Sheepcote Place, Stowupland, Stowmarket, IP14
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 3
Key Features
- NO ONWARD CHAIN
- FOUR DOUBLE BEDROOMS & THREE BATHROOMS
- PRIMARY BEDROOM WITH EN-SUITE & GARDEN VIEWS
- SOUTH-FACING GARDEN WITH DECKING, PERGOLA & NATURAL POND
- KOI FISH & FOUNTAIN PUMP SYSTEM WITH LIGHT FEATURES
- UNDERFLOOR HEATING THROUGHOUT GROUND FLOOR
- RANGEMASTER COOKER & GRANITE WORKTOPS
- EXPOSED TIMBER BEAMS & CHARACTER FEATURES
- THREE OFF-ROAD PARKING SPACES
- EXTERIOR PAINTED FIVE YEARS AGO
Description
This STUNNING FOUR-BEDROOM BARN CONVERSION offers a perfect blend of CHARACTER and MODERN COMFORT, set in the sought-after village of Stowupland. With NO ONWARD CHAIN, this beautifully maintained home combines EXPOSED BEAMS, UNDERFLOOR HEATING THROUGHOUT THE GROUND FLOOR, and generous living spaces that open onto a SOUTH-FACING GARDEN. The heart of the home is the IMPRESSIVE KITCHEN/DINING ROOM, complete with a RANGEMASTER COOKER, GRANITE WORKTOPS, central island, and space for family dining and entertaining. A spacious LIVING ROOM with BI-FOLD DOORS that have INSET FITTED BLINDS and overlooks the garden and pond, while a separate OFFICE provides the perfect work-from-home setup. Upstairs, there are FOUR DOUBLE BEDROOMS and THREE BATHROOMS. The PRIMARY BEDROOM enjoys stunning garden views, BUILT-IN WARDROBES, and a CONTEMPORARY EN-SUITE. The additional bedrooms are light and airy, with the main bathroom and extra shower room both updated within the last four years. Outside, the SOUTH-FACING GARDEN features DECKING, PATIO AND LAWN AREAS, a NATURAL POND with KOI FISH, PERGOLA, GRAPE VINE, and a LARGE SHED/STORE built six years ago. The property also benefits from THREE OFF-ROAD PARKING SPACES, a LOG STORE, WATER SOFTENER, and OUTSIDE WATERPROOF SOCKETS. This home offers timeless charm, modern practicality, and a truly peaceful village setting.
Hallway
Bright and welcoming with tiled flooring, underfloor heating, exposed beams, inset spotlights and access to both receptions rooms.
Living Room
A generous and inviting living space with solid oak wood flooring, exposed beams, and bi-fold doors with fitted internal blinds opening onto the rear garden terrace. This room benefits from a contemporary wood-burning stove providing a cosy feel but remaining an ample spaced room for relaxing or entertaining.
Office/Family Room
A versatile room offering flexibility for home working, playroom use, or hobby space. Exposed brick and beams. Benefitting from a UPVC double glazed Velux window above and a UPVC double glazed window overlooking the rear garden. Solid oak wood flooring with underfloor heating.
Kitchen/Dining Room
The heart of the home, beautifully appointed with an extensive range of solid wood cabinetry, granite worktops, Rangemaster cooker with stainless steel splashback, inset Butler sink, and a central island with breakfast seating. Ideal space for entertaining and ample room for a large dining table and seating area additionally to the central island. Double aspect UPVC double glazed windows frame views to the private garden, complimented by tiled flooring with underfloor heating. A mix of inset spotlights and pendant light fixtures illuminate this stunning feature room of the property.
Utility Room
Practical and stylish with matching cabinetry, integrated sink with tiled splashback, space for multiple appliances including a washing machine and tumble dryer, a water softener, a UPVC double glazed Velux window allowing for lots of natural light to seep through, tiled flooring with underfloor heating. Part-tiled walls.
The boiler is discreetly housed within this room.
Ground Floor WC
Modern cloakroom with wash basin and WC. Tiled flooring with underfloor heating. Exposed beams. Brick-style feature wall. Extractor fan.
