Rectory Road, Hollesley

A Coastal Countryside Retreat in the Heart of Hollesley
Cedar Ends is set back discreetly from Rectory Road, approached via an expansive driveway that offers parking for numerous vehicles, leading to a smart double garage fitted with modern Garolla automatic roller doors. The arrival feels instantly calm and private, with mature hedging and established planting creating a sense of seclusion while still being part of Hollesley's warm and welcoming village community.

Stepping inside, the house opens into spaces that feel bright, balanced and intuitively arranged. The kitchen is a thoughtfully designed space with sleek cabinetry, generous work surfaces and a layout that makes cooking a pleasure. It's a kitchen that works just as well for everyday family life as it does for hosting friends over long, relaxed suppers.

The reception areas flow beautifully, offering versatility for both sociable living and quieter moments. Natural light pours through the windows throughout the day, creating uplifting spaces that overlook the garden and greenery beyond. There is an inviting sense of warmth and comfort here, enhanced by the property's gentle palette and thoughtful finish. Whether curled up with a book, sharing a Sunday lunch, or hosting larger gatherings, the home lends itself to an easy, unhurried pace of life.

The bedrooms are arranged to provide restful privacy, each with its own character and outlook. The principal bedroom feels wonderfully peaceful, complete with en-suite and walk-in wardrobe, while the additional rooms offer flexibility - whether used for family, guests, a home office or creative space. Bathrooms are well-presented and designed with practicality in mind.

The gardens surrounding Cedar Ends are truly special and form one of the standout features of the property. The front garden is well screened by fencing and mature hedging, creating a sense of privacy from the moment you arrive. A timber gated side access leads to a paved walkway and gravel garden that continues around the property, passing the oil tank and oil-fired boiler which serves the central heating and domestic hot water supply. Along this route are useful touches including an outside tap, power point and a discreet outdoor cupboard concealing the Calor gas supply for the Range cooker hob.

The walkway opens into an extensively paved patio arranged with decorative low-level walls filled with mature shrubs, roses and ground-covering plants. Twin walkways gently lead down to a pebbled path which borders one edge of the formal lawn. The entire garden feels secluded and beautifully landscaped, enclosed by fencing and hedging with an abundance of mature trees, shrubs and herbaceous borders that create colour and texture throughout the year.

A circular patio sits to one side, perfect for outdoor dining or evening drinks, while the pebbled pathway continues towards a charming trellis archway. Beyond the archway lies a wonderfully useful vegetable garden with lawned areas on either side, enclosed vegetable beds, a timber shed, compost storage and a greenhouse. To the rear of the vegetable garden stand apple trees, and the laurel-planted boundary opens to an attractive, far-reaching aspect. A timber gate here provides access to a footpath that leads directly to the village centre, home to the shop and the local pub/restaurant - a lovely everyday convenience.

To the opposite side of the house, a further walkway leads to an open-fronted storage area with space for the Calor gas that serves the living-room fire, and additional storage beyond. The entire garden has been carefully tended and beautifully maintained by the current owners, offering a blend of structure, colour and tranquillity that perfectly complements the lifestyle this home provides.
Outside spaces wrap harmoniously around the house, creating numerous places to sit, entertain, or simply enjoy the daylight moving through the trees. It's a garden that allows for both productivity and relaxation - from quiet morning coffees to tending raised beds, hosting summer gatherings or wandering through the borders at dusk.

Hollesley itself is one of Suffolk's most loved villages, surrounded by open countryside, heathland and wildlife-rich landscapes. A standout attraction is nearby Shingle Street, just a short drive away - a spectacular and peaceful stretch of unspoilt coastline where residents walk, frolic in the pebble banked pools, watch the changing tides and take in some of the most beautiful light on the Suffolk coast. The wider area offers endless opportunities for walking, cycling and exploring nature.

Woodbridge, Orford and the surrounding market towns provide excellent restaurants, independent shops, cafés, galleries and sailing opportunities, along with strong schooling options and transport links towards Ipswich, London and the wider region.
Cedar Ends is a property that offers the best of Suffolk living - privacy, generous outdoor space, a beautifully flowing interior and a coastal lifestyle enriched by the nearby shoreline and countryside. It is a home to settle into and enjoy, combining comfort, practicality and the timeless appeal of its setting.

A Setting Defined by Coastline, Heathland and Community
About the Area
Hollesley is one of Suffolk's most characterful villages, bordered by the stunning Suffolk Coast & Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It offers a genuine sense of community along with the convenience of nearby amenities, a well-regarded primary school, local shop, village hall and easy access to Woodbridge for wider services, boutiques and dining.
A short drive takes you to the evocative coastline at Shingle Street - a beautifully unspoilt stretch where the shingle meets expansive skies and the ever-changing open sea. It's a magical, almost meditative place for walks, birdwatching or simply clearing the mind. Nearby Snape Maltings, Orford, and miles of coastal footpaths provide endless options for lifestyle and leisure.

The village is approximately 7 miles south-east of Woodbridge and benefits from a local shop, post office, a public house (The Shepherd & Dog), a primary school (ages 5-11 years), playgroup, Church and excellent equestrian facilities.
Woodbridge is a well-served market town that is steeped in history with a fine selection of shops and restaurants; it has its own theatres, swimming pool, doctors, dentists and railway station on the Ipswich-Lowestoft East Suffolk Line. There is also a rail station in Melton. Woodbridge lies on the River Deben and is renowned for its sailing facilities. Nearby schools include the highly regarded Abbey (Preparatory School) & Woodbridge School (Senior School), Melton Primary School and Farlingaye High School. The County Town of Ipswich is 10 miles South-West of Woodbridge. Ipswich railway station is located on the Great Eastern Main Line approximately 70 miles east of London Liverpool Street Station with a journey time of approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.

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Council Tax - Band D
Internet: Superfast
Services - We are advised by the vendors that mains water, electricity and drainage are connected to the property.

Agents Note:
Our vendor has informed us that the property site measures 0.3 acre (sts)