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See how verdicts work2-bedroom house · CO11 1QZ
Listing removedReduced £20k (−5.6%) on 20 JunListed 181 days
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About
The cottage offers a welcoming sitting room with a tiled hearth and inset log burner. Sash windows to the front of the property allow the room to fill with an abundance of natural light.
The kitchen is fitted with a range of base and eye level units, Integral dishwasher and fridge / freezer, Bosch oven, hob, extractor and LG washing machine.
A stable door provides access to a secluded south facing courtyard garden. A landing provides access to two double bedrooms, airing cupboard and a family bathroom.
Outside, to the rear of the property there is a private enclosed courtyard garden with outside WC.
A gate provides access to an extensive mature garden which is mainly laid to lawn, with beautiful shrub and flower borders, which in turn opens out onto a paved terrace with stunning views over the River Stour and Cattawade Marshes.
The garden also provides two sheds, one of which has power connected. To the front of the property a driveway provides off-road parking for two vehicles.
Agents note Neighbouring properties numbers 4 and 5 have a right of access across the rear of the property.
Location Brantham is a pretty village located close to the Essex border along the river Stour. The village offers a co-op, primary school and sports centre.
Ideally situated between Ipswich and Colchester, the village lies just 2 miles north of Manningtree, which provides mainline services to London Liverpool Street in 56 minutes.
The nearby village of East Bergholt offers further schools and amenities, and the quaint village of Dedham is just 5 miles to the west.
Services We understand mains water, electricity and drainage are connected Local Authority and Council Tax Band Babergh with Mid Suffolk District Council Band B (2026) EPC Rating Current D(55).
Potential B(88).
Value & comps
No previous sales on record.
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Archie refurb estimate: a Pro feature
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