Keepers Cottage Hengrave | Bury St Edmunds | Suffolk
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Keepers Cottage Hengrave | Bury St Edmunds | Suffolk Keepers Cottage Keepers Cottage, once part of the Hengrave Hall estate is now offered for sale with no forward chain. Situated in a secluded setting within private grounds of approximately a quarter of an acre, nestled in a delightful enclave on the edge of the village of Hengrave. Keepers Cottage is accessed via a main private drive from the Bury Road (A1101), the main road from Mildenhall to Bury St Edmunds. Bury St Edmunds is a unique and dazzling historic gem with a richly fascinating heritage - the striking combination of medieval architecture, elegant Georgian squares and glorious Cathedral and Abbey Gardens provide a distinctive visual charm. With prestigious shopping, an award-winning market, plus a variety of cultural attractions and fine places to stay, Bury St Edmunds is under two hours from London and very convenient for Cambridge. Step Inside This traditional Suffolk farmhouse, dating back to the late 1800's is approached on a private driveway and offers a high degree of privacy. There is great opportunity for renovation, improvement and modernization. The single story barns attached, provide further scope for conversion to residential use, (subject to the relevant planning permissions being approved by St Edmunsdbury Borough Council). There is tremendous potential here to create a good size family home with secluded gardens and easy access to Bury St Edmunds. Ground floor Entrance door to the rear lobby and leading into an internal hall, with staircase to the first floor. The kitchen has a tiled floor, chimneybreast, and window to the front elevation with a range of fitted units. The door to the front leads into the hallway where the cloakroom and a lean-to construction on the front of the house can be accessed. The dining room has a built in cupboard, radiator and door leading into the sitting room with fireplace, radiator and window overlooking the gardens. First Floor The landing leads to three good-sized bedrooms and a family bathroom all with radiators. There is a flying freehold arrangement below the rear bedroom. Step Outside The cottage enjoys a secluded position. While currently the main entrance to the cottage is from the courtyard at the rear of the house, we would recommend reinstating the driveway to the front of the house. The gardens are predominantly situated to the front and the boundaries defined by hedging and trees. Freehold. EPC Rating - G. Location Hengrave is a historic rural village in Suffolk, best known for the magnificent Hengrave Hall, and is located approximately four miles from the sought after market town of Bury St Edmunds which provides all local amenities, public houses, the arc shopping centre, well-known abbey ruins and cathedral and well regarded schools for all ages. Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Copyright © 2017 Fine & Country Ltd. Registered in England and Wales. Company Reg No. 5930387 Registered Office: Country Estates Limited, Carter Court, Midland Road, Hemel Hempstead, Herts HP2 5GE. Fine & Country Tel: 01284 718822 [email protected] .