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Welcome to Suffolk Lifestyles The market has really picked up over the last six months, with lots of fabulous properties coming onto our books. There has been a real diversity in the new instructions we have taken on so we do hope you will enjoy browsing through our wonderful selection in this, our final issue for 2013.

With so much to tempt you, and something for every taste, maybe it is time you gave us a call. And, if you are considering selling, do get in touch, as we are always happy to help and offer advice.

Why not enter our competitions?

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A luxury two-night stay at acclaimed Hintlesham Hall

A beautiful collection of Vintage Inspired gardening gifts

A weekend at the wheel of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class

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A day for two at the Spa

ÂŁ400 worth of soft furnishing for your home

A half day’s painting tuition course

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THE OLD GRAIN STORE, BUNGAY A magnificent conversion of an old grain store on the outskirts of Bungay set in gardens and grounds of about an acre and a half.The property itself now provides versatile accommodation including two annexes for family or staff use.

Kitchen Dining Room, Utility Room, Boiler Room & Store Room. Four Principle Bedrooms all with En Suite Facilities. Four Further Bedrooms and a Family Bathroom together with a Home Office. Ample Parking, Detached Double Garage, Landscaped Gardens and Partly Wooded Grounds with River Frontage and Stunning Valley Views The Accommodation extends to 5,534sq ft

Guide Price: ÂŁ649,000 4

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KAFI HOUSE, ST JAMES SOUTH ELMHAM A Magnificent Period Farmhouse with an Annexe,Triple Garage & Studio with No Immediate Neighbours.

Reception Hall, Drawing Room, Sitting Room. Aga Kitchen Dining Room with Pantry & Utility Room. Master Bedroom with En Suite Shower Room & Box Room. Two Further First Floor Bedrooms, Dressing Room & Bathroom. Two Second Floor Bedrooms. Annexe with Living Room, Kitchen, Bedroom & Bathroom. Triple Garage with Studio Over, Ample Parking. Gardens and Grounds extend to about an Acre and a Half. The Accommodation extends to 3,277sq ft

Guide Price: ÂŁ625,000

Diss: 01379 646020

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THE BEECHES, WEYBREAD A magnificent barn conversion & separate self contained annexe in a lovely position.

Drawing Room, Dining Room & Home Office. Kitchen Breakfast Room, Utility Room, Cloakroom. Ground Floor Bedroom with En Suite Shower Room. Second Ground Floor Bedroom & Family Bathroom. Two First Floor Bedrooms & Gallery overlooking the Drawing Room, Separate Bathroom. Annexe Living Room with Kitchenette, Two Bedrooms & a Shower Room - Double Garage & Mower Store, Gardens and. Grounds of About an Acre overlooking a Lake. The Accommodation extends to 2,246sq ft Annexe Approx 1.238sq ft

Guide Price: ÂŁ575,000 6

Diss: 01379 646020

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THE GATEHOUSE, LAKENHEATH An exceptional detached period village house with a wonderful indoor heated swimming pool complex.

Hall, Dining Room & Drawing Room. Bespoke Kitchen Breakfast Room with polished granite Work surfaces. Pool Room, Sauna, Changing Room & Study. Ground Floor Bedroom Four. Master Bedroom with En Suite Cloakroom. Two Further Double Bedrooms & Two Bathrooms. Triple Garage & Workshop Building. Enclosed Landscaped Gardens of Three Quarters of an Acre. The Accommodation extends to c. 3,938sq ft inc Swimming Pool.

Guide Price: ÂŁ500,000

Diss: 01379 646020

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Here at Fine & Country, we’re really going places Director of Sales Essex Fine & Country Stephen Wood

with another new Fine & Country office opening in Dedham With its beautiful Lowland landscape, and the Water Meadows of the River Stour, the village of Dedham forms the boundary between the counties of Essex and Suffolk. Once home to internationally acclaimed artist, John Constable, and my home from childhood, it is now the location of another new Fine & Country Office.

So if you are looking to buy or sell in this area, please contact me on 01206 545476 for a free initial consultation without obligation or email essex@fineandcountry.com

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CO M PE O TI TI N

Win a two-night stay at Hintlesham Hall Hintlesham Hall, a luxurious four red star hotel with a two rosette restaurant, is a haven of comfort and relaxation within a Grade I listed Elizabethan manor house. Set within 175 acres of rolling Suffolk countryside, enjoy fine dining in their award winning restaurant or take a lighter bite in the relaxing atmosphere of the lounge, whilst enjoying the superb views.

