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Great Cornard, Sudbury, Suffolk

East of England

£1,500,000

Listed on 05/09/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
5
Type
Detached
Area
3100 sqft

Description

Nestled in the well-served village of Great Cornard, this spacious detached house offers an abundance of living space and potential for further development. The ground floor features a grand entrance hall with a galleried landing, leading to a bright dual-aspect sitting room with sliding doors that open onto a terrace, perfect for entertaining. A cozy TV room/snug also provides access to the garden, while a well-sized study offers a quiet workspace. The island kitchen/breakfast room is well-equipped with solid wood work surfaces and ample storage, complemented by a dining room and utility/boot room that also connects to the garden. On the first floor, the galleried landing grants access to four bedrooms, including a principal suite with an en-suite bathroom and views over the rear garden. Additional bedrooms include another en-suite room, two double rooms, and a single bedroom, alongside a family bathroom featuring an enamel roll-top bath. Outside, the property boasts a generous gravel driveway providing off-road parking for multiple vehicles, leading to a double carport and detached garage. The rear garden offers a stone-paved terrace and expansive lawn surrounded by mature trees, ensuring privacy. Notably, outline planning permission has been granted for the construction of four detached single-storey dwellings in the rear garden, presenting a unique investment opportunity. This property combines comfortable living with significant potential for development, making it an attractive prospect for discerning buyers.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

An internal assessment of the opportunity to acquire, improve and create value.

28out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity

Confidence: LOW

This spacious and well-lit detached house in Great Cornard presents a unique opportunity for buyers seeking a project with potential for development. While the asking price of £1,500,000 is notably above the local average of £326/sqf at £484/sqf, the property features generous living spaces, good natural light, and a well-presented kitchen/breakfast room that could benefit from some cosmetic updates. The dual aspect sitting room and separate snug provide ample room for relaxation, while the galleried landing leads to four well-proportioned bedrooms, including two en-suites.

Despite the higher asking price compared to local market trends, the home's solid fundamentals and attractive location—close to amenities in Sudbury and other nearby market towns—offer a solid foundation for future value enhancement. The exterior and garden are well-maintained, adding to the overall appeal, making this a worthwhile consideration for those looking to invest in a property with room to grow.

Key opportunities

  • Spacious living areas with good natural light
  • Potential for development given the size and layout
  • Well-presented kitchen/breakfast room ready for cosmetic updates

Key risks

None recorded.

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Great Cornard, Sudbury, Suffolk
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£5,667
Based on a loan of £1,125,000 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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