Property description

An outstanding detached character cottage set in 1 acre (stms) of beautifully presented gardens comes to the market with Sowerbys. Viewing is essential to fully appreciate the quality of this property. The cottage dates back to the 17th Century and there is a wealth of exposed wall and ceiling timbers, inglenook fireplaces in both reception rooms and a bespoke fully fitted kitchen. The gardens have been meticulously designed by the current owners and boast manicured lawns to the front and rear. Electrically operated gates lead to a sweeping driveway which approaches the property and the detached double garage.  

GARVESTONE Garvestone is conveniently situated between the market towns of Dereham and Wymondham and within thirty minutes of the cathedral city of Norwich. Dereham boasts a number of good schools together with sports and leisure facilities. There is a comprehensive selection of shops, including supermarkets, pubs and restaurants and a cinema. Garvestone itself has a village primary school and is within easy reach of a number of first class golf clubs one of which being Barnham Broom. 

ACCOMMODATION COMPRISES:- Electrically operated gate leads to a sweeping drive which approaches the property. An indian sandstone pathway leads to… 

ENTRANCE PORCHWAY An oak built entrance porchway with welcome light point and oak door leading to the lounge.. 

LOUNGE 14' 0" x 13' 10" (4.27m x 4.22m) Original pamment tiled flooring, impressive inglenook fireplace with cast iron wood burner raised on a pamment tiled hearth, wall display lighting, original ceiling timbers and wall to ceiling exposed timbers. Radiator, stairs to first floor and open-plan to dining room. 

DINING ROOM 12' 8" x 12' 5" (3.86m x 3.78m) Exposed ceiling timbers, double aspect room with double glazed leaded hardwood windows, exposed floor to ceiling timbers, dimmer switch and double radiator. 

SITTING ROOM 24' 0" x 14' 0" (7.32m x 4.27m) A beautifully presented double aspect room with glazed leaded hardwood windows overlooking the front gardens and ¾ glazed doors leading to rear gardens. Inglenook fireplace set on a pamment tiled hearth with cast-iron wood-burner, television point, exposed ceiling timbers and four wall light points. Floor-to-ceiling exposed timbers and two double radiators. 

KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM 16' 11" x 12' 5" (5.16m x 3.78m) A beautifully presented fully fitted oak kitchen comprising a single drainer sink unit with water softener and mixer tap over, cupboards under and an extensive range of oak fronted eye and base level units with granite worktops and uplifts. Integral Bosch dishwasher, two-oven oil fired Aga with Bosch ceramic two ring hob to side, electric cooker panel, separate Bosch built-in oven, recess for fridge/freezer, larder cupboard, tiled flooring and exposed ceiling timbers. Double glazed leaded windows overlooking the rear gardens, half-glazed door leading to rear gardens, floor-to-ceiling exposed timbers and door to inner hallway. 

INNER HALLWAY Door to built-in boiler room housing the oil-fired boiler supplying domestic hot water and central heating, airing cupboard with shelving, radiator and door to wet room. 

WET ROOM Radiator, access to loft space, door to laundry room and door to guest bedroom. 

FURTHER HALLWAY Radiator, access to loft space, door to laundry room and door to guest bedroom. 

GUEST BEDROOM 15' 9" x 11' 10" (4.8m x 3.61m) A ground floor guest bedroom with wonderful views overlooking the gardens, three radiators, two glazed leaded hardwood windows overlooking the gardens, television point and door to dressing room. 

DRESSING ROOM Window and radiator. 

EN-SUITE Panel sided bath with separate shower over, vanity unit with washbasin inset, cupboards under, wall mounted electric towel heater, shaver socket, double glazed leaded window, fully tiled throughout and exposed ceiling timber.  

LAUNDRY ROOM 6' 10" x 5' 10" (2.08m x 1.78m) Fully fitted single drainer sink unit with mixer tap over and cupboard under, work surfaces to side, two recesses allowing plumbing for automatic washing machine and drier, radiator, tiled flooring, double glazed hardwood leaded window overlooking side garden and door leading to rear gardens. 

FIRST FLOOR  

MASTER BEDROOM 12' 10" x 10' 7" (3.91m x 3.23m) Master bedroom with a wealth of character with exposed wall and ceiling timbers, sloping ceiling, double radiator, access to eaves storage, double aspect room with skylight and leaded hardwood windows overlooking the gardens. Opening leading through to the dressing room. 

DRESSING ROOM 8' 5" x 5' 11" (2.57m x 1.8m) Currently being used for study purposes. Sloping ceiling, exposed ceiling timbers and half glazed door leading to en-suite. 

EN-SUITE Panel sided bath, vanity unit with washbasin inset, cupboards under and cupboards to side with worktop over, shaver socket and low level WC. Radiator, leaded glazed windows, exposed ceiling timbers and towel heater. 

BEDROOM TWO 13' 2" x 9' 8" (4.01m x 2.95m) A bedroom full of character with exposed wall and ceiling timbers, leaded double glazed window and radiator. 

OUTSIDE 18' 9" x 9' 6" (5.72m x 2.9m) Electrically operated gate with intercom facility and infra red CCTV system allows access to a shingled driveway approaching Rose Cottage. The gardens are beautifully maintained and are set in 1 acre (stms). The driveway leads to an off road parking and turning area for numerous vehicles and the property benefits from a detached timber built double garage with electrically operated roller doors. Further timber gates allow access into a further off road parking area for garden machinery. The front gardens are mainly laid to lawn with impressive flower and shrub borders and a variety of mature trees. There is outside lighting, electricity points, original well and an Indian sandstone paved pathway leads to the cottage. The detail that has gone into these gardens which approach the property must be viewed to be fully appreciated. An opening leads through to a private courtyard garden area which enjoys a circular base and central water feature. There is an enclosed seating area, set on an indian sandstone paved patio with wall lighting and to the side property is a 'gardeners haven' where there is a timber built garden shed measuring 18' 9" x 9' 6" (5.72m x 2.9m) with power and light. Furthermore, there is an aluminium greenhouse and a plantation preparation area. A path meanders its way through the gardens leading to a timber built bridge with flowerbeds and flower and shrub borders to side. The bridge leads over a pond to the rear gardens with a timber garden shed. The rear gardens must be viewed to fully appreciate, they are well-presented and are laid to lawn with well-stocked flower and shrub borders, a variety of shrubbery and are fully enclosed by mature hedging and mature trees. An oak gate allows access to a further fully enclosed garden area which has a patio ideal for entertaining. There is an outdoor power supply and viewing is strongly recommended to fully appreciate and enjoy what is on offer in the sale. 

COUNCIL TAX Band E. 

ENERGY EFFICIENCY RATING D. The reference number or full certificate can be obtained from Sowerbys upon request.

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