Detached house for sale in The Street, Aldham, Ipswich, Suffolk IP7

This much-loved family home is on the market for the first time in over 50 years. The house was built from a bespoke architect design and the previous owners commissioned the build to provide the very best place to raise their children in the midst of the beautiful Suffolk countryside. It is a home filled with many happy memories and has been lovingly maintained over the years.

Linstead House occupies an enviable plot of ¾ acre with stunning views from both the front and back of the house over fields and woods. The large windows fill the house with light. The garden was lovingly tended by the previous owners who had a passion for organic gardening. A greenhouse, shepherd’s hut shed and water tank to collect rainwater for irrigation are just some of the infrastructure they put in place over the years. There is an established fruit orchard, a kitchen garden bordered by a hornbeam hedge and a large lawned area perfect for children’s games. Patio areas and a brick built barbeque provide ample space for relaxing and outdoor entertaining.
Inside, the house has been well maintained and offers huge scope for family living. The welcoming kitchen breakfast room has always been a focus for gatherings and celebrations over the years. A large dual aspect lounge room with a modern woodburner has a sunny aspect, but is also ideal for winter days. There is also a private cosy sitting room and generous downstairs study. A separate utility room with butler sink and a shower room complete the ground floor.
Upstairs, there are four double bedrooms with fitted wardrobes and a large family bathroom. All these rooms offer beautiful views across the fields and woodlands in the surrounding area.
Aldham is a traditional village with a very friendly community feel. The village of Elmsett is just a mile away with its ofsted “good” rated Church of England Primary School. In Elmsett, there is also a village shop/ Post Office and a well regarded village pub. Just over 2 miles away is the medieval town of Hadleigh. Nestled around the River Brett, Hadleigh has a rich history dating from the wool trade in medieval times and is packed with listed buildings. It has a vibrant High Street with many independent shops, cafes and restaurants. It also has three Primary Schools and a Secondary School which is rated “good” by ofsted.