They have 33 beautiful bedrooms and suites, all individually decorated with sumptuous fabrics, works of art and antiques, and the most renowned of these is The Braganza Suite, famous for its original lime plaster moulded ceiling in the Carolean sitting room. Take time to pamper yourself from their range of high quality spa and beauty treatments or enjoy a stroll through the aromatic herb and rose gardens before taking tea on the terrace.

Enjoy a two night break for two people, including English breakfast each morning, and dinner on one of the nights of your stay from the table d’hôte menu.

For your chance of winning this fabulous prize, please answer the following question correctly: What is the name of the room famous for its moulded ceiling?

Email your answer to fineandcountry@aboutmedia.co.uk quoting Hotel Prize in the subject header.

The competition closes at 23.59 hours on December 15th 2013 and the lucky winner will be announced in our January newsletter.

The prize must be taken between the 2nd January 2014 and 30th April 2014, excluding Valentines and Hintlesham Hall offer a variety of breaks and special offers, from Bank Holidays and is subject to availability. last minute deals and golfing breaks to Christmas and New Year For more information please visit their website packages. The Hall is also the perfect location for weddings and www.hintleshamhall.com celebrating those special occasions.

F&C Terms and Conditions Fine & Country will automatically add your email address to its own database for occasional marketing purposes.

Your email address will not be shared with any other companies apart from Hintlesham Hall Hotel. Please indicate in your email if you do not wish to be contacted by either Fine & Country or Hintlesham Hall Hotel and we will delete your email address from our records.

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COURTLANDS, STRATFORD ST MARY This gorgeous Grade II Listed house, believed to date back as far as the 14th century, is a delightful mix of both Tudor and Georgian architecture.

The spacious drawing room has large French doors leading out to the garden and the beamed dining room has a lovely inglenook fireplace. A kitchen breakfast room, boot room and utility room complete the ground floor. The first floor comprises four good size bedrooms, two with access to en-suite facilities and a family bathroom. The lovely mature grounds extend to over 0.33 acre. The accommodation extends to 2253sq.ft.

Guide Price: ÂŁ525,000 10

Colchester: 01206 545476

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THE LABURNUMS, HOXNE A Fine Grade II Listed Georgian cottage with an Annexe in a lovely tucked away position set in gardens and grounds of About an Acre in the popular village of Hoxne.

Sitting Room, Dining Room & Study. Bespoke Kitchen, Conservatory & Cloakroom. Four Bedrooms & a Bathroom. One Bedroom Detached Annexe currently used as a Salon. Charming Gardens and Grounds of About an Acre. Timber Tractor Shed & Two Timber Garden Sheds. The Accommodation extends to 1,618sq ft Room

Guide Price: ÂŁ450,000

Diss: 01379 646020

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THATCHED COTTAGE, MIDDLETON Surrounded by idyllic countryside, this property sits on a quite lane, which often sees horse riders or dog walkers gracing its presence.

Instantly charming, this thatched cottage is full of original character. Gorgeous redbrick fireplaces and beams taken from old ships make this the quintessential English country cottage Large L shaped drawing / dining room, kitchen breakfast room, master bedroom with large dressing room, three further bedrooms. Set on a Âź acre plot with exceptional countryside views. The accommodation extends to 2020sq.ft.

Guide Price: ÂŁ479,995 14

Long Melford: 01787 275012

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MILL MEADOW, REDGRAVE An exceptional individual modern detached family house, built to a high standard, set in charming partly wooded gardens and grounds of three quarters of an acre on the edge of the popular village of Redgrave just six miles out of Diss.

Reception Hall, Sitting Room, Study, Dining Room—Kitchen/Family Room, Two Conservatories. Cloakroom, Utility Room—Master Bedroom with Dressing Room & En Suite Bathroom. Three Further Bedrooms, Family Bathroom—Fully insulated Loft Storage accessible from Galleried Landing. Double Garage & Workshop—Bespoke Wrought Iron Automatic Gates. Partly Wooded Gardens and Grounds of Three Quarters of an Acre. The accommodation extends to Approx. 2,956 sq ft

Guide Price: £487,000

Diss: 01379 646020

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N TI TI O PE M CO

Win a collection of vintage inspired Gardening Gifts Pinks and Greens was founded by Kate Carless in 2012, following Kate’s long love of gardening and old vintage work-wear. The inspired collection of practical garden work clothing carries the vintage style, trims and buttons so loved by Kate. When designing the range it was important to Kate that the clothing could be worn in the garden and that you could pop to the post office too!

