Barberry Cottage, The Causeway, Hitcham, IP7 7NE

An elegant detached period house providing beautifully proportioned accommodation with charming gardens.

Built approximately 150 years ago and recently improved and updated to a high standard, this charming detached house is full of personality and offers a surprising level of particularly elegant accommodation, presented in immaculate order while retaining a wealth of original features, including sash windows, fireplaces, and wooden flooring.

This exceptional property further benefits from off-street parking for multiple vehicles, a detached garage, and immaculately cared-for gardens, all enjoying far-reaching countryside views.

The much-improved and well-presented accommodation currently comprises, in brief, an entrance hall with stairs to the first floor and a door to the charming sitting room, featuring a sash window to the front, exposed brick floor, and a fireplace with wood-burning stove.

The dining room is an ideal space for entertaining, with a fireplace and window to the front.

The inner lobby leads through to the well-equipped kitchen/breakfast room, fitted with an extensive range of units, built-in appliances, and a traditional range oven that also serves the heating system.

Situated off the kitchen is the generous utility room with fitted units, a further sink, and a door to the cloakroom.

The family room is an ideal reception for relaxing, with a fireplace, windows overlooking the rear gardens, and a second staircase to the first floor.

The snug is a particularly versatile and cosy reception room with windows to the front and rear.

On the first floor, the landing leads to three double bedrooms and two beautifully upgraded shower rooms, completing the accommodation.

Outside The house is approached along a block-paved drive, providing ample parking, turning space, and access to the garage.

The part-walled front gardens are laid to lawn with mature trees and a pathway leading to the entrance door.

Gated side access leads to the rear gardens, which are a particular feature of the property.

The beautifully maintained rear gardens are mostly laid to lawn with well-stocked flower beds, a charming summer house, a brick outhouse/potting shed, and a large sandstone terrace, creating an ideal area for outdoor entertaining and al-fresco dining.

Location Hitcham is a popular village with a shop/post office, village hall, and parish church, all surrounded by undulating countryside.

The well-served historic village of Lavenham lies approximately 5 miles away.

The A14 trunk road, providing access to the ports of Ipswich and Felixstowe and to the cathedral town of Bury St Edmunds, can be joined at Stowmarket, which also offers a commuter rail service.

Directions When entering HItcham along the B1115 from the direction of Great Finborough, proceed along The Causeway, where the house will be found on the left hand side set back from the road.

Services Mains electricity, water and drainage. Oil fired radiator central heating.

Council - Babergh Tax Band E Broadband speed: Up to 48 mbps available (Source Ofcom) Mobile phone signal for: EE, Three, Vodafone and O2 (Source Ofcom) Flood Risk: Very Low Risk (Source )