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Kersey, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP7

PROPERTY TYPE

House

BEDROOMS

3

BATHROOMS

2

SIZE

2,029 sq ft

189 sq m

TENURE
Describes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.

Freehold

Key features

  • Quiet countryside setting
  • Wealth of character
  • 2 reception rooms
  • AGA Kitchen/breakfast room
  • Conservatory
  • Boot room & cloakroom
  • 3 bedrooms & two bathrooms
  • Double garage with storage above & parking
  • Charming cottage gardens backing on to open fields
  • No onward chain

Description

A wonderfully situated period cottage, with charming gardens, located down a no-through road.

Water Lane Cottage is a charming period property with a wealth of period features.

The cottage presents painted elevations under a tiled roofline, with accommodation arranged over two floors, extending to 2,029 sq ft. Of note is the triple aspect sitting room, with exposed stud work, open fireplace with wood burner inserted on tiled hearth. From here access is given to the conservatory. The ground floor also comprises inner lobby, dining room, cloakroom, study area, AGA kitchen/breakfast room, boot room and utility room.

From the dining hall a staircase leads up to the first-floor landing where access is given to the principal bedroom with en suite shower room, three further bedrooms and family bathroom.

An internal viewing is highly recommended by the sole selling agents to appreciate the accommodation on offer.

OUTSIDE

Water Lane Cottage is approached over a gravelled driveway, giving access to a double garage with twin up and over doors and spacious loft above. There is a large, graveled parking area. The gardens at Water Lane Cottage are a charming feature and are predominantly laid to lawn with a mixture of mature trees and shrubs to include fruit trees the gardens back on to open countryside. There is also a summer house and brick-built garden store.

LOCATION

Water Lane Cottage is located on the outskirts of the village of Kersey. Kersey is well known for being one of the prettiest villages in Suffolk. It is centred around a ford, known as The Splash, as well as the popular local pub, The Bell. St Mary’s church stands proud at the top of Church Hill, as well as an excellent network of countryside walks. Further amenities include the primary school and Kersey Mill with cafe, gym, Pilates and yoga studios, beauticians, hairdressers and a florist. Hadleigh (under 2 miles) provides a more extensive array of shops and facilities, with a selection of highly regarded schools in Ipswich and Colchester. Daily commuting is from Manningtree or Colchester station with fastest trains taking approximately 48 minutes into London Liverpool Street Station.

DISTANCES

Hadleigh – 2 miles
Lavenham – 7 miles
Ipswich – 10 miles
Manningtree – 12 miles (London Liverpool Street Station 55 mins)
Colchester – 15 miles (London Liverpool Street Station 50 mins)

DIRECTIONS (IP7 6EJ)

From Ipswich proceed out along the A1071 passing by Hintlesham, continue along here and after bypassing Hadleigh take a right hand turn along the A1141 (Stone Street) and after a short distance turn left and continue onto The Street. Continue onto Church Hill, take a left onto Vale Lane and continue around to the left onto Water Lane. Water Lane Cottage will be found a short distance down on the left-hand side.

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PROPERTY INFORMATION

Services: Mains water and electricity are connected. Private drainage. Oil fired central heating.

Mobile: Ofcom reports good mobile signal for the four main providers.

Broadband: Ofcom reports standard broadband is available at the property.

EPC: F

Council Tax: Band F. Babergh District Council.

Tenure: Freehold with vacant possession at completion.

Fixtures and Fittings: Items regarded as fixtures and fittings, including carpets and curtains, are initially excluded from the sale, although certain items may be available by separate negotiation.

Viewings: By appointment with Jackson-Stops.

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Particulars
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Band: F
PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
Garage
GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
Yes
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Affordability

Monthly repayments£3,385
Property: £ 675,000
Deposit: £ 67,500
Interest rate: 5.33%
Term: 30 years
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MONDAY - FRIDAY 9am-5.30pm

ACCOMPANIED VIEWINGS - 7 DAYS A WEEK

Jonathan Penn, James Squirrell, Rob Swiney, Tim Dansie and Sarah Walsh (Land and New Homes) at the Ipswich office have over 125 years' combined experience specialising in all aspects of the sale and valuation of prime residential properties throughout Suffolk. The key to our success has been personal Director level service, high quality marketing and presentation, combined with both local knowledge and national connections.

Jackson-Stops, established in 1910, has an enviable reputation for providing an excellent service to our clients. As experienced Estate Agents in Ipswich, our expert and friendly team of professionals have first-rate local knowledge and a proven track record for buying and selling houses in the area. We have had representation in East Anglia since the 1950s, and in addition to the Ipswich branch, we have offices in Bury St Edmunds, Newmarket, Norwich, Burnham Market, Chelmsford and Colchester, providing a network covering the whole region. This links into our national network, including our London offices, with the Country Houses and Estates office located in Mayfair.

In 2020 the Land and New Homes department, headed up by development expert Sarah Walsh, was opened. The team offer a broad range of specialist services such as land valuations, marketing strategies, advice on how to maximise the value of residential development asset, product type, along with guidance on the appropriate mix and density of a site, in order to achieve the highest possible gross development value across New Homes and Conversions. The team offer a bespoke service to both new and existing developers, assisting with everything from the initial land acquisition through to built-out product delivery, as well as unique sales campaigns, targeted marketing and on trend specification advice.

The Ipswich Estate Agents office sits in the heart of the vibrant county town of Ipswich, opposite the magnificent St-Mary-Le-Tower Church. The fast-developing waterfront and the variety of high-quality retailers is increasing Ipswich's popularity.

The region's principal settlements including Ipswich, Colchester and Stowmarket are attracting a wide variety of buyers from throughout the country, whilst North Essex and South Suffolk lie within daily commuting tolerance of London, with mainline rail services running frequently.

The East Anglian region is well served by main roads, with the M11, A12 and A14 linking into the country's motorway network. The East Coast, with its picturesque estuaries, offers a wide variety of water sport opportunities. There are numerous attractive market towns, including medieval Lavenham, the riverfront town of Woodbridge, Dedham in the heart of Constable Country, as well as the popular coastal towns of Orford, Aldeburgh, Walberswick and Southwold.

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We hope the properties we have available will be of interest to you. If you would like any further information on these or wish to discuss any aspect of the Suffolk property market, please do not hesitate to contact us.

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