Hemblington | Norfolk GOT IT in ONE

Hemblington | Norfolk GOT IT IN ONE

“With chocolate box good looks, this pretty thatched home is sure to catch the eye. But there’s so much more on offer here than what you first do spy. The plot extends to around two acres, with equestrian facilities and garden too, while the holiday lets or studio space could provide a healthy income sure to appeal to you. Surrounded by countryside but on the edge of the village, main roads and schools are all within reach. For leisure, the Broads are on the doorstep or hop in the car and head to the beach.”

• A very pretty Grade II Listed, Thatched Cottage, standing within Grounds in excess of 2 acres with Equestrian Facilities • Fully Self Contained Holiday Accommodation and Home Studio, which could be used for a Variety of Different Purposes • Main House includes Four Double Bedrooms; Two Bathrooms • Two Receptions; Study • Spacious Breakfast Kitchen with Separate Utility • Original Character can be found with Fireplaces, Exposed Brick, Beams and Pamments • Stable Block includes Three Stables, Tack and Hay Store • Bio-Mass Heating System • Garaging; Additional Off Street Parking for Several Vehicles • Wonderful Views over the Surrounding Countryside • The Accommodation extends to 4,745sq.ft inc Holiday Cottages and Garage • No EPC Required Ideal for lovers of the great outdoors, whether you’re a gardener, wildlife enthusiast, keen equestrian or looking to live the good life, this home will also appeal to a family wanting to raise their children with space and fresh air, or to anyone interested in running a business from home. A versatile property and highly attractive too, the accessible location is another huge bonus! A Delightful Surprise “I was looking for a character home with facilities or potential for my horses. When I saw this, I fell in love right away,” smiles the owner. Her cottage dates back to the 18th century and would originally have housed farm workers. It later fell into disrepair until a former owner found it a carried out extensive renovation works. “When I came here it wasn’t quite finished but I could see what they saw in it and was so excited to be part of its story. It’s such a pretty house and while it looks modest from the front, it’s actually very spacious inside.” Meeting Many Needs While it’s been a lovely family home for the owner and her children, it would suit a variety of purchasers, as it’s very versatile and there’s so much you could do here. You have all the cosiness of a traditional country cottage but it’s surprisingly large. The owner has remodelled the kitchen slightly and it’s the place where everyone congregates, French doors open to the garden in summer. On cold evenings, she likes to curl up on the sofa in the sitting room with a fire blazing away in the log burner. It’s a home that works as well when you’re relaxing alone as it does filled with friends and family. A Healthy Income During her time here, the owner has converted an outbuilding into holiday accommodation and home studio, creating two separate units. She has been completely delighted by the response – it’s obviously a great area for holidays, with the coast and the Broads close by and plenty of places for days out, but has been far more successful than she expected: “I didn’t realise how popular the lets would be or how much I’d enjoy meeting my guests. I have had people come and stay from all over the country and beyond and many of them return. It’s fun but also interesting,” she smiles. Guests often comment on the tranquility here. They enjoy sitting out watching the horses or exploring the gardens. The owner has also used the holiday lets for extended family visits. The ground floor in particular is very open plan, so with a few tweaks you could use it as a great home business premises or studio space. Either way, it’s detached from the house, so doesn’t impose on your privacy at home. The Perfect Position The grounds extend to around two acres and encompass stables and paddocks. You could have a couple of horses or ponies, here or other livestock – perhaps sheep or goats – with room still to grow your own fruit and vegetables. Anyone with green fingers will be excited to get stuck in, while children and dogs could happily run around and let off steam. “It feels as though you’re in the depths of the countryside with nobody around but you’re actually in a popular Broadland village with a school, shop, social club and more, plus regular bus services. I’ve found it handy being five minutes from the station, so I can get the train to Norwich and on to London for work, and ten minutes from the city centre by car. It’s very do-able!” The Accommodation You take in the pretty front elevation of the grade II listed, thatched cottage before moving through the front door, which takes you through to an entrance hall. Beyond which is the… Main Reception Hall Where you have a continuation of the pamment tiles. Directly in front of you stairs rise to the first floor with a cupboard beneath. To the left you discover the… Sitting Room A fantastic amount of space in here as it was originally two rooms, now forming one although you could have two defined areas. The sitting room is dominated by its exposed beams and its impressive fireplace with wood burner set within. Windows offer a double aspect providing plenty of natural light. The second room could be used for a number of different purposes with new French doors recently introduced to afford access and views over the rear gardens. An additional window offers views to the west. Returning to the main reception hall, you move through to the… Dining Room A similar room to the sitting room, with its character a combination of exposed beams and another inglenook fireplace with the exposed brick of the chimney breast rising through to the ceiling. Another generous room in its size, with a south facing window affording plenty of natural light throughout most of the day. Leading off the dining room and located on the ground floor are… Two Double Bedrooms Each with windows to the rear elevation affording light and views over the gardens and paddock. These two bedrooms are serviced by a central… Bathroom With the white five piece suite including a cast iron roll top bath, a bidet, a WC, a wash basin with vanity storage below and a separate shower. Returning to the dining room, you move through to the focal point of the home,

