Guide price
£300,000
(£298/sq. ft)
2 bed semi-detached house for saleStoke By Nayland, Colchester, Suffolk CO6
2 beds
1 bath
1 reception
1,007 sq. ft
EPC Rating: E
Freehold
About this property
Highly significant Grade II* listed cottage
Central location within Stoke-by-Nayland
Approximately 1,000 sq. Ft. Of accommodation
Two generously proportioned bedrooms
Impressive entrance hall with approximately 12-foot ceilings
Dual-aspect sitting room with corner fireplace
Fitted kitchen and ground-floor bathroom
Partly walled rear garden with mature silver birch
Situated within the Dedham Vale protected landscape
Conveniently placed for Colchester, Ipswich, Sudbury and the Suffolk/Essex border
Guildhall Cottages is an enchanting two bedroom, end of terrace Grade II* listed cottage, prominently positioned at the heart of the highly regarded village of Stoke by Nayland. Believed to date from the medieval period with a jettied front elevation, this historically significant home displays a wealth of character and architectural interest, with accommodation extending to approximately 1,000 sq. Ft. Across two floors.
Guildhall Cottages is an enchanting two bedroom, end of terrace Grade II* listed cottage, prominently positioned at the heart of the highly regarded village of Stoke by Nayland. Believed to date from the medieval period with a jettied front elevation, this historically significant home displays a wealth of character and architectural interest, with accommodation extending to approximately 1,000 sq. Ft. Across two floors.
The property is entered through a generously proportioned reception hall, where impressive ceiling heights of approximately 12 feet and an abundance of exposed timbers create an immediate sense of scale and heritage. From here, the accommodation opens into a dual aspect sitting room, featuring a corner fireplace together with Crittall leaded light windows that provide attractive natural light and views across the village setting. A staircase rises to the first floor, while the fitted kitchen is positioned toward the rear of the cottage.
The remainder of the ground floor accommodation comprises a useful under stairs storage cupboard, a rear hall and a bathroom. On the first floor, a linear landing provides access to two generously proportioned bedrooms, each benefiting from the distinctive proportions and character associated with a property of this age with a further useful room that can be utilised as a study or dressing room.
Outside, the cottage is complemented by a partly walled rear garden, providing an attractive and relatively private space in which to relax or entertain. A mature silver birch forms an appealing focal point within the grounds. Access to the rear is available over neighbouring properties.
Stoke-by-Nayland is one of the region's most admired villages, positioned close to the Suffolk–Essex border within the protected landscape of the Dedham Vale.
The village is renowned for its historic architecture, landmark church and picturesque rural surroundings, while also supporting an active community and a well-regarded Church of England primary school and nursery. The surrounding countryside is characterised by gently rolling farmland, ancient hedgerows, wooded valley slopes and scenic lanes, offering excellent opportunities for walking, cycling and the enjoyment of the wider Stour Valley landscape.
The property's central village position combines the appeal of an exceptional period setting with access to the wider commercial and cultural centres of Colchester, Ipswich and Sudbury. Nearby road connections place Colchester and Ipswich within practical driving distance, providing access to broader shopping, educational, recreational and transport facilities. This combination of historic character, manageable accommodation, village amenities and access to surrounding towns is likely to appeal to permanent residents, downsizers, second-home purchasers and buyers seeking a distinctive lifestyle property.
Tenure: Freehold Property
services: Mains water, drainage and electricity are connected. Oil fired heating. Note: None of these services have been tested by the agent.
EPC rating: Band E
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local authority: Babergh District Council, Endeavour House, 8 Russell Road, Ipswich, IP1 2BX . Band: C
viewing: Strictly by prior appointment only through David Burr.
Notice: Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of these sales details, they are for guidance purposes only and prospective purchasers or lessees are advised to seek their own professional advice as well as to satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their correctness. The measurements, description, distances, journey times etc. Are provided as a guide only and should not be relied upon as entirely correct.
No representation or warranty whatsoever is made in relation to this property by David Burr or its employees nor do such sales details form part of any offer or contract.
Guildhall Cottages is an enchanting two bedroom, end of terrace Grade II* listed cottage, prominently positioned at the heart of the highly regarded village of Stoke by Nayland. Believed to date from the medieval period with a jettied front elevation, this historically significant home displays a wealth of character and architectural interest, with accommodation extending to approximately 1,000 sq. Ft. Across two floors.
The property is entered through a generously proportioned reception hall, where impressive ceiling heights of approximately 12 feet and an abundance of exposed timbers create an immediate sense of scale and heritage. From here, the accommodation opens into a dual aspect sitting room, featuring a corner fireplace together with Crittall leaded light windows that provide attractive natural light and views across the village setting. A staircase rises to the first floor, while the fitted kitchen is positioned toward the rear of the cottage.
The remainder of the ground floor accommodation comprises a useful under stairs storage cupboard, a rear hall and a bathroom. On the first floor, a linear landing provides access to two generously proportioned bedrooms, each benefiting from the distinctive proportions and character associated with a property of this age with a further useful room that can be utilised as a study or dressing room.
Outside, the cottage is complemented by a partly walled rear garden, providing an attractive and relatively private space in which to relax or entertain. A mature silver birch forms an appealing focal point within the grounds. Access to the rear is available over neighbouring properties.
Stoke-by-Nayland is one of the region's most admired villages, positioned close to the Suffolk–Essex border within the protected landscape of the Dedham Vale.
The village is renowned for its historic architecture, landmark church and picturesque rural surroundings, while also supporting an active community and a well-regarded Church of England primary school and nursery. The surrounding countryside is characterised by gently rolling farmland, ancient hedgerows, wooded valley slopes and scenic lanes, offering excellent opportunities for walking, cycling and the enjoyment of the wider Stour Valley landscape.
The property's central village position combines the appeal of an exceptional period setting with access to the wider commercial and cultural centres of Colchester, Ipswich and Sudbury. Nearby road connections place Colchester and Ipswich within practical driving distance, providing access to broader shopping, educational, recreational and transport facilities. This combination of historic character, manageable accommodation, village amenities and access to surrounding towns is likely to appeal to permanent residents, downsizers, second-home purchasers and buyers seeking a distinctive lifestyle property.
Tenure: Freehold Property
services: Mains water, drainage and electricity are connected. Oil fired heating. Note: None of these services have been tested by the agent.
EPC rating: Band E
WHAT3WORDS: dolphins.swoop.loopholes
local authority: Babergh District Council, Endeavour House, 8 Russell Road, Ipswich, IP1 2BX . Band: C
viewing: Strictly by prior appointment only through David Burr.
Notice: Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of these sales details, they are for guidance purposes only and prospective purchasers or lessees are advised to seek their own professional advice as well as to satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their correctness. The measurements, description, distances, journey times etc. Are provided as a guide only and should not be relied upon as entirely correct.
No representation or warranty whatsoever is made in relation to this property by David Burr or its employees nor do such sales details form part of any offer or contract.
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