2 Oaklands Drive, Bury St. Edmunds, IP28 8ZX

Occupying one of the finest positions on the development, this beautifully presented three-bedroom semi-detached home was built by the award-winning Barratt Homes in 2020 and enjoys a superb corner plot at the junction of Oaklands Drive and Larch Way.

Overlooking attractive open green space to both the front and side, the property benefits from an enviable degree of privacy, with no immediate overlooking, creating a wonderful sense of space both inside and out.

Finished in a fresh, contemporary style throughout and offered to the market with the significant advantage of no onward chain , this home is ready for its next owners to move straight in.

The accommodation begins with a spacious and welcoming entrance hallway incorporating a convenient cloakroom/WC and opening seamlessly into the dining area, creating an inviting space perfect for modern family living.

The semi open-plan kitchen has been thoughtfully designed with an attractive range of matte grey wall and base units complemented by marble-effect work surfaces, offering both style and practicality.

There is ample room for family dining, making this the heart of the home, whilst French doors lead directly onto the private rear garden, effortlessly blending indoor and outdoor living.

The rear garden is predominantly laid to lawn with a small patio seating area, timber storage shed and gated access to the private driveway, providing off-road parking for two vehicles.

Completing the ground floor is a generously proportioned dual-aspect sitting room, flooded with natural light and enjoying delightful views across the surrounding green open space.

Newly fitted carpets and a soft, neutral colour palette continue throughout the property, enhancing the bright and airy feel.

To the first floor are two spacious double bedrooms and a well-proportioned single bedroom, currently utilised as a nursery.

The impressive principal bedroom is undoubtedly the standout feature, enjoying dual-aspect windows overlooking the green and benefiting from a beautifully appointed en-suite shower room.

The remaining bedrooms are served by a stylish family bathroom.

Combining an exceptional corner position, attractive outlook, modern specification and generous living accommodation, this is an outstanding opportunity to acquire a turnkey home in one of Red Lodge's most desirable residential settings.

The property is ideally situated within easy reach of local amenities, highly regarded schools, countryside walks and excellent transport links via the A11, making it an ideal purchase for families, professionals and commuters alike.

Location The popular village of Red Lodge is positioned just off the A11 some 5 miles from the historic horse racing town of Newmarket and 13 miles from the market town of Bury St Edmunds.

There is excellent access to the A14 which interconnects to the M11 motorway to London and the A11 to the east. The university city of Cambridge can be reached in approximately 30 minutes.

The nearby village of Kennet benefits from having a railway station and there is a branch line connection from Newmarket to Cambridge and Ipswich.

Cambridge and Whittlesford Parkway offer direct rail lines into London, with Cambridge North Station and the fastest trains taking under one hour.

Stansted International Airport is around 40 minutes away.

Village Information Red Lodge dates to 1926 when the first houses were built, although the public house is far older, having been recorded on a map at the site in 1885.

The village has seen a lot of changes in recent years with many new homes from a variety of building companies built on the old rabbit warren lands of Freckenham Manor at the northern end of the village, Kings Warren Development.

There is an active community with many local clubs and groups in the village and it is surrounded by beautiful countryside.

Regular buses serve the village offering transportation to Mildenhall, Newmarket, Bury St Edmunds and other nearby towns and villages.

Facilities Facilities in the village include primary school, village hall (known as the Millennium Centre), a sports pavilion with five-a-side football pitch and tennis courts.

There is a public house/steak house restaurant, convenience store, pharmacy and other local shops.

The nearby village of Chippenham is home to Chippenham Park and the favoured La Hogue Farm Shop and cafe.

The nearby horseracing town of Newmarket provides a further range of amenities including schools, shops, supermarkets, hotels, restaurants, and leisure facilities including health clubs, a swimming pool and golf club.

Renowned globally for thoroughbred horses and boasting two separate racetracks with quality horses competing throughout the season.

If you live locally and feel there is any incorrect or missing information in these village guides, then please do contact us as our aim is to keep them as up to date as possible to assist buyers moving into the area.

EPC Rating: B Parking - Driveway