Curlew Green, Kelsale, Saxmundham

A charming 17th Century detached cottage with historic character features and off road parking, situated in the quiet village location of Kelsale.
The ever popular village of Kelsale lies just over one and a half miles to the north of the market town of Saxmundham, which offers a good range of shops in a traditional High Street setting as well as a library, doctor's surgery and railway station giving connecting and direct services via Ipswich to London Liverpool Street. Kelsale has a primary school with a free school being found in Saxmundham. Attractions of the surrounding area include delightful walks along the Suffolk Heritage Coastline, the renowned RSPB Bird Sanctuary at Minsmere, golfing and sailing at the historic coastal towns of Southwold and Aldeburgh, the latter home to the internationally famous annual Music Festival with many concerts being held at the nearby Snape Maltings Concert Hall.

Description - Nestled in the idyllic setting of Curlew Green, Rosebank is a beautifully preserved Grade II Listed 17th-century detached cottage that blends historical charm with modern convenience. Boasting traditional rendered elevations beneath a pitched and half-hipped thatched roof with a central chimney stack, the cottage radiates timeless character. A small projecting entrance lobby, with plain tile roofing, leads into the heart of the home.

The cottage enjoys a private, well-maintained lawned garden enclosed by a boundary wall, alongside a driveway with parking for up to three vehicles. At the rear, a small lawned garden offers a tranquil retreat, while a single-storey modern brick extension complements the original structure. The extension features brick and part lap-boarded elevations beneath a slate-covered roof, providing additional living space and a useful store with power and lighting. A further bathroom extension, finished in brick and render with a pantile roof, completes the additions.

Interiors - Entry is via a side stable door leading into a charming galley kitchen fitted with ample storage and modern appliances, including an electric oven and hob. This opens into a spacious kitchen/breakfast room with additional electric hob, composite sink unit, tiled flooring, with deep windows overlooking the garden.

The magnificent double reception room is a standout feature, showcasing a wealth of exposed wall and ceiling timbers and natural light from three aspects. The room is dramatically divided by a substantial inglenook fireplace with dual open fires serving both reception areas, perfect for cosy evenings.

A side lobby leads to an elegant and spacious bathroom featuring a clawfoot bath, separate shower, basin, and W.C. An additional W.C. is conveniently located off the lobby.

Upstairs, a partially galleried landing with exposed brick chimney breast, latch doors leads to three bedrooms, each rich in period details. The principal bedroom is notably generous in size and displays beautiful exposed floor and ceiling timbers, along with a charming gable-end window.

Exterior - The rear garden offers a private, peaceful space with mature screening for added seclusion. Combined with the off-road parking and historic character throughout, Rosebank offers a rare opportunity to own a truly special period home.

Agents Note - The drainage system will need to be replaced. The current system sits outside the curtilage of the property. The vendor advises thar consent for system maintenance and replacement is written into the deeds of the property.

Tenure - Freehold

Outgoings - Council Tax Band currently E.

Services - Mains water and electricity, private drainage.

Viewing Arrangements - Please contact Flick & Son, Ashford House, High Street, Saxmundham, IP17 1AB for an appointment to view.
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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.