The delightful Pinks and Greens range includes gardening smocks and dungarees, gorgeous gardening aprons for ladies and men and potting coats and jackets, all made in Suffolk. There are also plenty of gift ideas such as hand turned oak dibbers, traditional garden lines, children’s gardening boxes and bird-scarer bunting.

All this and more can be found at www.pinksandgreens.co.uk.

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COMPETITION

Pinks and Greens are offering one lucky winner the chance to win a collection of their vintage inspired goods, including a Flower Garden Box with a Gardening Apron, an oak Dibber and a Garden Line, worth approximately £100.

For your chance of winning this fabulous prize, please answer the following question correctly: Where could you easily pop to wearing one of Pinks and Greens gardening smocks?

Send your answer to fineandcountry@aboutmedia.co.uk quoting Pinks and Greens in the subject header.

The competition closes at 23.59 hours on December 15th 2013 and the lucky winner will be announced in our January newsletter. Terms and conditions apply.

Fine & Country will automatically add your email address to its own database for occasional marketing purposes. Your email address will not be shared with any other companies apart from Pinks and Greens. Please indicate in your email if you do not wish to be contacted by either Fine & Country or Pinks and Greens and we will delete your email address from our records.

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THE OLD COTTAGE, THRANDESTON A Detached Grade II Listed Thatched Cottage with a Detached Annexe overlooking the green at Thrandeston.

Four Reception Rooms. Bespoke Breakfast Kitchen. Two Bedrooms ; Luxurious Bathroom and a Cloakroom. Self Contained Annexe called ‘The Nook’. Outbuildings, Gardens and Grounds of 1 .3 acres. Hard Tennis Court. The Accommodation extends to 1,631sq.ft.

Guide Price: £400,000

Diss: 01379 646020

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OAKBEAMS, STOKE BY NAYLAND Oak Beams is a charming Grade II listed thatched cottage set in Scotland Street which is one of the most sought after locations in Stoke By Nayland.

This truly delightful cottage simply pulls you in, with its wonderful gardens to the front and rear and impressive character features within; drawing room, dining room sitting room, kitchen and separate breakfast room, five bedrooms with en-suite to the master bedroom, original beams and lovely red brick fireplaces along with the idyllic rural location make this the perfect family home. The accommodation extends to 1945sq.ft.

Guide Price: ÂŁ750,000 18

Long Melford: 01787 275012

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OAK TREE HOUSE, DENHAM An exceptional individual detached modern house enjoying a lovely tucked away position in Church Road set in unusually large gardens for a modern house of approaching a third of an acre in the popular village of Denham just outside Hoxne.

Reception Hall, Cloakroom. Sitting Room, Garden Room & Dining Room. Bespoke Kitchen Breakfast Room. Master Bedroom with En Suite Shower Room. Three Further Bedrooms & a Family Bathroom. Gated Drive with Ample Parking & Single Garage. Landscaped Gardens and Grounds of about a Third of an Acre. The Accommodation extends to 1,837sq ft

Guide Price: ÂŁ355,000

Diss: 01379 646020

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JOSS COTTAGE, NR BURES Nestled in its own quiet solitude but only a short distance from the picturesque Essex village of Alphamstone, Joss Cottage is a traditional country cottage that has been vastly extended to create exceptional space, however it is now in need of a large degree of updating.

This charming cottage has five bedrooms and a shower room on the first floor. The ground floor comprises three reception rooms, a garden room, kitchen breakfast room, utility and downstairs bathroom. The cottage has some lovely features including exposed beams and lovely redbrick fireplaces. The plot is in excess of 4 acres and there is a range of outbuildings. The accommodation extends to 3363sq.ft.

Guide Price: ÂŁ675,000 20

Long Melford: 01787 275012

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NOOK COTTAGE, METFIELD A superb detached Grade II Listed timber frame cottage with a magnificent studio. Set in charming landscaped gardens and grounds in a lovely tucked away position in the heart of Metfield.

Reception Hall, Study & Cloakroom. Sitting Room, Dining Room & Kitchen. Master Bedroom with Luxurious En Suite Bathroom. Two Further Bedrooms, a Dressing Room & a Bathroom. Magnificent Purpose Built Studio/Office Building. Stunning Landscaped Gardens. Outbuildings including Gym & Loggia. The Accommodation extends to c. 1,702sq ft

Guide Price: ÂŁ450,000

Diss: 01379 646020

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THE OLD STABLES, WISSETT An exceptional small equestrian property comprising a barn style dwelling and gardens and paddock land extending to seven and three quarter acres enjoying a tucked away position off The Street in Wissett, just two miles from the popular Suffolk town of Halesworth.

