Drinkstone Road, Gedding, Bury St. Edmunds

Gedding is a small rural parish in Mid Suffolk. Situated in the hundred of Thedwastre, the parish lies about six miles SE of Bury St Edmunds and 6 miles west of Stowmarket, offering peaceful countryside living with easy access to local town. Nearby is Drinkstone village, with amenities such as All Saints' Church (grade II* listed), historic windmills, and a village hall. The area borders beautiful reserves like Bradfield Wood. The wider locality benefits from nearby primary schools, nursery, shop and pub in Rattlesden and Woolpit and Thurston Community College for secondary education. Nearby Felsham has a playing field, pub and community shop. The nearest railway service is at Elmswell station, around 7 km away, with further rail connections available at Thurston and Stowmarket.

Nestled in the peaceful Suffolk village of Gedding and backing onto open countryside, 9 Drinkstone Road offers a rare chance to purchase a spacious and well-maintained semi-detached home. This classic red-brick 1940s home combines solid construction with unique design touches, including bespoke ironwork and handcrafted finishes, setting it apart as a truly distinctive property.

Gedding is a charming rural parish located about six miles southeast of Bury St Edmunds and six miles west of Stowmarket. Residents enjoy a quiet village setting with easy access to local amenities, primary and secondary schools, and excellent commuter links via the A14. Nearby villages provide shops, pubs, and community facilities, while Elmswell station offers rail connections to surrounding towns.


Entrance door opening into a practical reception area that leads to the dining room and Sitting room:

SITTING ROOM: 11'5" × 14'11" (3.48m × 4.55m) - a bright, front-aspect room perfect for relaxing or entertaining.

DINING ROOM: 9'10" × 10'9" (3.00m × 3.27m) - adjacent to the kitchen, featuring a former fireplace with tiled hearth and a convenient understairs storage cupboard.

KITCHEN: Kitchen: 18'10" × 7'10" (5.73m × 2.38m) - spanning nearly the full width of the property, with ample cabinetry, wooden worktops, a butler-style sink, and space for a range cooker, fridge-freezer, and wine fridge.

A rear hall leads to a cloakroom/WC and conservatory (11'3" × 8'7" / 3.43m × 2.63m) with direct access to the garden.

FIRST FLOOR: A central landing connecting all bedrooms and providing natural light throughout. Doors to:

BEDROOM ONE: 9'10" × 13'6" (2.99m × 4.12m) - with fitted wardrobes and rear garden views.

BEDROOM TWO: 11'3" × 10'1" (3.44m × 3.07m) - generous double at the rear.

BEDROOM THREE: 7'2" × 7'6" (2.18m × 2.29m) - ideal as a child's room or study.

BATHROOM: (8'0" × 8'10" / 2.44m × 2.69m), A delightful suite with deep oval bath having central mixer tap with shower attachment. WC, shower cubicle and wash hand basin.

Outside Space The rear garden has been landscaped for enjoyment and practicality, featuring a secluded terrace, lawn area, oak-clad insulated workshop with electricity, and adjoining barbecue shelter with wood-fired oven - perfect for entertaining year-round. The front garden offers a gravel driveway with carport, lawn, raised beds, greenhouse, summerhouse, and mature hedging for privacy. A secure gate links front and rear gardens, seamlessly connecting practical and relaxing spaces.

Move-in Ready: This home is ready to enjoy from day one, with modern finishes, generous living space, and thoughtful outdoor areas.

SERVICES: Mains water and drainage are connected. Oil fired central heating.

WHAT3WORDS: replays.comply.woven

NOTE: None of the services have been tested by the agent.

Agents note: Log Burner and Pizza oven are not to remain.

LOCAL AUTHORITY: Mid Suffolk District Council, 131 High Street,

Needham Market, Suffolk, IP6 8DL. Tel: (01449) 724500.

COUNCIL TAX BANDING: Band C

EPC RATING: TBC

VIEWING: Strictly by prior appointment only through DAVID BURR Woolpit office 01359 245245.

NOTICE Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of these sales details, they are for guidance purposes only and prospective purchasers or lessees are advised to seek their own professional advice as well as to satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their correctness. No representation or warranty whatsoever is made in relation to this property by David Burr or its employees nor do such sales details form part of any offer or contract.

AGENTS NOTE: Please be aware that the Log burner and pizza oven will not be remaining.