Ivy Hill

Development Overview

Ivy Hill is a new build homes development by Bellway Homes (Eastern Counties) located on Cedar Close in the peaceful village of Bacton, Suffolk (IP14 4NS). The development offers a collection of 2, 3, and 4-bedroom properties, including two-bedroom bungalows and three- and four-bedroom detached houses. The initial price range for these new build homes is from £320,000 to £435,000. Specifically, a two-bedroom bungalow starts from £320,000, while a four-bedroom detached house is listed at £435,000. Prospective buyers can contact the sales office for current plot availability, which includes 'Good to Go' homes allowing for move-in within six weeks on selected plots.

Bellway Homes has been awarded 5-star builder status by the Home Builders Federation (HBF) for the ninth consecutive year, indicating that over 90% of their customers would recommend them to a friend. The developer was also crowned 'Large housebuilder of the year' at The Housebuilder Awards 2023.

Property Details

The properties at Ivy Hill are designed with a focus on modern energy efficiency and comfort. All homes are equipped with air source heat pumps and feature underfloor heating throughout the entire ground floor. The tenure for the properties is Freehold. A two-bedroom bungalow, such as Plot 1, 'The Woodcarver' (816 sq. ft.), features an open-plan living and dining area with French doors to the garden, a kitchen with integrated Zanussi appliances, and an en-suite bathroom to the main bedroom. Purchasers should anticipate an annual Estate Management Charge, which is plot-dependent and has been listed between £206.00 and £309.00. Council Tax bands are to be confirmed upon allocation by the local authority. All new build homes are protected by a 10-year NHBC Buildmark policy.

Location Benefits

Bacton is positioned approximately six miles north of Stowmarket town centre. Transport links are a key feature for this development, particularly for commuters. The A14 major road network is a 9-minute drive away, providing connections to Bury St Edmunds (30 minutes' drive) and Ipswich (35 minutes' drive). For rail travel, the nearby Elmswell Station offers a direct route into London in 1 hour 15 minutes, while Stowmarket Station provides services to Ipswich, Cambridge, Norwich, Peterborough, and London Liverpool Street.

Local amenities in Bacton village include a traditional post office, a convenience store, a surgery, and the traditional inn-keeper style pub, The Bull Inn. For shopping beyond essentials, EmZo provides a unique collection of gifts and crafts, complete with an instore café. A 5-minute drive provides access to Carter’s Meadow nature reserve, and Dandy Corner is just 1.5 miles away for hiking. Families benefit from Bacton Primary School being within walking distance (0.4 miles), with secondary schools and West Suffolk College also in the local vicinity.

Practical Information

New build homes at Ivy Hill currently range from £320,000 for a two-bedroom bungalow to £435,000 for a four-bedroom detached house. Specific house types available include 'The Woodcarver' (2-bed bungalow) and 'The Quilter' (3-bed house). The sales centre operates six days a week, typically from 10:00 to 17:00 (closed Tuesday and Wednesday, with an extended hour until 19:00 on Thursday, and a later opening on Saturday and Sunday at 11:00). Viewing appointments are currently recommended. For specific plot prices, internal square footage details beyond the examples provided, and an accurate Estate Management Charge for a chosen plot, prospective buyers must contact the Bellway Homes sales advisor directly.