Meadow Barn Scoulton | Norfolk Picture Perfect Panoramas

MEADOW BARN SCOULTON | NORFOLK PICTURE PERFECT PANORAMAS

“Watch the seasons change over the countryside, with breathtaking beauty your rural surrounds. Perfectly placed to make the most of its setting, at this inviting barn character abounds. From the features within to the landscaped gardens outside, it’s clear this is a charming place in which to reside. So peaceful and secluded yet with the town a minute away, come visit this home and you’ll want to stay!”

• A very impressive Semi-Detached Barn Conversion, enjoying a fabulous Rural Location to the Outskirts of the village of Scoulton • Three Bedrooms; Two Bathrooms; Three Receptions • Spacious Breakfast Kitchen with Separate Utility • Original Character with Vaulted Ceilings, Exposed Beams, Exposed Brick, Timber Floors, Oak Floors and Fireplaces • Under Floor Heating throughout the Ground Floor • Part Converted Double Garage provides an Office/Studio and Shower Room • Additional Parking for Several Vehicles • Formal Gardens and a Paddock extend to 0.55 acres • The Accommodation extends to 2,086sq.ft • Energy Rating: D A beautifully converted barn in an idyllic position with a far-reaching outlook, these really are rooms with a view. You feel as though you’re in your own corner of the countryside but you’re actually one of a handful of barns in this group and just a few minute’s drive from the gorgeous Georgian town of Hingham, where you’ll find a wide range of amenities very conveniently situated. A Better Balance It was both the location and the character that drew the owners to their home: “We love the individual nature of barns and we love the countryside, so the combination here completely won us over. It’s also handy being so close to Hingham whereas often barns can be very remote,” they explain. The barn was converted just over a decade ago and rented out for the first nine years – so the current owners are the first owner occupiers. “It needed a bit of TLC but we could see the bones of it were perfect, full of features, rustic charm and warmth.” They have fitted new bathrooms, created a studio/guest suite, redecorated throughout and fully landscaped the garden, which includes a large inbuilt seating area. All of this is ready and waiting for you to explore and enjoy! Family Friendly The kitchen breakfast room is great for entertaining, with plenty of space for dining or seating, plus a separate reception next door that is currently a playroom but could also be used for formal dining or as an additional bedroom. You could even open it up into the kitchen to create one huge family area. “It’s handy because when we’re in the kitchen, we can keep an eye on the kids playing, whether they’re in the playroom next door or in the courtyard with the double doors open,” the owners explain. The sitting room also has doors onto the garden, so you can let fresh air pour in when it’s warm, or cosy up in front of the wood burner on cold winter evenings. The garden room is a delight and can be used all year round thanks to the underfloor heating. “It faces west and sitting there you get the last of the sun. We’ve found this room a real bonus and use it much of the time.” What was formerly a double garage is now a single, with the other half converted into a very useful, fully-heated studio with en-suite, ideal for anyone working from home or as a guest suite. “When people come to visit, they have their own space so we’ve found it to work well.” Surroundings To Embrace The owners love the wildlife here and often go for walks around the area, seeing deer, sheep or horses in the fields, birdlife in abundance and hares in the spring – there’s even a kite that seems to live around the neighbouring farm. You’re part of a small group of barns and right on the edge, enjoying fantastic views and great privacy while still having a friendly community on the doorstep. The barn has a wonderfully sunny garden too, with a south-facing courtyard that’s ideal for barbecues or drinks. The owners have a curved bench set by the garden room especially to make the most of the magnificent sunsets, while the paddock across the drive offers space for children to play or for small livestock. There’s a herb and kitchen garden and the owners have planted fruit trees too. “We love having such a sense of openness and connection to the countryside but still being close to Hingham. You can even commute to Cambridge or London from here and return home to a different world and total relaxation.” The Accommodation You move through the front door into the spacious... Main Reception Hall Where to your left you discover the separate… Utility Room Where you have plenty of space available for a range of white goods, as well as a butler sink. Situated next to the utility room is a large cupboard housing the boiler, which the current owners use as a laundry room. Beyond which is the ground floor WC. The spacious hallway continues to the rear of the barn, where stairs rise to the first floor, beyond which, double doors take you through to the focal point of the barn, the… Open Plan Breakfast Kitchen Located to the rear of the barn, this wonderful south facing space is enhanced by the vaulted ceilings above. With French doors affording access out to the courtyard garden and terrace. The kitchen itself incorporates cabinets to three aspects, which contrast beautifully with the oak work surfaces. A wall of glass, which includes French doors, provides plenty of natural light. The current owners incorporate a large table to one end of the room, whilst integrated within the cabinets is a dishwasher, a butler sink and an extractor hood, whilst there is additional space for a freestanding range and an American style fridge freezer. Beyond the kitchen, is the… Dining/Play Room A versatile space, windows offer a double aspect providing plenty of natural light as well as views over the gardens and surrounding area. Additional character includes exposed beams, exposed brick and vaulted ceilings. Returning to the main reception hall, you move through into the… Sitting Room Another superb space, with character a combination of exposed beams, oak floors and a fireplace with a wood burner set within, with exposed brick that rises through to the ceiling. From the sitting room, French doors afford access out to the gardens, with a further set of French doors offering access through into the… Garden Room Located to the side of the barn with a west facing nature, the garden room once again benefits from the fabulous vaulted ceilings. Underfoot you notice the oak flooring, whilst French doors afford access out to the side terrace.

