Church Walks, Bury St. Edmunds

SITUATION Tucked away in the heart of Bury St Edmunds' historic medieval grid, this charming period cottage offers an increasingly rare opportunity to own a character home with private parking and a delightful walled garden, all within moments of the town's exceptional amenities, Abbey Gardens and cathedral precinct.

Occupying a peaceful position on the picturesque Church Walks, this attractive period cottage combines historic charm with comfortable modern living. The welcoming sitting room provides a generous principal reception space, complemented by a light-filled garden room overlooking the rear garden. A well-appointed kitchen is fitted with an excellent range of cabinetry, while a useful ground floor cloakroom adds everyday practicality.

The first floor offers two well-proportioned double bedrooms, served by a spacious family bathroom together with a separate shower room, providing excellent flexibility for both residents and guests. The property further benefits from gas-fired central heating and sealed unit double glazing throughout.

A particular rarity for such a central location, the property enjoys its own private parking area together with an attractive enclosed walled rear garden, creating a secluded outdoor space ideal for relaxing or entertaining. The peaceful setting of Church Walks, with its absence of through traffic, offers a tranquil retreat despite being just moments from the vibrant town centre. 

LOCATION Church Walks occupies a unique position within the historic medieval street pattern of Bury St Edmunds, created by Abbot Baldwin in the late 11th century and renowned for its beautifully preserved network of narrow streets and alleyways. The surrounding mix of medieval and Georgian architecture creates one of Suffolk's most attractive townscapes.

Just a short stroll away are St Mary's Square, the magnificent Abbey Gardens and the cathedral precinct, together with the town's renowned market, independent boutiques, cafés and restaurants. Bury St Edmunds is widely regarded as one of East Anglia's finest market towns, celebrated for its rich heritage, vibrant cultural scene and excellent range of amenities. The property also enjoys convenient access to the A14 and A11, providing connections to Cambridge, the M11 and beyond, while the nearby railway station offers regular services to Cambridge, London Liverpool Street and, via Cambridge, London King's Cross.

This delightful home presents a rare opportunity to enjoy the character and history of one of Suffolk's most desirable market towns, combined with the convenience of town centre living. Early viewing is highly recommended. 

ENTRANCE HALL With entrance door and door at side to shingled courtyard; slate tiled floor. 

CLOAKROOM With WC and pedestal wash basin; sealed unit double glazed softwood framed window; ladder style heated towel rail; slate tiled floor. 

SITTING ROOM 19' 1" x 12' 5" (5.84m x 3.81m) Feature fireplace with ornamental surround and pamment hearth; softwood framed sealed unit double glazed windows including sash windows to front aspect; two radiators; sealed unit double glazed French doors to rear garden room and sealed unit double glazed French doors to rear garden; fitted carpet. 

KITCHEN 12' 7" x 11' 4" (3.86m x 3.47m) Fitted range of matching wall and floor cupboard units with oak block work surfaces over incorporating single drainer ceramic sink unit with mixer tap; plumbing for dishwasher/washing machine; space for fridge; integrated electric Neff double oven and Zanussi gas hob with extractor canopy over; radiator; slate tiled floor; sealed unit double glazed French doors leading to garden room. 

GARDEN ROOM 11' 3" x 11' 1" (3.45m x 3.38m) Of part brick construction with sealed unit double glazed softwood framed Windows and French doors to rear garden, glass pitched roof; two radiators; Roman blinds and fitted carpet.
 

STAIRCASE FROM ENTRANCE HALL TO FIRST FLOOR:  

LANDING Sealed unit double glazed softwood framed window; cupboard housing gas fired Combi boiler (serving central heating and domestic water); radiator; fitted carpet 

BEDROOM ONE 12' 6" x 11' 5" (3.82m x 3.50m) Sealed unit double glazed softwood framed window to front aspect; radiator; fitted double wardrobe cupboard with hanging rail and shelving; fitted carpet. 

BEDROOM TWO 11' 4" x 11' 2" (3.46m x 3.41m) Sealed unit double glazed softwood framed window to front and side aspect; radiator; fitted carpet. 

SHOWER ROOM 5' 10" x 5' 0" (1.78m x 1.53m) Shower cubicle with Plumbed-in shower; sealed unit double glazed softwood framed window; plumbing for washing machine; ladder style heated towel rail; fitted carpet. 

BATHROOM 12' 6" x 3' 3" (3.83m x 1.,47m) Panelled bath, vanity wash basin and WC; tiled shower cubicle with Plumbed-in shower; sealed unit double glazed softwood framed window; vinyl tiled flooring; ladder style heated towel rail. 

OUTSIDE The property front directly onto Church Walks. A gravelled driveway to the side provides a good parking area and there are raised beds with various established shrubs bushes and trees. The walled cottage Garden enjoys a sunny east westerly aspect and is well stocked with raised beds containing various shrubs and bushes, including an Acer, copper Beach and silver Birch. Otherwise, the garden is paved.