Summary - LITTLE THATCH SCHOOL LANE FORWARD GREEN STOWMARKET IP14 5EL
3 bed 1 bath Semi-Detached
- Grade II listed thatched cottage with strong period character
- Three bedrooms, one family bathroom; approximately 1,032 sq ft
- Extended ground floor; kitchen opens to dining area with French doors
- Generous, private rear garden and enclosed front forecourt
- Gravel drive offering off-street parking for several vehicles
- Oil-fired central heating; thatch will need specialist maintenance
- Listed status restricts alterations and may increase repair costs
- Hamlet location; peaceful but limited local services and transport
A charming Grade II thatched cottage set in peaceful Forward Green, presented with many original features and a modern ground-floor extension. Exposed beams, wide timber floors and a substantial inglenook fireplace with woodburner create a warm, characterful living space for family life. The fitted shaker kitchen with range cooker opens to a dining area with French doors, giving easy indoor–outdoor flow to the generous, private rear garden.
Practical features include a gravel drive with off-street parking, useful built-in bedroom storage and a separate office/snug that suits home working. The plot is of a decent size for countryside living, with mature hedging and a fenced forecourt providing good privacy. Broadband speeds are reported as fast and the local area is affluent with low crime, making this an attractive rural family home.
Buyers should note the property’s Grade II listed status: external and internal changes will be restricted and repair costs may be higher. The thatched roof and oil-fired central heating are traditional elements that will require specialist maintenance and may affect insurance and running costs. Accommodation totals approximately 1,032 sq ft with three bedrooms and one family bathroom, so space is typical rather than generous.
This cottage will suit purchasers seeking period character and a village setting who are comfortable with the responsibilities of listed, thatched properties. It presents immediate charm and comfortable living now, with potential to improve or adapt within the constraints of its listed status.
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