3-bedroom terraced house · CO10 5LJ
For saleListed 163 days
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An exceptional three-bedroom semi-detached period cottage, occupying a central position within the highly regarded village of Assington.
Unlisted and beautifully presented throughout, the property blends a wealth of retained character features with high-quality contemporary finishes, offering approximately 1,645 sq ft of versatile accommodation arranged over two floors.
Generous ceiling heights, exposed timbers, Suffolk latch doors and stripped oak flooring combine effortlessly with stylish modern fittings, creating a home of considerable warmth and character.
The accommodation is centred around a superb dual aspect sitting room, complete with parquet flooring, exposed studwork and a brick fireplace with inset wood burning stove.
A spacious open-plan kitchen/breakfast/dining room provides an outstanding entertaining environment, extensively fitted with shaker-style cabinetry, oak preparation surfaces and a substantial central island, whilst allowing ample space for dining.
Oak flooring runs throughout the room. A snug or home office with parquet flooring is enhanced by flush fitting French doors opening directly onto the rear terrace and gardens .
A practical utility room and cloakroom complete the ground floor accommodation.
The first floor offers three well-proportioned bedrooms, including a principal suite with dressing room area with fitted storage and an en-suite bathroom.
Two further double bedrooms are served by a stylish family shower room, with all accommodation enjoying pleasant outlooks over the surrounding gardens and village setting.
Outside, the property benefits from tandem off-street parking for two vehicles plus a parking area to the front.
Attractive rear gardens arranged with paved terrace and raised pond, established borders, lawned areas and a further seating space beneath a pergola, providing an excellent setting for both relaxation and entertaining.
There is a useful outbuilding and a garden shed/workshop. EV charging point to side.
Assington is one of Suffolk's most sought-after villages, renowned for its attractive period architecture, strong sense of community and picturesque countryside surroundings.
Positioned between the market towns of Sudbury and Colchester, the village offers an appealing balance of rural living with convenient access to wider amenities, schooling and commuter links, including mainline rail services to London Liverpool Street from nearby Manningtree and Colchester stations.
The village itself benefits from a highly regarded public house, parish church and an abundance of scenic walking routes across the surrounding Dedham Vale countryside.
The property enjoys an enviable position within easy reach of the area's renowned Constable Country landscape, making it particularly attractive for those seeking a semi-rural lifestyle without compromise.
Excellent road connectivity via the A12 and A134 provides straightforward access towards Colchester, Ipswich and Bury St Edmunds, whilst nearby independent schools, village amenities and countryside pursuits further enhance the appeal of this exceptional period home.
TENURE: Freehold SERVICES: Mains water and electricity are connected. Private drainage and oil fired heating, EV charging point. NOTE: None of these services have been tested by the agent.
EPC RATING: E WHAT3WORDS: drum.dissolves.these LOCAL AUTHORITY: Babergh District Council, Endeavour House, 8 Russell Road, Ipswich, IP1 2BX ).
BAND: E VIEWING: Strictly by prior appointment only through DAVID BURR.
NOTICE: Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of these sales details, they are for guidance purposes only and prospective purchasers or lessees are advised to seek their own professional advice as well as to satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their correctness.
The measurements, description, distances, journey times etc. are provided as a guide only and should not be relied upon as entirely correct.
No representation or warranty whatsoever is made in relation to this property by David Burr or its employees nor do such sales details form part of any offer or contract.
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