Property description
Norwich - 12 miles
Harleston 5 miles
Long Stratton 2 miles
The Old Queens Head dates back to the early Victorian era and as the house name suggests, it was once a public house serving the commuters who used the A140 up until the mid 1970's. Originally, the house formed part of the neighbouring farm but in recent years has been transformed into this substantial family home. The accommodation is well proportioned with large rooms and high ceilings throughout the property, in addition to the many period features of its era including beams, fireplaces and even an old well. Viewing is high recommended to appreciate the space and character on offer.
Accommodation comprises:-
Entrance hallway
Sitting room
Dining room
Kitchen/breakfast room
Utility room
Study
Studio (currently used as a therapy room)
Cloakroom
Five double bedrooms
Bathroom with shower
Attractive rear garden
Outbuilding/Games room (former garage)
Ample driveway parking
Double glazed throughout
The Property
A wonderful oak door leads into the entrance hallway with doors left and right accessing two fabulous reception rooms overlooking the front aspect, both of which boast handsome brick fireplaces housing cast iron wood-burning stoves. Updated just a few years ago, the kitchen/breakfast room offers ideal space with ample room for refectory table, chairs and dressers; double glazed French doors lead out to an attractive patio. The kitchen comprises a fantastic range of cream wall and base units with granite worktops over, inset ceramic sink with hot and cold mixer tap and space for range cooker with extractor hood over, a useful utility room with sink and storage cupboards as well as useful door into dining room offers space for fridge/freezer as well as space and plumbing for washing machine, tumble drier and dishwasher. A rear hallway/study with stable door to patio, leads round to the studio/therapy room where the current vendor works from home. An internal cloakroom comprises WC and washbasin.
Stairs rise from the kitchen to a large landing area giving access to all upstairs accommodation. Three impressively spacious bedrooms overlook the front aspect with two further double bedrooms overlooking rear and side gardens respectively. A fully tiled and contemporary style bathroom completes the accommodation and comprises double-ended bath, separate shower, pedestal washbasin, WC and chrome heated towel rail.
AGENTS NOTE: The property must be viewed to appreciate the size and character on offer.
Outside and Outbuilding
The property is approached by a large driveway leading off the A140 offering ample parking for several cars. Double gates at the side of the house open up to reveal a further driveway leading up to the former garage/games room. This room, with storage space above and personal door to side, has been partially converted and could, with a little work, be made into an independent annexe or studio with water and toilet facilities.
Enjoying complete privacy, the fully enclosed rear garden is a good size and is mainly laid to lawn with some attractive borders, well stocked with a colourful variety of shrubs and perennials. A fabulous patio area is accessed from both the kitchen/breakfast room and rear hallway and offers ideal space for outside entertaining. To the side of the house is the old well.
Location
The property is conveniently situated just off the A140 next to Cherry Lane Garden Centre, outside the picturesque village of Pulham Market. The village has a local shop, public house, doctors and a primary school, with larger services located in the neighbouring village of Long Stratton and the market town of Harleston. Buses pass through the village regularly going to and from Norwich, Diss and Harleston. The cathedral city of Norwich is located approximately 15 miles north and has an abundance of services including two shopping centres, a hospital and a mainline train station leading directly to London Liverpool Street.
Tenure
Vacant possession of the freehold will be given upon completion.
Fixtures & Fittings
All fixtures and fittings including curtains are specifically excluded from the sale, but may be available in addition, subject to separate negotiation.
Agents Note
The property is offered subject to and with the benefit of all rights of way, whether public or private, all way leaves, easements and other rights of way whether specifically mentioned or not.
Services
Mains electricity and water connected. Oil fired radiator central heating.
Local Authority
South Norfolk District Council
Tax Band: E
Energy Rating: TBC
Postcode: IP21 4XP
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