Bridge Barn Spinks Lane | Heydon | | NR11 6RF BIG SKY COUNTRY

“Wide open horizons, far reaching views, spectacular sunrises enjoyed from your door, there’s no light pollution and no neighbours to disturb, if you want the perfect paradise, this barn you’ll adore. A home with real heart, finished with attention to detail, the sense of quality throughout is clear, while the outbuilding and plot have potential in spades, the location an attraction and a place to hold dear.”

KEY FEATURES

• An Impressive and Versatile Converted Barn, standing in 2.75 acres of Formal Gardens • Four Bedrooms; Two Bathrooms; Two Receptions • Stunning Open Plan Kitchen; Separate Utility • Contemporary Wooden Staircase; Fireplace with Wood Burner • A wonderful Secluded Location, with No Near Neighbours, yet within Striking Distance of the Market Town of Holt • A Large Range of Outbuildings; Triple Cart Lodge; Additional Parking • Stunning Views in All Directions • The Accommodation extends to 2,838sq.ft • Energy Rating: E

On a quiet lane surrounded by open countryside, this barn-style home sits in just under three acres of land, including a large workshop with office and full plumbing. It’s all set between the attractive and desirable towns of and Holt, close to the coast and to a number of pretty villages. Whether it’s walking or stargazing, growing your own or horse riding, whether you want a traditional home or a modern build, a workshop or a large garden, this one ticks so many boxes and really has to be seen to be fully appreciated.

The Character And The Contemporary This is effectively a modern home, having been built from the site of a bungalow around a decade ago. The owner came across the plot and was excited by the opportunity – being in the building trade, he wasn’t fazed by the amount of work involved and realised he could create an incredibly special home in this most beautiful of locations. “There was a bungalow on site, but it had seen better days. I designed the house around it and incorporated the bungalow into a much larger property with enough room for a family. It’s finished in the style of a Norfolk barn, so it perfectly suits the setting and is very sympathetic to the surroundings,” he explains. Indeed, the barn has the feel and character of an old property and could quite easily have stood here for a hundred years or more – but in fact, everything here has been recently completed and there’s no work that needs to be done.

KEY FEATURES

Stunning And Stylish The whole barn has been finished to a very high standard, with use of quality materials throughout. There are thick, solid oak timbers with a rustic feel that adds to the rural charm, as well as a lovely brick-hearthed fireplace with wood burner in the main reception area, plus an attractive Scandi-style wood burner in the family room. A stunning, contemporary spiral staircase with beautiful wooden treads curves up to the first floor, catching the eye, while the kitchen and bathrooms marry classic styling with contemporary chic. This is the perfect party pad, with very generous rooms and an open plan feel across the ground floor, doors leading you out into the gardens beyond. There’s the option of a ground floor bedroom too, while upstairs, the bedrooms boast spectacular views out across the fields.

A Most Pleasing Plot There’s a terrace wrapping around the barn which is slightly sunken, offering shelter despite the open aspect. It’s the ideal spot for barbecues or for unwinding at the end of a busy week, watching the sun go down. The land beyond this is mainly lawned and dotted about with mature trees, so it’s easy to maintain with a ride-on mower and offers great potential to grow your own, have a couple of horses, or simply for children to run about and let off steam, enjoying the fresh air. The barn also comes with a large outbuilding, currently used as a workshop, with full plumbing already in place, should you wish to apply for planning to convert it. Certainly it could be a wonderful annexe or holiday let. While you have no immediate neighbours to disturb you, there is a pub within walking distance and you don’t have to go far for amenities. Aylsham and Holt are both pretty and well-served market towns with a good mix of independent shops and supermarkets, while the coast and the Broads are only a short hop from home. Head to Blickling, Felbrigg or Sheringham Park to explore the grounds, or simply wander the paths around here and enjoy the solitude and seclusion.

SUMMARY

Built by the current owner 13 years ago, the property enjoys a wonderful location in an area of outstanding natural beauty, yet it is only a short drive from the highly sought after market town of Holt, the North Norfolk coast and Gresham’s Public School.

Standing in 2.75 acres of mature gardens, the barn also offers a large single storey outbuilding (please see floorplan) which is currently used as a workshop but could, subject to the relevant planning permissions, be used for a number of different purposes.

Additionally there is also a triple cart bay garage, a south facing terrace and a first floor balcony which leads off the master bedroom. The barn itself enjoys an open plan nature to the majority of the ground floor accommodation, whilst also offering the versatility of a fourth/ground floor bedroom if required. To the first floor there are three further bedrooms and two bathrooms, which include an en-suite to the master as well as the aforementioned first floor balcony.

INFORMATION

On Your Doorstep The property is situated in the delightful village of Heydon, which is within easy reach (9 miles) of the historic market town of Holt, with shopping, amenities and the exceptionally well regarded Greshams School. Aylsham (6.5 miles) offers a wide variety of amenities including a traditional butcher, greengrocer, post office, library, supermarkets, take- aways and monthly farmers market. There are also many leisure facilities including riding, a tennis club and a choice of local golf courses.

How Far Is It To The Cathedral City of is approximately 15 miles to the south where a more comprehensive range of shopping, leisure and cultural facilities can be found. Norwich has a mainline railway station to Liverpool Street as well as an International airport. The North Norfolk coast is a 20 min drive north where you have a wonderful selection of quaint seaside villages with an abundance of local wildlife, nature trails and sandy beaches. The famous Norfolk Broads can be found to the east with its many varied waterways offering water activities.

Directions Leave Norwich on the B1149 Holt Road. Passing through the villages of and Marsham. Prior to reaching the village of Heydon, Take a right hand turn into Spinks Lane. Continue over the former railway bridge, whereby the property will be found shortly after on your right hand side.

Services Oil Fired Central Heating, Private Drainage via Septic Tank Private Water via Bore Hole

Local Authority: District Council

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