Property description
Norwich - 6.6 miles
Loddon - 6.1 miles
Poringland - 4.1 miles
Wonderfully spacious red-brick cottage set within the sought after village of Rockland St Mary found just South of Norwich with pretty gardens and off road parking. Boasting five bedrooms, three reception rooms, large kitchen/breakfast room, two bathrooms and original character throughout.
Accommodation comprises briefly:
Entrance Hall
Three Reception Rooms
Kitchen/Breakfast Room
Downstairs Cloakroom
Study/Downstairs Bedroom
Family Bathroom
Four Bedrooms
Modern Shower Room
Good-Sized Garden
Off-Road Parking
Brick Outbuilding
The Property
Stepping through the front door of the property brings one into a spacious and welcoming entrance hall, with wood-effect flooring found underfoot and doors leading to all rooms as well as a large storage cupboard. The first room on the right is a well-proportioned reception room which is flooded with natural light from the dual aspect overlooking the front garden and to the side. Also to the front of the property is another good-sized room which could be used as a study or play room, although it's currently serves its purpose as a downstairs bedroom. One passes the cloakroom, with hand basin and wc, before leading through to the snug and sitting room which benefits from a Villager multi-fuel stove serving as a charming focal point. A large double glazed window looks across to the front aspect with a glazed door at the rear in the snug opens out onto the patio and into the pretty garden. The final room on the ground floor is the wonderfully open kitchen/breakfast room which one steps down into and is found at the rear of the property. The kitchen is at one end and is fitted with cream base and wall units and solid wood worktops and beautiful Victorian Quarry tiles are found underfoot. A porcelain one and a half bowl sink can be found next to the back door, opening into the rear garden, and there is ample space for all appliances as well as a range-style cooker. The kitchen opens to the large breakfast/dining area which is fitted with further base and wall units at one end and French doors open into the garden at the other. Climbing the staircase from the entrance hall brings one onto a light and spacious landing with a window looking across the garden found opposite large built-in cupboards providing ample storage. At the far end of the landing is the smallest of the four upstairs bedrooms and is thus used as a dressing room although would make a charming single bedroom with a large fitted wardrobe. The three further bedrooms are all double rooms with the master enjoying breath-taking views across the fields to the front of the property and views over Rockland Broad to the side. The family bathroom is found at the far end of the landing and benefits from a white three-piece suite and a large fitted cupboard concealing the water cylinder and providing plenty of storage for towels. Across from the largest of the bedrooms is the contemporary shower room which comprises of WC, hand basin, corner shower, and heated towel rail; as well as some original exposed beams hinting at the age of this spacious property and providing an abundance of character.
Outside
The property is set within a good-sized plot with a small patch of grass running along the front of the attractive red brick façade, encompassed by a mature hedge which continues down the side of the property and conceals the oil tank. A wooden five-bar gate opens into the rear of the grounds and opens onto a gravelled area which provides parking for two cars. From here, a small pathway leads to the patio area which is an idyllic spot for outside entertaining or al-fresco dining. Steps lead down from the patio area into the garden which is mainly laid to lawn with an enchanting assortment of shrubs and planting wrapping around the boundary and along the fence line. At the far end of the garden is a gravelled area with two timber sheds sitting adjacent to a generous brick built outbuilding with pan-tiled roof which could lend itself to a variety of uses.
Location
Hill House is situated on New Inn Hill in the very popular village of Rockland St Mary. There are excellent local shopping and transport facilities, including a village shop with post office, two pubs, primary school and bus service to Framingham Earl High School. The South Norfolk Broads are within easy reach, there are excellent walks in the area and Rockland Broad and the River Yare are close by with The New Inn public house which provides access to the Broads network. There is a regular bus service to Norwich which comes via Loddon which is a nearby market town offering further shops and facilities. The Cathedral City of Norwich is approx 6 miles distant and provides a full range of cultural and commercial facilities, including a mainline train link to London Liverpool Street (approx 1hr 54 mins).
Fixtures and Fittings
All fixtures and fittings are specifically excluded from the sale, but may be available in addition, subject to separate negotiation.
Services
Oil fired central heating and hot water. Mains drains, water and electricity.
EPC Rating: E
Local Authority
South Norfolk District Council
Tax Band: D
Postcode: NR14 7HP
Agents Note
It 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.
Tenure
Vacant possession of the freehold will be given upon completion.
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