Stansfield, Sudbury, Suffolk

Some houses have an ease and character that is difficult to recreate, and The Cottages is one of them. Dating from 1728, this charming period home sits quietly in the Suffolk village of Stansfield, surrounded by mature gardens and countryside. Full of warmth and character, it combines the romance of an old country cottage with the practical spaces needed for modern life. Inside, the house is rich in the details that make an older home so appealing exposed timber beams, traditional brickwork, characterful windows and, at its heart, a wonderful inglenook fireplace with a wood-burning stove. The sitting room is an especially cosy space, with the fireplace providing a natural focal point and the feeling of a room made for long evenings at home. The kitchen and dining room has a relaxed, sociable feel, with painted cabinetry, timber worktops, and a generous farmhouse table. There is plenty of space for cooking, eating and entertaining, while the windows look out towards the greenery beyond. Upstairs, the character continues, with charmingly shaped rooms, exposed brickwork and beams. The principal bedroom is particularly appealing, with a lovely sense of space and views towards the surrounding countryside. The bathroom has a wonderfully traditional feel, with a freestanding bath, separate shower and classic black-and-white floor. Outside, the gardens are perhaps one of the property's greatest pleasures. Mature trees and established planting create a wonderfully private setting, while the rear garden enjoys lovely open views across the surrounding fields. There are plenty of places to sit and enjoy the changing seasons, with the countryside providing a beautiful backdrop. The property also benefits from off-road parking and a garage, adding a level of practicality that is not always easy to find with a house of this age and character. The Cottages is a home with a genuine sense of place a 1728-built Suffolk cottage, surrounded by greenery and open ountryside, where original character, comfortable living and a slower pace of life come together rather beautifully. 

PROPERTY INFORMATION - Bedrooms: 4.

- Reception Rooms: 4.

- Bathrooms: 1

- Off-road parking.

- Single garage.

- Services: Mains water, electricity. LPG gas heating. Mains drains.

- EPC: Band TBC.

- Communication Services: Broadband. Yes. Speed up to 20 mpbs upload and download up to 80 mpbs.

Telephone Signal: Yes.

NOTE: David Burr make no guarantees or representations as to the existence or quality of any services supplied by third parties. Speeds and services may vary and any information pertaining to such is indicative only and may be subject to change. Purchasers should satisfy themselves on any matters relating to internet or

- Council Tax: Band D. £2,351.00 per annum.

- Local Authority: West Suffolk Council.

VIEWING: Strictly by prior appointment only through DAVID BURR.

NOTICE: Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of these sales details, they are for guidance purposes only and prospective purchasers or lessees are advised to seek their own professional advice as well as to satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their correctness. No representation or warranty whatsoever is made in relation to this property by David Burr or its employees nor do such sales details form part of any offer or contract. 

ABOUT THE AREA Stansfield is a pretty village with a public house, parish church and village hall, nestling in a deep valley surrounded by undulating
farmland. 

USEFUL INFORMATION Towns and Villages

Bury St Edmunds (10 miles)
Cambridge (27 miles)
Newmarket (13 miles)
Sudbury (11 miles)
Clare (27 miles)

Pubs and Restaurants

The Weeping Willow, Bury St Edmunds
The White Horse, Withersfield
The Three Ways Country Pub and Restaurant
The Crown, Hartest
The Queen's Head, Hawkedon

Schooling

Barnardiston Hall Preparatory School (7 miles)
Culford School (15 miles)
The Perse School (27 miles)

Train Stations

Audley End (23 miles)
Cambridge (27 miles)
Bury St Edmunds (10 miles)
Sudbury (11 miles)