4 bed terraced house for sale

Quay Street, Orford IP12

Built in 1875 as part of a terrace of seven cottages for the local coastguards and their families, No. 3 Coastguard Cottages is full of character and charm. Arranged over two floors, this four-bedroom period home combines original features with a practical layout, making it an ideal coastal retreat or holiday home. With a welcoming sitting room, separate dining room, and a south-east facing garden, the property offers both comfort and space for entertaining.

Accommodation:Approach:

Access is via a shared road off Quay Street, leading to off-road parking and a garage store. There is also a pedestrian route to Quay Street across the garden of Coastguard House.

Ground Floor

• Enclosed Porch leading to:
  
  
• Sitting Room – 17’1 x 11’11 (5.21m x 3.37m) With open fire, creating a warm focal point.
  
  
• Kitchen – 10’4 x 9’7 (3.14m x 2.97m) Terracotta floor tiles, timber fitted units with oven, washing machine and dishwasher. Doors to the garden and:
  
  
• Dining Room – 14’2 x 9’1 (4.31m x 2.77m) A bright and inviting room, perfect for family meals or entertaining.
  
  
• Inner Hall leading to:
  
  
  • Bathroom – bath, hand basin and WC.
    
    
• From the kitchen: Access to a former washroom/WC and separate coal store.
  
  

First Floor

• Small Landing to four bedrooms and shower room.
  
  
• Rear Small Bedroom – 10’3 x 9’2 (3.12m x 2.97m) with door to:
  
  
• Rear Large Bedroom – 11’10 x 9’0 (3.60m x 2.75m) with airing cupboard and:
  
  
  • En-Suite – shower, basin and WC.
    
    
• Front Small Bedroom – 11’5 x 8’9 (3.48m x 2.67m).
  
  
• Front Large Bedroom – 17’4 x 11’0 (5.27m x 3.35m), a generous principal room.
  
  

Outside:

The south-east facing garden is accessed directly from the parking area, providing a private and attractive setting. A pedestrian right of way exists across the property for neighbouring cottages, though their main access is via the signed lane from Quay Street.

Location:

Orford is one of Suffolk’s most sought-after coastal villages, known for its historic 12th-century castle and strong sense of community. The River Ore offers excellent opportunities for sailing and water sports, while nearby Orford Ness and Havergate Island Nature Reserves are celebrated for their birdlife.

The village is well served with amenities including two public houses (The Jolly Sailor and The King’s Head), Pinney’s smokery, The Butley Oysterage, The Crown & Castle restaurant, and the acclaimed Pump Street Bakery. A thriving shop, butcher, farmers’ market, newsagent and primary school add to the appeal.

For cultural life, Snape Maltings concert hall is a short drive. Aldeburgh and Woodbridge provide further leisure and dining options, as well as 18-hole golf courses. Excellent schooling can be found in Woodbridge, Framlingham and Ipswich, with train services to London from Woodbridge, Wickham Market and Ipswich.

Agent’s note:

There is a pedestrian right of access across the property from the other Coastguard cottages (nb this was used historically); the other cottages’ main access is from the signposted lane off Quay Street.

Tenure: Freehold

Guide price: £595,000 subject to contract