The Watch House Coast Road, Cley-next-the-Sea, , NR25 7RZ

£875,000

Viewing by appointment with our Holt Office 01263 710777 or [email protected]

THE WATCH HOUSE

Sowerbys are delighted to offer this very rare opportunity to own one of the few houses overlooking the ’s internationally famous nature reserve, and the sea beyond. ‘THE WATCH HOUSE’ – as the name suggests – is perched in an elevated position; and was commissioned and built to an individual design to ensure an eagle-eye view of Avocets, Black- tailed Godwits, Marsh Harriers, Bearded Tits, and a host of other wonderful birds. In all, more than 300 species have been seen on or from the reserve since 1926, when it was designated “a bird- breeding sanctuary for all time”. As well as offering spectacular views over the entire nature reserve, the upstairs living space captures a magnificent vista from to – one of the best coastal walks within this, or any ‘Designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty’. Its design and local materials create a uniquely characterful property, from which to enjoy the best of coastal living. The house makes the most of its privileged position with receptions and bedrooms set over two floors and all the principal rooms commanding epic views. Extending to over 1,600 sq. ft. the accommodation is highly versatile and briefly comprises: reception hall, guest WC, open plan kitchen/dining room (also with wonderful views of the nature reserve), utility room and two ground floor double bedrooms. Rising to the first floor there is a well-proportioned lounge enjoying a light and airy dual aspect with window to the south over the mature rear garden and a fantastic balcony that commands spectacular 180-degree coastal views. A superb dual aspect main bedroom also enjoys the same views, with a shower room accessed from the landing and a family sized bathroom. Set below the house on a lower level is an integrated tandem garage, which provides excellent storage options but could also add further versatility in terms of additional accommodation (STPP). To the front of the house is a spacious garden with shrubs and lawn that rises to an elevated position from which the views can be further enjoyed. A gravelled sweeping driveway provides ample off-street parking options and access to the garage. To the rear of the house is a generous south-facing garden which is very well-established with a fine variety of shrubs trees, flowering plants, and a vegetable garden. A sunken sun terrace can be accessed from the kitchen/diner and provides a delightful sheltered space to entertain. Central steps from the sun terrace rise to an attractive lawned area and there is gated access to the track at the rear. ‘The Watch House’ is located on the Coast Road in the picture- postcard village of Cley-next-the-Sea, famous for its windmill and smoke house, as well as its nature reserve. KEY FEATURES

• Highly Individual Coastal Residence

• Spectacular Marsh and Coastal Views

• Designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

• Modern Build with Brick and Flint Elevations

• Versatile Accommodation in Excess of 1,600 Sq. Ft.

• Potential to Improve Internally

• Generous Gardens

• Off Road Parking and Garage

• Overlooking One of the UK’s Most Famous Bird Reserves

LOCATION

‘The Watch House’ is located in an enviable ‘frontline’ position overlooking Cley Marshes. Cley-next-the Sea is a small coastal village on the North Norfolk coast famous for its beach and the windmill overlooking the marsh and . The marshes are a nature reserve and breeding ground for rare native birds and a haven for winter visitors. The village has interesting shops, two pubs, a church and two of the best food shops in - The Cley Smoke House, for fabulous smoked fish and Picnic Fayre, a real delicatessen for the serious foodie. The lovely Georgian town of Holt is less than five miles inland with all its shops, Banks and Gresham's School.

SERVICES CONNECTED

Mains electricity, water and drainage. Oil fired central heating.

COUNCIL TAX

Band F.

ENERGY EFFICIENCY RATING

E Ref:- 2108-2074-7218-6761-2914 To retrieve the Energy Performance Certificate for this property please visit https://find-energy- certificate.digital.communities.gov.uk/find-a-certificate/ search-by-reference-number and enter in the reference number above. Alternatively, the full certificate can be obtained through Sowerbys.

Viewing by appointment with our Holt Office: 1 Market Place, Holt, Norfolk, NR25 6BE 01263 710777 • [email protected]

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Sowerbys Limited is a company registered in England and Wales, company no: 04151583. Registered office: The Granary, The Quay, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, NR23 1JT Sowerbys Estate Agents Limited is a company registered in England and Wales, company no: 05668606. Registered office: 54 Westgate, Hunstanton, Norfolk, PE36 5EL