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Guide Price£630,000

Worlington Road, Mildenhall, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk, IP28

Land size
1 acres
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
4

Key Features

  • Charming riverside character property
  • Former Lock Keepers Cottage
  • Historic 1850's Build
  • Grounds approaching one acre
  • Private Driveway for 4/5 Cars
  • En-Suite to Main Bedroom
  • Self-contained annexe accommodation
  • Stunning orangery overlooking the gardens
  • Large decked terrace with river views
  • Exceptional waterside setting

Description

Lock Cottage | Worlington Road

Occupying an idyllic riverside setting and extending to almost an acre of beautifully maintained grounds, this charming character cottage offers an exceptional blend of period charm, versatile accommodation and breathtaking waterside views.

Set within mature and private gardens, the property enjoys a truly enviable position with a generous decked terrace overlooking the river, creating the perfect space for relaxing, entertaining and enjoying the ever-changing scenery throughout the seasons.

The accommodation extends to approximately 2,870 sq. ft. and is arranged over two floors. At the heart of the home are a series of characterful reception rooms, including a spacious living room, dining room and games room, complemented by a well-appointed kitchen and breakfast area. An impressive orangery provides a stunning light-filled space from which to appreciate the surrounding gardens and riverside setting, seamlessly connecting indoor and outdoor living.

The first floor offers four bedrooms or three and a dressing room, including a main bedroom suite accompanied by an en-suite bathroom, alongside family bathroom facilities, making the property ideally suited to growing families or those seeking ample guest accommodation.

A particular feature of the property is the self-contained annexe, offering excellent flexibility for multi-generational living, visiting guests, home-working or potential income opportunities, subject to any necessary consents.

Outside, the grounds are a true highlight, approaching an acre in size and incorporating established lawns, mature trees, colourful planting and a variety of peaceful seating areas. A substantial driveway provides extensive off-road parking, while the riverside deck offers an unrivalled vantage point to enjoy the tranquil waterside environment.

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial character residence in a highly sought-after riverside location, combining space, privacy, versatility and outstanding natural beauty.

Auctioneer's Comments:

This property is offered through Modern Method of Auction. Should you view, offer or bid your data will be shared with the Auctioneer, iamsold Limited. This method requires both parties to complete the transaction within 56 days, allowing buyers to proceed with mortgage finance (subject to lending criteria, affordability and survey).

The buyer is required to sign a reservation agreement and make payment of a non-refundable Reservation Fee of 4.5% of the purchase price including VAT, subject to a minimum of £6600.00 including VAT. This fee is paid in addition to purchase price and will be considered as part of the chargeable consideration for the property in the calculation for stamp duty liability. Buyers will be required to complete an identification process with iamsold and provide proof of how the purchase would be funded.

The property has a Buyer Information Pack containing documents about the property. The documents may not tell you everything you need to know, so you must complete your own due diligence before bidding. A sample of the Reservation Agreement and terms and conditions are contained within this pack. The buyer will also make payment of no more than £349 inc. VAT towards the preparation cost of the pack. Please confirm exact costs with the auctioneer.

The estate agent and auctioneer may recommend the services of other providers to you, in which they will be paid for the referral. These services are optional, and you will be advised of any payment, in writing before any services are accepted. Listing is subject to a start price and undisclosed reserve price that can change.

Map Location

Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
E
Date Posted
2026-07-25

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 1,210 Homes with Land listings in East Anglia (1+ acres).

This Property£630,000 / acre
Homes with Land Average (1+ acres) £375,127 / acre
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Energy Performance Certificate

Energy Efficiency Rating

Very energy efficient - lower running costs
CurrentPotential
(92+)A
(81-91)B
(69-80)C
(55-68)D
(39-54)E
(21-38)F
(1-20)G
29 F
74 C

Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)

Running costs are one side. Planning activity, flood history and ground risks for this location are in the full report.

Utilities & Restrictions

Utilities

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Broadband
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Sewerage
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Rights & Restrictions

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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.

Property Features

Accessibility
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Parking
Parking Available
Garden
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Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.

Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

1.8 Gbps

Gigabit full fibre

Suitable for

  • 4K streaming on every screen
  • Full-time home working
  • Online gaming & big downloads

Mobile signal

CallsDataEE Good GoodO2 Good GoodThree Good GoodVodafone Good Good

Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.

Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.

Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.

Nearest Schools

Primary

  • St Mary's Church of England Academy0.7 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    414
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Great Heath Academy1 mileOfsted: Good
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    438
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • The Pines Primary School2 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    240
    Type
    Free schools
  • Beck Row Primary Academy2.1 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    243
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • St Christopher's CEVCP School2.4 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    389
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
    Faith
    Church of England

Secondary

  • Mildenhall College Academy0.9 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,317
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Soham Village College7.1 milesOfsted: Outstanding
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    1,436
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Newmarket Academy7.7 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    797
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Breckland School8.1 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    615
    Type
    Free schools
  • St Benedict's Catholic School10 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    968
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Roman Catholic

Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.

Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.

Amenities

Supermarket

Morrisons Daily Mildenhall Market Place, Mildenhall, Suffolk538 metres
Heron Mildenhall, Mildenhall, Suffolk612 metres
Sainsburys Mildenhall, Mildenhall, Suffolk618 metres

GP surgery

Market Cross Surgery560 metres

Pharmacy

Market Cross Pharmacy558 metres

Hospital

Newmarket Community Hospital7.6 miles

Green space

Playing Field47 metres

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

The area stacks up? Now check the location itself: planning nearby, protected designations and past flooding.

Getting Around

Nearest station

Kennett Rail Station4.3 miles

Nearest bus stop

Bridge Farm Close32 metres

Typical drive times

Soham16 min · 8.4 miles
Brandon18 min · 13 miles
Newmarket13 min · 8.7 miles
Ely (city)25 min · 15 miles
Mildenhall1 min · 0.5 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.

Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.

Flood Risk

From Environment Agency flood map open data, checked around the advertised map pin and allowing for the listed acreage where known. This summary comes from LandSale, the advertising platform, not from the listing agent, and is not part of the agent's particulars. Risk can vary across a single holding, so verify anything critical through your own searches before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Flood Zone 1Lower risk

Surface water

Outside the mapped risk bandsVery low risk

The detail behind these bandings

The full report pinpoints where this location sits on the flood maps, and runs the deeper checks that usually only surface after an offer.

  • Exact flood zones & annual chances (included in the full report)
  • Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
  • Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
  • Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
  • Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
  • Ground risks (included in the full report)
  • Sold prices nearby (included in the full report)

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39-41 King Street, Mildenhall, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP28 7EZ

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