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" Norwich - 19.1 Miles
Beccles - 1.2 Miles
Bungay - 4.9 Miles  

A spacious detached family home, believed to date from 1783 with many original features. The property is set in 0.66 of an acre and is located close to the market town of Beccles. 

Accommodation comprises briefly of:
Storm porch
Reception hall
Kitchen/breakfast room
Sitting room
Garden room
Three double bedrooms
Family bathroom
Front and rear gardens
Two out buildings
Single garage
Set in approx 0.66 of an acre
Paddock
Two timber sheds and a Greenhouse 

The Property The Old Forge is presented in good condition throughout and has a light and spacious feel.  The reception hall welcomes one into the property and runs the full length of the property. It has original floor tiles and windows to the rear and access to the garden. The kitchen/breakfast room is the 'hub' of the house with ample space for table and chairs and an electric woodburner with solid oak surround. There is a generous amount of wooden units and worktops, ceramic sink with drainer and plumbing for all appliances. The sitting room is spacious with an open working fireplace as the main focal point and a window looking out onto the front aspect of the property.  Double doors lead into the garden room which looks out onto the garden beyond, this room also gives access to two out buildings and a single garage.  A wide staircase leads up to the spacious landing.  Upstairs there are three double bedrooms and a newly fitted contemporary bathroom with full suite and roll top bath.  This property has wooden interior doors and double glazing throughout.  

Outside The Old Forge is set in approx 0.66 of an acre with a paddock to the front and the gardens are well stocked with a variety of shrubs and trees.  To the rear of the property an under cover patio are can be found ideal for al fresco style entertaining.  A timber shed and a greenhouse can also be found in the rear garden.  

Location Barsham is a small village on the outskirts of Beccles.  Beccles is a busy market town with many shops, restaurants, schools, pubs and supermarkets.  A market selling fresh produce is held every Friday in the town, there is a local bus station which runs a regular service to Lowestoft, Norwich and many of the smaller villages around.  The town is located on the Waveney River which is a gateway to the Broads network.  The train station runs a link to London Liverpool Street via Ipswich, and the unspoilt Suffolk coastline with the beaches of Southwold and Walberswick are within easy driving distance. 

Tenure Vacant possession of the freehold will be given upon completion. 

Fixtures & Fittings All fixtures and fittings including curtains are specifically excluded from the sale, but may be available in addition, subject to separate negotiation. 

Agents Note The property is offered subject to and with the benefit of all rights of way, whether public or private, all way leaves, easements and other rights of way whether specifically mentioned or not.  

Services Oil fired central heating and hot water. Mains electricity and private drainage. 

Local Authority - Waveney District Council
Tax Band: E
Postcode: NR34 8HQ  "