Attractive and spacious Georgian apartment in the heart of Southwold with amazing views over historic high street.

Description

Occupying an exceptional position, in the heart of Southwold and with superb views over the high street, Crownside, as 94a High Street is known, is an attractive and spacious apartment over two floors.

The building is believed to date from the early 19th century and is Grade II listed for historical and architectural interest, retaining many delightful period features, including sash windows, and dental cornicing.

Internally, the accommodation flows exceptionally well, comprising wonderfully proportioned, light filled rooms with high ceilings.

The front door opens on to a useful entrance hall with stairs leading up to the principal accommodation on the first floor. An original stained glass window runs from the ground floor up to the second floor.

The first floors consists of the landing, kitchen, dining room, siting room, two double bedrooms and a family bathroom with a roll top bath; with the principal bedroom and en suite on the second floor.

The attractive contemporary kitchen has been well designed with ample work surfaces and integrated appliances including Smeg fridge/freezer, dishwasher and oven, and a Zanussi induction hob.

The kitchen opens out to the dining room, with a large skylight. An original archway leading through to sitting room. This generous, double aspect room has amazing views over the high street and a handsome wood burning stove

Off the stairs leading up to the principal bedroom is a particularly voluminous storage; the double aspect principal bedroom has useful wardrobe space and an adjoining shower room. Planning permission has been grated to create a roof terrace.

Location

Southwold is a pretty seaside town famed for its painted beach huts, long sandy beaches, iconic 19th century lighthouse and its picturesque pier. There is a wonderful selection of boutique stores, cafés, restaurants and public houses, and a twice weekly market in the market square.

The town also hosts the Southwold Arts Festival's annual celebration of arts and literature. One of Southwold's notable former residents was the novelist George Orwell.

Neighbouring Walberswick is an idyllic coastal village, associated with artists including Philip Wilson Steer and Charles Rennie Macintosh who famously depicted its beautiful beach and dunes. There are two public houses including Good Food Guide recommended restaurant, The Anchor, and a highly regarded delicatessen, The Black Dog.

RSPB Minsmere (11.5 miles) is a world-class nature reserve. Classified as a Site of Special Scientific Interest, its 2,500 acres are habitat to exceptional wildlife.

Aldeburgh (18 miles) is a well-regarded coastal town closely associated with the composer Benjamin Britten. It offers an excellent array of independent shops and award-winning restaurants and, along with Snape Maltings (19 miles), is the venue of the internationally renowned Aldeburgh Music Festival.

Historic market towns, including Saxmundham (15 miles), Framlingham (20 miles) and Woodbridge (27 miles) offer a wide range of independent shops, delicatessens, cafés, restaurants and public houses. Framlingham Castle is an especially iconic local landmark.

Norwich (31 miles) is the largest city in East Anglia and a substantially complete medieval city. There are myriad shops, restaurants, bars and cafés; two striking cathedrals, and the amazing Norman castle, now a gallery and museum.

Crownside is well placed for the commuter: the A12 is 4 miles away, and stations at Halesworth (9 miles), Darsham (10 miles) and Saxmundham offer trains to London Liverpool Street via Ipswich from just under two hours.

Schools in the area are well thought of, including St. Felix School, The Old School Henstead, Framlingham College, Woodbridge School and Norwich School.

There are fantastic local sporting facilities, including golf clubs at Southwold, Halesworth and Aldeburgh; rugby clubs at Southwold and Woodbridge; numerous tennis courts and clubs in the area; and superb sailing along the east coast. Clay pigeon shooting is also available at High Lodge in Darsham.

All times and distances are approximate.

Square Footage: 1,127 sq ft
Leasehold with approximately 174 years remaining.


Additional Info

Services: Mains water, electricity, and drainage; gas-fired central heating.

Agent Note: Please be aware that there are various infrastructure projects proposed for the Suffolk Coast including plans for a new nuclear power station at Sizewell. Wind farm expansion in the North Sea is also taking place and bringing power ashore along with associated cabling and substation works are also being proposed.

Agent Note: Listed Building Consent granted for lowering of existing flat roof to create new roof terrace on 5th October 2021. Ref: DC/21/2907/LBC