the… Open Plan Breakfast Kitchen Newly renovated by the current owner, the breakfast kitchen is set around a central island unit with breakfast bar and additional cabinets found to two aspects contrasting well with the oak work surfaces and the pamment tiles found underfoot. Integrated within the cabinets there is a double electric wall oven with gas hob and extractor fan found above. There is additional space for a dishwasher. Also from the kitchen a concealed second staircase leads to a separate… First Floor Study Area Which in all fairness could be used for a number of different purposes subject to the new owners desires. Located off the rear of the kitchen is the separate… Utility Room You have a continuation of the pamment tiles along with cabinets and work surfaces to two aspects. There is plenty of space available for a range of white goods, with the current owner also incorporating a large fridge freezer. A door offers access out to the terrace and drive. The first floor accommodation consists of… Two Large Double Bedrooms Both of these rooms benefit from en-suite facilities and double windows, built in wardrobes, part vaulted ceilings and exposed beams. One of the bedrooms offers a bathroom, whilst the master bedroom offers a shower room. The Grounds Enjoying a wonderful rural location, the property is accessed from the country lane via a shingle drive with impressive sleeper garden beds announcing your arrival. The drive opens up to provide parking for several vehicles as well as leading to a single garage. Set just off the drive is the separate barn that has been converted into two holiday cottages. To the opposite side of the drive is the timber stable block, which has been built by the current owners. The stable block consists of three stables, a tack room and a hay store. There is also a large area of enclosed hard standing which has power, light and water connected. Formal gardens surround the pretty grade II listed cottage and are laid mainly to lawn with a selection of mature trees found throughout. Cottage gardens can be found along the front of the home, with a pathway also guiding you to the front gate. On the eastern side of the property is an enclosed patio area, whilst the rear gardens are enclosed via post and rail fencing. Beyond the formal gardens there are three post and rail paddocks, with the current owner keeping three horses on site. The property has very good access to nearby bridle paths for hacking out. In total, the grounds extend to 2.08 acres. Holiday Cottage Formerly a barn, it has now been converted into superb holiday accommodation plus a separate home studio. The ground floor studio enjoys a wonderful open plan nature and extends to approximately 400sq.ft. The accommodation consists of a small kitchenette area, with spacious work and seating areas. French doors afford access out to a terrace, with a separate door offering access into the shower room. The first floor holiday cottage is accessed from a staircase that leads directly to the open plan kitchen and living areas. From here roof lights provide light as well as stunning views over the surrounding area, with French doors also leading out to a gorgeous first floor balcony where you can take in further views. The kitchen area has cupboards to one wall incorporating an electric oven with an induction hob and extractor fan above along with a stainless steel sink unit. From this area a door takes you through to a small landing where you discover the bathroom with an overhead shower attachment within the bath. You then move through into the superb double bedroom. Once again complete with its own external staircase. Further roof lights provide light, whilst the bedroom enjoys some of the best views from the house over the surrounding 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… Blofield is approximately 2 miles away providing a good range of amenities including shops, a fish and chip shop, chemist, hairdresser, new doctors’ surgery, library and school. There are good recreation facilities here too, with Plantation Park Recreation Ground not far away, bowls, plus hard and grass tennis courts also available in the village. Hemblington is also close to the famous Norfolk Broads with Wroxham only 6 miles away. The market town of Acle is approximately 5 miles to the east with schools, shops, pubs, restaurants, a medical centre, post office, library and a weekly market (visit www. acle-village.info for more information). “The location is wonderful with its dramatic ‘skyscapes’ and views of open countryside. We are just a 20 minute drive from the centre of Norwich. We are also on the fringe of the Norfolk Broads with all its wherries and waterways.” How Far is it To… Hemblington lies in between Norwich, which is approximately 8.5 miles west, and Great Yarmouth, approximately 13 miles east. Norwich offers all that you would expect of a county capital with a wide variety of cultural and leisure facilities, a main line rail station with links to London Liverpool Street and an international airport. There is also a selection of good schools in both the public and private sectors as well as the University of East Anglia. On the other hand, Great Yarmouth boasts 5 miles of sandy beaches. The sea front offers the Marina and Sea Life Centre amid a wide variety of shops and tourist attractions. For more information visit: www.great-yarmouth.gov.uk. Directions Leave Norwich heading east on the A47 southern bypass, shortly after the Brundall roundabout take a left hand slip road off the A47 signposted Blofield Heath. At the top of the slip road continue to follow signs for Blofield Heath. Continue out of the village of Blofield Heath on the Hemblington Hall Road, whereby the property can be found after a short distance, standing alone on the left hand side clearly signposted with a Fine & Country For Sale Board. Services Private Heating via Bio-Mass Heating Sytem, Mains Water, Private Drainage via Treatment Plant Broadland District Council Agents Note To the rear of the barn/holiday cottages is the boiler room, where the current owner has recently introduced a bio-mass heating system. This is run on wood pellets and is self feeding.

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