A beautifully extended Grade II listed cottage, cleverly creating contemporary living spaces with the original character, situated in an enviable rural setting yet close to Bury St Edmunds. All in 1.1-acres.

Situated in an enviable rural setting by the entrance to Plumton Hall, surrounded by fields and meadows yet just 10 minutes into Bury St Edmunds, South West Lodge is a beautifully presented and extended period house.

With origins dating back to the 16th-century, the property has been transformed over the last 5 years, with a striking new extension that creates beautifully crafted living space, perfect for those that looking to live on one level whilst graced with a large degree of natural light throughout, with many rooms enjoying views over the gardens.

The property extends to 2,000ft2, with the original timber-frame cottage providing a delightful double-aspect snug with front door to the porch, staircase to the first-floor and state-of-the-art air-con/heat pump unit. The open-plan kitchen/breakfast/garden room is stunning – incorporating natural materials and craftsmanship with contemporary nuances, with solid oak floors, painted shaker-style base units with solid wood worktop and matching shelving, oil-fired Aga, built-in dresser and utility cupboard. There is also cloakroom and good-sized boot room.

The double-aspect sitting room flows from the kitchen, with large feature sliding glazed doors to the terrace, wood-burning stove and partial open-studwork creating a walkway to the principal bedroom with glazed doors to the garden, walk-in wardrobe, dressing area and luxurious en suite shower room.

On the first-floor are two front bedrooms with views over the front garden and fields beyond, a large family bathroom which has been updated to a high standard, which leads to a ‘hidden bedroom’ with Velux roof light and attic store room.

Outside
South West Lodge is approached from the village lane, to a gravelled parking area leading to a wrought-irion garden gate, with pathway leading through a landscaped area and to the main entrance. There is a further driveway accessed from the main drive to Plumton Hall, leading off to further parking and a recently built double garage with workshop.

The gardens have some fabulous mature trees, formal gardens and well-stocked flower beds, together with greenhouse and garden shed. There is a large terrace adjoining the property with raised beds. To the far north west is a small paddock, which is also home to a painted timber summerhouse/studio, with electricity connect, and the perfect place to read (or write) a book away from the house.

Services
Mains water, drainage and electricity. Oil-fired heating.

Location Whepstead remains highly sought-after, being a large rural village with parish church and well-regarded public house within walking distance. Bury St Edmunds is a unique and dazzling historic gem with a richly fascinating heritage - the striking combination of medieval architecture, elegant Georgian squares and glorious Cathedral and Abbey Gardens provide a distinctive visual charm. With prestigious shopping, an award¬ winning market, plus a variety of cultural attractions and fine places to stay, Bury St Edmunds is under two hours from London and very convenient for Cambridge, Ipswich and Norwich.