Sandy Lane, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 4DW

Exceptional five bedroom house with extensive gardens

Description

Set in a highly desirable location , Timbers is a spacious five-bedroom home that combines modern design with generous, light-filled living spaces and extended panoramic views across countryside and rivers to South. The property has been significantly improved and extended by the current owners, now offering beautifully presented accommodation that flows seamlessly throughout.

The Orwell kitchen, situated within the most recent extension, is contemporary in design and fitted with Italian marble worktops and an extensive range of wall and base units, offering excellent storage. Integrated appliances include three Neff ovens - a steam oven, microwave, and multifunction oven - alongside three warming drawers and two dishwashers. There is also a large Smeg range and oven and two Quooker steam taps. A substantial central island provides additional storage and incorporates two drinks fridges. Wide bi-fold doors extend the space out onto the garden, creating an ideal environment for indoor-outdoor living.

A light-filled dining room leads off the kitchen and features glazed French doors opening onto the garden. This connects to a spacious sitting room, centred around a multifuel stove and enjoying views over the garden through a large bay window. Also accessed from the entrance hall is a delightful snug with an open fireplace and a door leading through to the kitchen, along with a well-equipped utility room with space for four appliances and cloakroom.

Stairs lead up from the entrance hall to a galleried first-floor landing where there are five double bedrooms. The principal bedroom benefits from a delightful Juliet balcony, a walk-in wardrobe, and an en suite shower room. Two further bedrooms are en suite and one features a Juliet balcony. A well-appointed family bathroom completes the first-floor accommodation.

Outside Timbers garden to the rear is private and predominantly laid to lawn, interspersed with mature and specimen trees, along with well-stocked shrub and herbaceous borders. There is also a terrace within the garden, which is perfect for alfresco dining. There are also three sheds, providing excellent garden storage, including a tractor shed. In addition, a private drive owned by Timbers provides access to the rear of the property and a double garage.

To the front, there is a substantial garage and a large shingle semi-circular driveway, which offers convenient in-and-out access.

Location

Woodbridge is a thriving and highly regarded market town situated on the River Deben, with an incredible variety of amenities, including independent shops, cafés, public houses and restaurants. There is a wonderful array of historic architecture, idyllic river walks and a rare working tide mill, which traces its roots to the 11th century. Trains to London Liverpool Street, via Ipswich, from 92 minutes.

Sutton Hoo (3.7 miles) is home to Britain’s most important archaeological site, the Anglo Saxon burial ground of King Rædwald, the most powerful leader in seventh century England.

Ipswich (8.8 miles) is the county town of Suffolk and provides a wide selection of independent and high street shops; and a variety of theatres, galleries, and museums. A mainline railway station offers direct trains to London Liverpool Street from 68 minutes.

The stunning Suffolk coast comprises delightful seaside towns and pretty villages. Aldeburgh (19 miles), the popular coastal town closely associated with Benjamin Britten, is famed for its fish and chips and iconic 'Scallop' sculpture by Maggi Hambling. The neighbouring village of Thorpeness has a charming boating lake and country club. Orford (12.6 miles) has an enchanting 12th century castle and is home to the award winning Pump Street Bakery.

Sporting facilities are fantastic: Woodbridge has superb sailing and rowing clubs as well as popular rugby, tennis and golf clubs. Deben Leisure Centre has a 25 metre pool and gym. Further afield, there are golf and sailing clubs at Aldeburgh and Thorpeness, and clay pigeon shooting at Darsham.

Schools in the area are excellent. St Mary’s, Woodbridge Primary and Farlingaye are all popular state schools; renowned local independent schools include Woodbridge School, Framlingham College and Ipswich school.

All times and distances are approximate.

Square Footage: 4,349 sq ft

Additional Info

Services: Mains water, electricity, gas and drainage.