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.
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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).
Energy Performance Certificate
Energy Efficiency Rating
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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- Water
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- Heating
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- Broadband
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- Sewerage
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Rights & Restrictions
- Public Rights of Way
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- Private Rights of Way
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- Listed Property
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- 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
- Garden
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
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
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
Green space
Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.
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Getting Around
Nearest station
Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
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
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Rivers and the sea
Surface water
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- 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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