Location

Midsummer Barn is perfectly situated in a serene and picturesque location, offering the perfect balance of peaceful rural living while still being close to essential amenities and transport links. The fact that it overlooks farmland and countryside must provide a wonderfully tranquil setting, making it an ideal retreat.

Being just two miles from Stoke by Clare and four miles from Clare, you have easy access to these villages, along with the convenience of a market town nearby. The location within the hamlet of Boyton End is ideal for those seeking privacy and a rural lifestyle, but with all the advantages of nearby towns and villages.

The easy access to major routes, including the A1307, A11, and M11 motorways, as well as the proximity to Cambridge, ensures that you're well-connected to both local and regional destinations. Cambridge, being a university city, offers a wealth of cultural, educational, and professional opportunities.

Additionally, the proximity to historic villages like Cavendish, Long Melford, and Lavenham—all rich in history and character—provides plenty of opportunities for exploration and enjoyment of the local heritage.

The nearby independent schools at Barnardiston and Stoke College make the area an attractive option for families, offering a high standard of education and close access to quality schooling.

Description

Midsummer Barn is a Grade II listed former tithe barn converted into a stylish country home filled with much charm and character. The combination of exposed beams, timbers, and Inglenook fireplaces give the space a warm and inviting atmosphere. Plus, the 1.65 acres of landscaped gardens make for a peaceful and scenic setting, perfect for outdoor relaxation or hosting gatherings. A double bay cart lodge and workshop add such practical appeal, blending history with modern functionality.

The property is laid out over two floors and comprises of a covered porch which draws the outside in with its extensive glazing, making the entire home feel light and airy. The impressive sitting room is an open plan space and focal point for the ground floor with its brick Inglenook fireplace, and full-height chimney breast as well as natural oak flooring, full height glazed doors to the rear aspect with wooden shutters. This space encourages a sense of connection, flowing effortlessly from the sitting area into the kitchen and study.

The study with its built-in storage along with the snug/living room, provides plenty of cozy retreats within the larger open-plan layout. The dining room is adjacent to the kitchen/breakfast room with a feature tiled floor along with full height glazed doors and windows leading out to the paved terrace and gardens, perfect for al fresco dining.

The kitchen/breakfast room continues the charm with its traditional style units, complete with a Smeg Range cooker, twin butler sink, wood style work surfaces and a practical walk-in pantry with extensive shelving. The boot room and utility areas add a further practical touch, with ample space for storage, laundry, and access to both front and rear gardens.

The guest suite/bedroom two, with its spacious en suite shower room, offers privacy and comfort. The other bedrooms, including the principal suite with its semi-vaulted ceiling and en suite dressing room, provide tranquil spaces to relax. The en suite bathroom in the principal suite is elegantly designed, offering a perfect retreat.

The first-floor principal reception room, which over looks the kitchen and sitting room, is the perfect place to relax and entertain, with dramatic high ceilings, a large wood burning stove, and beautiful countryside views. It's a space where the history of the barn truly comes to life.


Outside

The grounds surrounding the property are absolutely enchanting and meticulously designed. The pebble stone carriage driveway leading to the extensive courtyard parking area creates a welcoming entrance. It's easy to imagine arriving at the property, with the outbuilding featuring a two-bay cart lodge with light and power, perfect for housing vehicles or additional storage, and the workshop with its flint and brick walls add to the rustic charm.

The mature landscaped gardens offer a mix of beauty, tranquility, and natural charm. The lawn areas, dotted with a wide variety of mature shrubs, bushes, and trees provide a stunning backdrop to outdoor living. The rose garden, framed by neatly shaped hedgerows, is a particularly lovely feature, leading from the garden near the barn to the principal gardens. The wooded copse and longer natural grass area at the far end provide a sense of seclusion and privacy, bordered by farmland and countryside, which must offer stunning views all year-round.

The vegetable garden, with its beds, greenhouse and fruit cage provide ample space for growing your own produce. The secluded paved patio area for outdoor is perfect for outdoor entertaining and relaxing. The timber summerhouse/garden store at the far end of the property provides additional storage or a peaceful retreat to enjoy the natural surroundings.

With a total of 1.8 acres of grounds, this property offers ample space for outdoor activities, gardening, or simply relaxing.