Wood Dalling Norfolk

CAREFULLY CRAFTED Beautifully built with attention to detail, from the stunning flint frontage to the solid oak inside, this handsome property in the Arts and Crafts style is a wonderful place in which to reside. With the comforts of a contemporary dwelling but the charm of a period place, the generous gardens and stunning scenery are also benefits to embrace.

A stunning, Architect Designed, Brick and Flint Country House circa 2008 standing in an Idyllic Setting in Wood Dalling Seven Bedrooms; Six Bathrooms/Shower Rooms Five Receptions Wonderful Open Plan Breakfast Kitchen and Living Area Superb Character with a Generous use of Oak including Exposed Beams, Panelling, Internal Doors, Flooring and Ornate Cast Iron Fireplaces, Solid Brass Light Switches and Door Handles, Granite Worktops Formal Gardens extend to 3.5 acres; Workshop Fabulous Timber Lodge Outstanding Views; Quiet Country Lane Location The Accommodation extends to 7,591sq.ft Energy Rating: C

Completely Rebuilt The grounds of this fabulous family home initially drew the owners here, as did the position. Sitting in around 3.5 acres, this is a beautiful piece of land within a superb serene rural setting, yet close to all amenities. There was originally a row of cottages on the site, then a public house, and by the time the owners came here, a timber-framed Colt bungalow had been put up. We decided to rebuild but to stick with the existing footprint and spent a lot of time drawing up the plans, they explain, Colt houses are built on a modular system so you have good size square rooms that are very usable and light. We have also raised the roof height by around a metre, allowing for a generous first floor too. A Classic Sense Of Style The owners have always loved the arts and crafts style and the way people used natural materials and quality craftsmanship to create beautiful buildings this gave them the chance to make one of their own. They kept some features from the former property, including a stunning parquet floor. They have also made generous use of solid oak throughout, both in the timber frame and in the fittings. The internal doors, windows and more were all made

right here and are bespoke the wood was seasoned on site, then cut to size and finished by a talented local carpenter. Over 40,000 pin tiles make up the roof and the owners think this must be one of the largest flint fronted properties to be built in this area in recent times. It all gives the house a classic feel and you d never know it s only ten years old, they smile. Fun For All The Family This is an incredibly sociable house. The owners son is an events manager and DJ and has thrown some huge parties here. The main sitting room is perfect for large gatherings, and with a triple aspect and feature fireplace has real charm too. The kitchen is also very sociable with a large breakfast area where you could have a sofa so you can sit back and unwind over a coffee. If you work from home you ll love this the house has both a study and a library where you can tuck yourself away and work in peace. You can gather all the family together for special occasions and celebrations. With seven bedrooms and seven bathrooms, nobody has to wait their turn, even when we have a houseful, the owners enthuse. It s also a magical home for growing children, being able to play under the watchful eye of mum and dad when they re

young and having generous bedrooms where they can hang out in their teenage years. We love it here, but now it s just the two of us at home, we re rattling around. It really should be home to a family again. Perfectly At Peace With around 3.5 acres of grounds, you can live the good life here! There s potential to have a horse, goats or chickens and to cultivate a thriving fruit and vegetable patch. The owners love the idyllic setting and sense of serenity and spend hours watching wildlife, including deer, wandering through the garden. Herons fly over and we have a whole family of kingfishers living by one of the ponds, so there must still be plenty of fish in the water. The sunsets and sunrises here are glorious, while the house and garden are bathed in sunlight all day long. The owners are keen cyclists and have enjoyed exploring the area on their bikes, with a choice

