‘Florence Cottage’ North Lopham, | IP22 2NF WELCOME

A part thatched period property with stylish renovations. The layout of the house lends itself to multi uses with potential for an annexe and home office. Situated in North Lopham, this cottage is spacious, retains many of the original features and has been tastefully decorated in pastel shades. The village benefits from a wide range of local services and facilities.

• Wonderful and Versatile Period Home • Not Listed • Annexe Accommodation • Five Comfortable Bedrooms - Three up - Two down • En Suites to Two Bedrooms Plus Family Bathroom • Reception Dining Hall • Wonderful Sitting Room • Two Further Reception Rooms • Off Road Parking and Double Garage • Excellent Gardens with Superb Farmland Views to the Rear

From a place in history The owners believe the original thatched cottage dates from the 17th century. There are many features that have been retained, including the ropes used, in the past, to affix the thatch to the building. There is a mullion window in the utility area and exposed beams and brickwork internally. There are a wide range of additions to the original building that have transformed this into a modern and spacious home. The changes have added a style and flexibility but retained the character of the house. The inglenook fireplace and Jotul wood burning stove are warm and welcoming features of the house. The owners describe their home as a ‘unique property which is full of character and has a Tardis-like quality’.

* These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.

A peek inside Locally With five bedrooms, three upstairs ‘We find the village a really friendly and two downstairs, two with en suites place to live’. The village has a church, and up to four reception rooms this primary school, village hall, village shop house makes for comfortable living. and post office. Community activities Conversion of the garden room, such as quiz nights and a farmers’ downstairs bedroom and en suite market regularly take place in the could create an annex and there is also village. potential to have an office in one of the two dining areas. Flexibility really is When the owners move they say they the name of this house! The rooms are will miss, ‘the walks, the countryside light and tastefully decorated in pastel and the great outdoors’ on offer. They shades throughout. There have been bought this house because it could many changes and additions in the last accommodate three generations of seven years, including, a new thatched their family all living together. ridge using long-stemmed straw, triple They valued and enjoyed the glazed windows in some rooms, new spaciousness of the home because ‘it bedroom suite next to the double meant that everyone could choose garage and redecorations. where to go and what to do’ without treading on each other’s toes. They did Enjoying the gardens not intend buying a thatched property There are several areas where you because they thought they were often can relax outside. One of the favourite small but were soon to discover the spots of the current owners is sitting flexibility and space afforded in this with an evening drink outside the home. kitchen door as the sun sets in the distance. The patios at the rear are This really is a flexible home with ideal for evening gatherings and modern living surrounded by have been used by the family for architectural features that take you regular summer BBQ’s. The gardens back to days gone by. The best of all have glorious views over the fields. worlds! Pheasants and deer are regularly seen, as are the many birds that visit. ‘From our doorstep we regularly enjoy a variety of walks in the local countryside and in a few minutes drive you can reach Redgrave and Lopham Fen and Knettishall Heath.’

LOCATION

The popular market town of Diss is only seven miles away, with its shops, supermarkets and mainline connections to Norwich and London, Diss to London Liverpool Street Station journey time approximately90 minutes).

Agents Notes

Tenure: Freehold

Local Authority: Council – Band E

Services: Mains Water and Electricity, Private Drainage, Oil Fired Central Heating – Bottle Gas for the cooker, a Mercury Range which will remain.

Directions: Proceed from the market town of Diss along the A1066 and continue through the villages of Roydon and Bressingham. On entering the village of take a right hand turn just past the village pub signposted North Lopham. Follow the road into the village and the property will be located on the right hand side at the very far end of the village. Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Copyright © 2021 Fine & Country Ltd. Registered in and Wales. Company Reg No. 06777456 Registered Office: Norfolk Country Properties Ltd, 15B Regatta Quay, Key Street, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP4 1FA. Fine & Country Diss 3 Navire House, Mere Street, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 4AG 01379 646020 | [email protected]