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The Fens,Aldringham,Leiston,IP16 4QR

PROPERTY TYPE

Detached Bungalow

BEDROOMS

3

BATHROOMS

1

SIZE

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TENURE
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Freehold

Key features

  • Detached three-bedroom bungalow
  • Occupying approximately 0.6 acres
  • Backing directly onto nature reserve
  • Quietly positioned along the sought-after lane known as The Fens
  • Excellent opportunity to modernise and create your own home
  • Spacious sitting room with fireplace
  • Principal bedroom with en-suite bathroom
  • Kitchen with adjoining utility room
  • Beautiful mature gardens offering privacy and tranquillity
  • Early viewing highly recommended

Description

The Property

Rarely do opportunities such as this become available.

Quietly tucked away along the peaceful and highly regarded lane known as The Fens, Pine Cottage occupies an exceptional plot extending to approximately 0.6 acres, offering buyers an exciting opportunity to create a truly special home in one of the Suffolk Coast's most desirable settings.

The detached bungalow provides well-balanced accommodation comprising an entrance hall, generous sitting room centred around an attractive fireplace, kitchen, utility room with rear porch, three bedrooms, an en-suite bathroom serving the principal bedroom and a separate family bathroom.

Whilst the property would now benefit from a programme of updating, it presents the perfect blank canvas for buyers wishing to create a home tailored entirely to their own tastes and lifestyle.

Outside, the gardens are undoubtedly one of Pine Cottage's greatest assets. Extending to approximately 0.6 acres, they are predominantly laid to lawn with a wonderful variety of mature trees and established planting, creating an exceptional degree of privacy and tranquillity.

Backing directly onto the adjoining nature reserve, the property enjoys beautiful uninterrupted surroundings where wildlife and birdsong become part of everyday life. Whether your ambition is to sympathetically modernise the existing bungalow, extend (subject to the necessary planning consents) or simply enjoy the remarkable setting, Pine Cottage represents an increasingly rare opportunity along the Suffolk Heritage Coast.

 
The Location

The Fens is one of the Suffolk Coast's hidden gems.

This quiet country lane serves only a handful of individual homes and enjoys an enviably peaceful setting between the sought-after villages of Aldringham and Thorpeness. With virtually no passing traffic and nature quite literally on your doorstep, it offers an exceptional lifestyle for those seeking peace, privacy and space.

The surrounding countryside and nature reserve provide wonderful opportunities for walking, cycling and wildlife watching, whilst the beaches at Thorpeness and Aldeburgh, together with Aldeburgh's renowned High Street, restaurants and independent shops, are all within easy reach.

Despite its wonderfully secluded feel, Pine Cottage remains conveniently positioned for Leiston, Saxmundham and the A12, making it equally suitable as a permanent residence, coastal retreat or second home.

Properties within The Fens rarely become available, particularly those occupying such generous gardens in a setting of this quality.

 

Services

Oil fired central heating.

Mains water and electricity.

Private drainage via septic tank.

 

Local Authority

East Suffolk Council.

Council Tax Band: TBC

 

EPC Rating

EPC Rating: D

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The Fens,Aldringham,Leiston,IP16 4QR

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Affordability

Monthly repayments£2,633
Property: £ 525,000
Deposit: £ 52,500
Interest rate: 5.33%
Term: 30 years
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About Jennie Jones Estate Agents, Saxmundham & Suffolk Heritage Coast

26 High Street, Saxmundham, IP17 1AB
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Established in the early 1990s by Jennie Jones herself, Jennie Jones Estate Agents has grown to become one of the leading independent estate agencies on Suffolk's Heritage Coast. With offices in Saxmundham, Southwold, and Aldeburgh, we are proud to serve this beautiful region, encompassing the charming coastal towns, inland villages, and historic market communities.

Our Saxmundham branch, located at 26 High Street, is staffed by a dedicated and knowledgeable team committed to providing the highest standards of personal and professional service. We specialise in marketing a diverse range of properties from large country houses to one-bedroom apartments, and even beach huts tailoring our approach to meet the unique needs of each client.

In May 2025, we welcomed Aarran Ellis as the new owner. Aarran brings over two decades of experience in estate agency and property technology, including leadership roles at Zoopla, Jupix, and The Lettings Hub. He originally joined Jennie Jones in 2003, successfully opening and managing the Saxmundham branch. His return marks a new chapter in our commitment to innovation and exceptional customer service.

Our deep understanding of the local property market, combined with national and international exposure through top property portals, ensures that we deliver results that matter. Being an independent firm, we are answerable to our clients not shareholders and take great pride in our achievements on their behalf.

At Jennie Jones, we believe estate agency is more than just a property business; it's a people business. We enjoy what we do and love the area we do it in.

For more information or to arrange a free market appraisal, please contact our Saxmundham office at 01728 605511 or visit our website at www.jennie-jones.com.

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