Welcome to 6 Alexandra Road, Sheringham, a charming and spacious detached type home with 6 bed in the NR26 8HU area. This lovely residence, which comes with the freedom and stability of a freehold ownership, and sits comfortably in tax band .
This classic property was built 1900-1929 and has a reported internal area of 301 internal square metres
in a neighborhood known for its allure and prestige.
This home stands out for its value and character -
with a market valuation of £882,375 and a rental potential of £5,735 per month,
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it represents not just a residence but a worthwhile investment in a sought-after area.
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" A handsome six bedroom detached period residence extending to over 3,500 square feet set in mature formal gardens and within walking distance of the centre of Sheringham. Alton House was built in 1913 to a highly intricate and individual design and this substantial character home has been lovingly and sympathetically restored by its present owners over a period of years. This distinguished residence now offers an elegant and sophisticated interior with modern comforts blended perfectly with period detail and features. With accommodation spread across three floors, the property offers versatile living with impressive formal receptions, practical and functional working space and delightful feature bedrooms and bathrooms. Retained period features include, high ceilings, ornate sash windows, detailed plaster coving, panelled doors and open fireplaces. The accommodation briefly comprises; Reception hall, drawing room, formal dining room, snug, study, kitchen/breakfast room, separate laundry room and a guest WC. To the first floor there are four substantial bedrooms including the master suite and two bathrooms. The second floor provides two further feature bedrooms and a substantial amount of storage and attic space with potential for further accommodation. The house sits behind a wide carriage driveway providing ample off street parking. The rear garden enjoys a delightful southerly aspect with a formal sun terrace, shaped lawns and mature shrub and flowerbeds. Located on a quiet period residential road yet less than a quarter of a mile from the centre of town and the beachfront.
SHERINGHAM Sheringham is a pleasant picturesque coastal town surrounded by woods and heathland. The town has retained its old fishermen's quarter where brightly coloured crab boats are moored on the beach below the promenade. The town has a vibrant centre with a range of independent shops and quaint back streets; on the outskirts is a supermarket. There is also a theatre, a carnival in August and a Crab & Lobster festival in May. Sheringham has a popular links golf course as well as National Trust sites at Sheringham Park and Felbrigg Hall. Beeston Bump, accessible from the Norfolk Coastal Path which runs through the town, is a local high point with glorious views across the town and coast. The North Norfolk Steam Railway has its terminus in the town for connection to Weybourne and Holt. Sheringham is on the Bittern line rail link to Norwich with trains connecting to London and Cambridge.
ACCOMMODATION COMPRISES:- Attractive panelled door with an ornate leaded stain glass window leads in to the:-
RECEPTION HALL Impressive high ceilings, ornate plaster coving, original picture rail, stripped and varnished floorboards, turning staircase rising to the first floor with cupboards underneath, wall mounted radiator, ornate panelled doors to all further accommodation.
GUEST WC Frosted window to the front aspect, wall light, two piece white cloak room suite comprising corner mounted wall hung wash hand basin with a chrome mixer tap and tiled splashback, low level WC, decorative tiled floor and wall mounted radiator.
DRAWING ROOM 25' 1" max x 16' 4" max (7.65m x 4.98m) An impressive generously proportioned triple aspect drawing room with ornate sash windows to three sides, single french door on to the rear terrace and a second single french door on to the side terrace; ceiling light, ornate plaster coving to ceiling, picture rail. Ornate fireplace with a decorative wooden surround, tiled cheeks and tiled hearth fitted with a cast iron grate, three wall mounted radiators and TV point.
FORMAL DINING ROOM 17' 11" max x 14' 0" (5.46m x 4.27m) Ornate sash window overlooking the terrace and garden, central oversized french doors leading directly on to the terrace, central ceiling light with ceiling rose, ornate plaster coving and picture rail. Feature open fireplace with a decorative cast-iron surround, tiled cheeks and tiled hearth, stripped and varnished floorboards, wall mounted radiator, ample space for a large dining table.
STUDY 12' 0" max x 12' 0" max (3.66m x 3.66m) A delightful study with a unique shape and dual aspect with ornate sash windows to the front aspect and an angled window to the side, central ceiling light, ornate plaster coving to ceiling, picture rail. Fireplace with a decorative surround, tiled cheeks and a tiled hearth (not currently in use), wall mounted radiator.
SNUG 14' 01" x 10' 4" (4.29m x 3.15m) Ornate triple sash windows to the front aspect, central ceiling light with ceiling rose, ornate plaster coving to ceiling, impressive open fireplace with a decorative wooden surround, tiled heath fitted with a 'Clearview' cast-iron multi fuel stove; stripped and varnished floorboards, wall mounted radiator. Four panelled door reveals an original:-
BUTLER´S PANTRY Ornate sash window to the front aspect, ceiling light, impressive fitted dresser to one wall, work surface with inset butler sink and taps, cabinets underneath.
KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM 28' 4" max x 9' 4" max (8.64m x 2.84m) A delightful dual aspect kitchen/breakfast room with frosted sash windows to the side, sliding patio doors leading directly on to the garden terrace and a panelled and glazed door to the side passageway, ceiling lights. Contemporary styled fitted kitchen incorporating an extensive range of matching wall units, base units and drawers, round edged high gloss work surfaces, composite single drainer sink with mixer tap and tiled splashbacks. 'Rangemaster Professional' cooker with flush mounted stainless steel splashback and extractor canopy over, integrated appliances comprise of a full sized dishwasher and fridge/freezer. Ceramic tiled floor, ample space for a four-seater breakfast table, two wall mounted radiators. Secondary staircase rising to the first floor accommodation with fitted cupboard underneath.
