Shelley, Ipswich

An attractive Grade II listed cottage with three bedrooms and three reception rooms, set within approximately 1.2 acres of gardens near Stoke-by-Nayland.

Becketts Lane Cottage is an attractive Grade II listed detached cottage arranged over two floors, offering spacious and versatile accommodation while retaining much of its original character.

The front door opens into an entrance porch, leading directly into the generous dining room. The dining room features a substantial fireplace, which is retained for decorative purposes only. The sitting room provides a separate principal reception room, while the study offers useful space for home working.

The kitchen is supported by a separate utility room, while the boiler room provides further utility and storage space. A ground-floor shower room completes the accommodation on this level.

The first-floor accommodation is arranged in two sections. Bedrooms 1 and 3, together with the bathroom, are interconnected and can be approached by either the staircase from the sitting room or the staircase positioned between the dining room and study. Bedroom 2 is independently accessed via a separate staircase from the kitchen. An additional attic space provides useful storage and could also serve as an informal hobby or play area.

Location - Becketts Lane Cottage occupies an attractive rural position near the well-regarded village of Stoke-by-Nayland, which offers a range of amenities including public houses, a village shop with post office, together with a golf club, spa and hotel. The property lies within the Dedham Vale National Landscape, enjoying views across the surrounding Suffolk countryside.

The market towns of Sudbury and Colchester lie approximately 11 miles to the north and south respectively, with Colchester providing mainline rail services to London Liverpool Street in under an hour. The A12 offers good road links to Ipswich, approximately 14 miles to the north-east.

Gardens - Becketts Lane Cottage is set within approximately 1.2 acres of established gardens, which surround the property and are predominantly laid to lawn, with mature trees, hedging and planted areas.

A stream runs along the lower boundary of the garden, while during the wetter months a seasonal pond forms beside an ancient willow tree, adding to the natural character of the setting.

A gravelled driveway leads to the cottage and provides ample off-road parking. The gardens enjoy views across the surrounding countryside and provide a good degree of privacy.

Services - Mains electricity, private water and drainage connected with oil fired central heating.

Broadband : Prospective tenants are advised to make their own enquiries regarding the availability and speed of broadband services at the property.

Mobile Phones : Prospective tenants are advised to make their own enquiries regarding mobile network coverage at the property.

Council Tax - Band F; £3,229.32 payable per annum 2026/27

Local Authority : Babergh District Council, Endeavour House, 8 Russell Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP1 2BX
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Tenancy Term - To let unfurnished on an Assured Periodic Tenancy.

Viewings - Strictly by appointment with the Agent.

Additional Information - Holding Deposit: £392.20 (equivalent to 1 week)
Tenancy Deposit: £1,961.00 (equivalent to 5 weeks)

Rent must be paid monthly in advance.

Please Note - Items depicted in the photographs or described within these particulars are not necessarily included within the tenancy agreement. These particulars are produced in good faith, are set out as a general guide only and do not constitute any part of a contract. No responsibility can be accepted for any expenses incurred by intending purchasers or lessees in inspecting properties which have been sold, let or withdrawn.

August 2026