Rose Cottage Dereham Road | Garvestone | Norfolk | NR9 4QT PRETTY IN PINK “Formerly owned by landscape gardeners, the surroundings here are a breathtaking sight. Colour and fragrance, places to relax, suntrap terraces – it’s a total delight. The lovely pink cottage has character too, so well maintained that there’s no work to do. Spacious and welcoming, inside and out, the appeal of this idyll is never in doubt.” • A Chocolate Box Pretty Cottage, standing in 1 acre of exquisite Landscaped Gardens • Three Double Bedrooms; Three Bathrooms/Shower Rooms • Three Receptions • Spacious Breakfast Kitchen with Separate Utility • Stunning Original Character with Exposed Brick, Exposed Beams, Studwork, Pamment Tiles, Timber Floors and Fireplaces • Garaging; Workshop; Additional Outbuildings • Formal Lawns; Entertaining Terraces Front and Back • Wonderful Views to the Rear over Adjoining Farmland • The Property is approached via a Long Drive through Automatic Gates • The Accommodation extends to 1,965sq.ft • Energy Rating: D A gorgeous period cottage in spectacular gardens, it’s a pleasure to view this character home. Set well back down a long private drive, it’s in the heart of a village community but can’t be seen from the road and the cottage sits centrally within the plot, offering garden views on every side. The rural feel is deceiving – while you do indeed have country walks to explore, you’re also close to main roads and towns, so you can live your dream life in the country without having to travel far for work, schools or leisure. Cool Character The owners of this attractive home were not looking for a project and were delighted to find a character property that was in such good condition, both inside and out. Dating back to the 17th century, the property is packed with character and enjoys an idyllic position within the heart of a mid-Norfolk village, but is tucked away from view. “The previous owners were landscape gardeners and had created such a beautiful garden that we were instantly bowled over,” confirm the owners. “Inside, the house was immaculate and many of the fixtures and fittings looked brand new. You have all the wonderful character, with exposed timbers, inglenook fireplaces and more and it feels so welcoming when you step inside. It’s beautiful and cosy in winter and looks stunning decked out for Christmas, while in summer, it’s delightfully cool and you can come in at the end of a hot summer day and sleep comfortably.” Meeting Every Need It’s a very versatile property too – the family kitchen is fabulous and so light, with additional windows in the roof, space for a family table, plus a door leading out into the garden. The reception spaces are flexible. Where previous owners had a formal dining room, the current owners have a games room with pool table and instead have their dining area in the main sitting room – easily large enough to accommodate both. “We use this on high days and holidays,” they laugh, “Or when we’re entertaining. Most of the time, we relax in our snug.” So there are plenty of options here and the cottage can easily adapt over time as family grow and priorities change. There’s a full bedroom suite on the ground floor, so you could live on the one level, plus a further two bedrooms, one a suite, upstairs. The house sits in the centre of the plot, giving lovely views out over the garden whichever way you’re facing. Making Memories The owners are big party people and love to host a crowd in style – a 50th birthday party, and wedding reception among the events they’ve enjoyed here. Summer barbecues are a must when you have a garden like this! It’s a real feature. There are lots of patios and terraces with seating areas that catch the sun at different times of the day: a secluded courtyard with the relaxing fountain, the back garden where you can play with children and grandchildren, football goals for family fun, then the front garden where you can sit out with a glass of wine enjoying the evening sun. The village is small but has a primary school and village hall/community centre which is the setting for a number of groups and events. There are lots of walks and cycle paths around, so you can explore the surrounding countryside without first having to drive anywhere. You’re well-positioned for work and leisure, being close to the A11 and A47, near the charming Georgian town of Hingham as well as Norwich, Wymondham, Attleborough and Dereham. Summary A delightful detached period cottage, which sits centrally within its 1 acre of stunning formal gardens. The cottage dates back to the 17th century and offers a wealth of exposed wall and ceiling timbers and inglenook fireplaces. The accommodation consist of three versatile receptions, a bespoke breakfast kitchen that can be found to the rear of the cottage opening out to the terrace, three double bedrooms, one of which is located on the ground floor offering both en-suite facilities and a walk-in wardrobe. There is also a main reception hall, entrance porch, three bath/shower rooms and a separate utility room. Externally, the gardens are a tremendous feature of the property and extend to approximately 1 acre. Electronically operated gates with an intercom system and infra-red cctv allow access onto a shingle drive that sweeps down to the cottage. The gardens are beautifully maintained, whilst the driveway opens up to provide off road parking and a turning area affording parking for numerous vehicles, as well as access to a double garage with electronically operated roller doors. Further timber gates allow access to the additional outbuildings, which are currently used as a workshop. The front gardens are mainly laid to lawn, with impressive flower and shrub borders as well as a variety of mature trees. There is outside lighting, electricity points, the original well and an Indian stone paved pathway which guides you to the front of the cottage. To the side of the cottage is a private courtyard garden area, which enjoys a circular base and a central water feature. There is also an enclosed seating area, set on Indian sandstone, with wall lighting. To the side of the property is a “gardeners heaven” where there is a timber garden shed measuring 18.9 x 9.6 with both power and light connected. There is also an aluminium greenhouse and a plantation preparation area. The path meanders its way through the gardens leading to a timber bridge, with flowers and shrub borders to the side forming a tropical garden. The bridge leads over a pond to the rear gardens, which are beautifully presented and are laid mainly to lawn. Once again with well stocked flower and shrub borders. From here an oak gate leads to a fully enclosed garden area, which has a patio ideal for entertaining and has direct access to the cottage. A yew hedge conceals the working part of the garden, whilst in the formal rear gardens, the current owners have built a further patio area complete with a delightful summerhouse. Agents Note Planning permission has been granted by Breckland District Council for the addition of a fourth bedroom to the first floor above the ground floor bedroom. 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… There is easy access to the market town of Dereham with a large range of supermarkets, including two superstores, a newly constructed leisure centre, a good range of shops, library, cinema, hotels and restaurants. You also have easy access on to main trunk roads into Norwich, Kings Lynn and out of county areas. How Far Is It To… Garvestone lies approximately 17.5 miles south east of Fakenham and 15.5 miles west of Norwich. Often described as the ‘Gateway to the north Norfolk coast’, the thriving market town of Fakenham has the famous Fakenham Race Course, Pensthorpe Waterfowl Park and The Thursford Collection right on its doorstep. For more information go to: www. fakenhamweb.co.uk, while the Cathedral City of Norwich offers a wide range of cultural and leisure facilities and a variety of good schools both in the public and private sectors. Norwich also has its own main line rail link to London Liverpool Street and an international airport. Directions Leave Norwich on the B1108 Watton Road proceeding through the village of Barford. Upon reaching Kimberley follow the signs to your right on to the B1135. Continue through the village of Hardingham and upon reaching Garvestone, the property can be found to the centre of the village on the right hand side clearly signposted with a Fine and Country For Sale Board. Services Oil Central Heating, Mains Water, Private Drainage via Treatment Plant Breckland District Council Fine & Country Norwich Office 7 Bank Plain, Norwich, NR2 4SF 01603 221888 & CF Norfolk Country Properties.