of excellent pubs and restaurants dotted Three further large receptions can be found Additionally on the ground floor is a large located to the front of the home, there around the surrounding villages. With the to the ground floor. They take the form of bathroom, complete with roll top bath and is a pool, which is no longer in use. The North Norfolk coast just a half hour s drive a Family Room, a Study and a Library and separate shower. majority of the grounds, can be found to and Norwich even closer, there s always once again offer a generous use of oak, the rear of the home and are laid entirely something to see or do here. including flooring, shelving and panelling. The First Floor Accommodation to lawn with a selection of mature trees Consists of an extremely spacious landing, found dotted throughout including oak The Accommodation The social heart of the home is undoubtedly, an impressive master bedroom suite and ash. You also discover a wildlife pond The architecturally designed country the superb with en suite facilities, three further large and a second larger pond. From the house, home was built in 2008 to an extremely bedrooms, once again with en suite facilities a shingle pathway, flanked by wooden high specification throughout. Extending Open Plan Breakfast Kitchen and Living and three further double bedrooms trellising leads directly to a timber lodge. beyond 6,000sq.ft, the accommodation can Areas Which are serviced by the spacious main Once again this timber lodge could be used be found over two levels, The ground floor You immediately note the wonderful bathroom, which is dominated by its for a number of different purposes and is in accommodation consists of a spacious pattern tiles underfoot, along with the double ended roll top bath with separate the process of being completed. From the entrance hall, with parquet flooring. A exposed oak. With numerous windows shower. All bedrooms offer large windows lodge you have outstanding views over not stunning and extremely spacious providing light and views of the gardens which afford views of the surrounding area, only your own land but the adjoining land and pond. The kitchen itself incorporates whilst all of the bathrooms are fully tiled. as well, which consists of mainly paddocks Sitting Room oak cabinets to three aspects contrasting and farmland. In all, the grounds extend to Which combines bay windows, exposed beautifully with the granite work surfaces The Outside approximately 3.5 acres. beams, oak flooring and skirting boards as found over. An island bench can be Situated on a quiet country lane, access well as an impressive fireplace. From this found to the centre of the room, whilst to the property is through impressive Agents Note room you have outstanding views over the integrated appliances include a dishwasher, brick pillars with wrought iron gates and Plans are available within the office for both entire grounds afforded by a triple aspect. a freestanding Smeg range with extractor a pedestrian access. The drive sweeps to the timber lodges as well as an extension Adjoining the sitting room is the fan above, a larder fridge and freezer and the front of the impressive brick and flint to the main residence to incorporate an a double butler sink. The current owners country residence. With several parking indoor swimming pool. Dining Room incorporate a dining area, whilst a fitted options available. To the front of the home Where once again you have a continuation bench/window seat can be found to one there are formal areas of lawn as well as of the oak flooring and another superb corner of the kitchen. You also discover an an impressive timber lodge, which could fireplace. The exposed studwork borrows external door leading out to the gardens be used as a workshop or as ancillary light from the hall, whilst a door affords and a walk in pantry. accommodation to the main house due access out to the rear gardens. to the successful planning application. Also

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 The Doorstep The property sits comfortably amongst the outstandingly attractive countryside of north Norfolk. Its position and orientation takes advantage of the beautiful views across the surrounding gently undulating open countryside. The Georgian market town of Holt has excellent shopping facilities and there are also more local shops in the nearby villages of Hindolveston and Briston. We are lucky because we are in such a wonderful position, close to some beautiful places to walk. We can reach the beaches easily, as well as Fakenham, Holt, Reepham and Aylsham. And it does not take too long to get into Norwich from here. How Far Is It To The village of Wood Dalling is approximately 7 miles west of Aylsham and 3.5 miles from Reepham. Its church, St Andrews, sits in the centre of the village and dates in part to the 13th century. The popular and attractive town of Reepham has the highly regarded primary school and an outstanding secondary school, which achieves the highest Ofsted rating in the UK and has an adjoining sixth form college. In the town there is a wide range of facilities including a large selection of shops including a newsagents, a post office, a library, health care centre, a pharmacy, a greengrocer, butchers, a wholefoods store, an adventure playground and public tennis courts and public houses. The town also holds a market in the square every Wednesday.. Directions Leave Norwich on the A149 Holt Road, passing through the village of Horsford. Prior to reaching the Saxthorpe roundabout, take a left hand turn signposted Corpusty. Continue through Corpusty, keeping The Dukes Head public house on your left hand side. Shortly after take a left hand turning into Horseshoe Lane, before turning right onto Wood Dalling Road. Proceed along this road for approximately 1.5 miles whereby the property can be found on your left hand side.

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