Cobbler's Cottage, Sparhawk Street

A BIJOU GEORGIAN COTTAGE, SENSITIVELY REFURBISHED WITH A LARGER THAN AVERAGE SECLUDED COURTYARD GARDEN, LOCATED IN THE CENTRE OF HISTORIC BURY ST. EDMUNDS, CLOSE ENOUGH TO ENJOY A THEATRE ROYAL INTERVAL IN THE COMFORT OF YOUR OWN HOME.

This attractive three bedroom 19th century townhouse has been sensitively refurbished by the current owners: a local award-winning artist. As its name infers, the cottage was purportedly once a cobblers - the quaint shopfront showcases its entrepreneurial roots - and it is highly likely the cobbler lived in the main house. Accommodation includes versatile living space which flows seamlessly from the Entrance Hall connecting the Dining Room, homely Kitchen setup with its useful separate Utility Room through to the relaxed Sitting Room that opens into to a pleasant Garden Room: the ideal home office. Of particular note are the handsome exposed red brick fireplaces, pared back approach to decorating that showcases a wealth of original period features and the recently refurbished bathroom suite. The three uniquely well-proportioned bedrooms complete this easy town centre living.

A serene and secluded, larger than average (for its location) courtyard garden requires little maintenace and offers a high degree of privacy, and with the benefit of a substantial garden storage shed. Permit parking is available. Local tip: Zone F is one of the easier parking zones.

LOCATION:

6 Sparhawk Street is conveniently located within the heart of the historic Cathedral town of Bury St. Edmunds and is situated in arguably one of the most desirable residential enclaves - the town centre conservation area, defined by its 11th century Medieval Grid and enchanting Cathedral Quarter. Situated between Honey Hill and St. Mary’s Square, the bars, restaurants and independent boutique shops of Abbeygate Street and the Market Square are nearby. There are two excellent primary schools in the immediate vicinity. The University City of Cambridge and Newmarket headquarters of British horseracing are easily reached via the A14 east-west major road link and with the M11 providing a fast route to London.

PROVENANCE:

This bijou Georgian cottage has early 19th century roots and is of a timber-frame construction with a rendered façade, while there is a brick and flint extension to the rear. As such the property is Grade II Listed. Purportedly a cobblers, the original shopfront remains in tact, it is highly likely the cobbler resided in the main house.

Pictured within the image carousel: a postcard from the early 1900s captures a glimpse of its entrepreneurial past. By zooming in, you can just about make out crafted items on display in the shop window. Despite the note ‘Sparrowhawk Lane’ it is Sparhawk Street. Juxtapose with today, the attractive streetscene is relatively unchanged save for the Cathedral Millenium tower soaring on the horizon.

Pictured within the image carousel: the street once continued across the Great Churchyard and Abbey site, linking with Northgate Street, but with the building of the Abbey’s West Front the road was re-routed up today’s Honey Hill and along Crown Street and Angel Lane.