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See how verdicts work4-bedroom detached house · IP20 9LG
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**Fully air-conditioned throughout for perfect year-round climate control** Guide Price £525,000-£550,000 This exceptional single-storey home offers a rare opportunity to own a beautifully presented and masterfully designed property in the highly sought-after village of Needham.
Effortlessly blending modern comforts with charming character, this unique family home provides an abundance of space in all areas.
Occupying a commanding elevated position, it boasts a truly wonderful feel throughout and features a highly distinctive architectural build with a double garage set conveniently underneath the main living accommodation.
Stepping inside, you are immediately struck by the incredible sense of volume and brightness.
Every room is fitted with large, strategically placed windows that flood the home with natural light while framing the wonderful, far-reaching views across the surrounding landscape.
The heart of the home is a welcoming lounge featuring a striking wood burner, opening seamlessly into a generous dining area to create a warm and highly sociable space—perfect for both everyday family life and upscale entertaining.
The modern, high-specification kitchen is fitted with integrated appliances and is complemented by a separate, practical utility room.
Designed with the modern family in mind, the versatile accommodation includes four generous bedrooms, all benefiting from the home's bright and airy atmosphere.
A contemporary cloakroom and a stylish family bathroom complete the interior. For year-round climate control and ultimate comfort, the entire property benefits from air conditioning.
Externally, the home sits within expansive, mature wrap-around gardens that offer a profound sense of privacy and tranquility.
This outdoor haven has been thoughtfully curated to include a vegetable patch, dedicated wood storage, a greenhouse, a garden shed, and established shrubs and fruit trees alongside dedicated nature areas to explore.
A raised decking area provides the ultimate viewing platform to soak in the stunning elevated vistas.
The exterior is completed by a spacious driveway with ample parking leading to the integral double garage.
Impeccably maintained and ready to move straight into, an early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the space, setting, and unique charm this property has to offer.
The property is situated in the idyllic and picturesque village of Needham, a hidden gem in the heart of the South Norfolk countryside.
Known for its peaceful, close-knit community and traditional charm, Needham offers residents a slower pace of life surrounded by beautiful walking routes and rolling rural landscapes.
Despite its tranquil setting, the village is exceptionally well-connected.
The bustling market town of Diss is located just a few miles away, offering an array of independent boutiques, supermarkets, historic architecture, and the famous Diss Mere.
For commuters or those looking to enjoy the capital, Diss features a mainline railway station on the Great Eastern Main Line.
With regular, direct intercity services, travelers can reach London Liverpool Street in approximately 90 minutes, making Needham the ultimate location for those seeking a perfect balance of rural serenity and city accessibility.
IMPORTANT NOTE TO POTENTIAL PURCHASERS & TENANTS: We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact.
The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given.
All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed.
If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are traveling some distance to view.
POTENTIAL PURCHASERS: Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller.
Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Checks: In accordance with current legislation, all purchasers are required to complete AML and identity verification once an offer is accepted.
Checks are carried out by our approved third-party provider, Landmark. A non-refundable fee of £30 incl VAT (per person) is payable in advance.
A memorandum of sale will not be issued until satisfactory completion of these checks.
POTENTIAL TENANTS: All properties are available for a minimum length of time, with the exception of short term accommodation. Please contact the branch for details.
A security deposit of at least one month’s rent is required. Rent is to be paid one month in advance. It is the tenant’s responsibility to insure any personal possessions.
Payment of all utilities including water rates or metered supply and Council Tax is the responsibility of the tenant in most cases. HRL260044/2
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About High Road, Needham, Harleston, Norfolk, IP20
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