A Grade II listed cottage in the centre of Lavenham is for sale at a guide price of £475,000.
Toll Cottage is believed to have been built in the 16th century and occupies a prominent position in Lavenham's historic Market Place.
The property was originally a toll house, where market tolls would have been collected from traders. Market toll houses were common in both Lavenham and Bury St Edmunds.
More recently, the property has served as an estate agent and is currently a bric-a-brac shop.
Katy Stephenson, of selling agent Savills, said: “Steeped in history and full of character with a wealth of original features, this has to be one of the most iconic buildings in Lavenham.
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“Change of use permission would be required should the new owners wish to use it for residential purposes, but the property has been extensively and sympathetically renovated and now includes all the modern conveniences you would expect.”
Toll Cottage is constructed of a timber frame and plastered under a peg tiled roof.
Ground-floor accommodation includes a well-proportioned reception room with an original brick floor, exposed timbers and brick fireplace, offering views over the marketplace.
The dual-aspect kitchen/breakfast room is a light and airy space, featuring a new energy-efficient electric stove fitted with two large ovens, cast iron hot and simmer plates and an integral grill.
The kitchen is also fitted with a range of base units and shelves.
Upstairs, the spacious master bedroom has a vaulted ceiling, wide floorboards, a cast iron fireplace and fitted cupboard.
The landing is a good size and could be used as a second bedroom or seating area, said Savills.
Completing the first floor is a bathroom, situated off the landing.
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Outside, the cottage benefits from a courtyard which could be used as a small seating area and is also a good storage space.
Lavenham is considered to be one of England's most prominent medieval wool towns.
The village boasts a number of historic buildings, along with several shops, galleries, pubs, tearooms and other amenities.
For more information, contact Savills.
PROPERTY FACTS
Toll Cottage, Lavenham
Guide price: £475,000
Savills, 01473 234800
savills.co.uk
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