Porch, Living Room & Kitchen Dining Room. Inner Hall & Cloakroom. Landing/Study Area. Three Bedrooms, Family Bathroom. Former Cart Lodge converted to Stabling.

Field Shelter, Five Paddocks with Water Connected. The Accommodation extends to 1,306sq ft

Guide Price: ÂŁ425,000 22

Diss: 01379 646020

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Friday 4 October | 9.30am - 12 noon SENIOR SCHOOL

Saturday 28 September | 10.00am - 1.00pm SIXTH FORM OPEN EVENING

Tuesday 5 November | 6.30pm

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BLOIS HALL, MORRIS GREEN, ESSEX Dating back to c.1550, this stunning property stands testament to its Tudor origins. Now a wonderful family home, it has been loved by the current owner for twenty years, and during that time, carefully restored to its former glory.

This effortlessly elegant home has five excellent reception rooms with intricate timber frame exposed throughout and impressive panelled doors and fireplaces, it displays the true craftsmanship of that time in every way. The triple aspect bespoke kitchen breakfast room comes complete with an Aga nestled in a tiled surround. The master bedroom with en-suite is on the first floor along with three more bedrooms and a bathroom and there are two en-suite bedrooms on the second floor. The beautiful grounds extend to over eight acres and there is a detached two bedroom coach house in the grounds. The accommodation extends to house 4305sq.ft coach house 1560 sq.ft.

Guide Price: ÂŁ1,800,000

Colchester: 01206 545476

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The new S-Class.

Technology that leads the world.

The new S-Class is the most advanced and luxurious Mercedes-Benz yet created.

It exceeds in every dimension you could dream of.

It’s lighter and more aerodynamic, setting a new benchmark in its class. The already impressive standard equipment is joined by innovative technology like Magic Body Control, which ‘sees’ and counteracts bumps in the road for unprecedented comfort.

The new S-Class already has been awarded* the accolade ‘Best of the Best’. That just about says it all.

To experience the new S-Class call your nearest retailer for a test drive. * Automotive Brand Contest 2013

Robinsons Group Mercedes-Benz of Bury St. Edmunds Northern Way, Bury St. Edmunds IP32 6NH 01284 769 676 www.mercedes-benzofburystedmunds.co.uk Official government fuel consumption figures in mpg (litres per 100km) for the Mercedes-Benz range: urban 13.0(21.7)-68.9(4.1), extra urban 23.9(11.8)-85.6(3.3), combined 19.8(14.3)-74.3(3.8). CO2 emissions 334-98 g/km.

Model featured is for illustration purposes only. Full specification, fuel emission figures and pricing yet to be announced. Please contact your Mercedes-Retailer for availability.

Competition

Win a weekend experience driving ‘The Most Advanced Car in the World’, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class.

The most advanced and luxurious Mercedes-Benz yet created, the new S-Class has gone on-sale in the UK. An epitome of luxury, the S-Class adopts a new exterior design. A sportier profile with positively exaggerated lines through the side wall, and a larger radiator grill, distinctly three-dimensional in design, blend in synthesis with its traditional classic architecture and elegant silhouette. With a three engine line up of one diesel, one petrol and one petrol hybrid, the new S-Class offers up to a 9% increase in power over its predecessor, an 18% reduction in CO2 and 22% improvement in fuel consumption. Improved levels of standard equipment over its predecessor include the addition of a reversing camera, COMAND Online NTG 5, full LED Intelligent Light System, DAB digital radio and Keyless Start.

The Magic Body Control suspension system debuts on the new S-Class, creating unprecedented ride comfort, enhanced by the cabin experience, where the seats can, if desired, simulate a hot stone

massage! With all the improvements in technology, in equipment, safety systems and efficiency, the new S-Class accounts for only a 2% rise in price for the S 350 BlueTEC SE Line over the outgoing car.

Prices start from £62,650 OTR. For your chance to win the experience of driving the new Mercedes-Benz S-Class for the weekend, just answer the following question correctly. What percentage has the fuel consumption been improved by in the new S-Class?

A) 15% B) 19% C) 22% Send your answer to fineandcountry@aboutmedia.co.uk quoting Mercedes-Benz in the subject header.

The competition closes at 23:59 hours on December 15th 2013.

Fine & Country will automatically add your email address to its own database for occasional marketing purposes.

Your email address will not be shared with any other companies apart from Robinsons Mercedes-Benz. Please indicate in your email if you do not wish to be contacted by either Fine & Country or Robinsons Mercedes-Benz and we will delete your email address from our records. Winner to be announced in our January newsletter.

