Situation
The property is situated in the village of Claydon, to the west of Ipswich
town centre, with easy access from the main A14 at the Claydon Interchange.
Access to the property is via Church Lane. The property is adjacent to the
historic St Peter’s Church.
Description
The Old Rectory
A significant Suffolk Grade II Old Rectory comprising a fine two - storey
country house, dating back to the mid 16th Century with additional Victorian
extensions. The accommodation has been converted to offices with fast
broadband connection, kitchen and WC facilities, and generous car parking. The
property is currently let on a lease, which is due to expire in February 2024.
Subject to vacant possession, there would be potential to restore the offices
to create a large residential dwelling with attractive original features such
as fireplaces, ornate ceilings and staircase complimented externally by the
Garden Walls, Towers and Grotto, which are also listed Grade II
The Gatehouse
The Gatehouse comprises a self - contained building at the entrance to the main
site comprising approximately 128. 58 sq m (1, 384 sq ft) with 6 onsite car
parking spaces. The property is currently let on a licence basis.
New Two - storey Offices
Planning permission has been granted for the construction of a new two - storey
office building, with 25 car parking spaces. All plans and elevations are
available upon request. The building would comprise 405. 51 sq m (4, 365 sq ft)
in total, situated at the rear of The Old Rectory with its own self - contained
entrance from Church Lane (the foundations have already been implemented to
slab level and the new entrance has been completed).
Externally
There are attractive grounds surrounding this property with a number of
important trees which are subject to Tree Protection Orders ('TPO'), as
follows: A Lime Tree at the existing entrance, 2 x Beech on the drive to the
walled garden (adjacent to the historic church), a
Lebanese Cedar (main feature of the grounds), a Horse Chestnut in the back
area near the new build, and 27 Limes adjacent to the wall at the rear on the
Old Rectory.
Accommodation (all areas are approximate)
The Old Rectory: 612. 30 sq m / 6, 591 sq ft
The Gatehouse: 128. 58 sq m / 1, 384 sq ft
New Two - storey Offices: 405. 51 sq m / 4, 365 sq ft
Total Area: 1, 146. 39 sq m / 12, 340 sq ft
Site Area: 2. 34 hectares / 5. 79 acres
Services
We understand that mains electricity and water are connected to the property.
There is no service charge. Nb: None of the services have been tested and it
is the responsibility of the proposed purchaser to satisfy themselves as to
their operation/condition including all it and
telecommunications links.
**EPC**
EPCs will not be required as the building and demise are Listed.
Business Rates
The Old Rectory: Rateable Value £49, 500.
The Gatehouse: Rateable Value £10, 750.
All interested parties should contact Babergh Mid Suffolk Council.
Planning
Copies of all Planning Consents, Reports, & Development Queries are available
on request to the Vendor’s Agent. The Local Planning Authority is Babergh Mid
Suffolk Council.
Price
The property is available on a freehold basis at offers in the region of £1. 7
million. VAT is not applicable. It is the Vendor’s intention to sell the
property with vacant possession as at 5th February 2024, unless the tenants of
The Old Rectory wish to remain and sign a long lease. The vendor would
consider new leases on all or part for a minimum term of 7 years.

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