3 bed cottage for sale

Hamlet Cottages, Hopton Road, Thelnetham IP22

The attractive village of Thelnetham has proved over the years to be a popular and sought-after location, lying in unspoilt rural countryside along the north Suffolk border, and offering a beautiful array of many period and attractive properties, whilst having the benefit of a village church and public house. The historic market town of Diss is within close proximity, being seven miles to the east and featuring an extensive and diverse range of many day-to-day amenities and facilities, including a mainline railway station with regular/direct services to London Liverpool Street and Norwich.

Believed to date back to the 16th century, this charming three double bedroom semi-detached cottage is unlisted and combines traditional construction with sympathetic modern additions. Over the years, the property has been thoughtfully extended to both the front and rear, with the addition of a porch and garden room significantly enhancing its versatility and living space. Extending to over 1,700 sq ft, the cottage offers beautifully presented accommodation throughout, blending period character with practical features rarely found in homes of this age. Entry is gained via a bright and welcoming porch, leading into the dining room, a wonderfully characterful space featuring exposed beams, a brick fireplace with inset wood burner, and a large walk-in store/cellar. The generously proportioned kitchen/dining room has been tastefully modernised while retaining its charming cottage feel. This superb space offers an excellent range of storage cupboards, a walk-in pantry, and integrated appliances, including an AEG induction hob, multifunction oven, and electric Aga. Leading from here is the cosy sitting room, which continues the period theme with exposed beams and a further fireplace with wood-burning stove. Completing the ground floor is the impressive garden room, a beautifully bright and airy space with vaulted ceilings that enjoys views over the garden. This area also incorporates a stylish contemporary shower room, featuring a vaulted ceiling and Velux window. The first floor is accessed via two separate staircases, adding to the cottage's unique character. One staircase serves two double bedrooms and the family bathroom, while the second leads to a further double bedroom that benefits from its own wc and hand wash basin. Extending from the side of the cottage is a dedicated office space, complete with a third wood-burning stove, providing an ideal environment for home working. Between the office and the main cottage is a sheltered passageway featuring floor-to-ceiling log storage, ensuring a plentiful supply of wood for all three stoves.

Found within beautiful rural countryside, this charming cottage enjoys far-reaching field views from a variety of aspects, creating a wonderfully peaceful setting to call home. The gardens have been thoughtfully arranged into three distinct areas, facing east, west and south, allowing you to make the most of the sunshine throughout the day, from morning coffee in the first light to relaxing evenings as the sun sets. A true haven for gardening enthusiasts, the grounds are perfectly suited to those with a passion for growing their own fruit and vegetables. Within the gardens you will find a generous patio area ideal for outdoor dining, barbecues and entertaining family and friends, alongside a new Rhino greenhouse and a substantial storage shed measuring 15'9" x 9'9", both of which have been added by the current owners. The cottage itself is approached via attractive brick and flint walls, complemented by a colourful variety of flowers, shrubs and mature planting that create a striking and welcoming first impression. There is parking in front of the property, additional parking and a single garage are conveniently located to the side of the adjoining cottage, tucked away from the road for added practicality and peace of mind.

Entrance porch:

boiler room: - 1.12m x 1.19m (3'8" x 3'11")

dining room: - 4.62m x 3.61m (15'2" x 11'10")

utility room/cellar: - 1.63m x 2.57m (5'4" x 8'5")

kitchen: - 3.51m x 5.94m (11'6" x 19'6")

living room: - 3.91m x 4.67m (12'10" x 15'4")

garden room: - 4.19m x 3.3m (13'9" x 10'10")

office: - 2.69m x 4.09m (8'10" x 13'5")

first floor - landing:

bedroom: - 4.7m x 3.48m (15'5" x 11'5")

bedroom: - 3.61m x 4.7m (11'10" x 15'5")

bedroom: - 3.91m x 3.94m (12'10" x 12'11")

WC: - 1.14m x 1.6m (3'9" x 5'3")

bathroom: - 2.92m x 1.7m (9'7" x 5'7")

agents note Material Information regarding the property can be found in our Key Facts for Buyers interactive brochure located in the Virtual Tour no. 3 thumbnail.

Services
Drainage - Septic tank
Heating - Oil
EPC Rating D
Council tax band B
Tenure - Freehold

Anti-Money Laundering Fee Statement
To comply with hmrc's regulations on Anti-Money Laundering (aml), Whittley Parish are legally required to conduct aml checks on every purchaser(s) once a sale is agreed. We use a government-approved electronic identity verification service from Landmark to ensure compliance, accuracy, and security. This is approved by the Government as part of the Digital Identity and Attributes Trust Framework (diatf).

The cost of anti-money laundering (aml) checks is £50 + VAT (£60 inc VAT) per purchase, payable in advance after an offer has been accepted. This fee to Whittley Parish is mandatory to comply with hmrc regulations and must be paid before a memorandum of sale can be issued. Please note that the fee is non-refundable.