Property Details: - Type: End of terrace house - Bedrooms: 2 - Bathrooms: 1
Agent: Winkworth - Southwold Phone: 01502 392925
A beautifully characterful coastal retreat, tucked away in the heart of Wrentham, offering an enviable lifestyle moments from the Heritage Coast and within easy reach of Southwold’s iconic seaside charm. <br/><br/>Forming part of the original Grade II listed Reading Rooms dating back to the 1860s, this delightful cottage effortlessly blends period character with the ease and practicality required for modern coastal living. Hidden discreetly away from the road, the property enjoys a peaceful position whilst remaining within a short stroll of the village shop, local pubs and everyday amenities, making it perfectly suited as a lock-up-and-leave escape, holiday let investment or full-time residence. <br/><br/>Wrentham itself is exceptionally well placed for enjoying the Suffolk coastline, with the historic Victorian fishing town of Southwold only a ten-minute drive away, whilst Covehithe Beach sits on the village edge, offering a wonderfully unspoilt setting for coastal walks and relaxing days by the sea. <br/><br/>The cottage is approached via a small seating area by the front wall, ideal for morning coffee or an evening drink after a day exploring the coast. A useful entrance porch provides practical storage for coats and shoes before opening into the main reception room, where an Adam-style timber fire surround creates an attractive focal point and adds warmth and charm to the space. <br/><br/>The reception room flows naturally into the kitchen diner, designed with a range of pastel-toned shaker-style units that complement the cottage aesthetic beautifully. There is space for a small dining table, creating an inviting setting for relaxed, whilst integrated cooking facilities and spaces for white goods ensure practicality for everyday living. <br/><br/>Beyond the kitchen, a rear lobby provides additional storage beneath the stairs and access to the contemporary ground floor shower room, stylishly finished with fully tiled walls, shower cubicle, wash hand basin, close coupled WC and chrome towel rail. <br/><br/>To the first floor, the distinctive saltbox gable design gives shape and character to the ceilings, enhancing the cottage feel throughout the accommodation. The principal bedroom enjoys twin windows overlooking the rear aspect, whilst an adjoining second room offers flexibility as a guest bedroom, dressing room, home office or potential ensuite conversion, subject to any necessary consents. <br/><br/>Offering charm, versatility and a superb position close to the coast, this is a wonderful opportunity to secure an idyllic Suffolk bolt hole in one of the area’s most desirable villages.<br/><br/>
