House For Sale £350,000
The Norfolk agents are pleased to offer this highly individual character property, situated overlooking open parkland in the popular village of Snettisham. Originally built as the Gatehouse to Snettisham House, the property has been lovingly restored and extended, with no shortage of character features still on display. Internally, the original shutters and sash boxes around the windows are in working order, whilst externally, the stonework and intricate detail in the timber barge boards is exceptional.
There are miles of countryside walks virtually from the doorstep of the property and the beach is only a short car journey away; whilst the vibrant village centre, which offers a range of amenities, is only a 2-minute walk away.
In recent years, the property has been successfully let out for holidays and short breaks, and is available with no onward chain.
ACCOMMODATION
Visitors are welcomed into the property through a pair of double doors, which open from the driveway into the kitchen. The bespoke kitchen includes a range of fitted storage units along two walls, incorporating a Belfast sink dishwasher and a pale blue 2-door AGA. an opening opening from the kitchen leads to the dining area, which enjoys a pleasant aspect over the neighbouring park land, with a woodburning stove, serving as the rooms main main focal point. The original entrance hall, which now opens at the rear of the property, extends throughout the ground floor with stairs, rising the first floor landing.
The delightful, sitting room is abound with character features, including a bay window to the side and a limestone fireplace, which houses another wood burner. Alongside the sitting room is the ground floor bedroom (bedroom 2), which is a comfortable double room with dual aspect views, and serve by the adjacent family bathroom.
The master bedroom suite takes up the entire first floor, with heritage roof lights, providing far reaching views. The master room is a spacious double which could incorporate a dressing area alongside a plinth with exposed brick walls, which houses a freestanding roll top bath. A separate cloakroom is accessed from the landing.
OUTSIDE
The property is approached over a private block-paved driveway, which can comfortably accommodate two vehicles. Gated access at the side of the property leads around to the south-facing garden which directly overlooks open parkland. To the west of the property there is a small garden with a variety of mature plants and shrubs.
LOCATION
Snettisham is a popular village approximately 5 miles south of Hunstanton and 10 miles north of the historic market town of King's Lynn. The village is known for its sense of community, with various clubs, groups and an active programme of events around the churches and village hall. The types of property in the village comprise a broad mixture of period cottages, farmhouses and more modern properties, along with a wide range of amenities. Within a short stroll of this property there are a variety of shops (including a new Co-op, bistro, hairdresser's and pharmacy), the award-winning Rose and Crown public house, primary school, doctor's surgery, vet's practice and a large builder's merchants. The village church is a striking feature of the landscape, with a 175ft tower and spire, thought to be one of the tallest in Norfolk. Opposite the village hall there are playing fields and a cricket pitch, which also hosts regular car boot sales and a farmer's market. An annual Victorian Christmas Fayre is held in the village square. Other local attractions include the nearby Royal Sandringham Estate, Norfolk Lavender and farm shop at Heacham, several wildlife areas (including RSPB reserves at Snettisham beach and Titchwell), the beautiful North Norfolk Coast, various golf courses, walks and sailing.
SERVICES
The property is connected to mains drainage, gas, electricity and water supply. Central heating to cast-iron radiators, with electric underfloor heating in the kitchen.
TENURE
Freehold
COUNCIL TAX BAND
B
EPC RATING
TBC
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