Thatch House Home Farm Lane | Merton | | IP25 6QS MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE

“Hidden away from the road down a long, tree-lined drive, this home is a private place indeed. The thatched elevations so pleasing to the eye, the character interior your expectations will exceed. You’ll see the style and features of a period home but at this impressive property all is not what it seems… For this lovely place is just twelve years old so it’s modern and comfortable, come live the dream!”

KEY FEATURES

• A stunning New-Build Thatched Residence, with Full Height Ceilings, which stands in Grounds of 0.75 of an acre (stms) • Complete with a Separate Single Storey, One Bedroom, Self- Contained Annexe 869sq.ft • Four Double Bedrooms; Three Bathrooms • Two Receptions; Conservatory; Study • Spacious Breakfast Kitchen with Separate Utility • Double Garage; Additional Car Port; Plenty of Parking • Workshop • Wonderful Views over adjoining Countryside • The Main Accommodation extends to 3,070sq.ft • Energy Rating: C

All the character of a period cottage with the ease and comfort of a new build, this home truly offers the best of both worlds. Built just 12 years ago to a very high standard, it sits in generous gardens at the end of a long private drive and comes with a fabulous stand-alone annexe with each residence having the option of its own parking and beautiful, mature gardens.

Totally Transformed The house sits in a conservation area and is a rebuild of three cottages that dated back to the 1700s. The property therefore has been built on the same footprint as the old building and designed to look identical from the outside. “We have seen a photograph of the three old cottages in the 1950s and its uncanny. You’d never guess it had been completely rebuilt,” smile the owners. They came here when most of the structural work was done and were able to choose fixtures and fittings to finish the property to their own specification. They love the extensive use of oak throughout, the sloping ceilings and the beautiful brick fireplaces and have chosen finishings to complement the period character. “The developer did a wonderful job using reclaimed materials where possible, so it feels very authentic, but we have things like the underfloor heating that you’d never normally find in a cottage,” they confirm. They have also been able to convert the former stables into a very spacious annexe that stands separate to the main house and has its own parking and garden.

KEY FEATURES

Adapting To Meet Your Every Need The conservatory is the place where they spend most of their time when at home as it’s well heated for use all year round. You have superb views to the south and the west and can’t see another house, just open countryside. On winter evenings, they usually retire to the sitting room where there’s a lovely inglenook fireplace with a log burner and it’s wonderfully cosy. There’s a beautiful farmhouse kitchen with an Aga and a breakfast bar that comfortably seats four, so it’s a very sociable space. A further two reception rooms offer versatility, the owners having one as a generous dining room (they can seat 12 in here) and the other as a snug. Upstairs, all four bedrooms are doubles and there are two staircases, creating a highly flexible layout. “It’s a house that feels cosy when you’re home alone but effortlessly accommodates a good number of guests and would be perfect for a large family.”

A Spellbinding Setting The setting here is incredible and the views captivating. The owners have seen some amazing sunsets and love watching the wildlife too, with deer, hare and many birds around. The garden has several different terraces and seating areas, so you can follow the sun around all day or find a shady spot as you please. One terrace has power too, so you can plug stuff in without running wires around. You’re only a quarter of a mile from the Peddar’s Way here so it’s a great place for walking and cycling – something the owners have relished. It’s also just a mile away from the edge of Watton where there’s a large supermarket and many other amenities. “We have worked in and during our time here and it’s a great base from which to travel out of the area or to explore the locality,” confirm the owners.

KEY FEATURES

Summary Deceptive in its appearance, the property was built only 12 years ago. The original farm worker’s cottages that stood here, were burnt to the ground and lay redundant for an extended period of time, until they were purchased by the developer, who undertook an extensive and time consuming programme of construction to best represent many of the other properties that currently reside in the village of Merton. Attention to detail, as well as painstaking sourcing of materials has resulted in the superb property that sits on the site today. Additionally a small stable block stood upon the site and this has been beautifully converted to a single storey dwelling that can be found to the rear of the main residence. This can be used for a number of different purposes including holiday let or in-law accommodation or as an external office to the main house. It is fully self-contained and has its own private external area as well as a separate car parking space. Both properties sit in approximately 0.75 of an acre of grounds, which adjoins farmland and has outstanding views over the surrounding area. Found in the rural hamlet of Merton, there is easy access to the adjoining market town, as well as the A11 taking you into Norwich or to head south out of the county to Cambridge or .

SELLER INSIGHT

“It’s lovely having the character of an old house but the ease of a modern build.”

“The garden is easy to care for but very pretty. We have a fountain and lots of seating areas to enjoy.”

“It’s a great place to entertain, with well-proportioned rooms and a comfortable flow.”

“The annexe adds real flexibility and could provide a useful extra income.”

“Everything has been done to such a high standard. It really is a super home.”

“You’re totally private, at the end of a long drive with fields around, but it’s only a mile to town.” *

* These comments are the personal views of the curent owner and are included as an in-sight 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.

INFORMATION

On Your Doorstep… Thatch House is situated in the hamlet of Merton, which can be found only a short drive from the vibrant market town of Watton which has a large range of amenities including a Tesco supermarket, a variety of high street shops, schooling, surgeries and public houses.

“It’s such a great place to live, and only a 2 minute drive to the doctors, the post office, the newsagent, the shop and bank – and to the golf course!”

How Far is it To… The cathedral city of Norwich can be found to the east with its main line rail link to London Liverpool Street and its international airport. The Chapelfield Development has transformed Norwich’s shopping district into one of the largest retail centres in the country. The world- renowned Norfolk Broads can be found to the North East with its many waterways and array of wildlife. The coast with its quaint villages and sandy beaches is approximately one hour’s drive whilst with its bike and nature trails can be found closer to home to the south of Hingham.

Directions From the centre of Watton and directly opposite the main Tesco’s entrance, folllow the sign for Merton. Upon reaching the centre of the village you will see a small thatched building, keep to your right whereby directly in front of you will be a Fine and Country For Sale Board, found to the opposite side of the road. The property will be found to the end of this drive.

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