Fornham Road, Bury St. Edmunds

Situated in the very heart of Bury St Edmunds, this beautifully presented bay-fronted mid-terraced home offers an appealing blend of period charm and versatile living space. With well-proportioned rooms, excellent natural light and a practical layout throughout, the property is ideally suited to a wide range of discerning buyers, particularly those seeking the convenience and lifestyle benefits of a central town location.

Constructed of traditional brick beneath a tiled roof, the accommodation in brief comprises a front door opening into a welcoming entrance hall with stairs rising to the first floor. The light and airy sitting room enjoys a large bay window and an attractive feature fireplace, flanked by built-in cupboards and open shelving, creating a warm and inviting focal point. Beyond, the separate dining room provides an excellent space for both family living and entertaining, featuring attractive stripped wooden flooring and window to rear aspect. The stylish Shaker-style kitchen offers ample preparation space, metro-tiled splashbacks, an integrated oven, gas hob with extractor hood over along with space for additional appliances. A door opens directly onto the rear garden, while a separate door leads to the family bathroom, fitted with a bath and shower over, WC and wash hand basin. A particular highlight of the property is the converted cellar, which offers a flexible and useful additional reception space. Currently utilised as a playroom, it could easily serve as a home office or occasional guest accommodation. Adaptable to a variety of needs, this versatile space enhances the property's appeal and practicality.

The first-floor accommodation comprises three well-proportioned bedrooms, with the principal bedroom benefiting from a modern en-suite shower room. Each of the bedrooms enjoys the advantage of integral storage, while the remaining rooms are served by the family bathroom on the ground floor.

Outside - Outside, the property is approached via a low-maintenance front garden enclosed by an attractive retaining wall. To the rear, the garden is predominantly laid to lawn and features a shingle seating area, planted borders and a generously sized garden shed, creating an ideal space for outdoor entertaining, relaxing, and alfresco dining during the warmer months. Please Note: There is a gate within the garden providing pedestrian access for a neighbouring property. In addition, the this property benefits from a right of access over the neighbouring property for access to the front.

Location - Fornham Road is a widely regarded and sought after residential address, forming one of the principal approaches into Bury St Edmunds. The property is ideally positioned within a short walk of the mainline railway station and the historic town centre, making it particularly appealing to commuters. Bury St Edmunds is a perfect blend of town and country being celebrated as the “jewel in the crown of Suffolk”, offering an exceptional range of amenities including independent boutiques, high street stores, a nearby supermarket, excellent schools and sports facilities, along with renowned restaurants, theatres, cinemas and parks. The town’s rich heritage is evident in its magnificent Cathedral and the beautiful Abbey Gardens with their medieval ruins, all easily accessible from the property, alongside the vibrant twice weekly market and year round cultural events. The location also benefits from easy access to the A14, providing excellent road links both east and west, with London and Cambridge readily commutable by road or rail. For international travel, Stansted Airport lies approximately an hour away, offering further convenience.

Directions - From Bury St Edmunds town centre, head north on Northgate Street. Continue to the roundabout and take the exit onto Fornham Road. Pass under railway bridge where the property can be found on the left-hand side.

Services - Mains electric, gas, water/drains connected. Gas fired central heating.
Council Tax: West Suffolk - Council Tax Band B
Broadband speed: Up to 5500 mbps available (Source Ofcom)
Mobile phone signal for: Three and O2 (Source Ofcom)
Flood Risk: Very Low Risk