Summary - St. Cross, South Elmham, Harleston IP20 0PH
2 bed 1 bath Terraced
Characterful Victorian cottage with panoramic countryside views and large private plot.
No onward chain — immediate possession possible
Set within the peaceful hamlet of St Cross, this two-bedroom Victorian cottage offers countryside living with immediate viewing potential thanks to no onward chain. The house retains authentic character — exposed beams, an exposed brick fireplace with wood burner and sash-style windows — and enjoys wide open views across agricultural land. A large plot and private, enclosed rear garden create scope for outside living and storage, while a tandem driveway provides off-street parking for up to three cars (access over neighbour’s land recorded).
The interior is compact and traditionally laid out: sitting room with feature fireplace, an open-plan kitchen/dining area leading to a garden room, two double bedrooms (one arranged as two separate spaces) and a family bathroom. Practical updates have been carried out to roofs and the extension, but the property shows signs of ongoing restoration work and some scaffolding remains. The spiral staircase and smaller room footprints suit buyers comfortable with cottage proportions.
Buyers should note material considerations: the property uses a private septic tank, broadband speeds are very slow, and the location is in a high flood-risk zone. These factors affect running costs, insurance and connectivity. The house is freehold and in a low-crime, remote rural setting ideal for someone seeking tranquility and character rather than urban convenience.
This cottage will appeal to downsizers, countryside lovers or buyers seeking a character home with further improvement potential. With a generous plot and strong rural outlook, it offers scope to adapt or enhance subject to consents, but requires attentive maintenance and consideration of the site’s utilities and flood exposure.
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