Detached House for sale with 6 bedrooms, Long Thurlow, Bury St. Edmunds

An impressive Victorian country house set within over an acre of beautifully established gardens and grounds. Offering six bedrooms, elegant reception rooms, superb outbuildings and a private semi-rural setting, all backing onto open Suffolk countryside. Viewings are highly recommended. Offering substantial and highly versatile accommodation arranged over three floors, this distinguished family home successfully combines elegant period character with modern comforts. The property enjoys beautifully proportioned reception rooms, six bedrooms and extensive ancillary accommodation, complemented by outstanding south-facing gardens, a range of useful outbuildings and excellent parking facilities. Thurlow House presents a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial country home of considerable charm and character in one of Suffolk's most attractive rural settings. A welcoming reception hall sets the tone for the accommodation beyond, where high ceilings, period detailing and generous room proportions reflect the home's rich heritage. The principal reception rooms comprise an elegant drawing room, a formal dining room and a comfortable sitting room, each offering an ideal setting for both family living and entertaining. Further enhancing the versatility of the ground floor is a separate study, perfect for home working, together with a charming garden room that enjoys delightful views across the grounds and provides a seamless connection to the outdoors. A dedicated breakfast room serves the kitchen, creating an informal space for everyday dining. The well-appointed kitchen is fitted with an extensive range of oak-fronted cabinetry complemented by granite work surfaces and incorporates a combination of integrated and freestanding appliances. Adjacent to the kitchen is a practical laundry room together with a ground-floor shower room, adding further convenience for modern family life. The first and second floors provide six well-proportioned bedrooms, all presented to a high standard and enjoying attractive outlooks over the surrounding gardens and countryside. These are served by two en-suite and three well-appointed family bathrooms (both with twin basins), creating flexible accommodation suitable for both family occupation and visiting guests. The gardens and grounds are a particularly outstanding feature of Thurlow House and contribute greatly to its appeal. Extending to approximately one acre, the grounds have been thoughtfully established over many years and provide an exceptional level of privacy and seclusion. To the rear, formal south-facing gardens create a delightful setting for outdoor entertaining and relaxation, with expansive lawns interspersed by mature trees, shrubs and well-stocked borders. Beyond the formal gardens lies an area of meadow and orchard together with a former paddock, offering excellent potential for a variety of recreational or lifestyle pursuits. A twin stable block further enhances the property's versatility. Approached via an extensive and discreet 'in and out' driveway, the property benefits from ample parking for numerous vehicles. The driveway serves a substantial double cart lodge and a detached double garage incorporating a gym or hobbies room, together with an attached workshop, making the property equally suited to those seeking space for leisure interests, storage or home-based activities. The surrounding countryside offers excellent opportunities for walking, cycling and horse riding, while the nearby River Stour provides additional leisure pursuits including fishing and boating. Everyday amenities can be found in the neighbouring villages of Walsham-le-Willows and Badwell Ash. At the heart of Badwell Ash stands its historic 14th-century church, while the village itself offers a range of local facilities including a well-stocked village shop, popular takeaways, village hall and recreational areas. The highly regarded White Horse Inn is particularly renowned for its excellent cuisine and welcoming atmosphere. Long Thurlow lies approximately 12 miles north-east of the historic market town of Bury St Edmunds. There is convenient access to the A14, which links Cambridge, Ipswich and the wider regional road network. Elmswell station provides railway links to Cambridge and Stowmarket, (approximately nine miles away), which in turn offers mainline rail services to London Liverpool Street and Norwich. Bury St Edmunds is widely recognised as one of Suffolk's finest market towns, boasting over a thousand years of history alongside an exceptional range of amenities. The town offers an excellent selection of independent boutiques, restaurants, cafés and leisure facilities, together with cultural attractions including the magnificent St Edmundsbury Cathedral, the beautiful Abbey Gardens, the renowned The Apex and the historic Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds. Its rich heritage, vibrant cultural scene and outstanding quality of life have earned it a reputation as one of East Ang