Risby, Suffolk
Asking price £595,000 Sold STC
A beautifully crafted and presented modern home at the foot of this small development, withiin this highly regarded village.
Situated close to Risby's Norman Church and village green, 7 Fishers Drive is one of 14 luxurious properties built by Fleur Homes in 2017, of traditional construction with red-brick and timber weatherboard elevations under a pan-tiled roofline.
The property cleverly blends traditional craftsmanship with contemporary nuances, creating an elegant and well-proportioned home, packed with design features and high-grade fixtures and materials throughout to include engineered oak floors, Duravit bathroom suites, Bosch appliances and galvanized steel guttering.
During the present owner's occupancy, the house has been further upgraded with a tasteful heritage colour palette, meticulous presentation and a stunning landscaped garden which is now bearing the fruit of such labour and will do so for years to come.
The property extends to just over 1,800ft2 arranged over two floors comprising a large reception hall with wide staircase to first floor and storage under, which then opens to an inner hall/study area and access to a large cloakroom.
The sitting room is an elegant double-aspect space, with bay window to front and bi-fold doors to the garden, with open fire housing a wood-burning stove. The study is located with a view to the garden, neighbouring the utility room which is fitted with a quality range of storage units with worktops and stainless-steel sink and door to the side garden.
The double-aspect kitchen/dining room is beautifully fitted with stylish matt-finished modern base and eye level units with quartz worktop, integrated Bosch appliances to include double oven, induction hob with extractor, microwave, dishwasher, fridge and freezer.
The large landing area enjoys a double aspect and storage cupboard. The principal bedroom is fitted with two double wardrobes, and has a luxurious en suite shower room, with underfloor heating, large tiled walk-in shower cubicle, WC with concealed cistern, wash basin and heated towel rail.
The two further bedrooms are good sized double rooms, served by a high-quality bathroom with underfloor heating, large panelled bath, separate shower cubicle, freestanding heritage-style wash basin and WC with concealed cistern.
Outside
7 Fishers Drive is approached from the no-through road onto a block-paved driveway leading to a detached garage with electric door and car charger. The front garden has a well-maintained hedge, with lawned areas, path and plated beds.
The garden enjoys a private east-facing orientation, having been transformed into a fascinating space with a variety of allocated areas, specifically designed to host a variety of specimen shrubs, young trees to include Himalayan Birch, Silver Birch, Tibetan Cherry and Chinese Birch, as well as many seating areas. Notably, there is a stepover apple tree and raised beds for those looking to enjoy their own produce.
Services
Mains water, drainage and electricity. Air-source heating (underfloor to ground floor) • West Suffolk Council Tax Band 'D' • EPC 'B' • Broadband: Ofcom suggest Superfast up to 47Mb available • Mobile: Ofcom suggest Vodafone and O2 likely
Location
7 Fishers Drive, on this sought-after small development, is located off School Road in the heart of this popular village. Steeped in history and decorated with pretty cottages, Risby epitomises the loveliness of Suffolk villages. With its own cricket pitch, a popular village hall, antiques emporium, garden nursery and cafe at Risby barns. Risby embraces the best of community spirit.
Close to Bury St Edmunds, the village enjoys access to a wide range of shops and activities. It also benefits from being just a 30-minute drive from Cambridge. The property is well located for road communications with the A14 being only ½ a mile to the south and for the rail commuter, there is a fast and regular service to London's Kings Cross from Cambridge, taking approximately 60 minutes and from Stowmarket to London's Liverpool Street Station, which takes approximately 85 minutes.
Phone agent: 01284 769 999