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23A New Market
Beccles
Suffolk
NR34 9HD
Wellington Esplanade, Lowestoft
Guide Price £500,000
4 Bedroom House - Terraced
- Immaculate Four Bedroom Victorian Terrace
- £500,000-£550,000 Guide Price
- No Onward Chain
- Private Parking for Three Cars
- South Facing Rear Garden & Sea Views to Front
- Highly Sought After Area
- High Ceilings & Period Style Charm Throughout
The property is ideally situated in a prestigious coastal location in Pakefield, renowned for its scenic coastline, sandy beaches, and charming promenade. Residents can enjoy easy access to local shops, cafés, restaurants, and amenities, while still benefiting from the peaceful setting of a historic Grade II listed terrace. Pakefield offers excellent transport links to nearby towns and the city, making it convenient for commuting or exploring the surrounding Suffolk coast. Wellington Gardens, located directly opposite the terrace and maintained by the council, provides a beautifully landscaped communal green space, enhancing the sense of community and charm. With its combination of coastal beauty, historic character, and local conveniences, the location makes this property a highly desirable principal residence or holiday retreat.
DESCRIPTION
Wellington Esplanade is a superb 4-bedroom Victorian terraced house which has been restored to an impeccable standard and brimming with period charm. Arranged over four storeys, the accommodation includes an elegant double reception room with high ceilings, oak flooring, bay window, original shutters, working fireplaces and garden/sea views; a characterful kitchen with terracotta tiled floor, space for a Esse electric Aga-style range, island unit and French doors to a breakfast terrace; a utility room, cloakroom, pantry, and storeroom; two bathrooms (one en-suite with contemporary oval bath, double basins and separate shower), an additional shower room, and four spacious double bedrooms, two with spectacular elevated sea views and one with a recessed library nook. The property benefits from new double-glazed sash windows, zoned heating, and beautifully finished interiors throughout. Outside, a front patio dining area and a landscaped south-facing terraced garden with lawn, raised beds, and garden shed lead directly to private parking for three cars and a bike store. Built in 1852–53 to the designs of JL Clemence for Sir Samuel Morton Peto, the Grade II listed terrace enjoys shared ownership of Wellington Gardens opposite, maintained by the council. Offered freehold and with no onward chain, this exceptional coastal home would make an outstanding family residence or luxurious holiday retreat
LIVING AREAS
The living spaces have been thoughtfully restored to highlight the home’s Victorian elegance while ensuring modern comfort. At raised ground floor level, the generous double reception room boasts soaring ceilings, oak flooring, and original period features. The sitting area enjoys breathtaking views across Wellington Gardens and the sea beyond, framed by a bay window with working shutters and centred around a charming fireplace. Double doors open through to the dining room, which overlooks the south-facing garden and features a marble hearth with working gas fire, creating a perfect setting for both entertaining and family life.
KITCHEN
The kitchen is full of character and charm, blending vintage style with practical modern fittings. With original terracotta and black tiled flooring, this inviting area has space for an Esse electric Aga-style range with induction hob, a central island unit with raised enamel sink and integrated dishwasher, and a useful pantry cupboard. French doors open onto a sheltered patio terrace, perfect for relaxed breakfast dining or summer entertaining. Adjoining the kitchen, the utility room provides excellent additional workspace and storage, with a range of base units, a sink, and space for laundry appliances. It houses the gas-fired combination boiler, pressured water cylinder, thermostats controlling zoned heating across three levels, and an airing cupboard with radiator, while a door from the utility room gives direct access to the rear garden, combining practicality with seamless indoor-outdoor flow.
