Charming two-bed cottage with large private garden and parking for two, in peaceful rural hamlet.
Large private rear garden with strong rural outlook
A charming two-bedroom semi-detached cottage tucked into a quiet hamlet on Stradbroke Road, offering generous, private gardens and off-street parking for two cars. Period character remains in the dual-aspect sitting room with a brick fireplace and woodburner, while the re-fitted kitchen/dining room (approx. five years old) and extended conservatory provide bright, usable living space. A newly fitted oil boiler (2024) and a roof replaced about 12 years ago reduce immediate major expenditure.
This property will suit buyers seeking rural calm with straightforward access to Framlingham, Stradbroke and Diss. The layout is traditional and practical: sitting room, kitchen/diner, ground-floor bathroom and two comfortable first-floor bedrooms with built-in storage. The large private garden is a standout—well-suited for families, gardeners or anyone wanting outdoor privacy.
Buyers should note some realistic limitations: heating is oil-fired (ongoing fuel cost), drainage is via a private sewage treatment plant, and the cottage’s solid brick walls are assumed to have no cavity insulation—contributing to an EPC rating of E. Broadband and mobile signal are average in this remoter community. These factors mean there is potential to improve energy efficiency and running costs over time.
Overall, this freehold cottage offers a blend of period charm, recent updates and notable outside space. It will appeal to buyers prioritising rural character and large gardens while accepting some running-cost and upgrade considerations.