Post Office Road, Knodishall,

Charming Period Cottage set within delightful private gardens in a peaceful location in the popular village of Knodishall, which still retains its village store and post office as well as a public house, motor repair garage and primary school, lies about one mile south of the busy town of Leiston with its traditional high street shops, supermarket, doctors and dentists surgeries, leisure centre and swimming pool complex and cinema. The Suffolk Heritage Coastline lies within a very short drive at nearby Thorpeness with is popular 'Meare' boating lake and a long shingle beach fronting the North Sea whilst the unspoilt town of Aldeburgh is only about four miles distant. the area is very popular with holiday makers, the National Trust nature reserves, RSPB Minsmere bird sanctuary and the Sanderlings Heath drawing visitors from across the country. The market town of Saxmundham, with its good shopping facilities lies about four miles to the west and offers good access to the A12 Ipswich to Great Yarmouth road and also has a railway station giving hourly services to London Liverpool Street via Ipswich.

Description - Nestled within beautifully established gardens and screened from the lane by mature hedging, Pear Tree Cottage offers an idyllic village retreat filled with character, warmth and exceptional space—both inside and out.

A recessed storm porch and traditional cottage-style entrance door lead into a welcoming reception/dining room, featuring a brick fireplace with timber mantel, exposed polished floorboards and a beamed ceiling. A latch door opens to a useful cloakroom with WC, and cloak cupboard. From the dining area, Polished timber floorboards continue through a wide opening into the light-filled hall, where a full-height window illuminates both the hallway and galleried landing above. The double-aspect sitting room, an inviting space with views over the front and rear gardens, exposed ceiling timbers and a superb Inglenook fireplace with brick hearth and woodburning stove.
The spacious kitchen/breakfast room is beautifully appointed with extensive Shaker-style cabinetry, polished stone worktops, a breakfast bar, and wood-block dresser with glazed display cupboards. Integrated appliances include an electric hob with extractor, Bosch fan oven and combination oven, while a gas fired Rayburn range cooker, set within an attractive brick arched alcove, also provides a traditional cooking experience together with an integrated boiler for central heating. Windows overlook the gardens and driveway. A panel-glazed stable door opens into the conservatory, where two sets of casement doors lead out to the terrace. The conservatory perfectly frames the picturesque rear garden, bordered by mature trees and planting.
Upstairs, a generous galleried landing enjoys a deep window with views of the garden. The principal bedroom offers fitted wardrobes, a lovely garden outlook, and an ensuite shower room. Two further bedrooms—each with built-in wardrobes and attractive views—are served by a stylish family bathroom equipped with a bath and shower over, wall-hung WC, fitted vanity basin unit, and quality wall and floor tiling.
Outside, double gates open to a long private driveway providing extensive parking and access to a detached double garage with twin electric doors, and an open-tread staircase rising to a versatile studio/office above, complete with roof lights and electric heating. Beyond the garage is a timber store currently used as a laundry room, and an additional single-garage-sized outbuilding with electric supply and concrete flooring—ideal for hobbies, storage or workshop use.
The gardens are a standout feature, wrapping around the property to create a wonderfully private and tranquil setting. Wide lawns, well-stocked borders filled with a variety of flowering plants and shrubs, shingle pathways, raised beds and several patio seating areas offer endless places to relax and enjoy the surroundings. A kitchen garden area provides further opportunity for planting, while outdoor lighting and taps add convenience.
Pear Tree Cottage is a delightful home combining charming period features with generous accommodation and beautifully tended gardens—an exceptional property in a peaceful village location.

Tenure - Freehold

Outgoings - Council Tax Band currently E

Services - Mains gas, electricity, water and drainage.

Viewing Arrangements - Please contact Flick & Son, Ashford House, High Street, Saxmundham, IP17 1AB for an appointment to view. Email: Tel: Ref: 20952/RDB.

Fixtures And 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.