Substantial office complex for sale in a prime strategic location on the outskirts of Ipswich.
Wherstead Park, located to the south of Ipswich, presents a unique opportunity to purchase substantial business accommodation extending to 86,740 sq ft. (8,059 sq m.), offering investment, occupational and conversion opportunities. In addition to the 17.5 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, a further 8.13 acres accessed directedly off the adjoining roundabout junction provides an excellent development opportunity and scope to construct a new access road to serve the main complex.
The location of the property, which is adjacent to the A14/A137, provides strategic advantages and convenient access to key locations such as London, Cambridge and the Midlands. Both Ipswich and Manningtree are a short drive away offering regular mainline rail services to London Liverpool Street with a journey time of around an hour.
The main building offers flexible office accommodation arranged over three floors, centred around an impressive atrium and served by a fully fitted commercial kitchen and canteen. Additional office space can be found in Bridge House which is attached to the main complex, and The Stables, a two-storey brick building adjacent to the main entrance. The premises are currently let to various tenants on FRI business leases, with further details available upon request.
The elegant Georgian former manor house, known as The Mansion, dates back to the 18th Century and retains many fine period features. This striking building is fully integrated into the main complex and provides a range of meeting and function rooms set around a grand entrance hall. Other buildings provide storage and workshop facilities. The site benefits from extensive on-site parking and the remainder of the grounds have been thoughtfully landscaped with mature trees, planted flowerbeds and well-maintained lawns.