Binham, Norfolk
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Binham, Norfolk www.fineandcountry.com • Beautiful setting for this fine North Norfolk Family Home with views to open Countryside and River Stiffkey • Versatile Modern Home which has been greatly improved by its current owners • Entrance Hall, Bedroom Five/Study, WC, Sitting Room and Open Plan Kitchen Family Room • Four First Floor Bedrooms, Family Bathroom and Two En-Suites • Gardens with Garage and Timber Cart Shed and Playroom • Total Accommodation extends to 2012 sq.ft • Energy Rating E most of the rooms in this exceptional property, a wooden gate and gravel drive to the side of Modern Love, offering some amazing views of its own. Toad house provide access to three individual spaces, Cottage is solid floored throughout with either and there’s space for additional cars in front. Traditional Soul oak or tiling so, as the owners remarked, “is a Then there’s a generously sized single garage very practical house for busy families, dogs, etc.” attached to a large shed, and a log store and Located in one of North And the choice of living space doesn’t just end den with a tiled roof. Norfolk’s most sought-after there, with a dual aspect lounge with French doors leading to the patio which can be thrown Village Life coastal villages, this eye-catching open for the summer months, and a wood “Binham is a great village to live in. It is a lively brick and flint detached burner to cater for the winter ones. Upstairs village with a real community spirit,” the owners property has been built with the property has four bedrooms, and all the said. Making an appearance in the Domesday bathrooms have recently been upgraded to a Book of 1086, it is known for its wide village tradition and character in mind. very high standard. green and many historic houses, as well as the Boasting four/five bedrooms wonderful Binham Priory. In addition, the owners and a wealth of living space, an Outside Abounds drew attention to “The popular and well-used “The sun bathes the upper patio all morning, village hall, an excellent pub, a shop that sells opportunity like this does not and the lower patio area all afternoon and ‘everything’ including fuel, and a dairy shop present itself every day. evening. A great place for entertaining!” the selling raw milk, local cheeses and much more”. owners said. The garden is private and not And, of course, there’s the celebrated North overlooked, arranged on two levels with a Norfolk coast almost on your doorstep, with all formal garden closest to the house and a large the amenities you might need to be found in Rooms with a View play area beyond. Parking is never a problem; several towns only a short drive away. With stunning views over the Stiffkey valley and rolling farmland, not forgetting the nearby remains of the 11th century monastic Binham Priory, Toad Cottage has a setting to be envied. Built in 1990 by a renowned local builder in the style of a traditional Norfolk farmhouse, the current owners have lived in the property for the last twenty-one years, extending the house and redesigning the garden during their tenure. A Home for Family At the heart of the house is the spacious kitchen/diner with its oil-fired Aga and, as with “The kitchen/dining area is ideal for entertaining family and friends.” “Binham is a beautiful village, a stone’s throw from the North Norfolk coast.” “A great area for walking and cycling. We are just three miles from the coast at Stiffkey and close to Holt, Wells and Fakenham.” “At the rear we can see Binham’s herd of grazing dairy cows. The garden attracts many species of birds.” Floor Plans Energy Graphs Additional Information LOCAL AUTHORITY North Norfolk District Council - Band D AGENT’S NOTES Mains - Water, Electricity and Drainage, OFCH The floor plans are for illustration purposes only. All measurements: walls, doors, window fittings and appliances and their sizes and locations are shown conventionally and are approximate only and cannot be regarded as being a representation either by the seller or his agent. © Unauthorised reproduction prohibited. These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate, are set out as a general outline only for guidance and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements of representation of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. No person in the employment of Fine and Country or Norfolk County Properties has the authority to make or give any representation or warranty in respect of the property. We would also point out that we have not tested any of the appliances and purchasers should make their own enquiries to the relevant authorities regarding the connection of any services. Location On the doorstep How far is it to...? Directions Binham Priory is among the most complete and Norwich lies 30 miles to the south with its wide From Fakenham take the Holt Road to Clipbush Lane impressive monastic ruins in Norfolk. Nearby Stiffkey variety of cultural and leisure facilities plus its A1067. At the roundabout take the A148 Thursford has become popular with many visitors and tourists, mainline train service to London Liverpool Street Road, continue through Hindringham and onto the with tourism being its main industry today. Nearby and an international airport. The historic market Binham Road. As you enter the Village take the left Blakeney boasts a wide variety of local amenities town of Fakenham and its well-known racecourse turn onto Warham Road passing the Village Hall the including primary schools, doctors, dentist and post are approximately 13 miles south, while the popular property can be found on the right hand side. office. Blakeney village is set on a small hill leading seaside town of Cromer is only 17 miles east. Famous down to the harbour and has pretty flint cottages for its crab fishing, it offers a variety of water activities (many for holiday rent), shops, tearooms, restaurants, and its own train links to Sheringham and Norwich. hotels, pubs and inns. Blakeney is also the starting The popular Georgian market town of Holt, 8 miles, point for boat trips to Blakeney Point where you will has excellent shopping, schooling and leisure facilities be able to see a colony of grey seals, as well as many and is renowned for Gresham School which takes local and migrating birds. boys and girls through pre prep to age 18. To arrange a viewing of this property please contact Our Park Lane office North Norfolk 1 Bridge Street, Fakenham, Norfolk NR21 9AG Tel: 01328 854190 www.fineandcountry.com If you have been thinking of selling and getting nowhere fast then the first move you should make is to an agent who can deliver outstanding results. Here at Fine & Country we know that our unique approach to selling houses works. For more information on any of the services Fine & Country can offer please call 01328 854190 and speak to the team at our North Norfolk office. © All rights reserved by Norfolk County Properties Ltd for the World outside the UK. 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