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CAROUSEL, REDLINGFIELD An exceptional detached period house set in charming landscaped gardens in a lovely position in the village of Redlingfield just three miles from Eye. Reception Hall, Sitting Room & Dining Room, Kitchen Breakfast Room, Utility Room & Shower Room. Four First Floor Bedrooms, En Suite Shower Room & a Family Bathroom. Ample parking & Garaging, Outbuildings including a useful Workshop. Charming Landscaped Gardens extending to about a third of an Acre. The Accommodation extends to approx. 1,754sq. ft.

Guide Price: ÂŁ425,000 28

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KNIGHTS FARMHOUSE, WITHERSDALE STREET, MENDHAM A lovely old Grade II Listed Farmhouse in need of some updating, in gardens of about 0.4 of an Acre in the village of Mendham.

Magnificent Drawing Room with high Ceiling and Inglenook Fireplace, Dining Room, Sitting Room, Kitchen, Utility Room & Cellar, Two Bathrooms, Five First Floor Bedrooms, Ample Parking, Range of Brick & Pantile Outbuildings, Gardens of Nearly 0.4 of an Acre, The Accommodation extends to 2,553sq ft

Guide Price: ÂŁ400,000

Diss: 01379 646020

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Buy One Get One Free

Bliss Day “our original Day Spa” That’s from just £120 for two people, i.e. just £60 each!

Quote “Fine and Country” when booking

Pay before the end of December 2013 and take within 12 months.

The Small Print 1. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offers. 2. Members discount does not apply.

3. Free day must be taken on the same day as the fully priced day. 4. Clarice House reserves the right to end this promotion at any time and without prior warning. 5. Vouchers are valid for 12 months.

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How would you like to spend the day being pampered at the region’s premier health spa? Suffolk Lifestyles has teamed up with Clarice House Bury St. Edmunds to give you the opportunity to do exactly that!

One lucky reader will win an Original Bliss Day Spa for two people at Clarice House, which includes a Germaine de Capuccini Express Prescriptive Facial, Express Manicure, a two-course lunch in the award winning restaurant and use of the 20 metre swimming pool, sauna, steam and spa bath. As well as a Clarice House robe and towel hire for the day with slippers to keep.

To enter the competition, answer this simple question: What kind of lunch is included with your package?

Please email your answer to: fineandcountry@aboutmedia.co.uk quoting “SPA SUFFOLK” Closing date: Wednesday 11th December 2013

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4 MILL STREET, NAYLAND A family home, full of character and located in one of Suffolk’s most favoured villages.

Built in 1490, Mill House is a fine example of a property of the period, with some outstanding timber beams and a capacious open fireplace. Grade II listed, it was extended in the Georgian period, and is astonishingly spacious; each room is a delightful surprise, and with six double bedrooms, and a quiet and enclosed rear garden with plenty of space to enjoy, this property would serve very well as a family home. There is a garage and off road parking. Nayland is an historic village which has retained several of its independent shops and two pubs and was recently listed by the Sunday Times as one of the UK's Best Places to live in Suffolk. The accommodation extends to 3252 sq.ft.

Guide Price: ÂŁ750,000 32

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SHAELIA, MELLIS An exceptional individual modern detached family house set in gardens and grounds of about a third of an acre in the popular village of Mellis.

Reception Hall, Sitting Room, Dining Room. Kitchen Breakfast Room, Conservatory, Utility & Cloakroom. Master Bedroom with En Suite Shower Room. Four further Bedrooms & a Family Bathroom. Ample Parking, Double Garage. Charming Landscaped Gardens. No Onward Chain. The Accommodation extends to 2,681sq ft

Guide Price: ÂŁ385,000

Diss: 01379 646020

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TAKING CARE OF YOUR EVERY MOVE

At Hamiltons we understand the need to offer an efficient and cost effective service whilst maintaining a personal touch.

Through our years of experience in the removal industry, we have developed our service to make the moving process run smoothly and expertly thus creating a successful moving experience.

We tailor make each and every move down to the finest of details. We understand that, in order to give you the best service possible, we need to have completely discussed and understood your requirements from the very beginning.

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CO M PE TI TI O N

Win £400 worth of beautiful soft furnishings for your home from Norfolk based K&K, Quilts and Fabrics For your chance of winning this fabulous prize, please answer the following question correctly: Who designed the long arm quilting machines?

Send your answer to fineandcountry@aboutmedia. co.uk quoting K&K Prize in the header.

