Hollies is a true highlight. Formal gardens wrap around the property on all sides, incorporating expansive lawns, specimen trees, and a feature brick and flint wall along the western boundary, running parallel with the quiet country lane of Ash Street. A private driveway to the north provides ample parking and leads to a detached double garage, fitted with power and lighting.
To the south, the formal gardens give way to an established orchard and a level paddock of around 1.2 acres, well suited for equestrian use, small-scale grazing, or hobby farming. The land is accompanied by a block-built stable and an adjacent tack room/store, making the property ideal for those with countryside or equestrian interests.
Beyond the existing layout, planning permission has been granted for a substantial extension and remodeling, offering the incoming buyer scope to create a significantly larger residence tailored to individual requirements (further details available on request).