Skilmans Hill, Southwold, Suffolk, IP18

Well positioned coastal town house

Description

Castle Keep is a well-positioned town house set in an elevated position in the heart of Southwold with far reaching views across the marshes to the south west and over towards Walberswick.

Constructed from a blend of brick, painted weatherboard, and rendered elevations beneath a pitched pan-tiled roof, Castle Keep combines traditional charm with contemporary living. The rooms are well proportioned, with high ceilings and comprise large windows filling the rooms with natural light throughout. The property has undergone significant renovation and extension by the current owners to create a stylish and comfortable coastal home.

The front door opens into a welcoming entrance hall, which provides access to the sitting room, a generous and inviting space featuring a delightful bay window that floods the room with natural light. The stunning, contemporary open plan kitchen and dining area was redesigned and extended in 2017. This contemporary space features vaulted ceilings with skylights, bi-fold doors opening seamlessly onto the terrace, and additional French doors that enhance the indoor-outdoor flow. The well-appointed kitchen includes ample wall and base cabinetry, a central island, and integrated Neff appliances, including a double oven, dishwasher, wine fridge, and induction hob with extractor.

Also on the ground floor is a beautifully presented guest bedroom suite, accessible from the entrance hall, with French doors leading directly to the terrace.

Stairs lead up to the first floor which offers three bedrooms, each enjoying far-reaching views. The principal bedroom benefits from a dual aspect and includes an en suite shower room. The remaining bedrooms are served by the family bathroom.

Outside
The outdoor space at Castle Keep is private and takes full advantage of its elevated position and far-reaching views across the Southwold marshes. There is a large, paved terrace which extends directly from the kitchen and guest suite, providing a delightful space for al fresco dining and entertaining. Steps lead up to a raised decked area providing further views over the marshes. The terrace is also beautifully landscaped, featuring a central planted tree and well-defined raised borders. Castle keep also has parking and a garage.

Location

Situated in a prime position and arguably one of the best locations in the historic coastal town of Southwold, Castle Keep is within easy reach of the many facilities within Southwold and those of the surrounding area

Southwold is a pretty seaside town famed for its painted beach huts, long sandy beaches, iconic 19th century lighthouse and its picturesque pier. There is a wonderful selection of boutique stores, cafés, restaurants and public houses, and a twice-weekly market in the market square. The town also hosts the Southwold Arts Festival's annual celebration of arts and literature. One of Southwold's notable former residents was the novelist George Orwell.

Castle Keep is well placed for the commuter: the A12 is 4 miles away, and stations at Halesworth (9 miles), Darsham (10 miles) and Saxmundham offer trains to London Liverpool Street via Ipswich from just under two hours.There are fantastic local sporting facilities, including golf clubs at Southwold, Halesworth and Aldeburgh; rugby clubs at Southwold and Woodbridge; numerous tennis courts and clubs in the area; and superb sailing along the east coast.

All times and distances are approximate.

Square Footage: 1,966 sq ft



Additional Info

Services: Mains water, electricity, drainage and gas fired central heating