You move up the stairs to the first floor, once again noting the vaulted ceilings above, with the exposed beams and trusses. Upon reaching the landing you notice the timber floors that continue up here from the ground floor. From the landing you have access to… Three Bedrooms Two of which are generous doubles, with the third being slightly smaller. As with the ground floor, numerous exposed beams and trusses can be found throughout the bedrooms, whilst large windows offer stunning views to the rear of the barn over adjoining farmland. The largest of the bedrooms, being the master bedroom, is an exceptional space with a high level gable end window providing plenty of natural light. The master bedroom has access to a walk in wardrobe as well as a newly renovated en-suite shower room. The remaining two bedrooms, are serviced by the main bathroom. Main Bathroom This has been recently renovated, with the white four piece suite comprising of a bath with hand held shower attachment, a WC, a wash basin with vanity storage below and a separate shower. You note the stainless steel heated towel rail to one wall. The Outside Set well off the road, the property is initially approached via a shared drive, before leading onto its private drive. Here there is plenty of parking available for several vehicles, whilst also leading directly to the garage. From the drive, a gate leads through to the formal gardens, which are laid mainly to lawn and are enclosed by post and rail fencing. It is from this part of the garden that you start to appreciate the wonderful position of the barn, with extensive views to the north and west over adjoining farmland. The formal gardens also offer a selection of semi-mature trees including horse chestnut and contorted willow, whilst garden beds can be found mainly to the perimeters. Leading off the rear and side of the barn, is an extensive terrace, which has direct access into the garden room. The gardens continue around to the rear of the barn, as does the terrace, where you discover a fabulous south facing courtyard area, with seating areas and raised planters. Boundaries here consist of high level brick walling which acts as a divide from the neighbouring barns. Additionally found to the opposite side of the shared drive, the owners have an enclosed post and rail paddock, which extends to approximately 0.25 of an acre and could be used for a number of different purposes. Access is via a five bar timber gate. In all, the gardens and grounds extend to approximately 0.55 of an acre. Agents Note The current owners have part converted the garage into an external office/studio and includes a separate shower room. This versatile space could be used for a number of different purposes including additional accommodation, a home office or as a consultancy area.

Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents 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. * 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. Printed On Your Doorstep… Hingham is a lovely Georgian market town in rural Norfolk. It has beautiful Georgian buildings surrounding its charming old market place, and in other streets, which is why it is being conserved. Hingham is small enough for people to know each other but large enough to have a lively and active community, and its facilities and interesting shops have the special character of a small market town. The larger market towns of Wymondham and Attleborough are close by and provide a larger range of amenities “It’s only a couple of minutes to get to the nearest shops and village at Hingham. The village has traditional shops, such as a butchers, and a local pub. The barn is also close to Watton and within easy reach of the main roads into London.” 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 North Norfolk coast with its quaint villages and sandy beaches is approximately one hour’s drive whilst Thetford Forest with its bike and nature trails can be found closer to home to the south of Hingham. Directions Leave Norwich heading west on the B1108 Watton road. Proceed through Hingham and continue through the village of Scoulton, and just as you leave, turn left into Back Lane. Continue along Back Lane, where the property can be found a short distance on your left hand side clearly signposted with a Fine and Country For Sale Board. Services Oil Central Heating, Mains Water, Private Drainage via Treatment Plant, Indoor Security System/Burglar Alarm Breckland District Council

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