Cottage for sale in Grange Road, Wickham Skeith, Eye IP23

Nestled in the idyllic rural countryside, this property enjoys a tranquil setting set back from a small country lane on the outskirts of the picturesque village of Wickham Skeith. The village boasts a delightful array of many period properties near the north Suffolk borders and is conveniently located just 9 miles south of the historic market town of Diss, offering a wide range of day-to-day amenities, as well as a mainline railway station providing regular/direct services to London Liverpool Street and Norwich. For more amenities, the bustling town of Bury St Edmunds is a short 23-mile drive west, while the market town of Stowmarket is just 9 miles south. Mendlesham is a 10 minute drive away having a health centre, convenience store/post office, fish and chip shop and a public house. There is also a primary school with special educational needs unit.

Believed to date back to the 1800s, this charming cottage has undergone significant extensions over the years. The property is beautifully presented throughout, tastefully enhanced and upgraded to a high specification, offering well-designed and practical living spaces while still retaining plenty of charm and character. The two larger bedrooms on the first floor are well-proportioned, with the primary bedroom boasting the luxury of en-suite facility, in addition to a nicely presented family bathroom. On the ground floor, there is an open-plan lounge/diner separated by an open studwork, creating two distinct living areas. The kitchen stands out, being in excellent condition and of a high specification. The westerly-facing conservatory complements the kitchen, providing delightful views and access to the westerly-facing rear gardens.

The rear gardens are generously sized, beautifully landscaped, and a standout feature. Thoughtfully designed and planted, they promise an abundance of vibrant colours throughout the summer. Attractive brick walling and steps lead to a paved patio area, perfect for alfresco dining, which opens onto a lawn area bordered by well-stocked flowerbeds. The garden is enclosed by concrete posts and panel fencing, leading to a well positioned timber summer house. To the front the property has views over a paddock.

Reception room one: - 3.43m x 5.94m (11'3" x 19'6")

Found to the front of the property being a light, bright and airy room with focal point being the fireplace with mellow red brick surround and exposed chimney breast and inset cast iron stove upon a brick hearth. Deep storage cupboard to side. Exposed timbers and beams.

Reception room two:

(Measurements included in Reception Room One) With revealed open studwork giving open plan living to reception room one. Currently serving as a formal dining room area with window to front enjoying a leafy green outlook.

Kitchen: - 3.18m x 2.77m (10'5" x 9'1")

Beautifully presented and of a high specification with an extensive range of wall and floor units, integrated appliances with four ring electric touch hob and extractor above, fitted oven and combi oven to side, dishwasher and fridge/freezer, water softener. Tiled flooring with underfloor heating flowing through to the conservatory.

Conservatory: - 3.20m x 2.21m (10'6" x 7'3")

A upvc double glazed conservatory extension enjoying views and access onto the westerly facing rear gardens.

Rear hallway:

Stable door giving external access and brace and batten internal doors leading to the kitchen and reception room.

WC/utility: - 1.91m x 1.27m (6'3" x 4'2")

Providing practical and useful space with wc and hand wash basin, double stacked washing machine and tumble dryer. Storage cupboard to side. Tiled flooring.

First floor level - landing:

Pine brace and batten doors giving access to the three bedrooms and bathroom. Window to side.

Bedroom one: - 3.48m x 3.73m (11'5" x 12'3")

A generous principal bedroom with the luxury of en-suite facilities. Exposed timbers and beams.

En-suite: - 1.14m x 1.73m (3'9" x 5'8")

Having just been refitted and immaculately presented with tiled shower cubicle, low level wc and hand wash basin over vanity unit. Heated towel rail to side.

Bedroom two: - 3.18m x 2.51m (10'5" x 8'3")

With impressive semi-vaulted ceiling and being a well proportioned second bedroom. Window to rear.

Bedroom three: - 3.45m x 2.18m (11'4" x 7'2")

Enjoying a leafy green outlook to the front, semi-vaulted ceiling and exposed timbers and beams, currently being used as a studio/study.

Bathroom: - 2.06m x 1.47m (6'9" x 4'10")

A matching three piece suite in white with panelled bath and shower over, low level wc and hand wash basin. Fully tiled.

Agents note:

The agent advises the driveway is shared with next door.

Services:
Drainage - mains
Heating - oil
EPC Rating D
Council Tax Band C
Tenure - freehold