Thwaite, Eye, Suffolk

A delightful unlisted detached thatched cottage that occupies an enviable position towards the end of this no-through lane and located in the highly desirable village of Thwaite. Cossets affords an excellent display of notable period features throughout and of particular note is the superb inglenook fireplace in the sitting room and more recently the property has undergone significant improvements and developments by way of a newly fitted kitchen and double rear extension. The rear addition of Cossets is excellently positioned to create separate annexe accommodation or be occupied as a holiday let if so required (subject to the necessary planning consents). The grounds of the cottage are a genuine delight that are meticulously cared for by the present owners and surround the property creating an excellent idyllic setting that also incorporates off street parking and a double bay cart lodge with snooker room/studio above.


Solid wood entrance door with central stained-glass window opening to;

ENTRANCE PORCH: A welcoming area with brick flooring. Leaded light window to side. Door to;

SITTING ROOM: An impressive room having a large inglenook fireplace with pamment tiled hearth and a large bressummer creates the main focal point of the room. An excellent display of exposed timbers and studwork. Suffolk latch door to stairs leading to first floor. A superb open studded wall leading through to the;

STUDY AREA: A versatile space that would lend itself to a multiple of uses. Exposed brick flooring, timbers and studwork. Understairs storage cupboard.

KITCHEN: Fitted with matching wall and base units under work preparation surfaces that incorporate a Butler style sink with central mixer tap. Further integrated appliances include slimline dishwasher, fridge and freezer. Space for an AGA cooker. Opening through to garden room and utility room.

UTILITY: Having matching wall and base units under work preparation surfaces. Space for washing machine. Door to rear.

GARDEN ROOM: An impressive and sympathetic extension with a display of exposed timbers and studwork under a vaulted ceiling. Tiled flooring. Excellent views of the gardens.

INNER LOBBY: Having exposed brick flooring. Suffolk latch doors and leaded light window having front aspect.

REAR HALLWAY: Staircase rising to first floor. Attractive tiled flooring. External door with stained glass window that gives access to the garden allowing one to enjoy warm summer afternoons.

STUDY: This room would lend itself to a multiple of uses if so required, however is currently occupied as a home office by the present owners. Views overlooking the front grounds via a leaded light window. Air conditioning unit.

BEDROOM 3: Again, this room is a versatile space but currently occupied as a third bedroom with leaded light window overlooking the gardens. Display of exposed timbers and studwork. Air conditioning unit. Suffolk latch door.

DOWNSTAIRS SHOWER ROOM: Fitted with a corner shower cubicle, high level flush W.C., wash hand basin with mixer tap and vanity unit with cupboard beneath. Tiled flooring. Heated towel rail. Leaded light window to side.

BATHROOM: Fitted with roll top spa bath with mixer tap and shower attachment, wash hand basin having mixer tap and vanity unit surround and a high-level flush W.C. Attractive brick flooring. Velux window.

First floor (Accessed via the staircase from the rear hall)

BEDROOM 4: With Velux window to the side. Air conditioning unit.

(Accessed via the staircase from the sitting room)

LANDING: A large inviting area with exposed timbers and studwork and having wide oak floorboards. Suffolk latch doors through to;

BEDROOM 1: With exposed timbers and studwork. Window overlooking the garden room.

BEDROOM 2: A delightful dual aspect room with leaded light windows overlooking the front garden. Offering exposed timbers and studwork and having wide oak floorboards.

Outside The property is set away from the road and approached by off street parking for multiple vehicles which in turn lead to the gardens, property and DETACHED DOUBLE BAY CARTLODGE with room above currently occupied as a games room, however would lend itself to a studio if so required. Power and light connected.

The remainder of the gardens are a genuine delight, recently reconstructed and meticulously cared for by the present owners which incorporate an abundance of flower and shrub beds, established trees and bordered by a mature well-kept hedge. The remainder is predominantly lawn and has well placed terrace areas immediately adjacent to the rear and side of the property both ideally placed for al fresco dining on warm summer days.