Shimpling, Suffolk

An attractive Grade II listed cottage adjoining fields, situated on the rural edge of this well-regarded village.


Situated on the rural fringes of this well-regarded village adjoining fields, Walnut Tree Cottage is an attractive Grade II listed cottage, built of traditional timber frame construction under a thatched roofline.

Believed to date back to the 17th-century, the property boasts many notable original features with a fine exposed frame, original floors and inglenook fireplaces as well as many modern improvements over the years; both combine to provide versatile and well-proportioned accommodation that extends to around 2,100sq-ft.

The accommodation is arranged over two floors, comprising entrance porch with tiled floors, opening through to a large double aspect sitting room with inglenook fireplace housing a wood-burning stove on brick hearth, leading to ‘garden hall’ which forms part of the sitting room with views over the garden, leading to a snug, with double aspect, and door to a study with views to the west across farmland, storage cupboards (housing boiler and hot water tank) and door to a ground-floor bedroom (formerly a garage) with its own independent access to the front garden and drive.

To the east of the central chimney stack is a dining room with brick floors and inglenook fireplace. There is a side hall, leading to a ground-floor shower room, separate WC and utility cupboard, as well as stable door to the back garden.

The well-equipped double aspect kitchen is fitted with a range of matching shaker-style base and eye level units with granite worktop, inset Belfast sink, oil-fired range, space for freestanding electric cooker with extractor over and slate flooring.

The first floor is accessed from two separate staircases with their own landing areas, with the ‘east wing’ comprising two double bedrooms with their own fitted storage, whilst the westerly side has a further double bedroom and large bathroom, fitted with a modern white suite with panelled bath, pedestal wash basin and low level WC, stripped timber floors and wonderful views over the garden and fields beyond.

Outside
Of particular note, are the wonderful gardens at Walnut Tree Cottage. The property is approached from the lane via a timber 5-bar gate onto a gravelled driveway behind well-maintained hedging, with small lawn and apple tree, leading to the side with garden shed and pathway to the rear garden.

The back garden enjoys a southerly orientation, and beautifully kept with an array of traditional cottage garden plants and shrubs, boasting an abundance of colour. There are terrace seating areas adjoining the house, with hedge line on both borders. An attractive terrace has been laid at the ‘foot’ of the garden, providing an elevated seating area to watch wildlife, nature and sunsets across gently undulating Suffolk countryside.

Services
Mains water, drainage and electricity • Oil-red heating • Babergh Council Tax Band ‘F’ • OfCom suggest Broadband: Ultrafast 1,800Mb • Mobile: Most providers likely.

Location
Walnut Tree Cottage is situated on the edge of the village of Shimpling, which is a popular Suffolk village located between Bury St. Edmunds and Sudbury. There is a church and a village pub located within walking distance of the property. Lawshall is approximately three miles from Shimpling and offers a well-regarded primary school and a popular village public house. Further facilities can be found in Bury St. Edmunds and Sudbury. Both towns offer extensive shopping and leisure facilities as well as an excellent range of schooling and health services. Cambridge, Newmarket and Ipswich are within easy reach via the A14.