Great Livermere, Bury St. Edmunds

SITUATION & LOCATION Set within approximately 1.4 acres of beautifully established grounds (subject to survey), The Lodge is an exceptional detached bungalow enjoying a discreet and highly desirable position in the small sought-after village of Great Livermere. With westerly views towards the historic St Peter's Church Great Livermere, this unique residence combines timeless charm with refined modern living.

Originally constructed in 1960 and significantly enhanced in recent years, the property offers elegantly proportioned accommodation throughout. High ceilings and a thoughtfully designed layout create a sense of space and light, complemented by tasteful presentation in a subtle colonial style.

The principal reception rooms are particularly impressive. A generous dual-aspect sitting room, centred around a wood-burning stove, and a separate dining room both enjoy a bright southerly orientation, ideal for entertaining. The well-appointed kitchen/breakfast room is complimented by a walk-in pantry and nearby utility room, ensuring both style and practicality.

The bedroom accommodation is arranged across two distinct wings, offering versatility and privacy. The eastern wing provides two substantial bedrooms and a contemporary shower room, with the principal bedroom benefitting from delightful views across the gardens. The western wing comprises three further bedrooms-one currently utilised as a study-together with a family bathroom and separate W.C. Additional conveniences include a cloakroom off the entrance hall, UPVC double glazing, oil-fired central heating, and solar photovoltaic panels with feed-in tariff and Solar Boost.

The Lodge is approached via a sweeping driveway leading to an expansive courtyard and double garage, providing extensive parking. The mature gardens are a defining feature of the property-beautifully landscaped and offering a high degree of privacy. With direct access to surrounding countryside, the setting is ideal for those with a passion for outdoor pursuits, from walking and cycling to simply enjoying the natural beauty of the Suffolk landscape.

Great Livermere is a charming and historic village situated approximately four miles north-east of Bury St Edmunds, renowned for its Georgian architecture, independent shops, and excellent amenities. The village itself offers a close-knit community atmosphere, centred around its hall and the magnificent St Peter's Church Great Livermere, a Grade I listed landmark of considerable historical significance.

The Lodge represents a rare opportunity to acquire a distinguished single-storey home in an idyllic rural setting. Offering both seclusion and accessibility, it will appeal equally as a primary residence or an elegant country retreat. Viewings are highly recommended. 

ENTRANCE HALL With part glazed entrance door; UPVC sealed unit double glazed windows; radiator; parquet flooring. 

CLOAKROOM Fitted range of cupboard units incorporating vanity wash basin; UPVC sealed unit double glazed window with Venetian blind; radiator; cloaks cupboard with hanging rail; ceramic tiled floor; Door leading to dining room; Leading to: 

SEPARATE WC With W.C; UPVC sealed unit double glazed window and Venetian blind; radiator; ceramic tiled floor. 

LIVING ROOM 23' 11" x 17' 8" (7.30m x 5.41m) Fireplace with inset wood burning stove and granite hearth; fitted alcove cabinets with shelving above; UPVC sealed unit double glazed window to rear aspect and softwood framed glazed French doors onto rear garden; three radiators; matching wall lights; fitted carpet; concealed sliding double doors leading to: 

DINING ROOM 17' 9" x 13' 9" (5.43m x 4.20m) With UPVC sealed unit double glazed bifold doors onto rear garden; two radiators; matching wall lights; recessed LED ceiling lighting; Casablanca style remote controlled ceiling fan light; fitted carpet; door giving access to cloakroom. Archway leading to: 

KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM 13' 0" x 14' 10" (3.98m x 4.54m) Exceptionally well fitted with range of matching shaker style wall and floor cupboard units including island with breakfast bar, all with granite leather finish work surfaces over incorporating double bowl stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap; integrated fridge and freezer and integrated dishwasher; slot-in range master professional deluxe range oven with induction hob and extractor canopy over with stainless steel splashback; radiator; UPVC sealed unit double glazed window to front aspect with Venetian blinds; ceramic tiled floor; LED recessed ceiling lighting; door leading to east Hallway; door leading to: 

WALK-IN PANTRY 7' 10" x 7' 4" (2.41m x 2.26m) Fitted range of wall and floor storage cupboards with tiled work surfaces over; UPVC sealed unit double glazed window with Venetian blind; ceramic tiled floor. 

