Moor Hall Stoke by Clare, Suffolk

Moor Hall, Stoke by Clare, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 8HJ

Offices at: Clare 01787 277811 Long Melford 01787 883144 Leavenheath 01206 263007 Castle Hedingham 01787 463404 Woolpit 01359 245245 Newmarket 01638 669035

Bury St Edmunds 01284 725525 London SW1 0207 839 0888

Stoke by Clare is a pretty and highly regarded village. Picturesque cottages and houses surround the village green and local services include a pub, post office,

shop and parish church. The village is also home to Stoke College, an independent school and nursery. A wider range of facilities are available at the small

market town of Clare.

This substantial Grade II Listed country home enjoys a wonderful setting on the outskirts of the village convenient for local amenities. Believed to be 17th

Century with later Georgian additions Moor Hall offers stunning period features which are complemented by luxurious recent finishes with the added benefit of

a substantial self-contained annexe wing and detached indoor heated swimming pool. The grounds are an asset to the property enjoying a wonderful parkland

setting and may well be the responsibility of Capability Brown who’s mother is rumoured to have once lived there. In all about 5.5 acres.

A substantial Grade II Listed country home set within 5.5 acres of parkland.

Entrance into:

ENTRANCE HALL A spacious and welcoming area with flagstone

flooring, turning Georgian staircase rising to the first floor with cupboard

under and door to:

DRAWING ROOM An impressive double aspect room displaying heavy

oak chamfered beams, an inglenook fireplace with wood burning stove on

brick hearth and a bay window with French doors leading to the gardens.

DINING ROOM A substantial room featuring another impressive inglenook

fireplace, exposed beams and sash window to the front.

MUSIC ROOM A light, double aspect room with tiled flooring, exposed

beams and window shutters whilst enjoying wonderful views over the

gardens.

STUDY A charming room featuring an attractive fireplace with decorative

tiled inset and bookshelves to either side.

FARMHOUSE KITCHEN The hub of the home this splendid room is

extensively fitted with a range of units under granite worktops with a large

central island with butler sink inset a deep marble work surface. Appliances

include an integrated Miele dishwasher, two fridges, a four oven AGA with

hot plates and separate electric AGA companion. Further features include

brick flooring, exposed beams and a large fitted dresser. There is a walk-in

pantry cupboard and French doors lead to the:

GARDEN ROOM A stunning room by Marston & Langinger, enjoying

views over the gardens with French doors leading to the terrace.

CLOAKROOM With WC and cast iron and marble wash stand.

First Floor

LANDING With door leading to the attic and doors to:

Moor Hall, Stoke by Clare, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 8HJ

Offices at: Clare 01787 277811 Long Melford 01787 883144 Leavenheath 01206 263007 Castle Hedingham 01787 463404 Woolpit 01359 245245 Newmarket 01638 669035

Bury St Edmunds 01284 725525 London SW1 0207 839 0888

PRINCIPAL SUITE A spacious double aspect room with exposed beams,

high ceiling and ornate fireplace with ‘his and hers’ walk-in wardrobes.

En Suite Luxuriously fitted with custom built ‘his and hers’ sinks set within

a deep marble counter, high level classic (Heritage) WC and bidet, free

standing roll top bath with ball and claw feet with shower attachment over,

tiled shower cubicle, heated towel rail and tiled floor.

BEDROOM 2 Featuring an attractive fireplace, walk-in cupboard, decorative

ceiling rose and sash window to the front.

BEDROOM 3 With exposed beams, Georgian fireplace and sash window to

the front.

BEDROOM 4 Featuring an attractive Georgian fireplace, airing cupboard

and sash window to the front. En-Suite tastefully fitted with a classic white

suite comprising a WC, wash basin, roll top bath with ball and claw fee and

shower attachment, heated towel rail and tiled floor.

BEDROOM 5 Featuring a cast iron fireplace and outlook over the gardens.

En-Suite stylishly fitted with classic white (Sanitan) suite comprising high

level WC, wash basin, tiled shower cubile and tiled flooring.

North Wing

Accessed via the kitchen the north wing is used as further living

accommodation intergral to the principal residence or as a separate self-

contained annexe.

BOOT ROOM Providing access to the driveway with brick flooring and a

range of units under wooden worktops with a Belfast sink inset, exposed

beams and storage cupboard.

SHOWER ROOM With a WC, wash basin and tiled shower cubicle.

LAUNDRY With a range of units under worktops with a stainless steel sink

and drainer, plumbing for a washing machine and space for a tumble dryer.

SITTING ROOM A light, double aspect room with French doors to both

aspects, exposed beams and spiral stair case to the first floor.

First Floor

Stairs rising from the boot room lead to the:

BEDROOM A spacious double aspect room with exposed beams, dressing

area and En Suite Shower Room with a WC, wash basin, tiled shower

cubicle and a heated towel rail.

STUDIO/BEDROOM 2 A magnificent fully vaulted room with exposed

ceiling timbers enjoying a double aspect, ideal for use as an open plan studio

or guest annexe with a cloakroom featuring a WC and wash basin.

Outside

The property is approached via cast iron gates leading onto the sweeping

gravel driveway through a mature woodland area to a car park providing

parking and turning for several vehicles. A second gated driveway leads to

the rear car park and DOUBLE GARAGE with remote controlled up and

over door, light and power and a door leading to the WORKSHOP.

The grounds are an asset to the property enjoying a wonderful parkland

setting and may well be the responsibility of Capability Brown whos mother

is rumoured to have once lived in Moor Hall. An extensively paved terrace

spans the width of the rear of the property enjoying the spectacular backdrop

over the large pond and formal lawns interspersed by a variety of mature

shrubs and specimen trees. Two lakes create a haven for wildlife featuring a

pair of resident swans and various ducks with jetty seating area and pathways

leading to the former railway line on the eastern boundary. To the side of the

Moor Hall, Stoke by Clare, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 8HJ

Offices at: Clare 01787 277811 Long Melford 01787 883144 Leavenheath 01206 263007 Castle Hedingham 01787 463404 Woolpit 01359 245245 Newmarket 01638 669035

Bury St Edmunds 01284 725525 London SW1 0207 839 0888

property is the Indoor Swimming Pool a substantial building constructed in

1988 incorporating a heated swimming pool with Jacuzzi area, two changing

rooms with showers and a plant room with stairs leading to a mezzanine

kitchenette and seating area.

Tucked away beyond are kennels, a garden machinery store and 2 sheds

with the grounds in all measuring 5.5 acres.

SERVICES Main water and electricity are connected. Oil fired heating.

NOTE None of the services have been tested by the agent.

LOCAL AUTHORITY St Edmundsbury District Council.

VIEWING Strictly by prior appointment only through DAVID BURR