Sudbury, CO10 7AG

ABOUT THIS HOUSE Tucked away amidst endless countryside, Purkis House occupies a wonderfully peaceful setting, where open fields stretch to the horizon and the pace of life slows almost instinctively. Despite its idyllic seclusion, the thriving villages of Long Melford and Lavenham, together with Sudbury's rail links and amenities, are all within easy reach. Estimated to date from the early 17th century, this handsome unlisted home has evolved gracefully over time. The current owners have undertaken a thoughtful programme of extension and refurbishment, creating a house that is every bit as practical as it is charming. Traditional character sits comfortably alongside modern family living, with elegant reception rooms flowing into generous spaces designed for gathering, entertaining and everyday life. At its heart lies the beautifully crafted kitchen, complete with an AGA. With glazed doors opening onto the terrace and gardens beyond, it is easy to imagine this becoming the place everyone naturally gravitates towards. The adjoining reception rooms provide wonderful spaces for both entertaining and quieter moments, while long summer lunches spill onto the terrace and children roam freely across the lawns. A separate large utility and boot room provide the practical backbone every country house needs. With seven bedrooms and five bathrooms, Purkis House offers exceptional flexibility, equally suited to busy family life, regular house guests and those seeking generous space without compromise. Surrounded by immaculate gardens of around two acres, complete with orchard, greenhouse and sheltered corners to retreat to with a book, Purkis House feels like the perfect country home. ABOUT THIS AREA The nearby market town of Sudbury provides an excellent range of day-to-day amenities, including independent shops, cafés, restaurants and supermarkets including a Waitrose, together with a branch line station offering services to London Liverpool Street via Marks Tey. The historic villages of Long Melford and Lavenham, renowned for their medieval architecture and thriving communities, are both within easy reach and offer an appealing mix of pubs, boutiques, galleries and antiques shops. The area is particularly well regarded for its schooling, with an excellent choice of both independent and state options. Independent schools include Old Buckenham Hall, Littlegarth, Ipswich School and the Royal Hospital School, while the highly regarded Colchester Royal Grammar School and Colchester County High School for Girls are also within easy reach. For those who enjoy the outdoors, there are miles of countryside walks, cycling routes and bridleways to explore. The River Stour is close by, offering everything from peaceful riverside walks to paddleboarding and kayaking through the heart of Constable Country. Golf enthusiasts are well catered for, with Stoke by Nayland Resort and Brett Vale Golf Club both within easy reach, while the Suffolk coast, including Aldeburgh and Southwold, can be reached in around an hour. AGENT’S NOTE A separate 7 acres of land available by separate negotiation. TOWNS and CITIES Long Melford 2.8 miles Sudbury 3.7 miles Bury St Edmonds 18 miles Colchester 18 miles London 71 miles TRAIN STATIONS Sudbury 3.5 miles Marks Tey Station 16 miles Braintree Station 15.9 miles London Liverpool Street from 75 minutes approx AIRPORTS Stansted Airport 29.7 miles Southend Airport 48.2 miles London Heathrow 97