Saxtead, Suffolk

The hamlet of Saxtead lies about three miles to the west of the popular market town of Framingham. Saxtead and Saxtead Green is well know for its fine example of a Post Mill which continued to operate until the mid 20th Century.

The mid Suffolk market town of Framlingham can be traced to an entry in the Domesday Book (1086) The medieval Framlingham Castle is a major feature and tourist attraction for the area, along with its historic market place and eclectic range of buildings, variety of shops, cafes and restaurants. The town is home to the comprehensive secondary Thomas Mills High School and the independent school Framlingham College. The nearby town of Saxmundham (8 miles) has railway station and connects the A12. and the Suffolk Heritage Coast.

Description - A spacious detached chalet style home standing in beautiful grounds of gardens and paddock extending to 1.6 acres (subject to measured survey). Set well back from the road and overlooking the neighbouring farmland opposite a horse shoe driveway provides ample off road parking and access to the three garages. To the rear a wide lawn garden features mature shrubs and opens to a fenced paddock with mature trees and bordered by woodland. Woodpecker House has well planned and versatile accommodation featuring double glazing and oil fired central heating comprises; Entrance hall, cloakroom, study/4th bedroom overlooks the front garden, large double aspect sitting room with corner fireplace and wood burning stove, patio doors open to the garden. The dining room leads to the conservatory which in turn opens to the garden. A smart fitted kitchen also has a double aspect and leads to the rear lobby/utility with entrance door to the two of the garages. On the first floor there are three well proportioned bedrooms which enjoy garden and countryside views. A spacious and stylish bathroom completes the accommodation.

Accommodation -

Entrance Hall - Staircase to first floor. Tile floor.

Study/Bedroom 4 - Windows overlooking front garden.

Sitting Room - A large double aspect room divided into two areas with central chimney breast and window overlooking the front garden. To the rear, with patio doors opening to the garden. Corner stone faced fireplace with wood burning stove.

Dining Room - Sliding patio doors to:

Conservatory - Double glazed with French doors opening to the rear garden.

Kitchen - Fitted with gloss white finished base and wall cupboards, work surfaces with tiled surrounds and 1 ½ bowl single drainer sink unit. Fitted electric oven and hob with cooker hood over. Built in fridge, plumbing for washing machine. Windows overlooking front and rear gardens. Door to rear.

Lobby - Door to garage.

First Floor -

Landing -

Bedroom - Window to front with fine view over neighbouring countryside. Built in wardrobes. Roof light to rear.

Bedroom - Window overlooking garden to rear.

Bedroom - Window with countryside view to front.

Bathroom - Stylish and spacious bathroom suite, panel bath with shower, moulded twin hand basins with storage below, W.C. Window to rear.

Tenure - Freehold.

Outgoings - Council Tax Band D. Details can be obtained from the East Suffolk Council.

Viewing - Please contact Flick & Son, Ashford House, High Street, Saxmundham, IP17 1AB for an appointment to view. Email: Tel: Ref: 20376/RDB.

Fixtures & Fittings - No fixtures, fittings, furnishings or effects save those that are specifically mentioned in these particulars are included in the sale and any item not so noted is expressly excluded. It should not be assumed that any contents, furnishings or furniture shown in the photographs (if any) are included in the sale. These particulars do not constitute any part of any offer or contract. They are issued in good faith but do not constitute representations of fact and should be independently checked by or on behalf of prospective purchasers or tenants and are furnished on the express understanding that neither the agents nor the vendor are or will become liable in respect of their contents. The vendor does not hereby make or give nor do Messrs Flick & Son nor does any Director or employee of Messrs Flick & Son have any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatsoever, as regards the property or otherwise.