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" A unique opportunity to own a delightful 4 bedroom period cottage sitting in mature grounds approaching 2 acres (unverified). This fine period home is nestled in an elevated position commanding stunning views of the village and surrounding countryside. The extensive grounds are a defining feature of this unique property and have been developed over many years to achieve a balance of productivity, functionality and visual appeal. The areas are clearly divided into formal lawns with flowering borders, informal grass areas/utility space, paddock and well established and highly productive vegetable plots. There are several outbuildings which include a 3 berth holiday caravan, a substantial 3 bay cart shed, dis-used pig sheds, stores, studio and summer house/office. The cottage boasts a wealth of period charm and features which have been sympathetically blended with a contemporary styled extension to the rear. The versatile accommodation briefly comprise; Entrance lobby, sitting room with open fireplace and wood burner, a well-proportioned kitchen/diner, study and ground floor bedroom/snug with en suite. To the first floor is a stunning master suite with a high vaulted ceiling, glazed gable with access onto a sun terrace and an en suite shower room, two further double bedrooms and a family bathroom. The cottage is enviably situated on a quiet lane with a hill-top location less than one mile from the centre of Northrepps village and just over one mile to the historical village of Overstrand with it's beautiful sandy beaches, delightful walks and vast array of amenities. 

NORTHREPPS Classified as 'an area of outstanding natural beauty', this is a pretty village surrounded by fields and woodlands, boasting it's own primary school, pub, village hall and church. Country walks are on your doorstep along quiet lanes leading to the coastal villages of Edwardian Overstrand and Victorian Cromer with their numerous facilities and sandy beaches. A local bus services runs hourly from the village during the day and trains to Norwich, Sheringham and Cromer run from Gumton station just three miles away where you will also find the award winning Gunton Arms. In addition, there are three national trust properties within easy reach, Felbrigg Hall being just four miles away. Holt, Blakeney and Cley are all within easy reach.
 

ACCOMMODATION COMPRISES :- The property is approached from the side entrance with a panelled door leading into the …
 

SIDE LOBBY 8' 7" x 3' 0" (2.62m x 0.91m) Vaulted and beamed ceiling, wall light, cloaks storage, quartz tiled floor, wall mounted radiator. Panelled and latched door lead to the …
 

KITCHEN/DINER L-shaped 27'0" reducing to 11'3" in parts x 19'0" reducing to 9'5" in parts (8.23m > 3.43m in parts  

DINING AREA Recessed ceiling lights. Contemporary part glazed and pitched roof letting in natural light. Attractive exposed brick and flint wall with recessed wall alcove with fitted shelving. Ample space for an eight seater dining table. Recessed ceiling lights and wall mounted spotlights, two wall mounted radiator, quartz tiled floor throughout. Opening through to the front lobby area with part glazed and pitched ceiling. Attractive exposed flint wall, quartz tiled floor. Period panelled and latched door leading to the front elevation.
 

KITCHEN The kitchen area incorporates an extensive range of contemporary style wall and base units and drawers with a solid bamboo work surface and glass splash back. 1.5 bowl composite sink with brushed steel swan neck mixer tap. Space and plumbing for washing machine, space and plumbing for dishwasher. Housing designed to fit a floor standing American style fridge freezer. Space for a range style oven with a tiled splash back and a chrome extractor fan canopy over. Quartz tiled floor, recessed ceiling lights, two wall mounted spotlights, two large double glazed Velux skylight windows to side. 

GROUND FLOOR BEDROOM SUITE/SNUG 9' 9" x 8' 0" (2.97m x 2.44m) A delightful dual purpose ground floor bedroom suite/snug with double glazed leaded window to side aspect with views over the formal gardens. Vaulted and beamed ceiling, ceiling light. Recessed wall alcove, wall mounted radiator, high level storage cupboard. Panelled and latched door leads on to the …
 

EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM 7' 10" x 4' 4" (2.39m x 1.32m) Double glazed leaded window to front aspect. Central ceiling light. Wall hung wash basin, low level WC, walk in shower cubicle with wall mounted power shower and floor drain. Wall mounted white ladder style towel heater, fully tiled walls and floor.
 

SITTING ROOM 22' 5" x 13' 8" (6.83m x 4.17m) A bright and spacious sitting room with character open fireplaces and solid oak mantles. Traditional wood burner with brick surround and hearth. Double glazed leaded windows to front overlooking formal knot garden. Coving, two ceiling lights, four wall mounted lights, two wall mounted radiators. Original front door (accessible, but not currently used), with recessed shelving. Additional solid oak shelving to all four alcoves, oak laminate flooring throughout. 

STUDY 8' 1" x 7' 6" (2.46m x 2.29m) Window looking through to the kitchen area. Central ceiling light. Attractive panelling to all walls, wall mounted radiator, phone point/Wifi connection.
 

INNER HALLWAY Leading off from the sitting room with central ceiling light, wall mounted radiator, under-stairs storage/hot water tank, original latch and brace door to study. Attractive 'Norfolk Winder' turning staircase with original feature stained glass leaded window rises to first floor accommodation.
 

