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Tranquil scene of a pond reflecting bare trees under a clear blue sky. The trees, with hints of brown foliage, line the water's edge, creating a serene and natural landscape.
A tranquil pond reflects the surrounding leafless trees under a blue sky. Tall brown grasses frame the scene, with a sunlit field visible beyond the trees.
Scenic view of a calm pond surrounded by bare trees with golden brown leaves under a clear blue sky. The water reflects the trees and sky. The foreground features the trunks of two trees framing the scene.
A quaint brick house with a gabled roof nestled in a rural setting, viewed through blossoming branches. The foreground features out-of-focus flowers, and the scene includes other houses, trees, and a blue sky, creating a serene atmosphere.
A brick house with a multi-gabled roof, large glass doors, and windows. The house features a wooden deck with outdoor furniture. In the foreground, there's a lawn and a leafless tree under a clear blue sky.
Tall grass sways in the foreground near a calm river, with brown water reflecting the light. Bare trees line the opposite bank, and a hint of green grass is visible beyond the trees under a clear sky.
A quaint red-brick house with a steep, shingled roof is nestled among bare trees on a sunny day. The foreground features a grassy lawn and a couple of large tree trunks, and there are people on the patio outside the house.
A cozy red-brick house with a steep gray roof and multiple windows sits in a sunlit yard. Leafless trees surround the property on a clear day. A fenced area and outbuilding are visible in the background.
A charming country house with a slate roof stands surrounded by bare trees and a grassy field under a clear sky. A wooden fence encloses the property, and a small outbuilding is nearby. Sparse clouds dot the blue sky.
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A peaceful woodland scene with scattered leaves covering the ground. Bare trees arch over a grassy path, and a wooden bench sits in the background. Sunlight filters through the branches, creating a warm, serene atmosphere.
A serene autumn landscape featuring leafless trees by a small pond. The grass is a mix of green and brown leaves, with sunlight casting soft shadows. The sky is clear, creating a peaceful, reflective atmosphere.
A red brick house with large windows and a gabled roof, surrounded by a spacious wooden deck. There are outdoor chairs and tables on the deck, and a grassy lawn with bare trees in the background, under a clear blue sky.
Two green chairs and a small table on a stone patio overlook a scenic landscape with leafless trees and a clear blue sky. A few potted plants line the patio edge, adding a touch of greenery to the peaceful setting.
Two wooden chairs and a small table sit on a patio overlooking a peaceful countryside. Leafless trees and a field stretch into the distance under a clear blue sky, creating a serene, rural scene.
Two wooden chairs on a stone patio overlook a scenic landscape with sparse trees under a clear blue sky. Near the chairs, potted plants add a touch of greenery to the serene outdoor setting.
A kitchen sink with a wooden countertop, a silver faucet, and two soap dispensers. Potted cacti and decorative figurines are displayed on the windowsill, with sunlight streaming in from a large window. A small vase with flowers sits on the counter.
A modern kitchen with wooden countertops, white cabinets, and a tiled backsplash. It features a stainless steel range hood, microwave, toaster, and a coffee maker. A bowl of bananas and potted plants are on the counter near a window.
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A bright kitchen with wooden floors, white cabinets, and stainless steel appliances. A large window above the sink lets in natural light. A fruit bowl is on the island, and a microwave and kettle sit on the countertop.
Spacious, sunlit dining area connected to a living room and a kitchen with wooden floors and furniture. Large windows offer a view of the outdoors. A bouquet of flowers and a fruit platter are on the kitchen counter.
Spacious kitchen with wooden countertops. A large island features flowers and cooking items. The room is brightened by a window and glass doors leading to an outdoor patio. Light-colored cabinets and stainless steel appliances line the walls.
A bright kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel range hood, and wooden countertops. There are various kitchen appliances and decor items on the counters. A window lets in natural light, and a bouquet of flowers sits on an island.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry and stainless steel appliances, including a range hood. A wooden dining table with beige chairs is in the foreground. Three gray barstools line the kitchen island. Large windows let in natural light.
Modern open-plan living area with hardwood floors, featuring a dining table with beige chairs on the left and a cozy sitting area with plush armchairs on the right. A glass block wall accentuates the light-filled space, leading to another living room.
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Cozy living room with large windows displaying a scenic view of a field and trees under a clear sky. The room features comfortable sofas, a small wooden table, and a few plants, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.
A cozy living room features a wood-burning stove set within a brick fireplace against a green wall. A wooden beam tops the fireplace. To the left, a wooden door opens to a dining area with a table and white chairs. Tan carpet covers the floor.
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A small, cozy bedroom with a single bed adorned with a colorful children's duvet. The room has light blue walls, a radiator beneath a window with natural light, and a small cushioned ottoman nearby. Wall decor features stars and the phrase
A cozy bedroom with a double bed featuring a patterned duvet, positioned under a slanted ceiling. A window lets natural light in, and there's a small dresser with a mirror on the left. The door is partially open, revealing a light carpeted floor.
View through a triangular window shows a serene landscape with grassy fields bordered by bare trees under a clear sky, suggesting a late autumn or early winter setting.
A scenic view of a rural landscape from an attic window. A grassy field stretches toward a row of trees near a pond, with clear skies above. A fence and chimney cap are visible in the foreground.
A cozy bedroom with neutral tones features a double bed with a checkered duvet, a white crib nearby, a small nightstand with a lamp, and a closet with closed doors. The room has soft carpet and gentle lighting from the ceiling fixture.
Bright bedroom with a double bed, wooden dresser, and matching bedside table. A vase with flowers is on the dresser. A framed photo hangs on the wall. The room has beige carpet and light walls, and a window letting in natural light.
A bright bedroom with light-colored walls features a wooden bed, dresser, and bedside table. A framed picture hangs on the wall, and a vase with flowers sits on the dresser. The room has a closed wooden door and a white closet door.
Modern bathroom with a white tub against a textured wooden wall. Above the tub, a green potted plant sits on a shelf. Two small wall-mounted lights illuminate the area, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.
A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower on the left, a white toilet in the center, and a white sink on the right. The walls are tiled in white and wood-like textures. A small plant and toiletries decorate the space.
Modern bathroom featuring a white freestanding bathtub with a wood-paneled accent wall. A yellow vase with green plants sits on the ledge. Wall-mounted lights above the tub and a stainless steel towel rack to the right.
Modern bathroom with a white sink and bathtub. The walls feature light wood-paneling, and two small lights are mounted on the wall. A green plant in a yellow pot sits on a shelf, adding a touch of color and freshness to the space.
A red brick house stands beside a railroad crossing. The area is surrounded by leafless trees and a clear blue sky. The crossing features barriers, tracks, and a warning sign. The scene is lit by bright sunlight.
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A charming red brick house with a dark gray roof. It features multiple windows and a glass door. The house is surrounded by a well-maintained garden with bushes and trees, set against a clear blue sky.
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Marsh Lane, Worlingham, Beccles, NR34 7PF

