4 bedroom detached house for sale

Part of our Signature collection, this Grade II Listed thatched cottage is on the edge within easy reach of the historic village of Long Melford. This beautifully presented four bedroom property offers timeless character and charm, set in a generous plot with stunning mature gardens creating a peaceful retreat with countryside views.

With its exquisite interior and idyllic rural setting, this attractive cottage perfectly combines period elegance with modern family comfort.



The entrance hall has an understairs cupboard and provides access to the staircase and all ground floor accommodation.

The living room benefits from two windows, an open fireplace with oak bressummer and brick built surround, exposed timbers.

The study is connected to the inner hall which runs along the rear of the property. The shower room is next to the ground floor bedroom three which has dual aspect windows, exposed brick wall with an oak bressummer above an inset stove and exposed timbers. The shower room comprises a low level WC, wash hand basin, walk-in shower, airing cupboard and a heated towel rail.

The kitchen has a range of hand-built wall and base units, an abundance of work surfaces butler sink with mixer taps, plumbing for washing machine, integral electric oven and an induction hob with extractor over. There is an integral fridge freezer and dishwasher, exposed ceiling and timbers. The flooring is exposed brick which leads to the dining room which has dual aspect windows, red brick fireplace and a stable door to the front garden.

The sun room is the oak framed extension and benefits from panoramic field views from full height double glazed windows. Double oak doors lead to the rear garden and there are skylights allowing an abundance of natural light.

The utility room has a built-in storage cupboard, understairs cupboard and a door to the rear. A second staircase leads to bedroom four / office.

The staircase provides access to bedrooms one and two. Bedroom one has dual aspect windows, oak floorboards and has an en-suite shower room comprising low level WC, wash hand basin and shower cubicle, exposed brickwork and chimney breast.

Bedroom two has exposed oak floorboards, dual aspect windows and a recess for storage.

Outside
The garden wraps around the entire property. To To the front is a large gated shingle driveway with parking for multiple vehicles. There is an EV charging point installed. The front garden has a low hedge with a gate and has beautifully maintained flower beds and mature shrubs.

There is a summer house overlooking the lawn and impressive willow tree. There is a shingle pathway through a flower arch. A bridge positioned above the pond leads to a natural woodland area with a large pergola. There is a storage shed and a bakehouse which is currently being used as a workshop.

There is an allotment which has an abundance of flowers and a greenhouse. A side gate leads to the driveway.




Location

Long Melford is a highly sought-after village situated a short drive from the market town of Sudbury and within easy reach into Bury St. Edmunds.

The historic village of Long Melford is a popular village with a good range of local amenities including boutique shops and galleries, cafes, public houses and restaurants. Both Melford Hall and Kentwell Hall attract tourists and there is a good sense of community. The nearby market town of Sudbury offers a wider range of shopping and leisure facilities including a branch rail link to London Liverpool Street via Marks Tey (journey time of about 75 minutes).


Directions

SatNav - Postcode CO10 9BD


Important Information

Council Tax Band – F
Services - We understand that mains water, gas, drainage and electricity are connected to the property.
Tenure - Freehold
EPC rating – Exempt as Grade II Listed

Agent's Note
The property is Grade II Listed.
There is planning permission approved for the erection of an open ended cart lodge on the driveway.