Manor Farm, Duke Street, Hintlesham

An imposing listed farmhouse presented to an exceptional standard together with numerous outbuildings and gardens approaching 0.6 acres

Located on Duke Street, Manor Farm is arguably one of the finest period buildings in the parish of Hintlesham. Grade II listed, the original core of the building probably dates from the mid-16th century, which is centrally framed by two substantial 19th century additions. Over the eleven years of ownership, the vendors have extensively renovated and improved the property to an exceptional standard.

The eastern end of the house comprises the 19th century single storey service wing, which is now the kitchen / breakfast room, with rear porch and cloakroom. The updated kitchen is tastefully fitted with numerous shaker style units, black granite worksurfaces, an ‘island’ with oak work top, and a full range of appliances which includes an electric Rangemaster and American style fridge / freezer.

The central part of the house consists of the original section, which is evident by the heavily timbered exposed oak frame. This comprises a central hall with a utility room off, and a twin aspect snug to the front with white brick flooring. To the opposite side overlooking the garden is the study. Set either side of the main entrance hall is the remaining ground floor, consisting of two twin aspect reception rooms, each with fireplaces housing wood burners.

The first floor provides four well-proportioned bedrooms. Bedroom one is to the western end with an ensuite shower and a range of wall-to-wall built in wardrobes – the same are also fitted in bedroom two. The remaining two bedrooms are served by a stylishly fitted modern bathroom, which like the front bedroom forms part of the 16th century timber gable.

Outside, the house is attractively set back on the southern side of Duke Street, with a front lawn defined by a mature privet hedge. A driveway to the east provides ample parking, which leads to a modern detached cart lodge garage with electric roller door.

An extensive range of single storey 19th century outbuildings consists of further garaging and lock-up stores. One has been converted into a home office / studio, and another into an outside utility / store room. These buildings form a sheltered, south-western-facing inner courtyard, that adjoins a raised patio that runs the entire length of the house.

Central steps lead onto a large expanse of lawn to the south, with numerous established trees and shrubs to each side. Defined by an historic ditch, a timber bridge leads onto an area which is broadly preserved for wildlife, having an array of native trees and hedges. Beyond the far southern boundary is open countryside.

Location
Situated on Duke Street at the western end of the village, Hintlesham is located mid-way between Ipswich and the market town of Hadleigh. It has a church, school, and a public house and it is perhaps best known for the Hintlesham Hall Hotel and Golf Club.

Services
Mains electricity and water is connected. Private drainage system. Oil fired heating. External water and power.

Local Authority and Council Tax
Babergh & Mid Suffolk District Council
Band F (2025)