Summary - 14 GUILDHALL STREET BURY ST EDMUNDS IP33 1PR
5 bed 2 bath Town House
Character-filled five-bedroom townhouse with hidden garden and studio, moments from the cathedral..
Five bedrooms across four storeys with high ceilings and period features
Two modern bathroom suites; utility/cloakroom and upgraded lighting
Private hidden mature garden with terrace; small overall plot
Separate street access for bins and bicycle storage
Garden studio with veranda; potential annexe or home-office conversion
Vaulted cellar and historic features; potential for further sympathetic refurbishment
City-centre location: immediate access to shops, restaurants and transport links
Notable negatives: very high local crime and expensive council tax
This substantial five-bedroom Georgian-fronted townhouse combines deep period character with practical family living in the heart of historic Bury St. Edmunds. High ceilings, original coving, marble fireplaces and a vaulted cellar provide genuine charm, while two recently fitted bathroom suites, upgraded lighting and a utility cloakroom make the house ready for modern use. The property extends across four storeys and includes a versatile garden studio reached by a veranda walkway — ideal as a home office or potential annexe.
A rare feature for a town-centre home is the private hidden garden accessed through a wrought-iron gateway. The small but mature garden, part of the neighbouring Guildhall grounds, offers secluded outdoor space and rooftop views towards St. Edmundsbury Cathedral. French doors from the kitchen open to a terrace, while separate street access provides bicycle and bin storage, useful in a central setting with limited plot size.
Practical considerations are clear and must be weighed. The property sits in a city centre location with very high local crime statistics and expensive council tax; the small plot and modest external grounds limit outside amenity. Although many period features are well preserved, some areas will benefit from sympathetic refurbishment to realise full value, and buyers should confirm specifics of services and structural condition during inspection.
Overall this is an attractive option for a family seeking a characterful, centrally located home with flexible space for home working or multi-generation use. It will also appeal to buyers wanting proximity to shops, schools and transport links, while those prioritising large private grounds or low-crime suburbs should consider other options.
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