4 Bedroom Detached House

Priory Green House, Priory Green, Edwardstone, CO10 5PN   I   Guide Price £800,000 - £850,000 

Summary: Set within the highly regarded and picturesque hamlet of Priory Green, just outside Edwardstone, this four-bedroom period home offers a well-balanced combination of character and modern living. The property has been thoughtfully updated throughout while retaining its original charm. With generous gardens, private woodland, and far-reaching countryside views, it offers both space and a strong connection to its rural surroundings.

Front Gardens:  Occupying a quiet position on a desirable lane, the property sits behind a traditional brick façade with a slate roof and climbing wisteria. A double-width shingle driveway provides ample parking and leads to a detached oak-clad double garage with light and power. The setting is private, surrounded by a small number of individual period homes.

Ground Floor: The entrance hall features mosaic tiled flooring and built-in storage for coats and shoes, immediately setting the tone for the quality of finish throughout. A reception room to the front provides a flexible space, ideal as a study or snug, complete with a fireplace and views towards the spinney.

The sitting room is a well-presented and characterful space, featuring an exposed brick chimney with a wood burner, ceiling beams and wall panelling. A bay window allows for good natural light, while built-in cabinetry provides practical storage and media space.

The kitchen/breakfast room sits to the rear of the property and forms the main hub of the home. With a dual aspect and bi-fold doors opening onto the garden, it connects well to the outside space. The kitchen is fitted with quartz worktops, a central island and a range of integrated appliances including two ovens, a gas hob, an extractor, a dishwasher, a fridge, a freezer and two wine fridges. The layout works well for both day-to-day use and entertaining, with views over the garden and surrounding fields. A stable door leads to an oak-framed covered area, useful as a boot room entrance.

An inner hall provides access to additional storage, a utility area with space for appliances, and a ground-floor cloakroom.

The dining room is positioned at the front of the property and is well-proportioned, featuring a bay window with a window seat and a fireplace. It offers a practical space for both everyday dining and entertaining, with stairs leading to the first floor.

First Floor: The landing runs across the width of the property and benefits from views over the rear garden and surrounding countryside. The principal bedroom includes fitted wardrobes and a well-finished en-suite shower room with a large walk-in shower. There are three further bedrooms, all of good size, with pleasant views across the gardens and farmland beyond. A family bathroom serves the remaining bedrooms and is fitted in a modern style. A separate cupboard houses a large pressurised hot water cylinder.

Rear Garden: The rear garden is a standout feature of the property. Leading directly from the kitchen, a shingle area provides space for outdoor seating and dining, with open views across the garden and countryside. Steps lead up to a large lawn with a mix of mature and younger planting, along with a pond and fruit trees. A garden shed and water butts provide useful storage.

A five-bar gate opens into a further area of garden, currently used for growing fruit and vegetables, with a greenhouse already in situ. Beyond this, an additional paddock area has been planted with approximately 300 trees, which over time will establish into private woodland and support local wildlife. A mown path leads through to a more secluded seating area with uninterrupted views across open farmland.

The garden enjoys a favourable orientation, allowing for sunlight throughout the day. An oak-framed covered seating area provides a sheltered seating space, perfect for watching the sunset with a glass of wine. 

Additional Information:

• Unlisted semi-detached property offering over 2474 sqft of living accommodation.
• Plot Size: Approximately 0.65 acres
• Year of Build: Approximately 1800's
• Oil central heating with a programmer, room thermostat, and TRVs. Boiler installed in 2017, with regular servicing. 
• Bottled gas for the kitchen hob.
• Mains water, electric. Waste is serviced via a shared septic tank. 
• Local Authority: Babergh
• Conservation area: No
• Council Tax Band F (approximately £3200 pa)
• Energy Performance Rating: D with possibility to increase to a C.
• Lighting: Low-energy lighting fitted to 100% of light fittings.
• Pitched roof with 200mm of loft insulation.
• Kitchen Appliances included in sale: Integrated double oven, gas hob, extractor, dishwasher and two wine fridges.
• Loft: Part boarded, no lights or ladder.
• Garden Orientation: North West
• Flood risk: Very Low
• Mobile Phone Signal: O2, EE, Three and Vodaphone
• Cable and Satellite TV available in the area: BT and Sky
• Internet: speeds up to 900 Mbps - full fibre to the property. 
• Tree Preservation Orders: None.
• Planning permission was previously granted for a single-storey rear extension to enhance the existing accommodation, along with an extension to the detached double garage to create additional annexe space (Planning Ref: B/14/00879, dated 09/07/2014).
• Current Owner tenure: 2 years
• Vendor's chain position: The property can be sold CHAIN FREE.

