Detached house for sale in Market Place, Lavenham, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10

Beautifully restored period cottage set in the heart of Lavenham, considered to be one of England's most prominent medieval wool town.

Description
Toll Cottage is listed Grade II as being of Architectural and Historic interest. The property is believed to have been built in the 16th century and is constructed of a timber frame and plastered under a peg tiled roof. The cottage has been extensively and sympathetically renovated and now includes all modern conveniences you would expect.

The accommodation comprises a well proportioned reception room with a dual aspect with views out on to the market place, an original brick floor, exposed timbers and a brick fireplace. The kitchen/breakfast room has a brand new energy efficient Everhot electric stove fitted with two large ovens, cast iron hot and simmer plates and an integral grill. The kitchen is fitted with base units and shelves and again the room benefits from a dual aspect making it a very light and airy space.

The first floor affords a spacious principal bedroom has a vaulted ceiling, beautiful wide floor boards, a cast iron fireplace, fitted cupboard and lovely views out across the Market Place. The landing is a good size and could be used as a second bedroom or seating area. The bathroom is off the landing.

The cottage benefits from a courtyard which could be used as a small seating area and is also a good storage space.

Agents Note: The property use is currently A2 and a buyer would need to submit a change of use application to use it as a residential dwelling.

Location
Lavenham is considered to be England's most well-preserved medieval town. With its winding streets, timber-framed buildings and quaint cottages, it is also Suffolk's prettiest wool town and is ideally located to explore the beautiful Suffolk countryside. At the centre is the magnificent Guildhall of Corpus Christi, a reminder of the town’s wealth during the height of the wool trade. Nearby are buildings of similar beauty including the pretty Little Hall, a curious museum whose interior and artefacts mirror Lavenham’s own history, and the grandiose Church of St Peter and St Paul. This remarkable small town has a useful range of shops including a butcher, post office, pharmacy, bakery, traditional grocer’s store and two co-ops. Visitors dining in Lavenham are spoilt for choice with the The Angel Inn and many others.





Additional Info
Mains water, electricity and drainage.