The competition closes at 23.59 hours on December 15th 2013 and the lucky winner will be announced in our January newsletter. Terms and conditions apply.

Fine & Country will automatically add your email address to its own database for occasional marketing purposes. Your email address will not be shared with any other companies apart from K&K Machines Ltd. Please indicate in your email if you do not wish to be contacted by either Fine & Country or K&K Machines Ltd and we will delete your email address from our records.

The prize on offer is up to £400 worth of beautiful soft furnishings for your home from K&K Machines Ltd. The prize must be redeemed before September 2014.

K&K Machines Ltd, based in Hunstanton, Norfolk, is offering one lucky reader £400 worth of soft furnishing. Choose from beautiful hand-made curtains, cushions and loose covers, all made to measure by top seamstress Angela Pickering and her team, using their wide range of quality fabrics, including luxury brands such as Voyage Decoration. Or, treat yourself to one of K&K Machines Ltd wonderful bespoke quilts, made to your own personal design or embroidered as a special gift.

Angela has been making curtains, covers and quilts for over 30 years, and has an excellent reputation for craftsmanship. She will personally take the required measurements, and work with you and your interior designers to ensure you achieve the overall look you desire. Quilting is Angela’s speciality, and her bespoke quilts can be used as unique bedspreads or as eye-catching wall hangings. The quilts are all made on long arm quilting machines that have been designed and manufactured in Norfolk by Angela’s husband John, and are the first sewing machines to be made in the UK for over 30 years.

For more details on the range of products available please visit www.kandkquilting.co.uk

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CRABTREE BARN, ST NICHOLAS SOUTH ELMHAM An exceptional detached timber framed barn conversion presenting weather boarded elevations under a partly thatched and partly reclaimed pantiled roof with some useful outbuildings and Set in gardens and grounds of about an acre and a half.

Stunning Double Height Sitting Room with Vaulted Ceiling. Dining Hall and Aga Kitchen. Utility Room, Cloakroom & Computer Room. Two Ground Floor Bedrooms and a Bathroom. First Floor Master Bedroom with En Suite Shower Room. Guest Bedroom and Guest Shower Room. Garaging and Outbuildings. Gardens and Grounds of about an Acre and a Half. The Accommodation extends to 1,971sq ft

Guide Price: ÂŁ450,000 36

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Issue 2/13 Competition Winners City Break in Cambridge Jacqui Harding Pinney’s Smokehouse Hamper Flora Bagnall Mercedes-Benz for a weekend Matthew Coward £100 Gone Crabbing Gifts Dr Clare Sieber Spa Treat for Two Velda Ovenden

The small, friendly school that gets results for individuals Thetford Grammar School is a friendly and family based community, a high achieving co-educational day school in East Anglia, from rising 4s to the Sixth Form. The strength of this “all through� school is that it enables us to place great emphasis on a supportive environment, one in which pupils take responsibility for themselves and for each other. Our pupils come from all round the region, Norfolk, Suffolk and Cambridgeshire, a testament to our popularity. But come and see for yourselves. Bring your children for a ‘taster’ day with us. Let them be the best judge of whether TGS is the right environment for them. We are confident they will say yes!

To request a prospectus or for further information please call 01842 752840 or e mail: hmsec@thetgram.norfolk.sch.uk Visit our website at www.thetgram.norfolk.sch.uk

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COPPER BEECH, STUSTON A magnificent individual modern detached family house set in gardens and grounds of about a third of an acre in the village of Stuston just outside Diss.

Three Reception Rooms, Kitchen Breakfast Room. Utility Room and Cloakroom and Ground Floor Bathroom. Master Bedroom with En Suite Shower Room. Three Further Bedrooms, Family Bathroom, Separate Cloakroom. Ample Parking and Garaging. Mature Gardens and Grounds of approaching a Third of an Acre. The Accommodation extends to 2,420sq ft

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Diss: 01379 646020

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We look forward to welcoming you to our firmly established Farm Shop in Assington set in the heart of the Suffolk countryside.

We are proud to support our British Farmers, Growers & Producers and this is reflected in the vast range of carefully selected products on offer. Many are “award winning” foods sourced locally and regionally from small Artisan producers, including organic, fair-trade, free range and rare breed varieties. Our objective is to provide our customers with fresh, traceable, good quality, ethically sourced products.

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Enjoy a professional and friendly service from an award winning family business with over 50 years experience in the Oil industry.

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We are now offering an extensive range of "free-from" foods and are very happy to source specialist ingredients wherever possible to suit individual dietary requirements. Personalised Veg Box Delivery Service, Luxury Gift Hampers and Baskets.

