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Guide price£275,000
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2 bedroom cottage for sale

Great Finborough, Stowmarket, Suffolk
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Cottage
2 bed
1 bath

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Property description & features

  • Sought after village location
  • Well-presented throughout
  • A wealth of period features
  • Oil-fired heating
  • Attractive gardens
  • Useful outbuildings
Description An opportunity to acquire a charming and characterful Grade II Listed two bedroom cottage located in a delightful position, set well back from the road within the heart of the ever-popular Suffolk village of Great Finborough. Of particular note, are a wealth of period features, namely exposed timbers and feature inglenook fireplace.

The property will appeal to a wide range of prospective purchasers, particularly the first-time buyer market or even as an investment/second property. 

About the Area Great Finborough is an attractive village in rural mid Suffolk approximately three miles from Stowmarket and therefore within easy reach of the main line railway service to London Liverpool Street and the A14 giving access to the larger neighbouring towns of Ipswich and Bury St Edmunds. Facilities within the village include church, village hall, public house and primary school as well as the independent Finborough School. Stowmarket Golf Club is also within convenient distance. There are some delightful walks and footpaths in the surrounding area.

The accommodation in more detail comprises: 

Front door to:  

Living Room Approx 13'6 x 12' (4.11m x 3.66m) Welcoming, light and airy space with window to front aspect with secondary glazing, exposed timbers and feature inglenook fireplace on a brick hearth with oak bressumer over and incorporating a feature wood burning stove, parquet flooring, door to storage cupboard, door to staircase rising to the first floor and doors to: 

Dining Room Approx 10'8 x 8'7 (3.25m x 2.62m) Attractive window to front aspect with secondary glazing, parquet flooring, exposed timbers and door to cupboard housing the oil-fired boiler and hot water cylinder. 

Kitchen Approx 13' x 7' (3.96m x 2.13m) Fitted with a matching range of wall and base units with composite worktops over and inset with butler sink, drainer integrated into worktop and chrome mixer tap. Integrated appliances include oven, four ring induction hob with extractor over, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer and wine fridge. Two windows to rear aspect, stable door to rear and opening to: 

Rear Hall Incorporating cloak hanging space, tiled flooring, window to rear aspect and door to: 

Family Bathroom Luxuriously appointed white suite comprising w.c, hand wash basin with storage under, roll-top bath with ball and claw feet, tiled shower cubicle, tiled walls, extensive tiled flooring and window to rear aspect.

 

First Floor Landing Bedroom Approx 13'8 x 9' (4.17m x 2.74m) Access to loft and currently used a study area but equally suitable for additional bedroom space and able to accommodate a double bed. Exposed timbers, window to side aspect and door to: 

Master Bedroom Approx 14' x 13' (4.27m x 3.98m) Double room with window to front aspect, exposed timbers, built-in wardrobes and door to storage cupboard. 

Outside The property occupies a delightful position within the heart of the village and is set well back from the road, accessed through a pedestrian gate with subsequent pathway leading up to the front door. This in turn leads to a generous terrace fronting the property and bordered by attractive lawns interspersed with flower and shrub borders. A side gate leads to an ancillary area incorporating a timber storage shed as well as an adjacent area ideal for bin storage and this area also houses the oil tank.

The rear gardens are predominantly lawned with some paved areas as well as a decked sun terrace. Boundaries are clearly defined predominately by panel fencing. Also incorporated within the plot is a substantial timber outbuilding ideal for a variety of uses but currently used as an entertainment space as well as benefiting from power and light, double doors and window to side. In addition to this, is a further brick outbuilding divided into a store in part with a utility area in the other and again offered with power and light. 

Local Authority Mid Suffolk District Council 

Council Tax Band B  

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

Agents Note • We understand that the property is Grade II Listed from our client.

• We understand the neighbouring property enjoys a right of way over 1 The Green for ancillary use. Further details can be found by contacting the agent.

• We understand the property is located within a conservation area. 

Disclaimer Town & Village Properties (and its subsidiaries and their joint Agents where applicable) for themselves and for the vendors or lessors of this property for whom they act, give notice that (I) these particulars are a general outline only for the guidance of prospective purchasers or tenants, and do not constitute the whole or any part of an offer or contract (II) Town & Village Properties cannot guarantee the accuracy of any description, dimensions, references to conditions, necessary permissions for use and occupancy and other details contained herein and prospective purchasers or tenants must not rely on them as statements of fact or representations and must satisfy themselves as to their accuracy, (III) No employee of Town & Village Properties (and its subsidiaries and their joint Agents where applicable) has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty or enter into any contract whatever in relation to the property, (IV) Town & Village Properties (and its subsidiaries and their joint Agents where applicable) will not be liable in negligence or otherwise, for any loss arising from the use of these particulars and Town & Village Properties (and its subsidiaries and their joint Agents where applicable) have not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures and fittings or services and so cannot verify that they are in working order or fit for the purpose. A buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor, (V) Photographs will only show certain parts of the property and assumptions should not be made in respect of those parts of the property that have not been photographed. (Items or contents shown in the photographs are not included as part of the sale unless specified otherwise. It should not be assumed the property will remain as shown in the photograph. Photographs are taken using a wide-angle lens. 

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    Town & Village Properties is a respected brand specialising in the marketing of properties in the popular market town of Needham Market and surrounding villages.  We aim to deliver the best marketing and customer service experience.  Established over 8 years ago in our prominent high street office we are proud of our great reputation and customer service.   What we offer   Experienced friendly team offering a personal approach Prominent High Street office High profile online representation to include Rightmove, Zoopla, OnTheMarket and Prime Location along with our own website Bespoke marketing packs with professional description, floor plans and photography Members of the Guild of Professional Estate Agents with over 800 associated offices London Park Lane advertising Friendly advice on mortgages, conveyancers and removal companies Extensive knowledge of period characterful properties Accompanied viewings & dedicated sales progressor  With 97% customer satisfaction our clients recommend us!   Meet the Team   Ben Hopkins BSc, Director, Guild Associate Ben has been working in estate agency since leaving Canterbury Christchurch University, where he graduated with a degree in Business and Entrepreneurship. He has worked for a number of well-regarded agents before joining Town & Village and has a real passion for selling properties in Suffolk.  Ben went to school locally at Culford, near Bury St Edmunds and returned to his roots after university.  He joined Essex Young Farmers and became Chairman of the Halstead Club in 2017, during this time he was proactively involved in supporting local communities and charities and competing in sporting events   Ben has considerable experience at all levels of the property market with a particular interest in period and village properties and is committed to building long term customer relationships.   Sonya Weir, Guild Associate, Senior Property Consultant/Secretary Sonya has over 18 years’ experience working for some of the largest upper quartile agencies.  Sonya is an associate member of The Guild of Property Professionals.  She manages the running day to day administration within the office, this includes preparing property brochures, keeping vendors updated, marketing and negotiating sales.  Having always lived locally Sonya has a comprehensive knowledge of the area and amenities within it.   Debbie Collins, Guild Associate, Property Consultant & Sale Progressor Debbie has been with the company since our launch.  She is our sales progressor liaising with buyers, sellers and solicitors.  Debbie ensures that transactions go through smoothly and quickly with all parties being kept updated.  She also manages our buyers list matching buyers to sellers.  In addition, she offers a discrete ‘off the market service’ to sellers who do not want to fully market their property immediately, but instead prefer it offered ‘low key’ to specific fully qualified buyers.  

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