Welcome to River Bank House 1 Low Street, Norwich, a cozy and compact semi-detached type home with 4 bed in the NR9 4EL 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
The local area is known for its high value-to-quality ratio -
with a market valuation of £158,600 and a rental potential of £1,031 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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"We are delighted to offer this outstanding period cottage that enjoys extremely versatile accommodation and useage from it's ancillary accommodation and range of outbuildings.
entrance hall/dining room * kitchen/breakfast room * first floor landing * 3 bedrooms * bathroom * ANCILLARY ACCOMMODATION - upvc conservatory * shower room * bedroom * store cupboard * living room * Lugarde log cabin * office
Location Hardingham is a rural village situated approximately 12 miles to the west of the county capital. The conservation town of Hingham lies approximately two miles away and has a selection of local shopping facilities as well as a medical centre, church and public house. The market town of Wymondham offers further shopping facilities, schooling for all ages, leisure facilities and rail links.
Directions Leave Wymondham via Cock Street into Chapel Lane and onto the B1135 towards Kimberley. At the 'T' junction turn right then left towards Dereham. Follow this road for approximately two miles to the top of Low Street. At the far end River Bank House will be found on the corner on your right hand side.
River Bank House, which backs onto the River Blackwater, dates back from 1843 when, what is now the sitting and dining room, was one of three original farm workers' cottages built on the site which is now known as River Bank House, one of the other three cottages having been demolished some time in the 1950's, and the adjoining property, Kirby Cottage, being the third.
River Bank House has been sensitively redeveloped and enlarged over the past three years to the highest standards by the current owners and the accommodation in the main house comprises entrance hall/dining room, lounge, kitchen/breakfast room, landing, master bedroom, second double bedroom, small third bedroom and large family bathroom.
Within the grounds is separate wooden ancillary accommodation suitable for use as elderly relative accommodation and comprises; conservatory, entrance hall, double bedroom, living room with galley kitchen, shower room, WC and storage room.
Elsewhere within the grounds there is a wooden office building and a separate log cabin under which lies a large underground wine cellar.
Within the grounds which run to a quarter of an acre (subject to measured survey) are further outbuildings, one of which houses a hot tub.
Entry to the property from Low Street is onto a small gravel drive after which access is via two electrically operated gates onto gravel parking with sufficient space for up to six cars.
Wide white painted wooden front door with side glazed panels from high level Oak ENTRY PORCH with a tiled roof approached from a fully fenced front garden with pear tree and other ornamental and rose shrubs.
ENTRANCE HALL/DINING ROOM 22'2" x 7'2" (6.76m x 2.18m)
With front facing window, walnut laminate flooring, double radiator.
Turned staircase to first floor and opening to :-
LOUNGE 22'6" x 13'9" (6.86m x 4.19m)
With two side facing windows with original tiled sills and one fully glazed floor to ceiling window panel, two double radiators, two matching cast iron wood burners inset into original brick fireplaces on tiled hearths.
Double doors into:-
KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM 22'9" x 16'4" (6.93m x 4.98m)
Sunny dual aspect room featuring a bespoke "Bryan Turner" handcrafted painted wooden kitchen with antique brass door furniture, featuring granite style work surfaces, a semi professional Britannia Prestige gas/electric cooking range and a large central Iroko wood island comprising sink unit, multiple storage and drawers, waste storage, large dresser unit, water softener and water filter. Terracotta tiled floor, oil burner for central heating and hot water, double radiator, t.v. point, front and side facing windows, stable type door to garden.
From turned stairs to:-
FIRST FLOOR LANDING 14'10" x 7'1" (4.52m x 2.16m)
With upvc double glazed window to side aspect, doors to:-
MASTER BEDROOM 22'9" x 16'4" (6.93m x 4.98m) max
With four double aspect windows to the side garden with views to the river and fields beyond, fully fitted wardrobes with three sliding oak effect doors and one full length mirror door either side of bedroom, services available externally for easy conversion of part of master bedroom into ensuite bathroom, two double radiators, t.v. point, central ceiling fan and light.