Four Bedroom, Detached Cottage.           Offers Over £675,000

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Marsh Lane, Worlingham, Beccles, NR34 7PF

Four Bedroom, Detached Cottage.Offers Over £675,000

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Description

Before we begin, let’s just make it clear that there are literally no words to describe the wonderment and serenity Crossing Cottage brings, from the wide array of wildlife to the uninterrupted landscape views over your private Lake and marshland beyond, it is nothing short of captivating.
Surrounded on three sides by the Suffolk Wildlife Trust providing a protective cloak for your views and its wild inhabitants, this is a home where the world literally stops the moment you arrive. Resting on the cusp of a five-acre plot (sts) this charming Railway cottage has been completely re-imaged for modern life, where careful thought and consideration to the layout has invited those enviable views into the cottage from almost every angle.
The kitchen is clearly the heart of this home, where space for the whole family whilst opening up those beautiful views were top of the agenda when it came to the design specification. Complete with a sociable island, there is room to spread out in the kitchen with room for a generous dining table and sofas so your day to day living here is effortlessly comfortable whilst the wide array of windows and doors out to the large dining terrace, merge inside to outside seamlessly. Through the double doors, the sitting room is equally a good size room, where the log-burning stove sets the scene for a more intimate and cosy evening in. For a degree of versatility within the footprint, an additional reception room can be found next to the ground floor shower room, ideal as a work from home study or a ground floor fourth bedroom should you need it.
Upstairs, three good size bedrooms all lead from the landing in addition to the recently re-modelled bath and shower suite. An aspect of un-tapped potential is the huge attic space which is access through the cupboard in bedroom two which subject to the relevant permissions could be converted to an impressive Principal suite.

Key Features

  • A stunning cottage on the cusp of a five acre plot (sts)
  • A home with your own private lake
  • A beautifully rural home yet only a few minutes drive into Beccles
  • Sociable open plan kitchen-dining room with stunning views
  • Wonderfully secluded where the local wildlife are your nearest neighbours
  • Oil fired central heating and double glazed throughout
  • Private sewage system and private water supply
  • Three to four bedrooms, bathroom and shower room
  • Detached garage and driveway
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Outside...

Arriving to the Cottage, you cross the railway track via manual gates either by car or by foot. The trains pass by twice an hour throughout the day only, ordinarily a two carriage Diesel Electric Hybrid train running on a continuous track, so in other words very quiet with no ‘clickity clack’!! The grounds stretch out to the Southerly aspect, stretching across the lake where a wonderous woodland footpath lies in wait for you to explore. Majestic marsh views lay as far as the eye can see, where the widest variety of nature can be witnessed, from the paired Swans and Geese to the comedic Pheasants and other huge variations of small birds, hours can be spent just hypnotised by the sheer natural beauty of what you may have the privilege to call home. Crossing Cottage is truly a one in a million home.

What The Owners Say...

I can remember the first day we saw the house. We pulled up at the railway line and looked at each other thinking “why are we here?”
It wasn’t long before we realised.
The world changes when you cross through the gates.
The house itself was very dark in those days before we modernised and extended it so we had to look beyond that, which was easy because what you could see outside the windows was simply beautiful looking peaceful and just nature at its best.
When we went outside and walked through to the wood we were already sold. So quiet. The birds, wildlife and the sheer tranquility of it was truly a surprise. There was the sight of some sails which looked like they were going through a field but were actually on the river Waveney, just a short walk down the lane.
In the 16 years we have been here it has only got better, new railway gates changed from the old white ones to much lighter farm gate type and now with the Suffolk Wildlife Trust becoming our neighbour on 3 sides the future of the marshes is secure.
When here you feel like you are in a different place and away from the busy world, but in reality, you are only a few minutes away. We always look at the place like Narnia and the railway gates as the wardrobe, it is truly a different world, that is exactly how we felt on the first day we saw it all those years ago and it has never changed.

5 Marsh Ln

5 Marsh Ln, Worlingham, Beccles NR34 7PE, UK

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While we endeavour to maintain accurate photographs, floor plans, and descriptions, these are intended as a guide and purchasers must satisfy themselves by personal inspection. Fixtures and fittings are to be agreed with the seller. Total floorplan measurements have been rounded for ease and distances are also provided as an approximate. The services, systems and appliances listed within our specifications have not been tested by us and therefore provide no guarantee to their operating ability or efficiency.