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Find your local brokerWhether it’s the countryside or coast that it’s a toss up between, or you’re debating if a city, town or rural idyll is right for you, East Anglia offers plenty of food for thought. In fact, as the home of a long list of beautiful places to live, it may even make your decision more difficult!
East Anglia is well known for its stunning villages, making that escape to the country a top choice for many who are new to the area. In this blog post, we share the best rural property hotspots to consider during your property search.
Based just two miles from the city of Cambridge and nestled on the famous River Cam, Grantchester is a popular haunt for locals and tourists alike.
Its history and stunning good looks are among the reasons why it’s one of the top villages to visit in the county. Its links to the film industry– as the name suggests ITV’s hit show Grantchester was filmed in Grantchester – and academia also mean visitors seek out this village when visiting nearby Cambridge. Its popularity has seen house prices in Grantchester rise and rise.
Regularly featured as one of the top places to live, The Shelfords in Cambridgeshire offers a close-knit community as well as quiet and safe surroundings. We’ll let Muddy Stilettos explain more about why The Shelfords has an enviable reputation:
“Great and Little Shelford (known collectively as The Shelfords) are villages a quick cycle ride from the famous university town, so if you don’t want to be in Cambridge itself they’re a fabulous option. The Shelfords have that special mix of a village feel, with plenty of amenities, countryside views and walks on your doorstep and all just a stone’s throw from a big, bustling city.”
Over in the East Anglian county of Suffolk, you’ll find Lavenham. Its medieval roots have made the streets of Lavenham iconic, with its timber framed houses taking you on a journey back in time. The village’s roots in the wool industry also provide a fascinating backstory that locals are more than happy to share.
The village is also littered with independent shops, tearooms and pubs, making it a great place to spend your downtime as a resident. It was also one of the filming locations for Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.
The site of the incredible Castle Acre Priory – a popular Norfolk visitor attraction and one of the largest, best preserved monastic sites in England – the surrounding village is just as historic.
The village takes its name from the walled, 12th century, Norman castle it is also home to. Moving to Castle Acre doesn’t just mean lots of historic treasures to explore. There’s plenty of scenic walks, pubs, tearooms, shops and attractions to enjoy, not to mention its famous local sausage!
Located at the heart of Suffolk, Coddenham was once more than a pretty, chocolate-box village. During the Roman occupation of Great Britain, the village was the biggest settlement in the country. You’ll find evidence of its Roman history at its forts, whilst its award-winning community hub sits at the centre of local life.
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