UTILITY ROOM Sash window to the front aspect, ceiling light, fitted work surface with space and plumbing underneath for a washing machine, access to the electrical consumer unit, ceramic tiled floor and wall mounted shelving.
An ornate turning staircase with an impressive wooden balustrade leads to the:
FIRST FLOOR LANDING Ornate multi-paned window to the front aspect, two ceiling lights, frosted sash window to the side aspect, secondary staircase returning down to the kitchen/breakfast room, picture rail and ornate panelled doors to all further accommodation. Fitted cupboard with pine slatted shelving for linen storage and housing the hot water cylinder.
MASTER BEDROOM SUITE 15' 11" x 12' 11" (4.85m x 3.94m) A delightful dual aspect master bedroom suite with multiple sash windows to the rear aspect and window to side, both enjoying delightful views over the formal gardens, central ceiling light, picture rail, stripped and painted floorboards, two wall mounted bedside lights, wall mounted radiators. Panelled door reveals the:-
EN-SUITE BATHROOM A generously proportioned en-suite bathroom with ornate sash windows to the front aspect, ceiling g light and picture rail. Three piece bathroom suite comprising a pedestal wash and basin with a tiled splashback, low level WC, panelled bath with a tiled surround, stripped and painted floorboards, wall mounted radiator.
BEDROOM TWO 18' 0" x 14' 0" (5.49m x 4.27m) A delightful bright bedroom with three ornate sash windows to the rear aspect, ceiling light, picture rail, stripped and painted floorboards, decorative open fireplace with a tiled hearth (not currently in use), three wall mounted radiators. Interconnecting door to an adjoining bedroom four.
BEDROOM THREE 13' 2" x 10' 9" (4.01m x 3.28m) Two ornate sash windows to the front aspect, central ceiling light, picture rail, stripped and painted floorboards, two wall mounted radiators, panelled door reveals a Jack and Jill style family bathroom with a door returning to the landing.
FAMILY BATHROOM Frosted sash windows to the front aspect, two ceiling lights, three piece bathroom suite comprising a pedestal wash hand basin with a chrome mixer tap and tiled surround, low level WC and a panelled bath with a chrome mixer tap and a hand shower attachment, glass shower screen and a tiled surround. Stripped and painted floorboards and wall mounted radiator.
BEDROOM FOUR 19' 10" x 9' 8" max (6.05m x 2.95m) Double glazed dormer style window to the rear aspect with stunning views, two ceiling lights, picture rail, stripped and painted floorboards, and wall mounted radiator and interconnecting door to bedroom two.
Staircase from the first floor landing rises to the:
SECOND FLOOR LANDING AREA Window to the front aspect, ceiling light, stripped floorboards and wall mounted electric radiator. A panelled door reveals accessible loft storage space with a 'Velux' skylight window to side; this area is fully boarded and has power and lighting.
BEDROOM FIVE 21' 11" max x 12' 0" into bay (6.68m x 3.66m) A delightful feature bedroom with a double glazed dormer style window to the rear aspect enjoying stunning views over the formal gardens, rooftops of Sheringham and to the woods beyond, ceiling light, picture rail, fitted wardrobes and hi-level cupboards to one wall and stripped floorboards. Ornate cast-iron fireplace with decorative tiled cheeks and hearth (not currently in use). This room is currently used as a studio.
BEDROOM SIX 15' 4" x 8' 2" (4.67m x 2.49m) Double glazed window to the side aspect, with delightful views over the woods in the distance, ceiling light, access hatch to a loft space, stripped floorboards fitted eaves storage cupboard. This room is currently used as a workshop/hobby room.
BEDROOM SEVEN/ADDITIONAL LOFT SPACE 10' 11" x 9' 8" (3.33m x 2.95m) A gable shaped bedroom with a double glazed window to the front aspect, panelled ceiling and walls, stripped floorboards, access to further eaves storage spaces. This room is currently not used as a bedroom but as loft storage space; it has power and lighting.
OUTSIDE The property is approached from Alexandra Road on to a carriage driveway featuring a sweeping shingle laid driveway, finished with delightful soft landscaping comprising of raised shrub and flowering beds, steps lead up to the front door. There is parking for several cars and gated access either side of the property leading to the rear garden.
REAR GARDEN Alton House boasts a stunning south facing formal rear garden featuring an extensive flag stone style paved sun terrace, accessed directly from the kitchen/breakfast room, formal dining room and drawing room. Raised shrub and flowering beds sit between formal shaped lawns and the sun terrace and feature a timber framed pergola with creeping roses; to the rear is further raised shrub and flowering beds and a further raised sun terrace, the lawned area is flanked by mature well stocked shrub and flowering beds and enclosed by panelled fencing. The garden enjoys a delightful Southerly aspect enjoying morning, afternoon and evening sunshine.
COUNCIL TAX RATING Band E
SERVICES All mains services connected
ENERGY EFFICIENCY RATING E Ref:- 8516-7321-4790-9721-3992
To retrieve the Energy Performance Certificate for this property please visit https://www.epcregister.com/ and enter in the reference number.
DIRECTIONS From Holt take the A148 towards Sheringham, after approximately 3.5 miles turn left signposted 'Sheringham' on to Holway Road (A1082). After approximately 1 mile turn right on to Alexandra Road and the property will be found on the right hand side. "
