Villa Hill, Shottisham, Woodbridge

Mortimers of Woodbridge are delighted to offer for sale this four bedroom detached family home, occupying a slightly elevated position in the very heart of the idyllic village of Shottisham, enjoying far-reaching rooftop views. This charming, detached period cottage features rendered and colour-washed elevations beneath a traditional pantile roof. Lying approximately eight miles from Woodbridge and within easy reach of the Suffolk Heritage Coast, the property offers a wealth of character and would make an ideal permanent residence or holiday home. Thoughtfully extended and improved over the years, the accommodation is both spacious and versatile, whilst further benefitting from off-road parking, a garage and mature private gardens.

The accommodation currently comprises a side entrance lobby from the garden, together with an additional entrance hall accessed from Villa Hill. Upon entering the home, there is access to a ground floor cloakroom fitted with W.C. and wash hand basin. The sitting room provides a particularly cosy reception space, centred around a wood-burning stove, and opens through into the impressive conservatory which spans the rear of the property and benefits from underfloor heating. A study area offers an ideal space for home working and incorporates the staircase rising to the first floor.

The kitchen/dining room has been fitted with a matching range of eye and base level units with work surfaces over, together with space for an oven, fridge/freezer and plumbing for both a dishwasher and tumble dryer. A further rear lobby/utility area provides additional storage for coats and shoes, whilst also giving access to the side garden. In addition, there is an elegant drawing/dining room offering further flexibility for family living and entertaining.

To the first floor, the light and airy landing leads to the principal bedroom with fitted corner shower, together with three further bedrooms, two of which benefit from fitted cupboards. The family bathroom is fitted with a panel enclosed bath, W.C. and wash hand basin.

Outside, the mature and private gardens have been thoughtfully landscaped and are predominantly laid to lawn with established flower beds and a variety of specimen trees including holly. A large pond and water feature create an attractive focal point, whilst a patio terrace to the side of the property provides an ideal space for outdoor entertaining. Further external features include two garden sheds, a detached double garage incorporating a workshop, and additional private parking for two vehicles to the front. Additional benefits include sealed unit double glazing, oil-fired central heating and the advantage of no onward chain.

The sought-after and picturesque village of Shottisham lies within the renowned Suffolk Sandlings, situated on the eastern bank of the River Deben. The village enjoys a strong sense of community and offers a range of local amenities including a parish church and the highly regarded thatched Sorrel Horse public house, well known for its popular annual events. Additional amenities can be found nearby in Hollesley, Alderton and Bawdsey, including village stores, a Post Office, primary schooling, the Suffolk Punch Trust and Poplar Park Equestrian Centre.

The market town of Woodbridge provides an extensive range of shopping, recreational and transport facilities, whilst the A12 and A14 offer convenient access to the wider region. Rail services are available from both Melton and Woodbridge, with connections via Ipswich to London Liverpool Street. A further notable feature of the property is its excellent access to the Heritage Coast, including the unspoilt shoreline at Shingle Street.

Council Tax Band: D
Tenure: Freehold