REDUCED: LOVELY SPACIOUS FAMILY HOME IN STUNNING SUFFOLK COUNTRYSIDE

Occupying a delightful edge-of-village position with breathtaking, uninterrupted views across rolling Suffolk countryside, this deceptively spacious family home offers beautifully presented and exceptionally versatile accommodation, all set within approximately one acre (STMS) of secluded gardens and grounds adjoining open farmland.

The property provides generous family living, comprising three impressive double bedroom suites, each with its own en-suite bathroom, together with two further bedrooms, a family bathroom, elegant sitting room, cosy snug, spacious kitchen/breakfast room and a separate study/home office. Every aspect of the home has been designed to embrace its idyllic rural setting, creating a wonderful balance between comfortable family living and a thriving business opportunity.

Situated just a short distance from a charming historic market town with an excellent range of independent shops, restaurants and amenities, together with a direct rail service to London, the location combines peaceful country living with excellent accessibility.

An outstanding Five-Star boarding business, which has been established for almost two decades, has earned an exceptional reputation for quality and care, reflected in its outstanding Google reviews and loyal clientele drawn from an affluent catchment including Bury St Edmunds, Sudbury, Lavenham, Long Melford and numerous surrounding villages.

The business is currently licensed for 30 dogs and 14 cats (see Agent's Note) and consistently generates a substantial six-figure turnover together with an impressive net profit, supported by occupancy levels well above the industry average.

The kennel and cattery facilities are immaculately maintained, professionally managed and presented to an exceptionally high standard throughout. The business has been carefully developed by the current owners over the past 18 years and is now offered for sale solely to facilitate their well-earned retirement.

Following the pandemic, the owners deliberately chose to reduce boarding numbers and operate the business entirely at family level without employing staff, enabling a more relaxed lifestyle. Consequently, a significant volume of repeat and new business has been declined, presenting an outstanding opportunity for a new owner to increase turnover almost immediately.

Additional income streams have also been paused. The grooming parlour has ceased trading and could either be reopened or let as a separate commercial unit, while the previously successful Doggy Day Care business—which generated a significant annual income—has also been discontinued.

The vendors advise that the largest local dog day care facility has recently closed, creating exceptionally strong demand within the area. Furthermore, extensive residential development in nearby towns and villages continues to generate an increasing number of potential customers.

Based simply upon reinstating the previous average occupancy levels, projected annual turnover could increase by approximately £40,000 from the dog boarding operation alone, together with a further £28,000 from the cattery. The reintroduction of grooming and dog day care would provide additional substantial revenue, making the overall growth potential extremely attractive.

A particularly valuable commercial advantage is that the boarding kennels and boarding cattery currently operate as separate business entities, providing the significant benefit of a double VAT threshold, offering valuable tax planning flexibility for future owners.

Altogether, this represents a rare opportunity to acquire a highly respected, profitable lifestyle business with exceptional potential for expansion in capable new hands.