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This week's outstanding property is this Grade II four-bedroom Tudor home in East Bergholt, on the market with Chapman Stickels for £675,000.

Description

Occupying an idyllic semi-rural position on the eastern edge of this well-regarded village, St Mary’s Cottage is an attractive Tudor house of significant historic importance, which is reflected in its Grade II* status.

The property offers much individual period charm which includes exposed oak beams, an inglenook fireplace to the main reception room and lead lined windows positioned along its entire southern side.

Having considerable interest are the 17th Century wall paintings on the first floor, which gives this unique and appealing property its Grade II* listing.

To the front of the house is the charming, twin aspect kitchen, which is fitted on two walls with hardwood work surfaces, butlers sink and numerous drawers and cupboards, one of which houses the recently installed combination boiler.

To the opposite wall is a former fireplace with inset cooker and an adjacent corner pantry. Of particular note are the far-reaching views across grazing meadows beyond Rectory Hill which forms part of the Dedham Vale AONB.

The principal sitting room which forms the central part of the house provides a focal inglenook fireplace housing a wood burner.

The remaining rear reception / dining room also provides a further fireplace and both rooms overlook parts of the charming cottage garden.

The dining room and the self-contained double bedroom above is probably a later extension, albeit this was probably added to the house in the early 1800’s. 

The remaining first floor offers three further bedrooms, two of which reveal the unusual wall paintings which are of national importance.

The twin aspect front bedroom offers similar views to the kitchen below, providing additional far-reaching views across the Dedham Vale.

Outside, the property offers ample off-road parking via a single driveway with an adjacent front garden defined by wrought iron fencing.

Beyond the driveway are the secluded walled gardens which are laid to lawn with various small trees, shrubs, flower borders and a raised vegetable planters. Outbuildings include two garden sheds and a log store.

The agents have been advised that a pedestrian right of way exists for the two neighbouring properties over the garden, to allow access onto Rectory Hill. 

Location

Located some 0.3 miles from the village centre, St Mary’s Cottage is one of several historic buildings along Rectory Hill which is arguably East Bergholt’s most desirable areas. 

Babergh Council Tax Band D

Viewing

Link here for more details about St Mary's Cottage, East Bergholt or to arrange a viewing, contact estate agents Chapman Stickels or call 01473 372 372 or email [email protected]

If you are looking to sell your house contact the valuations team.