BEDROOMS
The property comprises four beautifully presented double bedrooms, each with its own period charm and unique character. The master bedroom features a bay window with spectacular sea views, plantation shutters, an ornamental fireplace, original pine floorboards, and built-in wardrobes, complemented by an en-suite bathroom with double basins, contemporary oval bath, and separate shower. The second bedroom, currently used as a study, retains original pine flooring, a wooden period fireplace with a tiled wrought iron insert and slate hearth, and includes a charming recessed library area. On the second floor, the third bedroom enjoys elevated sea views, painted floorboards, an ornamental fireplace, panelled walls, and a built-in wardrobe, while the fourth bedroom, currently arranged as a twin room, overlooks the rear garden, features painted floorboards, an ornamental fireplace with slate hearth, and offers access to insulated loft storage. Together, the bedrooms combine period elegance, functional layouts, and breathtaking views, creating a serene and inviting private retreat.
BATHROOMS & SHOWER ROOM
The property features two elegantly styled bathrooms and an additional shower room, all combining period charm with modern convenience. The en-suite bathroom to the master bedroom is beautifully appointed with double basins, a contemporary oval-shaped bath, a separate shower cubicle, WC with enclosed cistern, and ceramic wood-effect tiled flooring, complemented by Sanderson white hydrangea wallpaper. The family bathroom on the second floor features a separate bath and shower cubicle, WC with enclosed cistern, wash hand basin, and ceramic wood-effect tiled flooring, enhanced by sailing-themed Sanderson wallpaper for a coastal touch. Additionally, a well-equipped shower room on the garden level provides a convenient WC, wash basin, and shower cubicle, ideal for guests or use after enjoying the garden. Together, these bathrooms offer a stylish, practical, and comfortable solution for a busy family home.
OUTSIDE
The property benefits from beautifully arranged outside spaces, combining practicality with charm. At the front, a patio dining area provides a welcoming spot for morning coffee or al fresco entertaining. To the rear, a south- and west-facing terraced garden is laid out over two levels, featuring a lawn, established raised sleeper beds planted with camellias, hibiscus, roses, and salvia, and a garden shed for additional storage. A gate at the rear of the garden provides access to a private parking area with space for three cars and a bike shed accommodating three bicycles. The combination of outdoor dining, terraced planting, and secure parking creates a versatile and enjoyable environment, perfect for family living or entertaining, while capturing the best of the coastal views and sunshine throughout the day.
PROPERTY HISTORY
Wellington Esplanade is a historic road of 24 houses built between 1852 and 1853 to the designs of JL Clemence for Sir Samuel Morton Peto, the renowned Victorian railway pioneer. The exteriors of the houses are Grade II listed, reflecting their architectural significance, while owners enjoy shared ownership of the attractive Wellington Gardens opposite, maintained by the council. No. 18 has been meticulously restored by the current owner, retaining its period charm and original features such as working fireplaces, high ceilings, and ornate detailing, while incorporating modern comforts throughout. The careful balance of heritage and contemporary living ensures that the property preserves its historic character while offering a stylish and practical home suitable as a principal residence or luxurious coastal retreat.
VIEWING ARRANGEMENTS
Please contact Flick & Son, 23A, New Market, Beccles, NR34 9HD for an appointment to view.
Email: beccles@flickandson.co.uk
Tel: 01502 442889 REF JD/20970
OUTGOINGS
Council Tax Band D
FIXTURES AND FITTINGS
No fixtures, fittings, furnishings or effects save those that are specifically mentioned in these particulars are included in the sale and any item not so noted is expressly excluded. It should not be assumed that any contents, furnishings or furniture shown in the photographs (if any) are included in the sale. These particulars do not constitute any part of any offer or contract. They are issued in good faith but do not constitute representations of fact and should be independently checked by or on behalf of prospective purchasers or tenants and are furnished on the express understanding that neither the agents nor the vendor are or will become liable in respect of their contents. The vendor does not hereby make or give nor do Messrs Flick & Son nor does any Director or employee of Messrs Flick & Son have any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatsoever, as regards the property or otherwise.
Although these particulars are thought to be materially correct their accuracy cannot be guaranteed and they do not form part of any contract.
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