Stunning detached cottage enjoying an enviable setting on the edge of the pretty village of Hessett. All in about 3/4 of an acre.

Understood to have origins dating back to the 16th century and listed Grade II as being of particular historical and architectural interest, Green Meadows is a beautiful thatched cottage providing charming accommodation retaining a wealth of original features including exposed timbers, studwork, oak floorboards and large Inglenook fireplaces. The cottage stands within incredibly beautiful grounds providing an excellent degree of privacy and extending in all to about 3/4 of an acre. There is an adjoining 3 acre field/meadow with direct gated access from the garden. Whilst this is not available for purchase the vendors are willing to offer it as an additional amenity to the garden on a long term licence free of charge (for further information please contact the office).

The accommodation currently in brief comprises of a delightful thatched entrance porch and traditional oak entrance door opening to a delightful dual aspect reception room/family room with large fireplace and many exposed timbers. The dual aspect and heavily timbered dining room is an ideal reception for entertaining with large Inglenook fireplace and stairs off to first floor and the charming triple aspect sitting room a wealth of exposed timbers and large Inglenook fireplace. The kitchen is fitted with a range of units and windows affording delightful views over the gardens and a shower room completes the ground floor accommodation.

On the first floor is a landing giving access to three generous and heavily timbered bedrooms with oak floorboards and views across the gardens and countryside beyond. A family bathroom completes the first floor accommodation.

Outside - Green Meadows is hidden from the road and is approached along a driveway providing ample off road parking and access to detached garaging. The south facing gardens are an outstanding feature being landscaped with great care and thought creating a wonderful place to enjoy the views whilst stocked with an abundance of flowering plants, shrubs and a variety of mature trees. There are two ponds, raised vegetable gardens and stunning views afforded across open countryside. All in about 3/4 of an acre.

Location - The cottage enjoys a wonderfully private setting on the edge of the village, affording far reaching countryside views. Hessett is a highly regarded village which is situated just south of the A14, which gives excellent access to Bury St Edmunds, Ipswich, Cambridge and the motorway network beyond. It lies close to the highly regarded villages of Beyton and Thurston, both which offer an excellent range of facilities, with Thurston also benefitting from a train station. Stowmarket train station is also close providing good links into London. The village itself provides a fine community spirit and the local Public House, The Five Bells, is currently being refurbished. There are good local schools and more comprehensive facilities can be found in Bury St. Edmunds, approximately 10 minutes away in the car.

Directions - When entering Hessett from the direction of Bury St Edmunds and Beyton proceed through the village passing the public house and village green. Remain on this road continuing in the direction of Felsham. The entrance drive to Green Meadows lies approximately 100yds beyond the Hubbards Lane turn off and is immediately adjacent to the driveway of Mullion Barn. The house itself cannot be seen from the road and is only visible when approached from the drive.

Services/Agents Note - Mains electricity, water and drainage. Gas fired radiator central heating. Council band F. Grade II Listed. no onward chain
Vendors note: All the contents of the house and garage including the garden furniture can be made available