2 Bed Detached House For Sale

Offered for sale with no onward chain is this beautifully presented two bedroom semi-detached Victorian cottage which has been sympathetically extended and modernised over the years. The property benefits from ample off road parking and an extensive rear garden with far reaching views over the surrounding countryside.



A delightful home that blends the modern day with original character and charm, with a wonderful open plan living space with sliding doors onto a decking and the cottage-style garden. All windows have been replaced in the last 12 months.

The front door is accessed from the side of the property and leads into the spacious hallway which has a recessed storage area, a generous cupboard which houses the heating systems and controls which were updated in November 2023, and stairs to the first floor. A door on the left leads into the ground floor wet room which has been fitted with a low level WC, wash hand basin and a walk in shower. From the hallway, a further door leads into the light-filled kitchen/dining/living area which is the focal point of the property, with a vaulted ceiling, roof lantern and floor to ceiling window. The kitchen has been fitted with a range of attractive units with worktops over and an inset sink and drainer. There is an integrated dishwasher and fridge freezer, Rangemaster cooker, wine cooler and space and plumbing for a washing machine.

The sitting/dining area has two sets of sliding doors leading outside to an attractive decked area, which let in plenty of light and offer a fabulous view of back garden, these have recently been installed by the sellers in 2023. Just off the kitchen/dining space, a door leads into the sitting room, which has a window to the front aspect. There is an impressive open fireplace with brick surround that houses a multi fuel burner, and a storage cupboard with electricity.

The first floor accommodation comprises two bedrooms and the impressive main bathroom. Bedroom one has two windows to the front aspect, a built-in double wardrobe, fitted LED bedside lights and enjoys far reaching views towards the coast. Bedroom two has a window to the rear aspect and also benefits from a built in double wardrobe. The delightful main bathroom features a freestanding bath tub, a shower cubicle, wc and basin, whilst the vaulted ceiling and skylight allow plenty of natural light.

Outside
To the front, a shingle driveway leads to the property, providing ample off road parking for multiple vehicles, and a path leads through the predominantly shingle front garden surrounded by attractive mature shrubs and bushes.

The rear garden has been thoughtfully designed by the current owners and is a series of spaces, each with their own distinct use, with a beautiful selection of wild flowers and plants. A large decked area to the immediate rear of the property is bordered by a raised flower bed with space for planters and outdoor seating, making it ideal for alfresco dining. Steps lead to a lawned area with space for dining furniture and there is a pretty summerhouse/studio with power and light connected as well as a workshop with separate storage space, both with electricity connected. There is also a red brick original Victorian outbuilding, also offering storage.

A picket fence and gate leads past the summerhouse with a separate storage area to the rear. A lawned area takes you further into the garden, where there is a line of fruit trees and again, space for table and chairs. Beyond this is a mature area of shrubs and plants with a shingle path leading to the final point of the garden where there is another area for outdoor furniture and a gate which leads to a second summerhouse where stunning, uninterrupted views of the farmland can be enjoyed.




Location

Bawdsey is a small village on the Suffolk Heritage Coast with a village hall and a recreation ground with tennis courts and children's playground. Bawdsey Ferry is a hidden gem with a café and a foot ferry across to Felixstowe Ferry which runs from May to October.

There are excellent opportunities for sailing in the area and for equestrian enthusiasts, Poplar Park Equestrian Centre is in the nearby village of Hollesley. The Swan pub is located in the neighboring village of Alderton, which is just under a mile away.

The market town of Woodbridge is close by and offers a superb range of restaurants, pubs, hotels and shops. There is an independent cinema, swimming pool and a railway station with links to Ipswich and on to London Liverpool Street. There are excellent schools in both the private and public sector and Bawdsey also has its own primary school.


Directions

Please follow postcode IP12 3AH as point of reference to this property


Important Information

Council Tax Band - C
Services - We understand that mains water, and electricity are connected to the property. Drainage is via a private septic tank and heating is serviced by an air source heat pump.
Tenure - Freehold
EPC rating - C
Our ref - JED