House in Sudbury

House for sale

Sudbury

5 bedrooms2 bathrooms

496.507 €

Listed Sep 14, 2026

About this listing

* Guide Price £425,000 - £450,000 * Situated in the popular village of Little Waldingfield, Croft Lea is a substantial five-bedroom detached family home offering generous accommodation, excellent family flexibility and the convenience of off-road parking. The property benefits from double glazing and oil-fired central heating and occupies a pleasant position within this established residential setting. The accommodation provides an excellent opportunity for families seeking a sizeable home with plenty of room to grow, work from home or accommodate visiting friends and relatives. With five bedrooms, there is considerable versatility to suit a variety of modern lifestyles, while the detached nature of the property provides the privacy and space often sought after by family buyers. The accommodation The house provides well-proportioned and flexible family accommodation arranged over two floors. The ground floor offers generous reception and living spaces, providing the ideal environment for both everyday family life and entertaining. The layout lends itself particularly well to modern family living, with ample scope for creating distinct sitting, dining and home-working areas. The five bedrooms provide excellent flexibility, with the accommodation equally suited to a growing family, those requiring several home offices or buyers looking for additional guest space or downstairs accommodation for elderly relatives or a family member with disability. The property also benefits from the practical amenities expected of a family home, together with double-glazed windows and oil-fired central heating. Outside, the property benefits from off-road parking, while the surrounding village provides a peaceful rural atmosphere and a strong sense of community. Little Waldingfield Little Waldingfield is an attractive Suffolk village surrounded by the rolling countryside of the Babergh district. The village offers a peaceful rural lifestyle while remaining conveniently positioned for the larger centres of Sudbury, Lavenham and Long Melford. For everyday refreshments and socialising, The Swan in Little Waldingfield is a well-regarded village pub situated on The Street. Further everyday facilities can be found in neighbouring Great Waldingfield, including One Stop for convenience shopping and Great Waldingfield Post Office, both located on Lavenham Road. One Stop Great Waldingfield Post Office The surrounding area also offers a good choice of independent shops, cafés, pubs and specialist businesses, particularly in the historic market towns of Sudbury, Lavenham and Long Melford. Schools The area is well placed for families with children. Great Waldingfield Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is approximately 1.5 miles away, while Acton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is around 1.6 miles from Croft Lea. Lavenham Community Primary School is also within easy reach. For secondary education, nearby options include Thomas Gainsborough School and Ormiston Sudbury Academy, with a number of further educational establishments available within the wider Sudbury and surrounding area. As always, prospective purchasers should make their own enquiries with the relevant education authorities regarding school catchment areas and admissions. Transport and commuting Despite its rural character, Little Waldingfield is conveniently located for access to the surrounding towns and road network. Bus stops are situated close to Croft Lea, with the nearest stops on The Street approximately 160–190 metres away. The village is served by local bus services connecting with Sudbury and neighbouring communities, while additional services are available from nearby Great Waldingfield. The village also has access to the Suffolk Link demand-responsive bus service. Sudbury railway station is approximately 3.7 miles away and provides rail connections towards Marks Tey, where onward connections can be made towards Colchester and London Liverpool Street. Bures station is also accessible, providing an alternative rail option. The property's position also provides convenient road access to Sudbury, Lavenham and Long Melford, with the wider road network offering connections towards Colchester, Bury St Edmunds, Ipswich and the A12. The surrounding area Little Waldingfield enjoys an appealing position within the Suffolk countryside, making it particularly attractive to buyers looking for a balance between village life and accessibility. The historic town of Lavenham, famous for its timber-framed buildings and medieval heritage, is nearby, while Sudbury provides a broader range of shopping, leisure, educational and professional facilities. Long Melford is also within easy reach and is renowned for its attractive village centre, independent businesses, antiques shops, restaurants and historic buildings. For those who enjoy the outdoors, the surrounding countryside provides numerous opportunities for walking and cycling, with a network of quiet country lanes and footpaths linking the villages and hamlets of the area. In summary Croft Lea represents an excellent opportunity to acquire a five-bedroom detached family home in a peaceful and attractive Suffolk village. Offering generous and versatile accommodation, double glazing, oil-fired central heating and off-road parking, the property is ideally suited to families seeking space and flexibility within a rural setting. The combination of village amenities, nearby schools, attractive surrounding countryside and convenient access to Sudbury, Lavenham and the wider road and rail network makes this an appealing location for both families and commuters.

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