The Common, Botesdale, Diss IP22 1LG

This wonderful clay lump cottage is situated along a small country lane on the outskirts of Botesdale. Over the years, both Rickinghall and Botesdale have proven to be highly desirable village locations, offering a beautiful assortment of period and historic properties. The villages retain a good range of local amenities and facilities, including a health centre, supermarket, public houses, schooling, church, and good transport links. The nearby market town of Diss lies approximately seven miles to the east, providing an extensive and diverse range of day-to-day amenities, along with a mainline railway station offering regular direct services to London Liverpool Street and Norwich.

Occupying a generous plot of approximately 2 acres, this secluded detached clay lump cottage enjoys a fantastic position surrounded by countryside—perfect for those seeking scenic walks right on their doorstep. The ground floor comprises two reception rooms, both featuring exposed beams that offer character and charm. One is used as a sitting room with an open brickwork fireplace, alongside a separate dining room. There is also a spacious kitchen/diner with a tiled floor and ample worktop space, providing ease for everyday living and entertaining. The ground floor further benefits from a family bathroom with shower, wash basin, and WC. Completing the ground floor is a substantial barn, accessible both externally and internally from the property. This versatile space offers excellent potential to extend the living accommodation (subject to the necessary planning consent), or could be used as a home studio, office, gym, or additional storage.

On the first floor, there are three well-proportioned bedrooms. The principal bedroom is located at the rear of the property and benefits from a dual aspect, allowing an abundance of natural light. Bedrooms two and three, both doubles, are situated at the front of the property. A family bathroom, comprising a bath, WC, and wash basin, is located centrally on the first floor, providing convenient access from all bedrooms.

Externally, the property truly excels. Set within approximately 2 acres of meadow and garden, it provides an ideal setting for summer entertaining, dog walking, or for children to explore. The main garden offers an abundance of well-established trees, hedges, and flowers, creating a tranquil place to relax. The property also benefits from numerous outbuildings, including a garage and summer house, along with ample off-road parking.

AGENTS NOTE: The vendor has advised that there is a restriction on the meadow that does not allow additional buildings/dwellings.

KITCHEN: - 6.76m x 3.02m (22'2" x 9'11")

LIVING ROOM: - 3.45m x 4.27m (11'4" x 14'0")

DINING ROOM: - 3.48m x 3.38m (11'5" x 11'1")

INNER HALL: 

SHOWER ROOM: - 1.68m x 1.52m (5'6" x 5'0")

BARN: - 3.53m x 7.32m (11'7" x 24'0")

FIRST FLOOR LEVEL - LANDING: 

BEDROOM: - 3.51m x 3.35m (11'6" x 11'0")

BEDROOM: - 3.56m x 3.05m (11'8" x 10'0")

BEDROOM: - 3.96m x 3.05m (13'0" x 10'0")

BATHROOM: - 2.69m x 2.01m (8'10" x 6'7")

AGENTS NOTE: Material Information regarding the property can be found in our Key Facts for Buyers interactive brochure located in the Virtual Tour

SERVICES:
Drainage - private (septic tank)
Heating - night storage
EPC Rating TBC
Council Tax Band C
Tenure - freehold

Anti-Money Laundering Fee Statement
To comply with HMRC's regulations on Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Whittley Parish are legally required to conduct AML checks on every purchaser(s) once a sale is agreed. We use a government-approved electronic identity verification service from Landmark to ensure compliance, accuracy, and security. This is approved by the Government as part of the Digital Identity and Attributes Trust Framework (DIATF).  

The cost of anti-money laundering (AML) checks is £50 + VAT (£60 inc VAT) per purchase, payable in advance after an offer has been accepted. This fee to Whittley Parish is mandatory to comply with HMRC regulations and must be paid before a memorandum of sale can be issued. Please note that the fee is non-refundable.