Deben Villa, Melton Hill, Suffolk, IP12 1AX

Part of our Signature Collection; Situated a short walk from the Thoroughfare is this substantial Victorian detached family home.

The property has been beautifully extended and modernised, including replacement double glazed sash windows, retaining much of it’s character and charm. Deben Villa offers in excess of 2,000 sq.ft.

Of accommodation, including a stunning contemporary open-plan sitting room & kitchen/dining room with large sliding doors opening onto the garden, along with two further reception rooms.

To the rear is a detached double garage with an annexe above with kitchenette, shower room, ideal for additional guest accommodation and a separate summer house, currently used as a gym.

The front door opens into a hall with tiled floor which flows through to the family room, stairs to the first floor and doors off.

Each side of the hall are two reception rooms, both with feature bays with original sash windows incorporating replacement double glazed units.

The dining room has a cast-iron fireplace and the family room has a wood burning stove, door to a cloakroom with basin and WC and access to the open-plan living area.

Steps lead down to a lobby with a cloaks cupboard and sliding door opening to a utility/laundry room with sink, plumbing for washing machine and a shower.

The sitting room has a tiled floor with under-floor heating which continues through the kitchen/dining room.

Sliding doors open onto the garden, with a side seating area and the sitting room has steps down to and overlooks the open-plan kitchen/dining room.

The kitchen/dining room is on the lower level, with sliding doors which span the entire width of the property, opening onto the patio.

There is an extensive range of contemporary base and eye level units, wooden work surfaces, quartz central island and sink.

Integrated appliances include a fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave and a gas range style cooker with extractor fan above.

The first floor landing has doors off to three double bedrooms, all of which have en-suites, and stairs lead to the second floor; a large room with mezzanine, en-suite and views of Sutton Hoo.

The main bedroom overlooks the rear with a dual aspect. The ensuite has a tiled floor and partly tiled walls, white bath with separate shower, basin and WC.

The second floor consists of a further double bedroom with a mezzanine area with ladder.

A window to the rear overlooks the garden and onto the River Deben and a door leads into an en-suite bathroom comprising a bath with separate shower, basin and WC.

Outside The property is set behind a red brick wall with wrought-iron gates leading into the front garden and side pedestrian access.

A traditional tiled path leading to the front door and bordered by established shrubs and plants.

The rear garden has been landscaped with a raised patio area to the immediate rear of the garden with steps down to artificial lawn, enclosed by wooden fencing and a number of mature trees and shrubs.

At the bottom the garden is a guest annexe with double doors opening into a seating area with a kitchenette and shower room.

In addition, there is a home office, currently used as a home gym, but ideal for those working from home.

Steps lead down to the driveway and access to an oversized double garage with electric roller door to the front and room to the side and rear for bikes, along with a workshop.

Location Melton Hill is within easy walking distance of both the River Deben and Woodbridge town centre, which has a wide range of amenities including shops, cafes and restaurants.

There are plenty of opportunities to enjoy the Deben, with some fantastic walks nearby, sailing clubs and the marina, as well as rowing and paddle boarding.

The historic town of Woodbridge has numerous facilities including medical centres, an independent cinema, swimming pool and a train station with links to the county town of Ipswich, which has mainline services to London Liverpool Street.

Woodbridge also has a broad range of private and state schools in the town and local vicinity.

For golfing enthusiasts, there are excellent courses nearby including Woodbridge, Ufford Park and Seckford.

The Suffolk heritage coast is within a short drive and the popular coastal towns of Aldeburgh, Southwold and Thorpeness are within comfortable driving distance.

Directions Please use IP12 1AX as point of destination, or for more information please contact a member of the team on .

Important Information Council Tax Band - E Services - We understand that mains water, drainage, gas and electricity are connected to the property.

Tenure - Freehold Epc-tbc Our ref-cjj Please note that we understand that the annexe has planning permission to be used as guest accommodation, should a buyer wish to investigate using this as a holiday let, further planning permission will be required.