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" Sheridans are delighted to offer for sale this most attractive detached cottage, built in the early 17th Century and Listed Grade II. The property is constructed of a heavy timber frame with rendered elevation, with casement windows and dormer windows to the rear aspect; the property's thatched roof finishes off the delightful appeal of the property. The cottage offers a wealth of character including an abundance of exposed beams and stud work, with the Tudor brick fireplace in the sitting room being most impressive. The property is set in attractive grounds of 0.56 acres (subject to survey) with attractive views. Excellent garaging facilities and parking enhance the property even further. A viewing is strongly advised.

Accomodation The accommodation comprises oak front door to entrance hall, with a staircase rising to the first floor and providing useful storage under. A doorway leads to the sitting room, and an arch to the dining room

(17'3' x 12'6'). As with the all principal reception rooms, this room offers exposed ceiling beams, exposed stud work and cast iron radiators. The room enjoys pleasant views to both front and rear aspects, and a striking wooden archway gives access to the bright sitting room

(18'1' x 17'1), benefitting from a wonderful Tudor inglenook brick fireplace with bressumer over and inset log burner (not tested). A double glazed door with glazed side panels offers views to the delightful rear garden, with a second window to the front aspect. A door leads to the study/family room

(16'11' x 10'9'), again fitted with a feature wood burner (not tested) and with windows to both front and side aspects. A discreet cupboard provides storage to one side of the chimney breast. The rear of the property is accessed via a double glazed door leading to the inner hallway, which supplies a convenient area for coats, boots etc. Off from this is both the cloakroom, with low level wc and wash hand basin, and the kitchen breakfast room

(16'5' x 10'6'). The kitchen is well fitted with a range of wood base and wall units, including glazed display cabinets and an inset 1 1/2 stainless steel sink and drainer. The oil fired Aga (not tested), provides a wonderful cooking facility, along with the heating of the hot water. This is also heated via a separate hot water tank and immersion. Built in oven, hob, fridge, dishwasher and space for washing machine. A large cupboard houses the oil boiler.

The generous first floor landing gives access to all bedrooms. The large master suite comprises vaulted beamed bedroom

(17'5' x 12'9'), dressing room

(with airing cupboard) and sizable en-suite. The further two bedrooms (17'4' x 11'6' and 10'2' x 7'1') are served by the family bathroom. Outside The garden, abutting open countryside, is a charming attribute of the property. The wooden 5 bar gate gives access to the gravelled driveway which provides ample off road parking. The main double garage, with electric up and over door, benefits from power and lighting connected and offers a workshop area. Two further double garages / workshop (previously used as stabling) provides even further car parking facilities and storage, again these both benefit from power and lighting connected. The outbuildings measure, in total, almost 1,000 sq ft. A brick path, edged with lavender bushes, leads to the front of the property with the vast expanse of lawn sweeping around it. The gardens are interspersed with flower beds and mature planting with a paved terrace to the rear of the property, ideal for outdoor eating and entertaining, with a second patio area affording attractive views to the top of the garden. Oil tank discreetly situated to one side of the garden. Situation Langham is a sought after and pretty village situated to the north east of Bury St Edmunds, and provides convenient access to the A14 dual carriageway linking to east coast ports, Cambridge and London via the M11 motorway and the rail station at Stowmarket. Services Mains water, septic tank drainage and oil fired central heating Council Mid Suffolk District Council. Council Tax Band E Directions From Bury St Edmunds proceed north east on the A143 towards Diss. At Ixworth proceed on the bypass taking the third exit at the roundabout at the top of the hill signed to Walsham Le Willow. Take the second right into Langham and the first left onto Stock Hill where the property will be found immediately on your left marked with a Sheridans For Sale board. Agents Note This delightful property is offered with some remedial works required; this may include damp and timber treatment and the redressing of the thatch (purchasers are advised to make their own further enquiries regarding this). The property could benefit from general updating of the kitchen and bathrooms if required. These works have been taken into consideration within the Guide Price. "