Gun Hill, Southwold, Suffolk, IP18

Immaculate property with incredible far reaching sea views

Description

Sole Bay Villa is an immaculately presented, high-specification coastal home, occupying a prime position in Southwold with far-reaching sea views. Arranged over three floors and extending to approximately 3,118 sq ft, the property offers generous, well-balanced accommodation with light-filled rooms and high ceilings throughout. There is also an air recovery system by MVHR, which maintains air quality.

The ground floor is centred around a spacious entrance hall, leading to a stylish kitchen/dining room fitted with high-quality cabinetry and integrated appliances, including a Lacanche range cooker, a dishwasher, fridge and freezer, complemented by a central island. A pantry is conveniently located just off the kitchen. At the sitting end, a wood-burning stove creates a cosy focal point, while French doors flood the space with natural light and open onto the terrace and garden beyond. A separate sitting room also benefits from French doors to the terrace and garden, while a study to the front provides a quiet workspace. Additional practical spaces include a utility/boot room, store and a ground floor shower room.

On the first floor, a superb principal bedroom benefits from a dressing area, en suite bathroom and access to a balcony, perfectly positioned to take in the stunning sea views. Two further bedrooms, one of which also enjoys views towards the sea, are served by a family bathroom. The second floor provides three additional bedrooms, all of which with en suite facilities, offering flexible accommodation for guests or family. All bedrooms enjoy elevated views across the sea and marshes to the rear.

Externally Sole Bay Villa has a striking façade with detailing and balconies that maximise the exceptional sea views.

To the rear, a generous terrace provides an ideal space for al fresco dining and entertaining, seamlessly connecting the indoor and outdoor living areas. The garden is well arranged, with a brick pathway leading through to a gate that offers direct access to the beach. In addition, the property benefits from off-street parking for two cars and a garage providing convenience in this highly sought-after location. Provision for a lift has also been implemented from the garage, which if needed could make the whole ground floor wheelchair usable.

The property benefits from a 10year Build Warranty structural guarantee.

Location

Situated in a prime position and arguably one of the best locations in the historic coastal town of Southwold, Sole Bay Villa 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.

Sole Bay Villa 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: 3,118 sq ft



Additional Info

Services: Water, electricity, gas, drainage. Heating via under floor by way of an Air Source Heat Pump.

Agent Note: Please be aware that there are various infrastructure projects proposed for the Suffolk Coast including plans for a new nuclear power station at Sizewell. Wind farm expansion in the North Sea is also taking place and bringing power ashore along with associated cabling and substation works are also being proposed.