Charming and Quirky Botesdale, , IP22 1BU. SELLER INSIGHT

Thought to date from the 1500’s, this quirky Grade ll Listed cottage is arranged over three floors and is one of the oldest houses in the village with a wealth charming historical character features. Carefully restored by the current owners, the cottage has three bedrooms, a private and secluded rear garden and is centrally located in the sought after village of Botesdale.

• Delightful Grade II listed Cottage • Formerly Part Of A Coaching Inn • Circa 1500’s, Many Original Features • Accommodation Over Three Floors • Charming Sitting Room With Inglenook Fireplace • Cosy Dining Room • Kitchen Fitted With Shaker Style Units • Two First Floor Bedrooms and Bathroom • Sub-Basement Further Sitting Room and Additional Bedroom • NO ONWARD CHAIN

When the current owners first saw the cottage, 17 years ago, it was in quite a different condition to the home you see today, ‘Our first impressions of the cottage was that it was a bit of a project. It needed quite a bit of work and we’ve spent a lot of time over the years sympathetically restoring and uncovering the historical features.’

* These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.

STEP INSIDE

Thought to date from the 1500’s, For informal family mealtimes, the dining the cottage was once part of The room has ample space for a large table Crown Coaching Inn, combined with and chairs and the cosy sitting room neighbouring Crown Hill House. has an inglenook fireplace and wood Architectural evidence suggests that panelling detail on the walls. the property was originally a hall house. Timber frame and plastered, the cottage The current owners enjoy spending has a wealth of original character time in the charming sitting room, ‘I do features with rustic exposed beams, like the sitting room with the fireplace mullioned windows and a delightful pan but I also like how the house is quite tiled roof. quirky and arranged on the three different levels.’ The attic space rounds The sub-basement of the property across the width of the building and has was originally the cellar of the Inn and good ceiling heights with potential use what is now the window was the barrel as additional bedroom space or perhaps shoot for the kegs of beer to be sent an office. down. Village folklore speaks of a tunnel which runs under the ground from The rear garden was once the stables the chapel opposite to the cellar. The for the Inn and is mostly laid to lawn current owners have transformed this and surrounded by a rustic original partly underground space into a cosy wall. The current owners have enjoyed and characterful sitting room and it is a spending time in the garden, ‘It is quiet wonderful place to retreat to. The cellar and peaceful and is walled all around. level also has a charming room with a It is actually on a higher level than the curved vaulted ceiling that the current neighbours so it is quite private and owners use as a third bedroom. secluded. There are also nice views over to the chapel at the front of the house.’ On the first floor, there is a delightful cottage kitchen with pale blue shaker style units that combine perfectly with the character of the cottage. The skylight keeps the room light and bright and there is a window looking out over the garden. STEP OUTSIDE

Botesdale is a thriving and very sought after village, conveniently situated only 10 minutes away from Diss with its mainline railway station with regular services to both and Liverpool Street. There is a Village Hall that hosts lots of events, a highly regarded health centre, a well-stocked Coop, beauticians and hairdressers, a fish and chip shop and chinese takeaway and a pub. The popular village Primary School is within walking distance of the property. Botesdale also has close connections with nearby and Redgrave that both offer a further selection of local businesses and community events. The current owners have liked living in the village, ‘Botesdale is a lovely village with lots of local amenities. There are also lots of great walks around the village and it has been quite a sanctuary to live here during the lockdown.’ Agents Note Local Authority: District Council – Band C Services: Mains Water, Electricity & Drainage, OFCH & Electric Heating. Directions: Proceed from the market town of Diss along the A143 in the direction of . Take a right hand turn signposted Rickinghall and Botesdale. On entering the village of Botesdale the property will be located on the right hand side opposite the church. what3words identification - “chains,adjusting,museum” 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 © 2019 Fine & Country Ltd. Registered in and Wales. Company Reg No. 06777456 Registered Office: Norfolk Country Properties Lt, 15B Regatta Quay, Key Street, , Suffolk, IP4 1FH Fine & Country Diss 3 Navire House, Mere Street, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 4AG. 01379 646020 | [email protected]