Summary - READS HALL NORWICH ROAD MICKFIELD STOWMARKET IP14 5LU
7 bed 5 bath Detached
Exceptional Grade II* manor with cottage, modern barn and 4.75 acres of grounds.
Grade II* listed medieval manor — historic fabric, listing restrictions apply
Approached via private half‑mile drive — excellent seclusion and privacy
Grounds 4.75 acres: orchard, two‑acre meadow and part‑moat with far views
Vaulted first‑floor sitting room with medieval roof timbers and crown post
Detached two‑bed cottage — previously produced holiday‑let income
Modern oak‑framed Suffolk barn (2020) — versatile ancillary space
Warmed by electric heating plus three Jøtul wood‑burning stoves (no mains gas)
Large plot and listed fabric will require ongoing maintenance and conservation
Read Hall is a rare surviving Grade II* medieval manor approached via a private half‑mile drive, set within 4.75 acres of moated gardens, orchard and two acres of meadow. The principal house dates to the 15th century and retains striking period detail — exposed timbers, Tudor brick floors, leaded lights, original joinery and a vaulted first‑floor sitting room with smoke‑blackened crown post. Modern comforts include electric heating and three Jøtul wood‑burning stoves.
The estate includes a detached two‑bed cottage (formerly a successful holiday let) and a contemporary oak‑framed Suffolk barn built in 2020, offering flexible guest, rental or ancillary use. Landscaped lawns, mature specimen trees and an orchard of apple, walnut and pear provide privacy and long rural views, while off‑street parking and a gravel turning area serve vehicles comfortably.
This property will suit buyers looking for a high‑character country home with substantial land and secondary income potential. Prospective owners should note the Grade II* listing: any alterations will require listed‑building consent and can limit structural or interior changes. The house is warmed by electric heating supplemented by wood burners; there is no mention of mains gas.
Practical points to consider: the large plot and historic fabric demand regular maintenance and conservation‑minded investment. Council tax is described as quite expensive. For those prepared to accept listed‑building responsibilities, Read Hall offers an exceptional combination of history, seclusion and contemporary outbuildings in a tranquil Suffolk setting.
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