The Old Chapel Great Fransham | Norfolk a Heavenly Home

THE OLD CHAPEL GREAT FRANSHAM | NORFOLK A HEAVENLY HOME

“Your prayers have been answered – your dream home found, in a beautiful chapel where character abounds. With a great, sunny garden and wide open field views, the only decision is which vista to choose! In a rural position but near villages and towns, on a quiet little lane, birdsong the only sound. Newly refreshed by the owner, there’s no work to do and this unique home sits ready for you.”

• An attractive Converted Chapel situated in a Rural Location with Field Views • The Accommodation is arranged over Two Floors • Four Bedrooms; Main Bathroom and Separate Shower Room • Four Receptions • Kitchen and Utility; Ground Floor Cloakroom • Rear Garden with Terrace • Off Road Parking • The Accommodation extends to 1,787sq.ft • Energy Rating: E This converted chapel has been significantly extended to create a wonderful family home. With many original features retained and a fresh, stylish finish, it offers you the chance to call this one-off property your own and to enjoy a low- maintenance but highly-appealing abode with all the space you could ask for and views too good to miss. A Rare Opportunity This lovely building dates back to the mid-1800s and was originally a Wesleyan chapel. Later on, it was used to store agricultural equipment. The current owner came on the scene in 1996 and has raised her children here: “I instantly fell for the unusual nature of it, with the beautiful arched windows and good looks of the original chapel. I also loved the green setting and the fact that you can see so far across fields in all directions. It’s beautiful here.” When she first came, the chapel itself had been converted but the extension was nothing more than a shell, so the owner set to work completing it. “I was able to choose the layout and designed it to work for my growing family – as indeed it has,” she smiles. Well Set For Family Life The arched windows are a highlight here and the owner has put frosted glass in some, so you don’t need to cover them up with curtains if you don’t want to. There are no neighbours so nobody can see you. She has also kept the original door opening to the chapel and had a bespoke front door made to fit. Inside, the rooms are large, light and have stunning views. “When the children were young, the size was great because it meant we could easily be together and I could keep an eye on them. As they grew older, I enjoyed being able to spread out – they could have their music blaring without disturbing me!” The sitting room has double doors onto the sunny terrace for the summer months, while in winter it’s lovely and cosy, perfect for Christmas, with an open fire. Eye-Catching Views Another big part of the chapel’s appeal is that unlike some other such conversions, this has a really good size garden, with an area of lawn on each side plus a generous terrace to the rear. All overlook open fields and have far-reaching views. “As we have no neighbours, I never worried about the children making a noise when they were playing outside. When we had people over for parties, we could play music and sit out on the terrace watching the sunset without disturbing anyone. It’s such a lovely spot.” There’s a farm shop and pub down the road, a handful of villages dotted around the area, plus great schools within a short drive of the chapel. “We’re also only a stone’s throw from the A47 – close enough to get out and about easily but far enough away that we don’t hear any traffic noise. It’s incredibly peaceful here.” The Accommodation Taking in the front aspect you move through the front entrance door into the… Entrance Hall A door to your right leads into the… Study With a UPVC double glazed obscured window to the front and side aspect. Ground Floor Cloakroom Fitted with a low-level WC and a pedestal wash hand basin. There is a UPVC double glazed obscured window to the front and side aspect. You note the dado rail and panelling. Within the hallway you note the dado rail and panelling, whilst the stairs with a part landing rise to the first floor. There is a door into the dining area before moving through to the… Kitchen You note the tiled flooring underfoot, whilst cabinets can be found to three aspects which contrast well with the work surface. Integrated within is a one and a half bowl sink unit with mixer tap over, a built in electric oven, an integrated fridge and a dishwasher. There is a window to the rear aspect, together with a stable door providing access to the rear, whilst there are also windows to the front and side aspects. Returning through to the dining area, you move through into the… Sitting Room The focal point of the room is the open fireplace with a marble fire surround and hearth. A door provides access to the rear garden, with a side glazed panel. There is a window to the front aspect. This room opens into a further area, that would make an ideal playroom, with a further door into a useful… Utility Room Cabinets can be found to one aspect which contrast well with the work surface over. Again you discover another stable door to the rear. There is a stainless steel sink unit located in here. On the first floor you discover the four bedrooms along with the bathroom and shower room. Bedroom Two Within this room are four feature arched windows and a further obscured window to the front and side aspect. Bedroom Four Although the smallest of the rooms, this would make a lovely nursery. Bedroom Three Located to the rear of the home, with a window overlooking the rear aspect.

On the landing you also discover a cupboard housing the hot water cylinder. Main Bathroom Fitted with a grey suite comprising of a low-level WC, pedestal wash hand basin and a bath. The room is part tiled and has a window to the rear. Shower Room Fitted with a three piece suite comprising of a shower cubicle, WC and pedestal wash hand basin. Master Bedroom A good size bedroom with a window to the front and rear providing views over farmland. The Outside There is parking to the front of the property providing plenty of off road parking. To the rear, the chapel has a large paved terrace and the garden is defined by the fencing as well as offering panoramic views over the fields and beyond.

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… The village of Great Fransham is located just off the A47 offering ease of access to both Norwich and Kings Lynn. Known for its fabulous primary school, Beeston is located nearby. There is also a public house and excellent farm shop in Little Fransham. The nearby village of Litcham lies approximately 3 miles away and has further facilities and amenities including a renowned secondary school. The market towns of Swaffham and Dereham are within 7 miles, both towns have a good range of facilities including shops, banks and a weekly market, and Swaffham has a Waitrose supermarket. How Far Is It To… Norwich, the cathedral city and regional centre of East Anglia lies approximately 25 miles to the east and has a fast electrified rail service to London Liverpool Street with a fastest journey time of 1 hour 50 minutes. There are international flights via Schipol from Norwich Airport on the north side of the city. The house is 35 minutes from Downham Market with a 90 minute rail link to London King’s Cross. Directions Leave Norwich on the A47 Southern Bypass heading West sign posted Swaffham. After bypassing the market town of Dereham and upon reaching Little Fransham take a right hand turn into Station Road. The Old Chapel will be found after a short distance on your left hand side. Services Oil Central Heating, Mains Water, Private Drainage via Septic Tank Breckland District Council

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