Bury St. Edmunds

A substantial 4-bedroom family house situated within this highly regarded locaton on the western fringes of Bury St Edmunds. All in 0.97-acre.


Situated on the western fringes of the town within this much sought-after location, 156 Westley Road is a substantial detached family house, built of traditional construction with red-brick elevations, under a plain tiled roofline. The property is being offered to the market for the first time since it was built in 1950, representing a rare opportunity to live in this well-regarded street in such a wonderful mature garden setting.

The house has exceptional character (notably the panelling, some internal doors and a fireplace ‘recycled’ from Cavenham Hall), along with large levels of natural light throughout and well-proportioned accommodation extending to 2,500sq-ft. The property comprises a covered entrance lobby with double doors leading into a reception hall being partially panelled, and access to the staircase giving access to the first-floor landing, and cloakroom.

The sitting room enjoys a double aspect with bay window to the south, feature fireplace with woodburning stove on stone hearth and surround, an archway to the study with window to the rear and doors leading to a garden room, added in 2012, which is a light 23’ room enjoying a triple aspect, two remote controlled Velux rooflights with electric blinds.

The dining room is an elegant entertaining space with attractive fireplace and original serving hatch from the kitchen. The kitchen has been refitted and upgraded by Harmony, equipped with a large range of base and eye level Shaker units, with granite worktops, integrated Neff appliances to include oven, twin-gas hob and dishwasher, two oven gas AGA, one and a half bowl sink unit.

There is covered sidewalk with access to the double garage with electric up-and-over door, and utility room, which provides further base and eye level storage, stainless-steel sink unit, plumbing for washing machine and water softener.

On the first floor is a large landing area with a large range of storage cupboards, and airing cupboard, and access via a loft ladder to a large, boarded and insulated loft space, providing further scope for conversion (subject to the usual planning consents).

The principal bedroom has windows to the south, built-in wardrobes, along with en suite shower room with large walk-in shower, vanity wash basin, and low-level WC, along with glazed doors to a 23’ balcony to the west. There are three further bedrooms served by the family bathroom with separate WC, fitted with a modern suite comprising panelled bath with shower over, vanity wash basin, and heated towel rail.

Outside
The property is approached from Westley Road onto a large sweeping tarmac driveway, providing parking for numerous vehicles and turning space. The front garden is largely lawned with an established belt of established trees and beds, providing a slight woodland vista. The rear garden, which is predominantly lawned, hosts many mature trees, along with attractive patio seating area, further timber-framed garden store and woodshed.

Services
Mains water, drainage and electricity connected • Gas-fired heating • council tax band ‘G’, West Suffolk • EPC TBC • Ofcom states Ultrafast broadband is available, and mobile signal likely.

There is a preservation order on the belt of trees to the south and to the north-east corner.

Location
Bury St Edmunds, with a thousand years of history to explore, offers a wealth of award-winning restaurants, cafes and casual dining. The historic cathedral of St Edmundsbury, once one of the most important monasteries in medieval Europe, is set in the elegant surroundings of the Abbey Gardens and is a centre piece for the town. There are many local shops, annual festivals and stunning parks. The Apex and Theatre Royal offer a variety of live productions and along with two cinemas provide excellent entertainment for all ages. Bury St Edmunds is truly "a jewel in the crown of Suffolk".

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