Property description
Mortimers of Woodridge are delighted to offer for sale this three bedroom character cottage, steeped in history and charm. The Old School House is a stunning Grade II Listed cottage, dating back to the early 16th/17th centuries. This characterful home boasts an array of exquisite period features, including exposed wall and ceiling beams, a striking crown post roof structure, traditional panelling, and an impressive open-backed fireplace. Situated in the popular Suffolk village of Melton with good access to a local primary school, shops, pubs, recreation ground, and active parish council, which oversees local planning and community projects. While new housing developments have brought growth, the village retains a balance of historic character, natural landscapes, and community spirit.
ACCOMMODATION
Arranged over two floors, the property provides a well balanced layout combining historic charm with modern comfort:
Entrance Hall 7' x 3'
Enter via entrance door to entrance hall, with door off to kitchen and further door leading through to Sitting Room.
Kitchen 16' 1 (max) x 7' 11 (max)
Shaker style kitchen with a range of base and eye level wall units, inset single drainer sink unit, space for freestanding oven with wall mounted extractor fan over, along with additional spaces for under unit freezer, further freestanding fridge/ freezer, space and plumbing for washing machine. Window overlooking rear garden, stable door to rear garden and internal door to pantry style storage cupboard.
Family Bathroom 9' 10 (max) x 7' 11 (max)
Four piece suite comprising low level wc, hand wash basin, walk in shower cubicle with wall mounted shower over and freestanding roll top bath with two skylights over and wall mounted radiator.
Dining Room - 12' x 11' 9
Window to front aspect overlooking garden, exposed beams, wall mounted radiator and a stunning open-backed fireplace flowing into the Sitting Room.
Sitting Room - 15' 7 x 11' 9
Window to front aspect overlooking garden, with further exposed beams, wall mounted radiator, a connecting door leading to Snug/ Playroom,
Snug/Playroom - 15' 7 x 9' 8
Window to front aspect overlooking garden, wall mounted radiator.
An enclosed staircase leads to the first floor, where the accommodation continues:
First Floor Landing
Landing with access to three well-proportioned double bedrooms, wall mounted radiator and window to front aspect.
Bedroom - 12' 11 x 11' 9
Built-in wardrobes, window to rear aspect, exposed beams, wall mounted radiator and a door to en-suite cloakroom, showcasing elegant panelled walls.
Bedroom 13' 9 x 9' 8
Window to side aspect, exposed beams, wall mounted radiators and built in wardrobes.
Bedroom 11' 4 x 11' 1
Unique glazed glass panels above the door providing further light from the hallway, feature stone fireplace, with exposed beams with various historic etchings.
Outside
The property benefits from a private, walled garden, predominantly laid to lawn with flower and shrub borders and patio/ pathways leading to entrance doors. Parallel to the wall there is allocated parking for the property.
Council Tax Band: C
Tenure: Freehold
Parking options: On Street, Residents
Garden details: Enclosed Garden, Private Garden
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