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Moonrakers, Wixoe Stoke by Clare, Suffolk Moonrakers, Wixoe Stoke By Clare, Suffolk Moonrakers, Wixoe, Stoke by Clare, Suffolk, CO10 8UD Wixoe is a quiet village bordering the River Stour close to Stoke by Clare and the ancient market town of Clare. The village lies within reach of the University City of Cambridge and the Cathedral Town of Bury St Edmunds. Local amenities can be found in the village of Stoke by Clare with a village community shop and public house. This unique Scandinavian-style house sits in pretty south facing gardens backing onto open countryside with extensive views to the front and rear of the property. The property offers bright and spacious open plan living accommodation with impressive high ceilings, hard wood floors, floor to ceiling windows and quality finishes and would make an ideal family home. In all about 0.25 of an acre. A unique contemporary property in a quiet village location with extensive views. Entrance into: ENTRANCE HALL A spacious and welcoming entrance with cloaks STUDY Enjoying full height windows to the front of the property with field cupboard, tiled floor and doors through to the: views. SITTING ROOM A lovely light room with vaulted ceiling, engineered CLOAKROOM WC, wash basin and cupboard and storage cupboard. maple flooring, wood burning stove and bi-fold glazed doors leading through to the: First Floor GARDEN ROOM Enjoying double aspect views over open countryside, bi- MASTER BEDROOM A stunning room enjoying an abundance of natural fold doors opening to the terrace and doors to the: light with doors opening to the Juliet balcony providing extensive views to the rear, fitted wardrobes and vaulted ceiling. En-Suite Luxuriously fitted KITCHEN/DINING ROOM The hub of the home this impressive space is with a modern suite comprising twin wash basins, WC, free standing bath, a ideal for entertaining with bi-fold doors opening to the garden. The kitchen is double shower cubicle, heated towel rail and extensively tiled walls and floor. extensively fitted with a range of units under granite worktops with a 1½ bowl sink and drainer inset. Integrated appliances include a double oven, 4 BEDROOM 2 With airing cupboard and glazed door opening to a balcony ring hob and hood and dishwasher. The spacious dining area also features providing extensive views over the fields. engineered maple flooring and is open plan to the Music Room with stairs rising to the first floor. BEDROOM 3 Views to the front aspect. UTILITY ROOM Situated off the Kitchen with fitted storage units, sink, BEDROOM 4 Velux window and loft access. space and plumbing for a washing machine and space for a fridge freezer and cupboard housing the boiler. Door leading to Tandem Garage with large FAMILY BATHROOM Stylishly fitted with a white WC, wash basin, bath, storage area to the rear and door leading to the garden. tiled shower cubicle, heated towel rail and extensively tiled walls and floor. Offices at: Clare 01787 277811 Long Melford 01787 883144 Leavenheath 01206 263007 Castle Hedingham 01787 463404 Woolpit 01359 245245 Newmarket 01638 669035 Bury St Edmunds 01284 725525 Linton & Villages 01440 784346 London SW1 0207 839 0888 Moonrakers, Wixoe, Stoke by Clare, Suffolk, CO10 8UD Outside The front gardens are lawned with ample parking and a side gate leads to the rear of the property with potting shed and garden store. The rear gardens are an asset to the property offering privacy and delightful views over the open countryside beyond. An extensive terrace with pergola creates a wonderful dining area and leads to the lawn flanked by large herbaceous beds, mature trees and shrubs along with fruit trees, a vegetable garden with raised beds and soft fruit. The gardens further feature a wood store and workshop with light and power connected and a wood burning stove. In all about 0.25 of an acre. EPC Rating: D SERVICES Main water and electricity. Oil fired heating. NOTE None of the services have been tested by the agent. LOCAL AUTHORITY West Suffolk Council. VIEWING Strictly by prior appointment only through DAVID BURR. Off ices at: Clare 01787 277811 Long Melford 01787 883144 Leavenheath 01206 263007 Castle Hedingham 01787 463404 Woolpit 01359 245245 Newmarket 01638 669035 Bury St Edmunds 01284 725525 Linton & Villages 01440 784346 London SW1 0207 839 0888 .
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