Francis House, Brettenham, Suffolk, IP7 7PA

An Exceptional Listed Country Home with Extensive Ancillary Accommodation.

Description Nestled in the heart of the Suffolk countryside and enjoying far-reaching views across open farmland, this beautifully presented Grade II Listed cottage offers an outstanding blend of period charm, contemporary comfort and remarkable versatility.

With substantial ancillary accommodation, stunning landscaped gardens and excellent income potential, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a truly special country home.

The current owners have thoughtfully enhanced the property during their ownership, extending the kitchen, refurbishing the entrance porch and creating the impressive garage and ancillary accommodation, all while preserving the character and integrity of the original home.

They have particularly enjoyed the property's spectacular sunrises, dramatic sunsets and ever-changing countryside views.

A welcoming porch provides a practical arrival space with a fitted study offering an ideal home-working environment with bespoke cabinetry and excellent storage.

At the heart of the house lies the stunning handcrafted bespoke kitchen, expertly designed and complemented by a modern Everhot electric range cooker.

Open plan to the kitchen is a magnificent triple-aspect breakfast room, flooded with natural light and perfectly positioned to capture panoramic countryside views.

With great storage solutions and area for washing machine and fridge-freezer.

The formal dining room provides a wonderful setting for entertaining, featuring exposed beams, characterful period details and an original fireplace with retained flue, offering the possibility of reinstating a fire or log burner.

There is also a cosy sitting room with exposed timbers and a wood-burning stove. The first floor offers three generously proportioned double bedrooms arranged around a spacious open plan landing.

The principal bedroom enjoys a westerly aspect and benefits from a walk-in wardrobe. A contemporary family bathroom and separate shower room completes the accommodation.

Ancillary accommodation A particular feature of the property is the substantial detached Siberian Larch clad ancillary building extending to approximately 1,580 sq ft.

Designed with versatility in mind and served by an independent air-source heat pump, the ground floor comprises a double garage with electric doors, workshop space, and a superb, vaulted sunroom featuring underfloor heating and full-width bi-fold doors opening onto the gardens.

The first floor is beautifully appointed and includes a bedroom, open plan living space and kitchenette, all finished with a contemporary shower room.

Approached via a quiet country lane, the property enjoys a generous gravel driveway providing extensive parking and access to the detached double garage.

The landscaped and enclosed gardens are a true highlight, thoughtfully designed to complement the surrounding countryside.

Rolling fields create a wonderful backdrop, while mature oak trees, established planting, lawns and a natural pond provide year-round interest and abundant wildlife.

For those seeking a more self-sufficient lifestyle, the property also features a Rhino greenhouse, productive vegetable gardens, metal fruit cages and a garden shed, creating the perfect environment for growing your own produce.

Location The property enjoys an enviable position within a thriving Suffolk village community, complete with a historic church, active village hall and an extensive network of countryside footpaths.

Nearby Hitcham offers everyday essentials including a post office and convenience store, while the renowned medieval village of Lavenham provides a wider range of amenities including a Co-op supermarket, bakery, butcher and independent shops.

Bury St Edmunds lies approximately 11 miles away, offering an excellent range of shopping, leisure and dining facilities within a beautiful historic setting.

Stowmarket, approximately 9 miles distant, provides mainline rail services to London and Cambridge, while the nearby A14 offers convenient road links across the region.

Square Footage: 3,445 sq ft Additional Info Mains water and electricity, sewage treatment plant and Oil to central heating system. Annexe and Garage is serviced via an air source heat pump