Primary Bedroom
A superb primary suite with floor-to-ceiling UPVC double glazed windows overlooking the pond and rear garden, double fitted blinds with privacy and blackout blinds, floor to ceiling built-in wardrobes, and access to a CONTEMPORARY EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM. Exposed beams. Peaceful and light-filled, designed for comfort and privacy. Fitted carpet.
En-suite
A three piece suite including an enclosed corner shower cubicle with rain shower attachment, vanity wash basin and WC. Floor to ceiling tiling, tiled flooring, exposed beams and a UPVC double glazed Velux window to the side aspect of the property. This room has been updated within recent years to a high specification.
Bedroom Two
Generous double with ample space for freestanding wardrobes/storage units. Soft neutral décor, exposed beams and a UPVC double glazed Velux window with fitted blackout blinds creates a relaxing feel for family or guest space. Fitted carpet. Radiator.
Bedroom Three
A deceptively spacious double bedroom with exposed beams and vaulted ceiling. A UPVC double glazed Velux window to the side aspect of the property allowing for lots of natural light to enter the room. Fitted carpet. Radiator.
Bedroom Four
A bright double bedroom with characterful beams and a UPVC double glazed Velux window to the side aspect, ideal as a guest room or home office. Fitted carpet. Radiator.
Family Bathroom
A four-piece suite that has been stylishly updated with a freestanding roll-top bath, enclosed corner shower cubicle with featured tiling from floor to ceiling, wash basin and WC. There is a tiled feature wall, and a UPVC double glazed Velux window providing natural light. Exposed beams, tiled flooring and heated towel rail. This room serves the additional bedrooms with a calm and contemporary feel.
Outside
Front;
The property benefits from three off-road parking spaces, ensuring convenience for family and guests.
Rear;
The exterior of this home is as impressive as its interior, offering a beautifully designed south-facing garden that captures sunlight throughout the day. Thoughtfully landscaped to create distinct areas for relaxation, entertaining, and nature, it features decking, patio and lawn areas that flow seamlessly from the main living spaces, ideal for al fresco dining or summer gatherings.
A striking feature is the natural pond, complete with Koi fish and a fountain pump, bringing a peaceful atmosphere to the garden and a stunning focal point when viewed from the home’s rear elevation. A pergola draped with a mature grape vine provides a shaded retreat, while the surrounding planting and borders offer both privacy and colour year-round.
Practical additions enhance the usability of the garden, including outside waterproof sockets, a ...
Location
Situated in the heart of Stowupland, this exceptional home enjoys a perfect balance of village charm and convenient access. Stowupland is a thriving Suffolk village known for its welcoming community, excellent local amenities, and proximity to Stowmarket, just a few minutes away. The area offers a range of independent shops, traditional pubs, and highly regarded schools — including Stowupland High School — all within easy reach.
For commuters, Stowmarket train station provides direct services to London Liverpool Street in around 90 minutes, while the A14 and A140 give excellent road links to Ipswich, Bury St Edmunds, and Norwich. Surrounded by open countryside and walking routes, the location perfectly combines rural tranquillity with modern convenience.
Important information
Tenure – Freehold.
Services – we understand that mains gas, electricity, water and drainage are
connected to the property.
Council tax band - D
EPC rating - C
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Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- D
- Date Posted
- 2026-01-29
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
- Electricity
- Mains
- Water
- Mains
- Heating
- Gas Central Heating
- Broadband
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- Sewerage
- Mains
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
- Driveway
- 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
5 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
- Cedars Park Community Primary School599 metresOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 389
- Type
- Academy converter
- Combs Ford Primary School0.9 milesOfsted: Requires improvement *
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 299
- Type
- Academy converter
- Trinity Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School1 mileNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 177
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Freeman Community Primary School1.1 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 197
- Type
- Academy converter
- Abbot's Hall Community Primary School1.2 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 366
- Type
- Academy converter
Secondary
- Stowupland High School0.9 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 846
- Type
- Academy converter
- Stowmarket High School1.6 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 901
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Debenham High School7 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 714
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- Claydon High School7 milesOfsted report card · Dec 2025
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 765
- Type
- Academy converter
- Ormiston Endeavour Academy8.7 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 793
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.
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
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Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
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Flood Risk
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Rivers and the sea
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- 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)
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