Long Thurlow, Badwell Ash, Bury St Edmunds

WOODSIDE COTTAGE An absolutely stunning, individually designed four bedroom house, offering extremely spacious, versatile accommodation set within landscaped grounds . This truly is an exciting and rare opportunity to acquire such a fine dwelling. This impressive property occupies a delightful setting in the hamlet of Long Thurlow close to the neighbouring village of Badwell Ash.

Badwell Ash is a Suffolk village located approximately 12 miles from the historic market town of Bury St Edmunds and approximately 9 miles from the market town of Stowmarket with its main line rail link to London's Liverpool Street Station. Amenities are plentiful in Badwell Ash with a pub, village shop, takeaways, church, village hall and play area.

Bury St Edmunds, with a thousand years of history to explore, offers a wealth of award-winning restaurants, cafes and casual dining. The historic cathedral of St Edmundsbury, once one of the most important monasteries in medieval Europe, is set in the elegant surroundings of the Abbey Gardens and is a centrepiece for the town. There are many local shops, annual festivals and stunning parks. The Apex and Theatre Royal offer a variety of live productions and along with two cinemas provide excellent entertainment for all ages. Bury St Edmunds is truly "a jewel in the crown of Suffolk"  

STEP INSIDE Entrance porch leading through to the reception hall with stairs to first floor, under stairs storage cupboard, wood floor, door to cloakroom with low level WC, and hand wash basin. Door to spacious dual aspect sitting room, feature fireplace with wood burning stone set on a tiled hearth with exposed brickwork, and stone surround. Wood floor, French doors to gardens, and door to inner hallway. Formal dining room with delightful views over the gardens from the French doors. Wood floor. Access to the dual aspect snug/study. Door from the dining room to the impressive kitchen/breakfast room with vaulted ceiling, an extensive range of modern contemporary eye level and base cupboards with granite preparation surfaces over. Electric oven, plate warmer, six-ring gas hob with stainless steel extractor over, integrated dishwasher, and space for an American style fridge/freezer. Central island with storage and sink. French doors to the gardens. Underfloor heating. Separate utility room with base cupboards, sink, integrated washing machine, and tumble dryer. Side door leading out to the driveway. Door to cloakroom with low level WC and hand wash basin. Garden room with vaulted ceiling and two sets of French doors affording superb views over the landscaped gardens.

The first floor boasts four bedrooms all off the landing. Three of the bedrooms have en-suite facilities with bedroom two having a bath aswell as a separate shower cubicle. The family bathroom has a bath, separate shower, twin hand wash basins, low level WC, and bidet.

There is a two-storey studio (formerly the garaging) which offers a variety of uses for the new owners. It is currently being used as a gym on the ground floor. The first floor is triple aspect and has a cloakroom with low level WC and hand wash basin. 

STEP OUTSIDE The property is approached via a part-shared shingle driveway and provides ample parking. There is a wood gate giving access to the rear gardens. The south facing gardens are mainly laid to lawn with six foot fence panelling and laurel hedging giving a good degree of privacy. Brickweave dining terrace for entertaining or relaxing with a good book and a glass of something chilled! There is a separate ornamental garden with topiary, shrub/flower borders, and walk-through pergola. Further seating terraces along the length of the property that can be accessed from various rooms in the house.  

LOCATION Long Thurlow is a small hamlet in Suffolk. Close by in the neighbouring village of Badwell Ash you will find a shop, post office, pub, church and a fish and chip shop, plus plenty of clubs, groups and classes. For those that enjoy the outdoors, there are plenty of pretty walks around the villages and beyond. The nearest railway station is in Elmswell with trains connecting to Cambridge and Ipswich.  

SERVICES Oil Fired Central Heating
Part Under Floor Heating
Mains Electric
Bottled Gas For The Kitchen Hob
Mains Water and Sewer
Council Tax Band - G
EPC Rating - C
 

AGENTS NOTE The vendor is offering a part-exchange option to prospective purchasers. Please contact the agent for further information.