Worlington Road, Mildenhall, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk, IP28

Property Details: - Type: Detached house - Bedrooms: 5 - Bathrooms: 4

Agent: Abbotts - Mildenhall Phone: 01638 318604

Lock Cottage | Worlington Road<br/><br/>Iconic 5/6 Bedroom Detached Home | Riverside Gardens | Self-Contained Annex<br/><br/>Steeped in history and dating back to circa 1800, Lock Cottage is a beautifully preserved former lock keeper’s cottage nestled along the banks of the River Lark. This unique family home seamlessly blends period charm with striking modern architecture, offering a versatile layout perfect for large families or multi-generational living. This property enjoys nearly an acre of land, aswell as two road side access points creating plenty of off-road parking.<br/><br/>An Architectural Blend, The heart of the home is the stunning modern orangery, a bright and expansive space designed for high-end entertaining. This central hub connects the traditional elements of the cottage to the gardens, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor flow.<br/><br/>The Ground Floor boasts a wealth of living space:<br/>• Reception Rooms: A large, cozy lounge, formal dining room, dedicated playroom, private study and an impressive orangery.<br/>• The Annex: A fully self-contained one-bedroom/ two bedroom suite featuring its own lounge/ bedroom, shower room, main bedroom and utility area—perfect for guests, adult children, or elderly relatives.<br/>The First Floor & Master Suite<br/>The upper level is thoughtfully configured to offer 3–4 bedrooms:<br/>• The Master Retreat: A generous principal bedroom featuring a private en-suite.<br/>• Dressing Room / Bedroom 4: Adjoining the master is a large dressing room which can easily serve as a fourth bedroom or nursery.<br/>Enchanting Riverside Grounds<br/>The exterior of Lock Cottage is truly its crowning glory. The cottage offers a brick built workshop and storage shed attached to the house.<br/>• Mature Gardens: Nearly and acre of land forming fully enclosed, private gardens that wrap around the property, offering safe play areas and quiet retreats.<br/>• River Lark Frontage: The gardens extend down to the riverbank, providing a picturesque backdrop and a tranquil setting for summer evenings.<br/><br/>Located in a highly sought-after village, the property enjoys a peaceful semi-rural feel while remaining excellently connected. With the historic market town of Bury St Edmunds nearby and easy access to major commuter routes, Lock Cottage offers the ultimate Suffolk lifestyle.<br/><br/>Agent's Note: Properties of this caliber, offering both historical significance and riverside frontage, are rarely available. Internal viewing is essential to fully appreciate the scale and character on offer.<br/><br/>