The Ferry, Felixstowe, IP11

Wainwrights are pleased to present Sans Souci, The Ferry, Old Felixstowe, a three-bedroom detached bungalow. Situated in a unique riverside location where the river meets the sea, Sans Souci is a charming property offering stunning views and a relaxed coastal lifestyle. Just a short walk from the property is Felixstowe Ferry Golf Club—a members' club with a rich history, known for its championship links course. Located on the Suffolk coast, it's the only links course in the county and one of only a few true links courses in the world.

The property benefits from off-road parking for two vehicles and a generous front balcony, as well as a smaller balcony area to the rear. The spectacular location within the hamlet of Felixstowe Ferry provides stunning views across the moorings, boat storage area, boatyard and the river Deben. Access is via a wooden staircase to the side.

Inside, the home features an open-plan kitchen/diner with integrated appliances and French doors leading onto the balcony. A cosy lounge with wood burner and exposed beams provides a warm, inviting space with river views.

There are three bedrooms, a well-fitted shower room, and plenty of character throughout, including wooden flooring, bespoke doors, and coastal detailing.

An ideal full-time home, holiday retreat, or investment in a highly sought-after waterside setting. 

Property additional info

Outside Front:
There is off-road parking for two vehicles—one space directly in front of the property and another to the side—accessible via a private road through the car park. This detached bungalow is elevated, with access via a set of wooden stairs to the side leading to the front entrance. A spacious front balcony, approximately 3m x 7.5m, with additional covered alcove, extends across the front of the property and features timber decking with fencing. The balcony offers uninterrupted views over the Sailing Cub's boat storage area, towards the grass banks by the sea.

Entrance Hallway:
A partially glazed composite front door opens into the entrance hallway, which features vinyl flooring, a high-level storage shelf, coat hanging space, and ceiling spotlights. From here, there is a door to the shower room and a doorway leading through to the kitchen.

Kitchen / Diner: 4.06m x 4.85m (13' 4" x 15' 11") at widest
A doorway from the hallway leads into the kitchen, which features painted wooden flooring and a UPVC double-glazed window to the side. The kitchen is fitted with solid wooden worktops, a one-and-a-half bowl stainless steel sink, electric hob, integrated appliances as follows: oven, dishwasher, fridge freezer, and washing machine, with tiled splashbacks and inset ceiling spotlights. A large opening connects the kitchen to the dining area, where French doors and windows open onto the front balcony, filling the space with natural light. Bespoke sliding doors crafted from the original wooden doors lead through to the lounge, while further doors provide access to bedrooms two and three. The dining area also features a modern glazed skylight, ceiling fan, a feature wall with decorative shutters, wall-mounted spotlights, painted wooden flooring, and wood panelling on two walls.

Lounge Room: 4.84m x 3.40m (15' 11" x 11' 2")
The lounge features two rear-facing windows offering picturesque views of the boats and river Deben, along with an additional window to the side. The room is carpeted and showcases exposed ceiling beams, dado rails, and a wood-burning stove set in a recessed fireplace with a solid timber mantle. A door from the lounge leads to the master bedroom.

Master Bedroom: 3.36m x 2.27m (11' x 7' 5")
The master bedroom enjoys natural light from both rear and side aspect windows. It features exposed ceiling beams, carpeted flooring, boarded walls, and a wall-mounted electric radiator.

Bedroom Two: 3.44m x 2.28m (11' 3" x 7' 6")
Window to front aspect, window to side aspect, carpet.

Bedroom Three: 2.29m x 2.01m (7' 6" x 6' 7")
Window to side aspect, carpet.

Shower room: 2.29m x 1.31m (7' 6" x 4' 4")
The shower room includes a window to the front aspect and features a walk-in shower with tiled walls, a Triton electric shower, and sliding glass doors. There’s a vanity unit with storage below, topped with a granite-effect laminate worktop and an inset hand wash basin, along with a WC and a wall-mounted electric towel radiator. The flooring is a wood-effect vinyl for a clean, modern finish.

Additional Information:
Cash purchasers only - The property is of non-standard timber-framed construction and has been well maintained and updated over the years and has just had high-speed optical fibre laid right to the property structure. It occupies a generous and highly desirable plot, boasting a unique position with potential for uninterrupted sea views to the front - by adding an elevated balcony/extension and existing river views to the rear (STPP). Only a small road, car park, and grass verges separate the house from the coastline at the front, while to the rear, only the boatyard lies between the property and the water. Offering a true sense of openness and connection to the coastal surroundings. There is significant potential for redevelopment, with the opportunity to rebuild—subject to planning permission—on the footprint of the existing dwelling. Similar neighbouring homes have been extended or rebuilt to two storeys and now command values exceeding £1 million.

Agents note:
Wainwrights Estate & Lettings Agent Ltd. Co No. 14699401. Trading Address: 156-158 Hamilton Road, Felixstowe, Suffolk, IP11 7DS. Misrepresentation Act 1967 and Property Misrepresentations Act 1991. This advertisement or these particulars do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. All measurements are given as a guide, and no liability can be accepted for any errors arising from. No responsibility is taken for any other error, omission, or misstatement in these particulars not for any expenses incurred by the applicants for whatever reason. No representation or warranty is made in relation to this property whether in these particulars, during negotiations or otherwise. Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation and proof of funds at a later stage. Wainwrights has not sought to verify the legal title of the property and the buyers must obtain verification from their solicitor. Council tax band A - £1,472.20


Construction materials used: Timber frame.

Sewerage arrangements: Septic Tank.

Parking Availability: Yes.