St. Catherines Road, Long Melford, Sudbury
St. Catherines Road, Long Melford, Sudbury CO10 9JU
Guide Price £257,500
An excellent property, offering scope for improvement, situated in an attractive location within this sought-after village. St Catherines Road is set towards the centre of the village, giving good access to all of the excellent local amenities and offers fabulous views to the rear and is close to the surrounding countryside and walks. The street mainly comprises a mixture of attractive Victorian cottages, with No. 23 being one of the larger, bay fronted period homes. The property offers good versatile accommodation that could benefit from some updating and offers scope for further works to be carried out if required. The original features include sash windows and an open fireplace and the property also offers gas central heating (not tested) and a south facing rear garden leading to an excellent wooden garage and parking area. We highly recommend a viewing, which is strictly by appointment only. Accommodation The accommodation, i n brief, comprises w o o d e n f r o n t d o o r w i t h glazed panels leading t o t h e entrance h a l l . Stairs leading t o first floor, door t o sitting r o o m a n d d o o r t o kitchen d i n i n g room. T h e Kitchen dining room (17'3" x 10'2") runs across the rear of the property and i s a light a n d bright room that benefits from a UPVC d o u b l e glazed bay window overlooking the garden. The kitchen area benefits from a range o f floor a n d w a l l units complimented b y wood effect work surfaces a n d tiled splash backs. Space f o r cooker, fridge a n d plumbing for slim line dishwasher. T h e fireplace i n t h e dining area houses the gas fired back boiler (not tested) and a wooden archway leads to the sitting room. T h e sitting room (12'2" x 11'3") affords a n attractive walk-in bay fitted with original sash windows a n d a stone fireplace provides a focal point t o t h e room (not tested). A modern half glazed door leads to the small modern garden room/rear lobby which gives access to t h e rear garden, utility a n d side passageway. The room is double glazed, benefits from a radiator and finished with a tiled flooring. T h e utility room (7'10" x 6'8") provides a n excellent additional storage space and plumbing for washing machine. The
property also benefits from a cellar (12'6" x 11'7") which is accessed from the kitchen area.
• Victorian cottage
All of the bedrooms are approached from the first floor landing, which also houses the airing cupboard. There are three generous bedrooms at the property measuring 12'3" x 11'4", 13'9" x 10'1" and 9'2" x 9'2" max , all with sash windows. The family bathroom is also generous in its size and is currently fitted with a panelled bath with telephone shower attachment, vanity wash hand basin and low level WC.
• Views across the meadows
Outside The property is approached via a path leading to the front door. The small front garden is enclosed by a brick wall. Gated side access leads to the rear lobby/garden room and the rear can also be accessed from Liston Lane where the property benefits from a large wooden garage, with power and lighting connected, and parking for several vehicles. A decked area adjoins the rear of the property and makes an ideal area for outdoor eating and entertaining. The rear garden faces a favorable southerly direction and as previously mentioned enjoys charming views. The remainder of the rear garden is laid mainly to lawn with a brick outhouse, raised fish pond and raised flower bed borders.
• Kitchen dining room
Situation Long M e l f o r d boasts f i n e historic h o m e s m i x e d w i t h m o d e r n contemporary properties a n d i s exceptionally w e l l served a n d a sought after location. T h e neighbouring Town of Sudbury also offers further amenities, a range o f shopping outlets, recreation facilities and schooling. Sudbury also offers excellent rail links to London and surrounding areas, with the village of Lavenham, just a few miles to the northeast, being steeped in history and visited from far afield. The cathedral town of Bury St Edmunds is situated 13 miles to the north of Long Melford; a picturesque and historic market town providing an
• Large garden leading to garaging and off-road parking • Sitting room • Small garden room, utility & cellar • Three bedrooms • First floor bathroom • May benefit from updating and refurbishment • Offered chain free excellent range of everyday facilities and offers convenient access to the A14 dual carriageway, linking the east coast ports, Cambridge and London via the M11 motorway. Council Babergh District Council - Council Tax Band C Services The property is served by all main services - Gas fired central heating. Directions From Sheridans Long Melford office, turn right into St Catherine's Road, where the property will be found approximately halfway down the road on the left marked with a Sheridans For Sale board. Viewing Strictly by appointment.