Sold 3 Bed House - semi-detached
Buckshorn Lane, Eye Guide price £200,000
Property Features
Buckshorn Lane, Eye, IP23 7AZ
Contact Agent
Eye5 Castle Street
Eye
Suffolk
IP23 7AN
Tel: 01379 871 563
property@harrisonedge.com
About the Property
This semi detached Victorian property currently serves as a 3 bedroom dwelling but in earlier years has been two separate cottages. It looks feasible now to return it to two one bedroom investment properties for rent or, concentrate on modernising the whole as a home. No onward chain.
- 3 Bedrooms
- Formerly two cottages
- Semi detached
- PVCu double glazed
- Workshop/Store
- Attached Store & WC
Property Details
Location
The historic town of Eye has been described by a national newspaper as one of the top 100 Glories of Secret Britain. It is blessed with an array of shops and businesses enabling residents to be essentially self sufficient. With schools, both Nursery, Primary and High, a Health Centre and varied social and recreational opportunities, all age groups are catered for. The town includes an historic mix of architecture and interesting buildings especially when one considers the impressive properties towards the fine, historic Church. With a tower of 101 feet, the renowned Nicklaus Pevsner in The Buildings of England (Suffolk) describes it as "one of the wonders of Suffolk". The Buckshorn Lane cottage is found set back in close proximity to neighbouring properties forming what might today be called a 'Court' type setting. It is a proverbial stone's throw from town centre facilities as well as the open countryside and footpaths across fields. Equally the property is only a short distance from the many shops and facilities on offer. The excellent shops include for example the friendly 'institution' The Handyman Stores, two butchers, bakers, a fine deli, two supermarkets and chemist, complementing those found at neighbouring Diss (approximately 5 miles). Diss is fortunate in being able to offer amongst other things an 18 Hole Golf Course and importantly a well used commuter rail service which runs between the Cathedral City of Norwich to the north and London's Liverpool Street Station.
Description
This property was originally Nos. 13 & 14 Buckshorn Lane and now referred to as just No.13. It has been in the same family for many decades and is now offered for sale with no onward chain. In need of modernisation and repair, these two cottages have formed a single 3 bedroom property but suggest a considered scheme could return them to two independent properties. This idea could present a long-term investment opportunity if let out once completed. Windows have been double glazed with PVCu frames but otherwise modernisation and improvement is required. To the far end of the property is a lean-to building with storage space. Furthermore, opposite sits a separate workshop/store which whilst potentially useful, could perhaps be demolished to create outside space.
Sitting Room
17'10 x 12'2 measured to chimneybreast (5.44m x 3.71m measured to chimneybreast)
Approached via one of two PVCu outer doors within the front elevation and more natural light from two double glazed PVCu windows at the front and a further window to the rear. A former doorway, also in the front elevation has been filled with colourful glass bricks. A brick fireplace with tiled hearth and presently sealed open hearth. Stairs to the first floor accommodation.
Kitchen Dining Room
19'6 x 12'1 (5.94m x 3.68m)
Fitted with units around three walls at the left end beyond is the lean-to separate section. Worktop extends across cupboard and drawer storage units with wall cupboards and cabinets above. 4-ring hob and eye level double oven. Single drainer sink unit with drainer bowl and mixer tap. Two PVCu windows to the front elevation in addition to one at the rear and a now internal window to the side lean-to. PVCu outer door. The chimneybreast and fireplace accommodates an early Rayburn stove, now redundant.
Lean-to Store & WC
11' x 7'6 Main area (3.35m x 2.29m Main area)
An initial area provides access to a WC to one side and the main area beyond.
First Floor Landing
Stairs rise to a long landing extending across the entire rear of the three bedrooms with a separate WC at the far end.
Bedroom
9'6 x 8'9 (2.90m x 2.67m)
With fitted cupboards. PVCu window to the front elevation.
Bedroom
9'2 x 8'8 (2.79m x 2.64m)
With PVCu window to the front elevation. Built-in cupboard.
Bedroom
13'4 x 8'10 (4.06m x 2.69m)
With PVCu to the front elevation. Built-in airing cupboard with fortic hot water tank.
Bathroom
Fitted with a coloured suite comprising panelled bath with matching pedestal wash basin. PVCu to the front elevation.
Separate WC
With low level wc and window.
Outside
The property has no garden to speak of only a paved area over which neighbours at No.15 have right of way to their property. Just across from the house sits a Workshop with lean-to Store. The main space measures internally 18' x 7'8 and has power and light connected along with a water supply. There is no outside space at the rear as the terrace abuts the garden of the property behind known as The Thatched House.
Services
The vendor has confirmed that the property benefits from mains water, electricity and drainage.
Wayleaves & Easements
The property is sold subject to and with all the benefit of all wayleaves, covenants, easements and rights of way whether or not disclosed in these particulars.
Important Notice
These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and should not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. Harrison Edge has no authority to make or give in writing or verbally any representations or warranties in relation to the property. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. No assumptions should be made that the property has all the necessary planning, building regulation or other consents. Harrison Edge have not carried out a survey, nor tested the services, appliances or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. In the interest of Health & Safety, please ensure that you take due care when inspecting any property. See also notes on Viewing below relative to Covid-19.
Postal Address
13 Buckshorn Lane, Eye, IP23 7AZ
Council Tax
The property has been placed in Tax Band A.
Local Authority
Mid Suffolk District Council, Endeavour House, 8 Russell Road, Ipswich IP1 2BX. Telephone: 0300 123 4000
Tenure & Possession
The property is for sale freehold with vacant possession upon completion.
Fixtures & Fittings
All items normally designated as vendors' fixtures & fittings are specifically excluded from the sale unless mentioned in these particulars.
Directions
Buckshorn Lane can be approached from either Church Street or Castle Street. From the Town Centre pass the Town Hall on your right and either take the left into Church Street by the Chemist or, continue past Harrison Edge on left and around the bend taking left into Buckshorn Lane. The house is set back at right angles to the lane.
Viewing
By prior telephone appointment with the vendors' agent Harrison Edge T: +44 (0)1379 871 563 07542 965 660 *** Covid-19 - No more than two related viewers will be admitted to the property and assurances must be provided neither party has Covid-19 symptons or has suffered from the illness. Viewers must bring with them appropriate PPE. ***
Directions
Buckshorn Lane can be approached from either Church Street or Castle Street. From the Town Centre pass the Town Hall on your right and either take the left into Church Street by the Chemist or, continue past Harrison Edge on left and around the bend taking left into Buckshorn Lane. The house is set back at right angles to the lane.
Viewing
By prior appointment with the vendors agent Harrison Edge T: +44 (0) 1379 871563
