Ipswich, IP8 4LS

ABOUT THIS HOUSE The Old Rectory sits within its own world. Surrounded by its mature grounds, it has a sense of seclusion, an oasis of calm and quiet, with the church and open fields beyond providing a striking and beautiful backdrop. This is a special house. Exceptionally pretty, with its Georgian façade and distinctive Dutch gables, it has a softness and charm. Dating back to the 16th century, it has evolved over time and now feels both characterful and easy to live in. You enter through an impressive central hallway, from which the house unfolds. Rooms lead off in all directions, creating a natural flow that works for both family life and entertaining. The light is a real feature, moving through the house beautifully from morning through to evening, both downstairs and up. The main reception rooms open onto either the sun-trap courtyard or the gardens beyond, with fireplaces, sash windows and well-balanced proportions adding elegance throughout. The principal bedroom is a standout. Spacious, light and calm, with views across the gardens. The remaining bedrooms are all well-sized and equally well positioned. The additional barn offers real flexibility. Currently used for entertaining and storage, it has hosted many memorable gatherings over the years. The gardens strike the right balance. Private and peaceful, with year-round colour and plenty of space for children to play. ABOUT THIS AREA Little Blakenham is a quietly positioned Suffolk village with a genuine sense of community, surrounded by open countryside and wide, open skies. Weekends are where the area really comes into its own. Aldeburgh and Frinton-on-Sea are both within easy reach for sea air, fresh fish and long coastal walks, as well as excellent golf courses. Closer to home, nearby villages such as Needham Market and Bildeston offer a selection of well-regarded pubs, farm shops and local amenities that make this part of Suffolk so loved. There are miles of footpaths and quiet lanes to explore, with walks straight from the door through gently rolling farmland, alongside a calendar of country shows and local events that lend themselves to an outdoors way of life. Ipswich is a short drive away, offering a wide range of shops, restaurants and everyday amenities, including a Waitrose. The area is particularly well regarded for schooling, with excellent options including Ipswich High School, Framlingham, Royal Hospital School, OBH and Orwell Park School, alongside a number of strong state & grammar schools. Despite its peaceful setting, Little Blakenham is well connected, with easy access to London and Cambridge, making it a practical choice for those balancing country life with work. TOWNS and CITIES Ipswich 4.8 miles Stowmarket 9miles Woodbridge 13.5 miles Long Melford 18.6 miles London 86 miles TRAIN STATIONS Ipswich Station 5.4 miles Manningtree Station 15.3 miles Needham Market Station 5.5 miles AIRPORTS Stansted Airport 51 miles Southend Airport 60 miles London Heathrow 115 miles