BEDROOM TWO 13'1" x 12' (3.99m x 3.66m)
Front facing window with views across to fields, access to loft with power and light, cast iron French wood log grate with chimney above and wooden fireplace surround, double radiator.
BEDROOM THREE 7'7" x 7'1" (2.31m x 2.16m)
With wall light, radiator, upvc double glazed window to front aspect and field views.
BATHROOM 13' x 9'9" (3.96m x 2.97m)
Five piece high quality bathroom suite comprising roll top bath with French claw feet, bidet, hand basin, low level toilet with walnut toilet seat and a separate raised quadrant shower cubicle, mixed black and white tiled floors and plinths, antique style white painted radiator, shaver socket, rear facing window. Nickel bathroom furniture. Linen cupboard with integral light.
ANCILLARY ACCOMMODATION
Ideally suitable for granny flat or separate accommodation for teenager or homeworking.
Double doors into:-
UPVC CONSERVATORY
With central fan and ceiling light, tiled floor, double radiator.
Single double glazed and solid wood front door into Hallway with oak laminate flooring.
SHOWER ROOM 8' x 5'1" (2.44m x 1.55m)
With three piece suite comprising raised quadrant shower cubicle, toilet and hand basin, fully tiled walls and floor, shaver socket, radiator, screened window toward garden, wall mounted gas boiler providing central heating and hot water.
BEDROOM 11'3" x 7'2" (3.43m x 2.18m)
Front facing window, radiator.
STORE CUPBOARD
Plumbing for washing machine/dishwasher, tiled floor.
LIVING ROOM 17' x 16'7" (5.18m x 5.05m)
Featuring vaulted ceiling with exposed beams, front facing window, window and double patio doors facing into the rear garden, two double radiators, t.v. point, access to loft space, oak laminate flooring. Solid Iroko work surface, Belfast sink and cream drawers with cupboards beneath.
CURTILAGE
From gravel area onto large decked area with doors to the wooden office/utility room and to the log cabin/wine cellar.
Single front glazed and solid wood door into:-
OFFICE 15'6" x 9'6" (4.72m x 2.9m)
Wall mounted heater, wood laminate flooring.
The decking area leads, via two double glazed doors, to the:-
LUGARDE LOG CABIN 11'7" x 11'6" (3.53m x 3.51m)
Oak laminate flooring, double glazed windows from log cabin overlook the garden also providing access to a lower level wine cellar via spiral staircase which can accommodate 500 bottles of wine.
OUTSIDE
The gardens at River Bank House comprise two small front gardens and the primary rear garden which includes a 90' (27.43m) frontage onto the River Blackwater.
The garden is fully mature and very well stocked with a wide range of perennials, evergreens, conifer trees, fruit trees and other ornamental trees and a garden pond. The garden does not feature any lawn and all paths are covered with gravel.
To the left of the garden is a hardwood gazebo with a Canada Spa hot tub. The gazebo features fully retractable doors and windows. Steps down to the river.
To the right of the garden, and adjoining the neighbouring garden, is a summer house/garden shed. Steps down to the river.
In the middle of the garden is a split level wooden pier which extends out over the river. There is also a small wooden shed on the pier which houses a fridge, barbecue and soft garden furniture.
The main pier is fully served by full mains power and a range of lighting for the pier itself, for the walkways and flood lighting for the opposite river bank and the surrounding trees.
Additional Information
River Bank House benefits from three separate alarms systems. The main house, ancillary accommodation, office and log cabin/wine cellar have excellent outside lighting for additional security.
THE PROPERTY MISDESCRIPTIONS ACT 1991
The Agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures and fittings or services and so cannot verify that they are in working order or fit for the purpose. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor or Surveyor. References to the Tenure of a Property are based on information supplied by the Seller. The Agent has not had sight of the title documents. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor. Items shown in photographs are NOT included unless specifically mentioned within the sales particulars. They may however be available by separate negotiation. Buyers must check the availability of any property and make an appointment to view before embarking on any journey to see a property."