LOCAL AREA GUIDE:

Priory Green sits within the parish of Edwardstone, a small and highly regarded rural village known for its unspoilt countryside, historic buildings and peaceful setting. The area is characterised by attractive period homes, quiet lanes and open farmland, offering a true Suffolk countryside lifestyle. There are excellent walking routes directly from the property, with footpaths linking neighbouring villages and surrounding woodland. Edwardstone Woods, a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest, is nearby and provides further opportunities for walking and enjoying nature. For dining and socialising, The White Horse Inn serves as a welcoming local pub, popular for its food and relaxed village atmosphere.

Nearby Villages:

• Boxford (approx. 1.5–2 miles | 5 minutes). Boxford is a well-served and popular village offering a range of amenities including a village shop, post office, primary school, village hall and pubs. It has a strong community feel and is particularly attractive for families.
• Lindsey (approx. 2 miles | 5 minutes). Lindsey is a smaller rural village surrounded by open countryside, ideal for walking and cycling. It is home to The Lindsey Rose, a highly regarded country pub and restaurant offering upmarket dining in a relaxed setting, complete with roaring fires and a traditional interior.
• Kersey (approx. 4 miles | 10 minutes). Kersey is one of Suffolk’s most picturesque villages, known for its medieval buildings and ford crossing. It also offers The Bell Inn, a well-known country pub and restaurant providing high-quality dining in a character setting with open fires.

Nearby Towns:

• Sudbury (approx. 5 miles | 10–12 minutes). Sudbury is a historic market town offering a wide range of amenities including supermarkets such as Tesco and Sainsbury’s, independent shops, cafés, restaurants and a twice-weekly market. Leisure facilities include gyms, sports clubs and riverside walks along the River Stour. Sudbury also provides rail connections to London Liverpool Street via Marks Tey, with journey times of approximately 75 to 90 minutes.
• Hadleigh (approx. 7 miles | 15 minutes). Hadleigh is a characterful market town known for its independent shops, pubs and cafés. It offers a strong community feel along with everyday amenities and access to countryside walks within the Brett Valley. It also offers a modern Health and Leisure centre to include an indoor swimming pool and gym. 

Larger Nearby Towns & Cities

• Colchester (approx. 15 miles | 25–30 minutes). Colchester provides extensive shopping, leisure facilities and direct rail services to London Liverpool Street in around 50 minutes.
• Ipswich (approx. 20 miles | 30–35 minutes). Ipswich offers a wide range of shopping, restaurants, waterfront leisure and cultural attractions, along with direct rail links to London.
• Bury St Edmunds (approx. 25 miles | 35–40 minutes). Bury St Edmunds is widely regarded as one of Suffolk’s most attractive towns, with a mix of independent and national retailers, restaurants and historic attractions including Abbey Gardens.

Schools: The area is well served by a range of schooling options.

• Primary schools include Boxford Church of England Primary School and Great Waldingfield Primary School, both within a short drive.
• Secondary education is available at Thomas Gainsborough School in Sudbury and Hadleigh High School.
• There are also several well-regarded independent schools within reach, including Old Buckenham Hall School, Ipswich School, Ipswich High School and Royal Hospital School, as well as St Mary’s School in Colchester.

Shopping & Everyday Amenities: Everyday amenities are available in Boxford and Sudbury, including local shops, farm shops and larger supermarkets. Hadleigh and Sudbury both offer a good mix of independent retailers and essential services. For more extensive shopping, Colchester and Ipswich provide major retail centres and high street brands.

Healthcare: Healthcare services are available in Sudbury and Hadleigh, including GP surgeries, dental practices and pharmacies. Hospitals in the wider area include Ipswich Hospital and West Suffolk Hospital.

Leisure, Walks & Outdoor Lifestyle: The surrounding area is ideal for outdoor living, with a network of public footpaths, quiet country lanes and open countryside. Walks can be enjoyed directly from the property, linking Edwardstone with neighbouring villages. The nearby Dedham Vale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty offers further opportunities for walking and exploring. A particular highlight of the area is the quality of local pubs and restaurants, with The Lindsey Rose and The Bell Inn both offering a more refined dining experience within traditional country pub settings.

Transport Links:

• Sudbury Station is approximately 5 miles away and provides rail services to London Liverpool Street via Marks Tey, with journey times of around 75 to 90 minutes.
• Colchester Station, around 25 to 30 minutes by car, offers direct trains to London in approximately 50 minutes.
• Road links via the A12 and A14 provide access to Ipswich, Cambridge and London. A car is recommended for day-to-day living, though the area remains well connected for commuting.

Summary: Priory Green offers a combination of rural living, attractive surroundings and accessibility. With well-regarded nearby villages, quality dining options, good schooling and convenient links to larger towns and London, it is well suited to those seeking countryside living without isolation.