5 bed detached bungalow for sale

Mill Street, Polstead CO6

Enjoying a peaceful riverside setting between the well-regarded villages of Stoke by Nayland and Polstead, this substantial detached chalet provides generous and adaptable accommodation extending to five bedrooms, set within grounds of approximately one-third of an acre.

The property is approached via a generous gravel driveway, providing ample parking for several vehicles together with access to the double garage. Set comfortably back from the road, the house enjoys a private setting with established front gardens and mature planting creating an attractive approach.

Internally, the accommodation is arranged across two floors and offers a practical and well-balanced layout. A welcoming entrance hall provides access to the principal reception rooms together with the ground floor bedroom accommodation.

The sitting room is a well-proportioned reception space, centred around a feature fireplace with fitted shelving and benefiting from contemporary bi-folding doors opening onto the rear terrace. A separate dining room provides further reception accommodation and is well suited to both formal entertaining and everyday family use.

Positioned to the rear of the property, the kitchen/breakfast room is comprehensively fitted with a range of storage units beneath solid timber work surfaces and incorporates a traditional Butler sink, Range cooker and integrated appliances. Direct access onto the terrace further enhances the connection between the internal accommodation and the gardens, whilst an adjoining utility room provides additional storage, appliance space and external access.

Three bedrooms are situated on the ground floor, one of which benefits from an en-suite shower room. A further reception room, currently arranged as a snug and centred around an attractive brick fireplace, offers excellent flexibility and could equally serve as a fifth bedroom if required. A family bathroom serves the remaining accommodation and features a freestanding roll-top bath.

The first floor is arranged around a central landing and comprises the principal bedroom with en-suite shower room together with a further room, ideally suited as a study, home office or dressing room.

Outside, the gardens extend predominantly to the rear and side of the property and have been established over many years to create a private and attractive setting. Expansive lawned areas are complemented by mature trees, established shrubs and seasonal planting, whilst a generous paved terrace provides an excellent space for outdoor entertaining. From various points throughout the garden, attractive views are enjoyed across the River Box, reinforcing the property's peaceful riverside setting.

The property occupies a particularly desirable position on the edge of Constable Country, ideally placed between Stoke by Nayland and Polstead. Stoke by Nayland offers a community shop with post office, public houses including the well-regarded Crown Inn and The Angel Inn, together with the renowned Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf & Spa. The surrounding countryside provides an extensive network of footpaths and bridleways, whilst the nearby towns of Sudbury, Colchester and Ipswich offer a wider range of shopping, educational and recreational facilities. Mainline railway services to London Liverpool Street are available from nearby stations, making the property equally suited to those seeking a permanent residence or a well-connected country retreat.

EPC Rating: E

Sitting Room (5.66m x 4.93m)

Kitchen (4.55m x 4.24m)

Utility (2.26m x 2.08m)

Dining Room (5.56m x 3.38m)

Bedroom 1 (4.95m x 4.04m)

Bedroom 5/Dressing Room (3.35m x 2.51m)

Bedroom 2 (4.85m x 3.96m)

Bedroom 3/Snug (3.96m x 3.66m)

Bedroom 4 (3.35m x 3.35m)

Garage (6.50m x 4.93m)