THIS UNIQUE CONVERSION CONJURES MANHATTAN-STYLE LOFT LIVING WITH TOWN CENTRE SECLUSION & OFF-STREET PARKING

A remarkable apartment occupying a desirable town centre position having undergone a skilled and extensive remodelling by the landlord in 2019 that is reminiscent of warehouse conversions inspired by downtown New York and London Shad Thames to create a cool, contemporary home of today. Of particular note is the spacious bedroom accommodation with fitted wardrobes and en-suite shower rooms; magnificent open-plan vaulted living space, engineering dramatic areas of volume and awash with natural light; stylish bespoke handcrafted kitchen with full range of appliances including a four door American fridge/freezer and useful large separate utility / laundry room. There is attention to detail throughout having been thoroughly refurbished and with the tenants’ optimum use in mind.

A smart private residence lobby with exposed red brickwork and secure audio entry phone systems. There is also an allocated parking space that comes with the apartment (additional parking available on request) and a bicycle lock-up rack. The award-winning ancient Abbey Gardens are a short walk away.

LOCATION:

The Warehouse is conveniently located within easy walking distance of the historic Cathedral town of Bury St. Edmunds and provides excellent A14 access from Southgate Street. The bars, restaurants and boutique shopping are all nearby. Refer to our Situation page to discover more about Suffolk.

FULL DETAILS:

The Warehouse is an architectural curiosity, formerly the site of St. Botolph’s Chapel as recorded in Warren’s maps of Bury in 1747 and then a school in the C19th of which the bell tower remains in situ. In more recent years, an architect’s offices occupied the commercial premises prior to its conversion and remodelling to a high standard residential complex. The versatile, well-appointed and fantastically arranged accommodation measures approximately 1137 ft2 (105.6 m2) that will suit a broad range of tenants, whether visiting USAF or professional tenants – all who seek the ultimate in loft living, close to the town centre and with off-street parking.

Communal Entrance Hall Lobby - Part glazed door, via a secure audio entry phone / key pad system, provides access to and from St. Botolph’s Lane and a private residents’ car parking area opposite with designated spaces. A welcoming residents’ lobby area with exposed attractive red brickwork and sensor enabled lighting. Stairs rising to first floor.

Magnificent Vaulted Open-Plan Kitchen / Dining / L - This impressive open-plan living space is awash with natural light from two large south-facing double glazed sash windows fitted with refined roman blinds and two electrically operated roof lights that accentuate the lofty vaulted appeal. The cleverly designed kitchen space is extensively fitted with handcrafted bespoke base units in Railings by Farrow & Ball beneath a solid oak worktop with stainless steel sink inset and mixer tap accented by LED task lighting. Soft closing storage systems with pull drawers and fitted recycling bins. There are many high-quality integrated appliances including a WHIRLPOOL four door stainless steel American fridge/freezer, INDESIT full-size dishwasher, BOSCH oven & grill, BOSCH four ring hob with stainless steel splash back and SMEG ceiling extractor.

The kitchen and entrance way is subdivided with a mix of engineered oak flooring and carpet to the living area. TV point. Intercom entry phone receiver. Three-way zone lighting of wall lights, spotlights and up lights set the scene. Radiators.

Utility Room - The additional asset of a large separate utility room. Fitted with solid oak task countertop with a host of power points and space and plumbing below for a washing machine and condenser dryer. Wall-mounted combi boiler. Coat hooks and shelf, Extractor fan. Recessed LED ceiling lights. Engineered oak flooring.

Bedroom One - A spacious bedroom with a large double glazed sash window fitted with a fabric Roman blind with south-facing views to the front aspect. Triple door wardrobe storage fitted with an array of hanging rails. A pair of USB enabled bedside power points. Recessed LED lighting. Radiator. Door to:

En-Suite Shower Room - This luxuriously appointed en-suite shower room with subway tiles and sanitary ware by RAK comprises low level dual flush wc, pedestal wash basin with mixer tap and shower with fixed rain shower and separate detachable shower hose. Shaver point. Extractor fan. Heated towel rail. Mirror and wall-mounted vanity unit. Recessed LED lighting. Porcelain wood effect floor tiles.

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Bedroom Two - Large south-facing double glazed sash window fitted with a fabric Roman blind that frames rooftop views to the front aspect. A pair of USB enabled bedside power points. Recessed LED lighting. Radiator.

Walk-In Closet - Double doors with sensor enabled lighting and hanging rail.

En-Suite Shower Room - A further luxuriously appointed en-suite shower room with frosted sash window to rear aspect, subway tiles and sanitary ware by RAK comprises low level dual flush wc, pedestal wash basin with mixer tap and walk-in double shower tray with fixed rain shower and separate detachable shower hose. Shaver point. Extractor fan. Heated towel rail. Mirror, Recessed LED lighting. Porcelain wood effect floor tiles.

GENERAL INFORMATION:

TENURE
The property is offered to rent and is available now.

SERVICES
Mains water, sewage and electricity. Gas-fired central heating. AGENT’S NOTE: none of these services have been tested.

LOCAL AUTHORITY
West Suffolk Council.
Band D – £1,916.01 (2022/2023). NB Charge exempt for visiting USAF.

VIEWING ARRANGEMENTS
Strictly by prior appointment through the landlord’s agent: Whatley Lane. If there is anything of particular importance, please contact us to discuss, especially before embarking upon your journey to view the property.

DIRECTIONS (IP33 2BE):
From London / Cambridge leave the M11 at junction 9 and take the A11 towards Newmarket. Continue on the A14 towards Bury St. Edmunds. Exit the A14 at Junction 44, signposted 'Bury St. Edmunds East‘ and follow the ‘Town Centre/A134 Sudbury’ signposts. Passing the BP Garage and Bury Rugby Club on your right, take the third exit at the roundabout into Southgate Street. Then after approximately 200 metres turn right into St. Botolph’s Lane where the entrance to the private residents’ car park can be found on the right hand side.

From RAF Lakenheath / Mildenhall either follow the A1101 all the way directly into Northgate Street, passing through the town centre into Southgate Street, or go southbound on the A11 connecting to the A14 at junction 38 heading towards Bury St. Edmunds until exiting at Junction 44 (continue as above).

From the town centre (on foot) leave the Market Square, proceed in a southerly direction along Southgate Street where St. Botolph’s Lane will be found on the left hand side as you ascend the hill.