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Set on a plot of around 1.75 acres is this extended cottage with double cart lodge that is predominantly surrounded by open fields and farmland Predominantly surrounded by open fields and farmland is this extended three bedroom semi-detached cottage with double cart lodge which is set on a plot of around 1.75 acres.
Along with being offered with no onward chain the property has both a ground floor shower room and first floor bathroom, modern fitted kitchen and oil-fired central heating .
A rare opportunity to acquire this semi-detached cottage which benefits from a large green area and wooded area to the front and is set on the fringes of the popular village of Playford.
The reception hall has a tiled floor, stairs to the first floor with an understair cupboard. The spacious sitting room is located to the front and has an inset wood burner.
From here double doors lead into a dining room which has a window overlooking the garden and opens through to the modern kitchen which is well-equipped with an extensive range of contemporary style base units, wall cupboards, worktops and drawers.
Integrated appliances include a double electric oven, four-ring hob extractor hood and dishwasher.
Beyond this is the utility room has a door to the rear garden with a further range of base units and work top.
Also to the ground floor, accessed from the hall, is a shower room which comprises a double shower, basin, WC and an airing cupboard.
The landing provides access to all three bedrooms and the family bathroom. The main bedroom is located to the front with built-in shelving.
Bedroom two, a good size double room, is located to the rear as is the third bedroom. The spacious family bathroom comprises of a bath with shower over, basin, WC and built-in shelving.
Outside To the front of the property there is a driveway which is owned by the cottage that the neighbour of No 2 has right of access over.
To the side of the cottage is a large hard standing area providing parking for a number of vehicles. There is a double detached cart lodge with pantile roof.
The remainder of the front garden is laid to lawn.
Immediately to the rear of the property is the fenced rear garden which is laid predominantly to lawn with a range of mature trees, flower beds and shrubs.
To the side of the cart lodge is another large area of grass and also included within the sale to the front of the cottage is a large wooded area beyond which is a large triangulated green area.
The overall plot measures approximately 1.75 acres and approximate boundaries are illustrated by the Promap contained within this listing.
Location The property is situated in an exceptional semi-rural position to the north-east side of Ipswich between the desirable villages of Rushmere St. Andrew and Playford.
Whilst it is predominantly surrounded by open fields and farmland the cottage does provide easy access to links back towards Ipswich, Ipswich Hospital and towards Woodbridge The A12/A14 are also within easy striking distance.
Directions Please use a Sat Nav with postcode IP5 1DP and upon turning into Butts Road, from Playford Road, follow the road north bound until reaching a track on the left hand side.
Follow this track until reaching the cottage which you will find on the right hand side. Important Information Council tax band – C Services – Mains water and electricity are connected.
Oil central heating. Septic system Tenure – Freehold EPC rating - D Agents note There is shared septic tank drainage system between this and the neighbouring property, 2 New Buildings.
The tank is located in the rear corner of No 2's garden.
Any purchaser of No 1 New Building will be required to enter into an easement agreement with the neighbours at No 2 to agree to split any costs associated with the septic tank by 50%.
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