3 Bedroom Detached House for sale in Suffolk
Tucked away towards the end of an unmade track sits this detached Grade II Listed property now significantly extended to provide in excess of 2000 Sq Ft of living space. The heavily timbered property is believed to be of Medieval origins yet now offers many modern conveniences including underfloor heating.
Harrison Edge sold Myrtle Cottage to the current owner back in 2016 when the property was occupied but verging on dereliction. Overgrown, hardly visible from the track and requiring serious investment this Grade II Listed cottage metamorphosed into the property we see today. Now forming an L'shape plan a sizeable extension having been added to the rear, the ground floor not only offers the renovated timbered front sections but also a tremendous kitchen and breakfast room arrangement. Further more, the extension incorporated a utility and shower room along with a large master bedroom above. Three timbered spaces extend across the front of the building indicating two if not three earlier periods and now providing sitting room, dining room and study type space. Upstairs, two staircases serve three bedrooms, stylish bathroom with shower enclosure along with en suite cloakroom to a lovely vaulted bedroom with windows on three aspects. As one would expect, the renovations have incorporated wiring, plumbing heating (to include underfloor heating throughout the ground floor) along with joinery and plastering etc. New bespoke windows were made to replace the old. Outside, the now cleared grounds serve as garden space within picket fencing on all four sides with the approach across a footbridge leading from the parking area and double garage area to the very front.
Having turned off the Eye/Hoxne road to South Green, the tarmac road peters out and with forks to two neighbouring farms the track to Myrtle Cottage carries on passing one neighbour. The track continues past part of the farm onto Myrtle Cottage before carrying on to one further property beyond. This may be of interest to those wanting to be rural and hidden away but not totally isolated and away from civilisation. It is worth noting hard wired fibre Broadband is connected to the property putting to shame many village and town settings.
Dining Hall 16'1" x 13'3" (4.9m x 4.04m). Approached via an outer timber door and currently a dining room but versatile and adaptable depending on requirements. A central chimney has fireplace fitted with wood burning stove complementing the underfloor heated Chinese slate floor. Both wall and ceiling timbers are exposed and traditional cottage style windows provide an outlook front and rear as well as providing good natural light. A door leads to a stairwell and first floor. Open studwork separates the Dining Hall from the Study area at the left and from either side of the chimney one can walk through to the main reception room beyond.
Sitting Room 16'11" x 16'7" (5.16m x 5.05m). A second well timbered reception room with windows to both front and rear along with a further window to the gable end. The chimney incorporates a further fireplace with second wood burning stove set on a raised hearth. The stairs rise to a lovely vaulted bedroom above. Three wall light points. Understairs cupboard. Underfloor heated Chinese slate floor.
Study Area 14'4" x 8'10" (4.37m x 2.7m). Currently used as a Study space but again versatile and adaptable. A window provides an outlook to the front garden with a smaller window at the side of a further smaller chimneybreast. The underfloor heated Chinese slate floor continues through and onto the Kitchen Breakfast Room beyond at the rear. Three wall light points. Steps lead down to the...
Breakfast Room area 11' x 9'2" (3.35m x 2.8m). With glazed outer door along with glazed full height panels either side. The underfloor heated Chinese slate floor leads through to....
Kitchen 18'4" x 13'11" (5.6m x 4.24m). A superb space with attractive range of fitted units combining with oak block worktops including a splendid Island unit with breakfast bar function along with cupboard and basket storage incorporated. Storage units include a range of floor and wall options incorporating cupboards, drawers, pull-out racking systems, wine storage, integrated dishwasher and twin bowl ceramic sink complete with multi function mixer tap. In pride of place is a classic four oven Aga in traditional cream. A window at the rear provides an outlook to the garden along with bi-fold doors opening out to the paved terrace in the shelter of the building.
Utility Room 7'10" x 5'min (2.4m x 1.52mmin). With stable type outer door and window to the side elevation. Further oak block worktop with adjacent cupboard conceals a water softener, underfloor heating manifold and Vaillant Ecotech LPG fired boiler serving domestic hot water and radiators. Access to loft space. Underfloor heated Chinese slate floor to match.
Shower Room Stylishly appointed with a continuation of the underfloor heated slate and large ceramic tiles in a travertine finish to walls including a walk-in shower enclosure. Low level wc and basin on plinth. Window.
First Floor Landing Approached via the turning newel stairs from the Dining Room area rising to a landing serving two bedrooms and bathroom. Latch doors lead off to...
Bedroom 15'8" x 12'9"29'6"ax (4.78m x 3.89m9max). Timbered and featuring an early stuccoed fireplace suggesting earlier wealthy occupiers. A cupboard to the side of the chimney provides walk-in storage. Windows to both front and rear elevations.
Bedroom 23'8" x 11'2" (7.21m x 3.4m). A long roomy vaulted double bedroom with gable and side windows including floor to roofline glazing as a feature. Recessed ceiling spots. Double radiator with thermostatic radiator valve. Access to loft space with drop down hatch.
Bedroom 17'1" x 16'2" (5.2m x 4.93m). Arguably the main bedroom given its position within the earliest timbered section of the building and boasting an impressive vaulted roofline along with extensive exposed timbering. Windows on three sides provide views across the gardens and to the farmland beyond. Double radiator with thermostatic radiator valve. Access to loft space and a door leads to the side of the chimney to an...
En Suite Cloakroom with stylish tiling along with low level wc and basin set on a plinth. Electric vertical railed radiator.
Gardens & Grounds The cottage sits in a picket fenced garden of approximately 0.24 Acres (Source: Promap) laid now principally to lawn. A well situated paved terrace sits in the lea of the house sheltered by the l' shape design and taking advantage of the sunny southerly aspect. Outside power and light is provided around the exterior along with a tap.
The cottage is approached from the track to an initial area of ground containing DETACHED DOUBLE GARAGE type building currently open fronted and measuring internally 19'7 x 19'4 (5.98m x 5.91m) and with an opening 5'9 (1.77m) high plus power, light and water in evidence. Adjacent sits a timber frame former stable type building with weather boarded exterior serving as a potential workshop/store 11'9 x 11'8 (3.59m x 3.56m) with light in evidence.
Services The vendor has confirmed that the property benefits from mains water, electricity, Private drainage and LPG stored in a below ground tank. Hard wired Fibre Broadband.
Wayleaves & Easements The property is sold subject to and with all the benefit of all wayleaves, covenants, easements and rights of way whether or not disclosed in these particulars.
Important Notice These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and should not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. Harrison Edge has no authority to make or give in writing or verbally any representations or warranties in relation to the property. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. No assumptions should be made that the property has all the necessary planning, building regulation or other consents. Harrison Edge have not carried out a survey, nor tested the services, appliances or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. In the interest of Health & Safety, please ensure that you take due care when inspecting any property.
Postal Address Mertle Cottages, South Green, Hoxne, IP23 7NW
Local Authority Mid Suffolk District Council, Endeavour House, 8 Russell Road, Ipswich IP1 2BX. Telephone: 0300 123 4000
Council Tax The property has been placed in Tax Band E.
Tenure & Possession The property is for sale freehold with vacant possession upon completion.
Fixtures & Fittings All items normally designated as fixtures & fittings are specifically excluded from the sale unless mentioned in these particulars.
Viewing By prior telephone appointment with the vendors agent Harrison Edge T: +44 (0)1379 871 563
Important information
This is not a Shared Ownership Property
This is a Freehold property.
Property Ref: 576857_EYE240013
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