***GUIDE PRICE £450,000-£475,000*** This thoughtfully designed four-bedroom house on Skylark Way pairs the clarity of modern construction with thoughtfully executed interiors. Clean architectural lines are softened by a restrained material palette - timber, muted greens and warm neutrals - resulting in a home that feels both contemporary and quietly characterful. The flow of spaces has been sensitively considered, with open-plan living at its heart and more intimate, tailored rooms arranged around it.

The Property

You enter into a bright hallway where pale herringbone flooring runs underfoot, setting the tone for the material consistency found throughout. Discreet doors conceal generous storage and utility area, with space for washing machine and tumble dryer, while sightlines extend through to the main living spaces beyond.

To the rear, the house opens into a wide, open-plan kitchen and dining room. Cabinetry is finished in a soft grey tone, paired with light worktops and black hardware for contrast. A large central dining table anchors the space, positioned to take advantage of the natural light pouring in through glazed doors that open directly onto the garden. The kitchen is both functional and sociable, arranged in an L-shape with integrated appliances and ample work surfaces.

A separate reception room has been conceived as a more immersive retreat. Here, an entire wall of bespoke joinery incorporates a media unit, shelving and a neatly integrated desk space. Books are arranged in a spectrum of colour across the shelves, bringing a subtle vibrancy to the otherwise calm palette. Deep sofas and soft carpeting lend the room a cocooning quality.

Upstairs, the principal bedroom is particularly striking. A custom headboard wall of vertical timber slats is set against a rich green backdrop, with integrated lighting adding depth and warmth. This room is served by an en-suite bathroom, finished in a clean, contemporary style.

Additional bedrooms are well-proportioned and flexible in use. One boasts dark herringbone style flooring, while another introduces a playful note with a bold, cosmic mural spanning an entire wall, both have ample storage space. A family bathroom completes the first floor, with both a bath and separate shower, finished in soft neutral tiling.

The Outside

To the rear, the garden is accessed directly from the kitchen and dining space, reinforcing the connection between inside and out. It has been designed for ease of maintenance, with a combination of patio and gravel areas providing space for dining and seating. Timber fencing encloses the garden, offering a sense of privacy.

The frontage is attractive and understated, with a clean, contemporary feel. There is off-street parking, neatly incorporated into the front of the house

The Area

Long Melford is widely regarded as one of Suffolk’s most desirable villages, known for its long, historic high street lined with independent shops, cafés and antique dealers. The surrounding countryside is quintessentially East Anglian - rolling fields, ancient woodland and meandering footpaths-offering a slower, more pastoral rhythm of life.

Sudbury, a short drive away, provides rail connections into London Liverpool Street via Marks Tey, making the area a viable option for those seeking a balance between rural living and city access. The region is also well served by a number of well-regarded schools, both state and independent.

Culturally, the area is rich, with nearby Lavenham and Dedham Vale offering further architectural and landscape interest, while the Suffolk coast lies within easy reach for weekend excursions.

Further Information

Tenure - Freehold

Council Tax - Babergh Band E

Construction - Brick

Mains Gas, Sewerage, Electricity and Water

Sellers position - needs to secure onward purchase

Mobile

EE Good outdoor

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02 Good outdoor

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3 Good outdoor

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Vodafone Good outdoor

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Broadband Coverage

The table shows the predicted broadband services in your area.

Broadband type Highest available download speed Highest available upload speed Availability

Standard 4 Mbps 0.6 Mbps Good

Superfast 66 Mbps 15 Mbps Good

Ultrafast 1800 Mbps 220 Mbps Good

Networks in your area - Openreach