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" A handsome, country residence commanding an idyllic semi rural setting, yet highly convenient for the market towns of Holt, Aylsham and Reepham.

Hill Farm in Wood Dalling is a charming and substantial farmhouse, originally dating back to the mid Victorian era with later extensions and modifications to provide a comfortable home set in very special location.

Set off a particularly quiet lane and enjoying a high degree of privacy, this fine country home perfectly embraces the wonderful rolling countryside that surrounds it on all sides. Once part of a major farming estate, Hill Farm has gently evolved over the years to become a distinguished home and comes to the market for the first time in over 30 years.

Showcasing classic architectural symmetry in the original farmhouse building, the property benefits enormously from later, modern extensions that have been sympathetically applied. The home now provides accommodation over around 3,500 sq. ft. along with a cluster of versatile ancillary buildings.

Mellow, red brick elevations sit under a traditional pantile roof to create a handsome fa ade that conceals a delightful and sizeable home. The house has been well maintained during a long ownership.

A sheltered and gated courtyard area leads to a hall which, in turn, takes you through to an impressive farmhouse kitchen breakfast room. Shaker style cabinets adorn the essential Aga range and an original pamment tiled floor completes the classic look. This fine room incorporates an informal dining and living space to create a highly sociable hub for the house.

As with many fine farmhouse buildings there are two definitive principal receptions. Firstly, a charming and spacious formal dining room features an open fireplace and delightful vistas over the gardens. This tremendous room can easily dine 10 12 guests for special occasions and entertaining on a grand scale. A second principal reception forms a major part of a later extension and sees the creation of a sumptuous formal sitting room. This immense room is filled with natural light thanks to a triple aspect over the gardens and three sets of double french doors. A substantial open fireplace with a York stone hearth adds to the grandeur.

Beyond the formal areas of the house, you will find a mixture of cosy and informal areas that include a study snug, utility room and the essential boot room.

The first floor consists of five individual, double bedrooms and an optional sixth bedroom dressing room. Notably, there are two principal bedrooms, both with en suite facilities, plus a family sized bathroom and additional WC to serve all other bedrooms.

In addition to the main residence, there is a variety of versatile outbuildings set around a courtyard, that consist of garaging, workshops and stores. These delightful, period buildings provide endless opportunities for further adaptation.

Hill Farm sits proudly in established grounds of around one acre STMS and is flanked by glorious rolling countryside. Approached from the rear elevation, a substantial hard standing provides an abundance of off road parking and storage potential. Pedestrian access via a gated and covered walkway links to the central courtyard and main entrance.

The majority of the grounds sit perfectly on the south side of the house and a paved sun terrace looks out over formal lawns to create a wonderful entertaining space. This area is also perfect for typical family activities with plenty of open space for recreational pursuits.

The sprawling lawns reach out towards a lightly wooded area, which provides a haven for the abundance of local wildlife. Beyond the wooded area is the remnants of a lawned tennis court. Mature trees and shrubs line the boundaries and there are glorious open countryside views on all sides.

On the east elevation of the house is a substantial, timber framed summerhouse which has provided a highly flexible space for a variety of needs over the years as a family home.

Hill Farm is nestled in a beautiful, semi rural location in the heart of Wood Dalling. This very special setting provides an idyllic countryside environment whilst being conveniently close to surrounding market towns, the city of Norwich and the north Norfolk coastline. Within a short drive you will find an excellent choice of both state and independent schools.
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WOOD DALLING With St Andrews church in its centre, dating back to the 13th century, the village of Wood Dalling is a picturesque, rural village in the heart of Norfolk.

The attractive town of Reepham is just 3.5 miles away and offers a highly regarded primary school and an ‘outstanding‘ secondary school, which achieved the highest ofsted rating in the UK, and has an adjoining sixth form college. In the town there is a large park with a wide range of facilities including a large selection of shops including a bank, a newsagents, a post office, a library, healthcare centre, pharmacy, greengrocer, butchers, a whole foods and hardware store, adventure playground and public tennis courts. A market is held in the town every Wednesday and there is also a hotel with public sports facilities and two further public houses.

A strong sense of community thrives among the proud residents and local businesses of Holt, just 8 miles away, and many of the latter champion the local ‘Love Holt‘ initiative which waves the flag for the independent shops that add vibrancy to the Georgian town centre. Throughout the year, there are plenty of local events including a summer Holt Festival and 1940s Weekend, which takes over the town and ‘Poppy Line‘ heritage railway that runs between here and Sheringham.

With a traditional butcher, fishmonger and greengrocer, the town even has its own department store and food hall, Bakers and Larners, a local landmark which has been run by the same family since 1770.

Life moves at a leisurely pace in Holt, and there are plenty of places to idle over a coffee or bite to eat. Believed to be the oldest house in town, Byfords deli and caf is a central landmark and fabulous place to stop and watch the world go by. There‘s no need to hurry home relax and enjoy country life! On the edge of town is the eponymous Gresham‘s school. And, should you need to spread your wings a little wider, head to the heathland of Holt Country Park or Spout Hills and reconnect with nature.
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SERVICES CONNECTED Mains electricity and water. Drainage to septic tank. Oil fired central heating.
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COUNCIL TAX Band F.?

ENERGY EFFICIENCY RATING To be confirmed.
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TENURE Freehold.?

LOCATION What3words scatters.parkway.tasks?

PROPERTY REFERENCE 36309?

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