Summary - THE OLD BAKE HOUSE SWINGLETON GREEN MONKS ELEIGH IPSWICH IP7 7AB
2 bed 2 bath Cottage
Character cottage with secluded garden and convertible outbuildings.
Grade II listed partly thatched cottage, c.16th century
The Old Bakehouse is a Grade II listed, part‑thatched cottage dating from the 16th century, quietly set on a large 0.17-acre plot in Swingleton Green. The property retains strong period character — exposed timbering, original fireplace vestiges and dual reception rooms with bay windows — offering a cosy, rural lifestyle with fenland views. The attached range of former outbuildings now houses a kitchen/breakfast room, utility and shower room, and a brick/tile store with scope for conversion (subject to listed building consent).
This home will suit someone seeking a historic countryside retreat rather than a move‑in‑ready modern makeover. Practical considerations include oil-fired heating and the part‑thatched roof, both of which have ongoing maintenance costs and specialist requirements. The Grade II listed status protects historic fabric but will restrict alterations and likely lengthen any renovation or conversion process.
Outside, established borders, wide lawns and a patio create private garden space that opens onto the surrounding fenland. A timber‑framed garage and brick store provide useful parking and storage; the store could become a home office if permitted. Services are connected (mains water, electricity, drainage), broadband is reported fast, and mobile signal is excellent, despite the hamlet location.
Note the practical burdens: higher council tax (Band E), listed‑building limitations, and specialist thatch upkeep. For buyers who value character, seclusion and long‑term potential in a prospering countryside community, this cottage offers a rare, atmospheric base with clear scope to enhance value responsibly.
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