Our products include: Free Range Eggs, Cheeses, Sausages, Bacon, Smoked Fish, Handmade Cakes and Preserves, Condiments, Pesto, Olives, Biscuits, Confectionery, Ice Cream, Pies, Pasties and Quiches, Local Ale and Cyder, Free Range Poultry and Rare Breed Meats.

Opening Hours 9.00 am to 5.00 pm Monday to Saturday 10.00 am to 4.00pm Sunday and Bank Holidays

The Street, Assington Suffolk CO10 5LW Tel: 01787 211610 Email: assingtonfarmshop@btinternet.com

Work carried out by OFTEC approved Engineers

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Full installation service by our own fully-trained staff.

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Your old tank taken away and your oil transferred.

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Anti-theft protection devices to make your oil secure.

Call 01362 687144

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MARSH FARM, NR WIVENHOE, ESSEX Central to the life and soul of this much-cherished family home, the views from the house and its surrounding land provide a gentle rhythm to life; from sunrise to sunset, through the seasons with the individual interest that each brings, the views across the river Colne are breath-taking.

As well as 100 acres (40 hectares) of land, this lovely farmhouse has three reception rooms, a spacious farmhouse kitchen with extraordinary views and four double bedrooms. Outside you can walk down through your own meadow to dip your toes in the water, or pop a boat over the seawall at high tide and you’re away! With tastefully restored accommodation in a lovely setting, this is an idyllic paradise. Who could want for more? The accommodation extends to 2141 sq.ft.

Guide Price: ÂŁ1,500,000

Colchester: 01206 545476

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As well as running the hotel and leisure business, the Group is also still involved in the growing, storage, packing and marketing of apples and soft fruit.

L to R: Stuart Passey IT manager, Robert England Farms Manager, Family Directors Carmella Meyer, Tamara Unwin, Robert and Susanna Rendall (MD), Iain Clarke CFO, Marijke Morris Commercial Manager, Matt Manning Operations Director and Winston Wright Hotel Manager

AWARD WINS FOR FAMILY-OWNED Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf & Spa

Champagne corks have been popping at Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf & Spa after the venue was crowned the winner of two prestigious East Anglian Daily Times Business Awards 2013.

At the glittering prizegiving awards dinner in July, the Hotel scooped the Family Business of the Year Award as well as the Business Broadband Initiative Award. They were also voted runner up for the Business of the Year Award out of fifteen category winners.

Situated on the Suffolk/Essex border in stunning Constable Country within an “Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty” the four star Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf & Spa is part of a family owned group of companies which started over 70 years ago as a 120 acre apple farm.

The Hotel now offers eighty contemporary style bedrooms, two championship golf courses, a conference and banqueting complex, a spa and fitness centre, the two AA Rosette Lakes Restaurant, golf clubhouse, retail shops and covered driving range. Just recently five exquisite self-catered Country Lodges were created, overlooking the lake and rolling fairways.

Founders Bill and Devora Peake were true entrepreneurs and launched the Copella fruit juice brand in 1969 (sold to Tropicana UK in 1998), and 3 years later created Stoke

by Nayland Golf Club - which has now developed into the thriving hotel, lodges, golf and spa resort that it is today.

Bill died in 1979, and Devora in 1999, but the next generation had already started working with them in the business in the late ‘70s, and have continued to build on the success of their legacy. Susanna Rendall is Group Managing Director, and her siblings Tamara Unwin, Carmella Meyer and Jonathan Loshak, as well as her son Robert Rendall, are all executive board directors.

The Awards judges, Birketts Solicitors, commented, “Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf & Spa has a highly developed governance and ownership structure. There seems to be a clear undercurrent of family values in the way in which the business is managed and operated.

It is a very dynamic business and there has clearly been a significant amount of investment in providing a comprehensive range of facilities and a quality service.”

Susanna Rendall, Managing Director said: “Receiving this award means so much not only to the family but also to all of our staff across our three companies who we consider to be part of our extended family, and it is wonderful that all our hard work and commitment has been recognised in this way.”

Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf & Spa also won the Business Broadband Initiative Award in recognition of the excellent creative use of broadband technology which has transformed all three businesses, increasing their internet speeds from under 1 Mbps to 20Mbps. Hotel guests can now enjoy all the benefits that superfast broadband can provide.

Hot off the press is the latest news that Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf & Spa is one of the three finalists in the “Best Large Hotel of the Year” category in the 2013 Essex Tourism and Hospitality Awards. The winner will be announced on 23rd October.

