4 The Fairway, Witnesham, Witnesham, IP6 9JA

This singular three-bedroom house overlooks a golf course near the rural village of Witnesham, Suffolk.

Formerly a 1910s milking parlour and a 1980s club house, this storied building was converted in recent years and renovated to an exceptional standard by the current owners.

Generous proportions define the interiors, which have been carefully finished with a subtle colour palette and high-quality materials. At the front of the house is a flourishing cottage garden.

Ipswich rail station is around 15 minutes away by car, offering direct services to London Liverpool Street in approximately 60-75 minutes.

The Tour Sitting on a quiet plot directly overlooking Fynn Valley Golf Course, the house is approached via a shared private drive.

Tucked behind a verdant front garden, the understated brick construction is crowned by a distinctive apex roof, with southerly dormer windows and solar panels.

Entry is to a luminous glass and oak lobby, where there is plenty of space for storing jackets and shoes. Tiles in a geometric pattern extend underfoot.

Internal glass doors open to a vast sitting room oriented toward an impressive built-in library spanning an entire wall.

Engineered oak floors provide a sense of cohesion throughout and are complemented by underfloor heating. Slightly tucked to one side is a light-filled dining area.

Further along the open-plan is a substantial kitchen, fitted with a range of shaker-style units in dark navy tones topped with sleek stone surfaces.

There are integrated appliances by Siemens, including induction hob, oven, fridge/freezer and wine fridge. Glass doors open to the front garden and outdoor dining area.

On this floor and at the opposite end of the plan is a double bedroom – also suited as a tranquil home office – with views of the surrounding greenery.

The en suite shower room is well appointed with floor-to-ceiling tiling in a herringbone pattern.

A practical utility space, with washing machine and tumble dryer, and a separate WC room serve this floor. An oak staircase rises to an airy landing, where rooflights drawn in natural light.

Set within the eaves are two spacious bedrooms with built-in wardrobes, distinctive arched windows and seagrass carpeting.

The largest of the two rooms opens to a sheltered balcony overlooking the golf course. The second bedroom has an en suite shower and a secret play area hidden within the eaves.

There is a large, shared bathroom with a separate shower, geometric tiles underfoot and sleek black fittings. Outdoor Space A verdant cottage garden sets the tone at the front of the house.

A paved patio with a large table and a firepit is accessed from the kitchen, providing opportunities for outdoor dining and entertaining.

A lawned area offers the perfect spot for playing and exercising. There is a greenhouse, a vegetable garden and raised beds perfect for growing tulips, strawberries and asparagus.

Plantings of clematis and dense hedgerows attract a diverse range of pollinators. The grounds are also home to a double garage and there is direct access from the garden to the golf course.

The Area The house sits on a leafy plot overlooking Fynn Valley Golf Course.

Surrounded by open farmland, the area benefits from both a quiet setting and easy access to everyday amenities, restaurants and scenic walks.

The Tuddenham Fountain pub is a local favourite and a 20-minute walk away along the picturesque Fynn Valley path. It serves excellent food and hosts summer music events.

For those with a passion for golf, the house is ideally located, with immediate access to the well-regarded course and excellent clubhouse facilities.

The historic port town of Woodbridge is around 19 minutes away by car, named by The Times “one of the best places to live in the UK” in 2026.

It plays host to a wide selection of independent shops and restaurants, and its bustling waterfront is the perfect spot for a weekend stroll.

Less than a 10-minute drive away, Ipswich is believed to be one of the oldest towns in the country.

It offers several excellent dining options and its market runs four times a week, renowned for its fresh fish, locally sourced fruit and vegetables, and fresh farm produce.

The Ipswich Regent Theatre has a full programme of comedy, musical, classical and opera events. Christchurch Park is home to 82 acres of picturesque grounds, tennis courts and a children’s play area.

Set within the park is Christchurch Mansion, an exemplary Tudor mansion that dates to the 16th century and houses the largest collection of Gainsborough and Constable paintings outside of London.

For further explorations, the Suffolk and Essex Coast and Heaths National Landscape is approximately a 35-minute drive away.

The Suffolk coast is noted both for its beauty and, increasingly, its cultural attractions, including Snape Maltings, part of Britten Pears Arts, which is an internationally regarded cultural centre, a mix of malthouses and granaries dating from the mid-19th century.

It also hosts the Aldeburgh Festival, a 24-day event celebrating music, the arts, opera, comedy and film.

There are excellent schooling opportunities in the area, including Woodbridge School, St Margaret’s CofE and Northgate High School.

The Ipswich School is a 5-minute drive and has excellent nursery, preparatory and secondary provision. Ipswich rail station is approximately 15 minutes away by car from the house.

From here, there are direct services to London Liverpool Street in approximately 60-75 minutes. Council Tax Band: E