* Freehold
* Characterful three bed cottage, dating back to 1760
* Early 2000s lounge extension adds extra living space and a modern bathroom
* Two secluded garden areas, front and back
* Original bread oven and exposed chimney breast in kitchen
* Packed with quirky features including original cupboards and 'loft' space
* Exposed beams in several rooms
* Separate dining room/third bedroom
* Kitchen and snug semi - open plan
* South - facing front garden
* Village location, but less than five miles to Harleston, 20 miles to the coast and 2 hours by public transport to London
Smiths Cottage is a little piece of history, with the original part of the
cottage dating back to 1760. As such, it has an unsurprisingly quirky layout
and is full of character, with access via the front garden into the original
living room, and access via the rear garden into a more recent lounge
extension. Fressingfield is a quiet village location, less than five miles
from the larger market town of Harleston, and less than 20 miles from the
coast at Southwold.
**The Charming And Quirky Two/Three Bed Cottage. . . **
The detached cottage is shielded from Laxton Road by a high box and ivy hedge,
with front and rear garden gates in Gull Street, a pedestrian pathway off the
main road. The rear gate opens into a private courtyard, largely paved with
limestone and a pergola, garden shed, side storage and space for a small table
and chairs. Facing North East, this is a delightful spot for a morning coffee,
with French doors opening into the lounge extension. This was added in 2004 to
provide a third reception room in addition to the original living room and
dining room, and spans the width of the property. A new bathroom was created
at the same time, off the lounge, with corner bath, shower over and rooflight.
The lounge leads into the older 1700s part of the property, with the hall
allowing access to a utility room (formerly a shower room, and with space for
a washing machine and fridge/freezer). Steps from the hall lead up to an
atmospheric dining room/bedroom three, large enough for a six - or eight - seater
dining table, with vaulted ceilings and two skylights; this room has
previously been used for a bedroom if a dining room is not required. The hall
also leads into the fitted kitchen with its exposed chimney breast and
original beehive bread oven, fire grate and ash collection chamber, along with
dimmable under - cabinet lighting, and an integrated neff dishwasher which has
had barely any use. A window overlooks the front garden, and the central
chimney breast creates separation between the kitchen and living room, whilst
ensuring the rooms remain visually connected. The living room has a stunning
inglenook with a wood burner that was installed in 2009.
Upstairs the character and quirkiness continue, with an original built - in
storage cupboard on the half - landing and another door with access to a small
loft space. Bedroom two has original wattle and daub plaster and can also
access this loft space through a delightful pair of original cupboard doors –
making it ideal for a child's bedroom with hideaway. Bedroom one is a good
size, and already has a double built - in wardrobe. There are original timber
floorboards throughout this level.
The South - facing front garden, accessed from the snug via the original front
door is a lovely, secluded spot, surrounded by tall hedging and comprising a
gravelled seating area next to the house and a large, raised lawn with potting
shed.
Smiths Cottage is a real gem, packed with history, two lovely private garden
areas and extended to provide the necessary modern comforts. Its location in
Fressingfield offers great amenities – tennis courts, good schools, a gp
surgery, high end pub, restaurant and bar, with a bus stop three minutes from
the property. Transport links into Liverpool Street Station take just two
hours.
**Agents Notes: **
A pre - recorded walkaround tour is available for this property.
Council Tax Band A

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