EAST HALLWAY With UPVC sealed unit double glazed French doors onto rear sun terrace; two storage cupboards; large airing cupboard with insulated copper cylinder and immersion heater as well as solar boost, slatted shelving; access to loft space with loft ladder; softwood framed part glazed door to outside; two radiators; fitted carpet. 

LAUNDRY ROOM 7' 6" x 9' 6" (2.30m x 2.92m) Fitted range of cupboard units along one wall with sliding doors; Butler sink; plumbing for washing machine; UPVC sealed unit double glazed window; two floor standing oil fired boilers (serving central heating and domestic hot water); cushion Flooring. 

MASTER BEDROOM 18' 2" x 13' 9" (5.55m x 4.20m) With two built-in double wardrobe cupboards, hanging rails and shelving; UPVC sealed unit double glazed windows to side and rear aspect; two radiators; fitted carpet. 

BEDROOM TWO 12' 11" x 7' 8" (3.95m x 2.34m) With two built-in double wardrobe cupboards, hanging rails and shelving; radiator; UPVC sealed unit double glazed window to side aspect; fitted carpet. 

SHOWER ROOM Walk-in tiled shower cubicle with thermostatically controlled shower (overhead rain and handheld), glass shower screen; vanity wash basin and W.C; contemporary vertical radiator and ladder style electrically heated towel rail; UPVC sealed unit double glazed window; recessed ceiling lighting; part tiling to walls and vinyl tiled floor. 

WEST HALLWAY UPVC sealed unit double glazed windows to front aspect with Venetian blinds; two radiators; fitted carpet. 

BEDROOM THREE 15' 9" x 11' 10" (4.82m x 3.63m) UPVC sealed unit double glazed windows to front and side aspect, front with Venetian blind; radiator; fitted carpet 

INNER HALLWAY Airing cupboard with lagged copper cylinder and immersion heater; UPVC sealed unit double glazed French doors to rear garden; two radiators; fitted carpet. 

BEDROOM FOUR With Double aspect UPVC sealed unit double glazed windows to rear and side; two radiators; range of fitted wardrobe cupboards with hanging rails, shelving and drawer units; fitted carpet. 

BEDROOM 5/STUDY 8' 9" x 8' 7" (2.68m x 2.64m) UPVC sealed unit double glazed window to side aspect; two built-in cupboards incorporating shelving and drawer units; fitted carpet. 

BATHROOM Walk-in shower with electric shower unit and glass shower screen; panelled bath and vanity wash basin; contemporary vertical radiator; UPVC sealed unit double glazed window; recessed ceiling lighting; vinyl tiled floor. 

SEPARATE WC UPVC sealed unit double glazed window; radiator; vinyl tiled floor. 

OUTSIDE 'The Lodge' occupies a large established plot extending to approximately 1.4 acres (subject to survey). Vehicular access is along Church Road, an unmade but adopted roadway that serves this as well as some neighbouring properties and also leads to St. Peters Church.

A sweeping private driveway bounded by established shrubs and bushes and screened to the north by a neat mature Beech hedge, leads to an extensive shingled driveway and parking area to the front providing excellent parking for a wide range of vehicles. There are also a number of mature trees. 

BRICK & RENDERED DOUBLE GARAGE With electric twin roller doors, light and power; personnel door to outside.

A gateway to the side of the garage provides access onto a walled sun terrace/courtyard with gates to the formal gardens and personnel door to double garage. Enjoying a sunny eastern aspect a veranda off the main residence provides some shade. There is also access to a number of integral stores including: a brick store, brick tool shed and a further rear tool shed.

The formal gardens are predominantly located to the rear of the property and are generally lawned but interspersed with a variety of deciduous and evergreen trees as well as a small orchard with apple, pear and plums. The gardens are screened on all sides with a mixture of hedging, fencing and some traditional period walling to the western boundary. Spring bulbs and seasonal shrubs are scattered throughout the garden and directly to the rear of the bungalow is a cobbled terrace and circular ornamental pond with fountain. 

SERVICES Mains water and electricity are connected. Septic tank drainage. Oil fired central heating. Solar panels with feed-in tariff and solar boost. 

TENURE Freehold 

ENERGY RATING Awaiting Confirmation 

COUNCIL TAX BAND F