8 bed detached house for sale

Brome Avenue, Eye, Suffolk IP23

Camomile and Lavender Cottages are a pair of charming semi-detached cottages which together, offer over 3,000 sq ft of delightful, characterful and flexible accommodation arranged over three floors. With a wealth of period features throughout, including beautifully exposed beams and original fireplaces, the two cottages now form a single dwelling and are being sold as a whole. The property has recently been occupied by the current owner for use as a private dwelling in Lavender Cottage, and as a BnB in Camomile Cottage. However, the two together form an ideal family home, with space for modern living and entertaining.

The ground floor comprises three reception rooms including a well-presented dining room, a drawing room and a snug with access to the rear gardens; all rooms have the benefit of original fireplaces and exposed beams. There is a well-proportioned kitchen/breakfast room fitted with a range of cabinets which leads through into a beautiful garden room, offering views across the gardens to the rear. A second kitchen offers further access to outside but could also be configured for use as a utility. Completing the ground floor is a shower room.

Two separate staircases rise to the first floor. To one end are two spacious double en suite bedrooms offering views over the gardens; with three further bedrooms located to the first floor at the opposite end of the house, with two further bedrooms located to the second floor. A large attic space also allows for additional storage or potential for conversion, subject to the necessary consents.

Annexe
Located adjacent to the property is Chobb's Barn, a delightful part timber-clad, part rendered holiday let. The property is currently a reputable BnB within the area and comprises an open-plan kitchen/dining/sitting area with bedroom and en suite shower room. The property offers delightful views over the gardens and generates a healthy income for the current owner. Further information is available upon request.

General
Local Authority: Mid Suffolk District Council
Services: Mains gas central heating. Mains water and electricity. Private drainage which complies with current regulations.
Council Tax: This property is currently taxed for business rates.
EPC Rating: G
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The property is approached over a gravelled driveway offering parking for multiple vehicles. The beautifully maintained rear gardens extend to just under an acre and are surrounded by a variety of mature trees, shrubs and hedges and offers numerous areas of interest including the deck which is an ideal space for al fresco dining. There are several useful outbuildings including a store and garage/office.

In 0.84 acres.

The charming, historic market town of Eye lies surrounded by rolling Suffolk countryside, midway between Ipswich and Norwich. The town has winding, narrow streets and historic buildings, lending the surroundings plenty of character. There are several shops and amenities in Eye, including a small supermarket, a post office, a library and a community hospital. The town also has Hartismere School, a secondary school rated outstanding by Ofsted. Five miles away, the town of Diss provides further amenities and larger supermarkets, while Ipswich, 20 miles to the south, provides an excellent selection of shops, amenities, restaurants, cafés and leisure facilities. There are several a-roads connecting Eye to the surrounding towns and cities, including the A14.

Distances
Eye town centre 1 mile
Diss 5.4 miles
Ipswich 21.8 miles
Bury St Edmunds 24 miles
Norwich 25.1 miles

Nearby Stations
Diss - mainline
Ipswich - mainline
Key Locations
Eye historic market town
Debenham
Be Well Barn
Thornham Walks

Nearby Schools
Hartismere School
Eye C of E Primary School