Property description

THE BARN A substantial and handsome barn, timber framed construction with red brick under a clay pan-tile roof. The19th century barn benefits from a private driveway with south facing aspect and views over open countryside and woodlands. Alby Hill Barn sits on the outskirts of the tiny North Norfolk village of Alby, 8 miles from the stunning north Norfolk coast and 15 miles from the city of Norwich. Planning permission agreed to convert the barn into a five bedroom dwelling which when complete will extend to 4800sq ft.

The ground floor will house a double height open plan sitting room, open plan kitchen/breakfast/dining room and study along with four of the bedrooms, served by a family bathroom and two shower rooms.

The first floor houses a drawing room and the master bedroom with en-suite bathroom and galleried landing.

The approved addition of two wings to the barn will create an enclosed courtyard in the centre with a near perfect southerly orientation. Detailed planning permission granted 14 August 2012 N.N.D.C, Ref. PF/12/701 includes permission to add a cart shed for vehicles. Conditions include a three year time limit plus various pre commencement requirements.

 

LOCATION Alby is about 1 mile from the village of Aldborough which is famous for its large village green. There is a village shop, medical centre, Post Office, primary school and 2 public houses.

The North Norfolk coast, much of which is classified as an Area of Outstanding Beauty, is approximately 5 miles to the North. The coast has sandy beaches, bird sanctuaries, water sports and many scenic walks.

The fine city of Norwich is approximately 16 miles to the South, with historical buildings, a colourful market, and an extensive array of shops.

The region is accessible by road and rail. The nearest station is Gunton which is 5 miles away on the Sheringham to Norwich Bittern line. Norwich airport offers both domestic and international flights



 

DIRECTIONS Take A140 Cromer Road out of Norwich. Continue on this road. Take a left hand turn to Alby and then turn right onto Dovehouse Lane where the property will be found on the left. 

LOCAL AUTHORITY North Norfolk District Council – Telephone 01263 513811 

VIEWINGS Strictly by appointment through Barn Masters

Telephone – 01603 621177 office@barnmasters.co.uk www.barnmasters.co.uk

 

CONSITIONS OF SALE 1) The purchaser will covenant with the seller to construct

the main barn and west wing walls as per the approved

plans with no windows in order to ensure privacy for the

occupiers of both Alby Hill Farm and Alby Hill Barn.



2) Alby Hill Barn is to be occupied as a private dwelling

only.



3) The seller will grant access and scaffold rights to the

purchaser in order for the purchaser to demolish the

single storey building on the north elevation of the main

barn and to convert the main barn and new build the

west wing. The lean to is to be demolished within six

months of the purchase.



4) The purchaser to erect a fence to a minimum standard

of timber fencing on concrete posts with concrete gravel

boards to a height of 1.8m between points A and B on

the attached plan.



5) Nothing other than a native hedge or timber post & rail

fence shall be erected between points B and C.



6) Prior to first occupation, the brick wall between points D

and E is to be erected in accordance with the approved

plans.



7) All boundaries will belong to the barn.