Abbey Road, Leiston

Brick Kiln Farm is a former Victorian farmhouse set on approximately five acres (stms) of open fields, mature woodland, and private grounds. Accessed via an extensive driveway, this secluded home combines generous indoor living space with extensive outdoor potential. The main house offers four bedrooms, multiple reception rooms, a farmhouse-style kitchen with walk-in pantry, utility, ground floor shower room, and a bright conservatory overlooking the gardens. Outside, the land is home to a private lake with a rustic cabin, a range of outbuildings including a large barn/workshop, stables, a tack room, and an old wash room. Currently licensed as Brick Kiln Boarding Kennels, the property is already set up for animal care use, but equally offers excellent potential for equestrian, agricultural, or lifestyle business ventures (stpp). This is a rare chance to create a home and way of life tailored to your vision.

Explore the East Suffolk town Leiston…

Abbey Road is a quiet residential street situated in the heart of Leiston, a small market town in East Suffolk, just two miles inland from the Suffolk coast. The road lies within walking distance of Leiston’s traditional High Street, which features a range of local amenities including independent shops, small supermarkets, cafés, takeaways, and essential services such as a post office and pharmacy. The town is served by a health centre and dental practices, while Leiston Primary School and Alde Valley Academy are nearby, offering both primary and secondary education within the town limits. Abbey Road is particularly well placed for access to Sizewell, home to the Sizewell nuclear power stations and the scenic Sizewell beach, which is roughly 2.5 miles to the east. The popular seaside town of Aldeburgh lies around 4 miles to the south-east, offering coastal attractions and cultural events, while Saxmundham, approximately 5 miles west, provides a wider range of shopping options and a railway station with services to Ipswich and London Liverpool Street. Bus routes link Leiston to nearby towns, and the surrounding area is easily navigable via the A12, which runs north-south through East Suffolk. This combination of peaceful residential character, local facilities, and proximity to coast and countryside makes Abbey Road a well-connected and attractive location within Suffolk.

Brick Kiln Farm

Approached via a long, privately owned driveway, meandering past mature woodland and open meadows, offering a picturesque welcome to the property. Set far back from the main road, the home offers complete seclusion, privacy, and the luxury of unspoiled countryside views in every direction.

Once inside, the home offers a warm and inviting feel, with spacious, flexible living areas throughout. A generous entrance hall opens into two traditional reception rooms, ideal for formal entertaining. One of these rooms, currently configured as a dining room, showcases a classic feature fireplace.

The heart of the home is a charming farmhouse kitchen, fitted with timber cabinetry, a Butler sink, freestanding oven, and a walk-in pantry for everyday essentials. A utility room and ground floor shower room add convenience, while a rear lobby connects seamlessly with the garden.

To the rear, a grand sitting room provides a wonderful space for family gatherings or entertaining guests, complete with a striking brick-built fireplace with oak hearth beam, sits around an open fire. Light pours in through the conservatory, where garden views and the surrounding landscape can be enjoyed all year round.

Upstairs, four well-proportioned bedrooms offer ample accommodation, one benefitting from its own private en-suite. A traditional family bathroom serves the remaining rooms, comprising of a classic three-piece suite.

The outdoor space at Brick Kiln Farm is where the true lifestyle opportunity unfolds. The expansive five-acre plot wraps around the home (stpp). The properties garden is currently arranged into distinct areas including an enclosed patio and shingled area, alongside a large laid to lawn positioned at the side of the residence, all ready for reimagining to suit your vision. A detached brick-built garage requiring structural repair, is ideal for conversion or restoration to a workshop, studio, or garaging for cars or machinery (stpp).

Further afield, a picturesque lake lies tucked away within the grounds, frequented by wildlife and surrounded by natural beauty. Perched on the side of the lake is a rustic cabin, which could be transformed into a peaceful retreat, or even a fishing lodge, for personal use.

Currently operating as Brick Kiln Boarding Kennels, the estate benefits from an existing license for animal boarding and includes a large barn/workshop, multiple kennel blocks, grooming parlours, and secure outdoor exercise areas. The facilities are fully equipped to continue as a successful animal care business, subject to maintaining the appropriate licensing, or could be adapted for alternative commercial or residential uses (stpp).

For those with equestrian or smallholding ambitions, the property is superbly equipped. Several stables, a tack room, and an old washroom can be revived for active use. The land is ready to be reconfigured into paddocks or grazing zones for horses or livestock, offering significant versatility.

Brick Kiln Farm is a rare opportunity to bring your countryside vision to life—whether that's a spacious home for generations to gather, a rural escape, for equestrian use on your doorstep, or an inspiring business venture. Framed by wide open skies, woodland fringes, and its own beautiful lake, this special place invites you to create something truly your own.

Agents note

Freehold

First part of the driveway is shared, ¼ mile is privately owned solely by Brick Kiln Farm

Fully boarded loft with a ladder

Disclaimer

Minors and Brady, along with their representatives, are not authorised to provide assurances about the property, whether on their own behalf or on behalf of their client. We do not take responsibility for any statements made in these particulars, which do not constitute part of any offer or contract. It is recommended to verify leasehold charges provided by the seller through legal representation. All mentioned areas, measurements, and distances are approximate, and the information provided, including text, photographs, and plans, serves as guidance and may not cover all aspects comprehensively. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulations, or other consents. Services, equipment, and facilities have not been tested by Minors and Brady, and prospective purchasers are advised to verify the information to their satisfaction through inspection or other means.