Sandy Lane, Little Bealings, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP13

A splendid, historic former village pub with planning permission to be turn it into a substantial residential dwelling; it has plenty of potential and character, set in the heart of village of Little Bealings. The property provides more than 3,500 square feet of accommodation making this is a fine opportunity for buyers to create an impressive family home, combining all the original features with 21st century living.

At present the main reception room is a large, split-level space accommodating the old bar area, with seating area and a raised dining room. The room has wooden flooring and heavy timber beams, both in the ceiling and dividing the space with its vertical beams, and should a buyer complete the proposed approval, this space will become the impressive open plan kitchen/breakfast room that opens out to a spacious living room. Towards the rear, a 26ft former function room, hall with toilets, and commercial kitchen will form a new dining room, a snug/studio and the master bedroom with ensuite. The plans also incorporate a new patio area accessed and viewed from much of the ground floor creating a fabulous indoor-outdoor entertainment area. In addition to the terrace, is approval to form two garden areas; a raised courtyard garden to the side, as well as a large lawned garden to the other side, with access from the terrace. A driveway area has also been formed to the side of the property in the proposed plans.

ADDITIONAL LOT AVAILABLE: The carpark that sits adjacent to the property across the road, could be available by separate negotiation and the whole guide price is ?650,000.

The appeal is allowed and planning permission is granted for the change of use of a vacant public house to residential use, under Ref: DC/20/3514/FUL and appeal Re: APP/ X3540/W/21/3267667. Copies of the consent and the accompanying plans are available from the planning department of East Suffolk District Council or the Vendor's agent.

Local Authority: East Suffolk District Council Services: There are currently main connections to both the electricity and water.
The property is currently using LPG gas.
Buyers will need to install a new private drainage system.
Council Tax: Not yet registered

The property is set in the popular village of Little Bealings, which is approximately 3 miles from the vibrant riverside town of Woodbridge. The village has a parish church, a village hall and a primary school. There are further local amenities, including shops and supermarkets, in Martlesham Heath and Woodbridge in particular it has a wide range of shops, restaurants and leisure facilities.
The area has well-regarded schooling, both in the state and independent sectors including Little Bealings Primary School which is rated as outstanding by Ofsted, The Abbey, Woodbridge School, Kesgrave High School and Farlingaye High School. The County town of Ipswich town is just five miles away, providing a superb choice of shops, restaurants, caf?s and bars. The area is well connected by road, with the A12 less than two miles away, providing access to the A14 and beyond, while Ipswich mainline station provides regular services to London Liverpool Street (1 hour 10 minutes).

1.7 miles A12, 3.2 miles Woodbridge, 3.0 miles Martlesham Heath, 6.6 miles Ipswich 6 miles Ipswich Railway Station (London Liverpool Street 1hr 10 mins).