Polstead, Colchester, Suffolk

*** GUIDE PRICE £425,000 to £450,000 ***

White Cottage is an individual three-bedroom detached residence, understood to date from the 1960s and designed with a traditional cottage style aesthetic, occupying an enviable position on Polstead Hill within the highly regarded Suffolk village of Polstead. Set well back from Polstead Hill and situated within the village Conservation Area and the Dedham Vale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the property enjoys a delightful setting complemented by elevated views across the surrounding countryside. Offering well-proportioned and versatile accommodation arranged over two floors, White Cottage combines an appealing traditional exterior with the practical attributes of a comfortable family home, further enhanced by attractive gardens, extensive private parking and an attached garage.

The accommodation is introduced via an inviting entrance hall, displaying exposed wall panelling and a staircase rising to the first floor. Of particular note is the impressive dual aspect sitting room, enjoying an abundance of natural light through leaded light casement windows to the front elevation, with double doors opening directly onto the rear garden. A central brick fireplace housing an oil-fired stove provides an attractive focal point to this generously proportioned reception room. The kitchen enjoys an open connection with the adjoining dining area, creating a sociable and practical arrangement, with the dining area benefiting from a pleasant outlook across the gardens.

The kitchen is fitted with a range of Shaker style units, incorporating a stainless-steel sink and drainer, with access continuing through to a rear hall and subsequently to a delightful garden room. Constructed on a brick base with glazing to three elevations, this versatile additional reception space provides an excellent setting from which to appreciate the gardens throughout the seasons, whilst also benefiting from a personnel door connecting directly to the adjoining garage.

A particularly attractive feature of the accommodation is the provision of a generous ground floor double bedroom, complete with partially mirrored fitted wardrobes and conveniently positioned adjacent to a shower room. This arrangement offers considerable flexibility, being equally suited to guests, multi-generational living or those seeking the convenience of ground-floor bedroom accommodation.

The first floor is arranged around a central landing, providing access to two further generously proportioned double bedrooms, both enjoying an excellent degree of natural light and attractive elevated views across the surrounding countryside. A centrally positioned family bathroom serves both bedrooms, completing the first-floor accommodation. 

Outside White Cottage is approached via gated side access, opening to a generous area of private parking and the considerable benefit of an attached garage. The property is complemented by charming cottage style gardens, providing an attractive setting with opportunities for outdoor dining, relaxation and enjoyment of the surrounding rural environment. The established setting, traditional appearance and delightful countryside outlook combine to create a particularly appealing village home. 

Location Polstead is a picturesque and highly regarded Suffolk village, renowned for its attractive period properties, historic church and quintessential village atmosphere. Set amidst the gently undulating countryside of the Dedham Vale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, now known as a National Landscape, the village offers a delightful rural environment characterised by established woodland, open farmland and an extensive network of countryside walks. The village itself retains a strong sense of community, with its traditional village green and surrounding historic buildings contributing to its considerable charm and appeal.

Despite its peaceful rural setting, Polstead is conveniently positioned for access to the nearby villages of Stoke-by-Nayland, Boxford and Nayland, with the larger towns of Hadleigh, Sudbury and Colchester providing a more comprehensive range of shopping, educational and recreational facilities. The surrounding road network provides connections towards the A12, whilst mainline railway services to London Liverpool Street are available from nearby stations, making the location equally attractive for those seeking a permanent country residence or a home combining rural tranquillity with accessibility to wider amenities. 

TENURE: Freehold 

SERVICES: Mains water, mains drainage and electricity are connected. oil fired heating. NOTE: None of these services have been tested by the agent. 

EPC RATING: E 

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LOCAL AUTHORITY: Babergh District Council, Endeavour House, 8 Russell Road, Ipswich, IP1 2BX ). BAND: D 

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. The measurements, description, distances, journey times etc. are provided as a guide only and should not be relied upon as entirely correct.

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.