For bookings and information please contact the Sales Team on 01206 262836/265837 or email sales@stokebynayland.com

Visit www.stokebynayland.com and www.stokebynaylandlodges.com

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Make the most of your night out by taking advantage of our fantastic discounted room rates - ÂŁ29pp for overnight stays Mon-Thurs or ÂŁ42.50pp for stays Fri-Sat.*

All hotel guests enjoy complimentary use of our indoor pool, sanarium, steam room, Jacuzzi and Technogym – you’ll never want to leave! *Price based on 2 sharing a room with bed & breakfast.

Check out our website for more information about our fabulous New Year’s Eve Gala Ball, New Year’s Eve Supper & Disco, Christmas Day Lunch, Boxing Day Brunch and festive lunches and dinners. Also take a look at our popular Christmas and New Year Short Breaks.

Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf & Spa, Keepers Lane, Leavenheath, Colchester CO6 4PZ For bookings please call 01206 262836/265837 or email sales@stokebynayland.com

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From antique-style flooring for your study to Sisal natural flooring for your landing, at John Doe of Diss we stock and fit them all.

Our expert staff are on hand to advise, and our own fitters will quote any space, whether for your home or office.

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2 LANGTON GROVE, EYE An exceptional individual modern detached family house on a small select development on the outskirts of the castle town of Eye just five miles east of Diss.

Reception Hall, Sitting Room, Dining Room, Study. Kitchen Breakfast Room, Utility Room, Conservatory, Cloakroom. Master Bedroom with En Suite Shower Room. Three Further Bedrooms and a Family Bathroom. Ample Parking & a Double Garage. Landscaped Gardens Front and Rear. The Accommodation extends to approx. 1,908sq ft

Guide Price: ÂŁ345,000

Diss: 01379 646020

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THE LODGE, FRESSINGFIELD A charming Grade II Listed detached thatched cottage in the heart of the popular village of Fressingfield backing onto the churchyard.

Hall, Sitting Room, Dining Room. Kitchen Breakfast Room & Ground Floor Bathroom. Master Bedroom with En Suite Shower Room. Two Further Bedrooms. Off Road Parking for Two Vehicles & a Single Garage. Landscaped Gardens. The Accommodation extends to 1,164sq ft

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The prize on offer is for a half day tuition course, in watercolour or acrylics, worth £200, and includes materials. Held at Linda’s studio, it can be taken as one to one tuition, or for you and up to five guests of your choice. If you prefer the course to take place elsewhere, Linda is willing to travel, but all additional costs incurred must be covered by the winner. The prize must be booked by the 1st April 2014, although it can be taken at a later date.

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Win a half day’s painting tuition course with accomplished artist Linda Matthews Fine & Country has teamed up with professional artist Linda Matthews of Paint ‘n’ Canvas Holidays, to offer one lucky reader the chance to win a painting tutorial course worth £200, either for themselves, or for a group of up to six people, at her studio in Norfolk.

Working as a professional artist and tutor for over thirteen years, Linda is inspired by everything around her. As an artist she prefers the freedom of painting from life, en plein air in the countryside around her studio in the Norfolk Broads, or abroad, especially in France and Morocco where she runs her successful Paint ’n’ Canvas holidays.

Linda’s painting philosophy is, “Wherever you look there is inspiration” and she paints to uplift the observer, keeping colours fresh, not over working or over mixing.

As well as teaching painting and drawing techniques, Linda believes her task as a tutor is to instil confidence in students, so they feel able to develop their own style of work, using subject matter as inspiration not copying. Her own work is in private & corporate collections worldwide, and has been selected for exhibition at the Designer & Artists Copyright Society. Linda’s studio is based at her Broad Skies Gallery in Norfolk, where you can find a delightful collection of her own paintings, prints and greeting cards.

For more details of the courses and holidays that are currently available please visit www.paintncanvasholidays.co.uk or to learn more about the gallery itself visit www.broadskiesgallery.co.uk

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THE RETREAT, HOXNE A Picturesque Grade II Listed 17th Century Detached Thatched Cottage situated at Heckfield Green on the outskirts of the village of Hoxne.

Two Reception Rooms with Beams and Inglenook Fireplaces. Modern Kitchen and Garden Room. Two Staircases. Three Bedrooms. En-Suite Shower Room ; Family Bathroom and Cloakroom. Ample Parking and Attached Single Garage. Charming Cottage Gardens. The Accommodation extends to 1,837sq.ft

Guide Price: ÂŁ345,000 48

Diss: 01379 646020

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