Fen Lane, Ipswich, IP7

Guide Price £1,250,000–£1,500,000

Exceptional Suffolk Country & Equestrian Home | Approximately 13 Acres | Five-Stables | Direct Bridleway Access

A rare opportunity to embrace an exceptional country lifestyle.

Nestled in the rolling Suffolk countryside on the edge of the picturesque village of Hitcham, Brettfields is an outstanding country home offering the perfect balance of elegant family living, established equestrian facilities and approximately 13 acres of beautiful paddocks, direct access to miles of scenic bridleways.

For equestrian buyers, the appeal is immediate. The thoughtfully designed yard includes three well-appointed stables, a tack room, feed room, creating an efficient and enjoyable environment for keeping horses at home. Better still, riders can leave directly from the yard onto an extensive network of bridleways, enjoying miles of outstanding hacking through some of Suffolk's most beautiful countryside with minimal roadwork.

The land also offers space to create a private ménage (subject to the necessary consents), while a professionally maintained ménage is conveniently available to hire immediately adjacent to the property.







Longer rides become part of everyday life, with two of Suffolk's most cherished country pubs, the Peacock Inn at Chelsworth and The Bildeston Crown, both popular destinations along established hacking routes, making leisurely rides with friends one of the many pleasures of living here.

Yet Brettfields is about far more than horses. Even without an equestrian interest, thirteen acres provides a freedom that very few homes can offer. Children can explore the outdoors, dogs can roam safely across open fields and family gatherings naturally spill onto the terrace as the evening sun sets over your own paddocks.

Extending to approximately 3,500 sq ft, the beautifully presented home has been designed for modern family living, with generous reception rooms. The accommodation centres around an impressive 30ft x 30ft kitchen and family room, complemented by a vaulted dining room, 34ft sitting room, study, utility and boot room. Upstairs has 4 double bedrooms, 2 with ensuites and a luxury family bathroom. Every principal room enjoys a wonderful sense of light, space and tranquillity.

Despite its peaceful rural setting, Brettfields is exceptionally well connected. The A14 provides convenient access to Ipswich, Bury St Edmunds, Cambridge and beyond, while Newmarket is within easy reach for those involved in equestrian sport. Located within easy reach of Hadleigh, Stowmarket and Bury St Edmunds, with rail services to London Liverpool Street from Stowmarket,

Families are equally well served by an outstanding choice of education. Highly regarded independent schools including Old Buckenham Hall, Finborough School, Ipswich School, Woodbridge School, The Royal Hospital School and Framlingham College are all within comfortable reach, together with excellent state and grammar provision including King Edward VI School in Bury St Edmunds and Colchester Royal Grammar School.

What truly sets Brettfields apart is its versatility. Whether you're an equestrian enthusiast, a family seeking more space, or simply searching for an exceptional country home with acreage, this is a property that adapts effortlessly to your lifestyle. Opportunities to acquire a home offering this combination of quality, land, riding, privacy and accessibility are exceptionally rare.

Brettfields is more than a beautiful home. It is a place to create lasting memories, where mornings begin in the stables, afternoons are spent exploring the Suffolk countryside, surrounded by nature and every evening ends with uninterrupted views across your own land. Viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the exceptional lifestyle, outstanding equestrian facilities and unique setting that Brettfields has to offer.