4 bed Detached House For Sale
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020 7692 8328
Property Description
- Detached
- South Facing Garden
- Freehold
- Double Garage
- Quiet, friendly close
- Field views to the rear
- Large living room with garden access
- Off Road Parking
- Chain Free
- Rural Village
Tucked away in a quiet, friendly close in the village of Henley, this detached home has been loved by the same family for over 35 years, and it’s easy to see why. Surrounded by a peaceful village atmosphere, yet just north of Ipswich, it offers that rare balance of space, calm, and everyday convenience. Sold chain-free, it’s a home that’s ready for its next chapter.
Freeman Avenue is one of those places that instantly feels reassuring. It’s quiet, safe, and welcoming, the kind of close where children can ride their bikes and neighbours actually know each other. There’s off-road parking at the front, additional communal parking along the lane, and a garage, giving plenty of flexibility for family life.
Inside, the house opens into a generous hallway that sets the tone straight away. To one side is a large dining room, a space that comfortably hosts big family gatherings and still feels cosy thanks to its fireplace. This room was once part of the original L-shaped living area, and the proportions really show. There’s also a handy downstairs WC just off the hallway.
Moving through the house, a small foyer now sits between the dining room and the main lounge, a lovely feature space that works well for artwork, books, or personal touches. The lounge itself is bright and spacious, with large windows flooding the room with natural light, a central fireplace, and sliding doors opening straight out to the garden, perfect for summer evenings and relaxed entertaining.
The kitchen sits just off the foyer and looks out over the garden through a charming bay window. There’s plenty of worktop space, good storage, and room for under-counter appliances alongside a built-in fridge freezer. Beyond the kitchen is a breakfast room that works brilliantly as an everyday dining space. From here, there’s direct access into the garage, large enough for a car while still leaving space for storage and utility appliances, and patio doors that lead out to the garden.
Outside, the south-facing garden is mature, colourful, and surprisingly low maintenance. In spring it comes alive with flowers, including bluebells, while the lawn and patio provide easy space to relax. At the far end of the garden sits a beautiful original wall from the old Henley estate, a unique feature that adds real character and a sense of history to the space.
Upstairs, the family bathroom is straight ahead and has been thoughtfully reconfigured to make the most of the space, with a bath and power shower. To one side are two bedrooms, one currently used as a home office, both enjoying open views across the fields behind the house. To the other side are two further bedrooms, including the main bedroom suite. The principal bedroom is a generous space with fitted wardrobes, room for a dressing table, and a well-sized en-suite with a power shower.
Overall, this is a warm, well-proportioned family home in a genuinely lovely setting, ideal for buyers looking for village life, outdoor space, and easy access into Ipswich, all wrapped up in a home that’s clearly been cared for.