FIRST FLOOR LANDING Original oak turned landing rail/banister, ceiling light and small access hatch to loft space, attractive oak panelled doors to all further accommodation.
 

MASTER BEDROOM SUITE 13' 8" x 11' 3" (4.17m x 3.43m) A delightful master bedroom suite with a unique vaulted ceiling, floor to ceiling glazed gable end with windows and French doors leading on to a private sun deck. Views over the extensive gardens and grassed chicken area. Double glazed window to side, extensive range of fitted wardrobes to one wall. Contemporary styled upright radiator and second wall mounted radiator. Small lobby area leads onto the … 

EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM 10' 0" x 3' 7" (3.05m x 1.09m) Velux skylight window to side. Wall hung wash basin with chrome mixer tap, low level WC, shower cubicle with glass screen, wall mounted power shower and fully tiled surround. Part tiled walls, fully tiled floor, wall mounted extractor fan, wall mounted shave point, three wall mounted lights, two wall cabinets, wall mounted chrome ladder style towel heater.
 

BEDROOM TWO 13' 6" x 8' 10" (4.11m x 2.69m) Double glazed leaded window to front aspect with views over the adjacent woods. Central ceiling light. Extensive range of fitted wardrobes to one wall. Fitted dado rail. Wall mounted radiator, two wall mounted lights.
 

BEDROOM THREE 13' 1" x 10' 4" (3.99m x 3.15m) Double glazed leaded window to front aspect with views over the adjacent woods. Central ceiling light. Attractive original cast iron fireplace (not currently in use). Wall recess with hanging rail and shelving. Access hatch to loft space. Wall mounted radiator.
 

FAMILY BATH/SHOWER ROOM 7' 9" x 7' 8" (2.36m x 2.34m) Double glazed window to rear with views over the gardens. Central ceiling light. Corner mounted wash basin unit with cabinet and shelving under, chrome mixer tap and tiled splash back, low level WC, corner mounted panelled bath with chrome mixer tap and hand shower attachment and mosaic tiled splash back. Shower cubicle with glass screen, mosaic tiled surround, wall mounted power shower. White wash panelled walls, wall mounted chrome ladder style towel heater, wall mounted shaver point.
 

OUTSIDE The gardens and grounds of this property are a key feature and extend to approximately 2 acres (unverified) and comprise …
 

Front Garden
The front garden has a wrought iron pedestrian gate leading to the roadside with panel fencing to the front. Raised flower beds and box hedging. Steps lead up to the original front door; highly scented wisteria clads the front of the property. A further pathway leads round to the existing front door which has a chunky oak storm shelter with a pitch tiled roof. Fitted log store. Door leading into the main lobby.

Formal Garden
Round to the side of the property is an extensive shingle laid sun terrace with retaining spot-lit feature wall, ideal for outside dining, overlooking an extensive lawned formal garden enclosed by mature shrubs and hedging. The shingle terrace leads down to a tree lined vehicular driveway and meets at a junction with the access to the grounds which is enclosed by a private five-bar gate from the roadside.

Outbuildings/Parking
To the northern corner of the gardens is a substantial three-berth caravan fully fitted out with a decked sun terrace and delightful rural views. The caravan enjoys its own garden which is enclosed by trees, shrubs and fencing. The grounds continue on to the rear where there is a substantial open cart shed with a timber frame and three bays for parking. Further along you will find a new poly-tunnel and range of wild stock pens and stores (which have excellent potential for a number of uses subject to PP).

Fruit, Vegetables and More
The grounds then rise up to another level where there is an extensive range of raised beds, potting shed and fruit cage. Beside this is an extensive range of further outbuildings, all water tight with light and power currently used as storage, a craft studio, and log stores.

Home Office/Studio
There is also a quality built fully insulated home office/studio which is fitted with power, lighting and phone line. At the highest point of the garden is an extensive split level sun deck perfect for outside entertaining and star gazing, offering stunning views of the surrounding countryside and village.

Views
Further lawned areas extend across the garden and border the Templewood estate woods, which offer stunning tree canopies, primroses and bluebells along with a plethora of birds and wildlife. There is a further sheltered raised viewing deck in the far corner of the garden, again offering stunning views of the countryside, Northrepps village and Church; perfect for drinks and watching the sun set.
 

ENERGY EFFICIENCY RATING D Ref:- 8134-7524-2090-6174-7902
To retrieve the Energy Performance Certificate for this property please visit https://www.epcregister.com/ and enter in the reference number above. 

COUNCIL TAX RATING Band D.
 

SERVICES Mains water, electricity and drainage. LPG heating.
 

DIRECTIONS From Cromer take the A149 towards Norwich and after approximately 1.5 miles turn left on to New Road. Follow this road in to the village of Northrepps. At the T-Junction bear right and follow the road through the village. The turning for Craft Lane is just after the telephone box on the right, and Grooms cottage is approximately 1/2 mile along on the left hand side.   "