Property description
Harleston - 4.9 miles
Bungay - 5.5 miles
Norwich - 15 miles
Delightful and versatile Grade II listed detached cottage sitting in an enviable position by the beck in an established plot of approx. 1 acre and further benefitting from excellent business potential with a separate annexe and an impressive collection of large workshops and office space. Inspection by viewing is essential to appreciate the space, potential and location on offer.
Accommodation comprises:-
Reception hall/study
Sitting room
Dining room
Kitchen
Garden room
Downstairs bathroom
Three double bedrooms
Gardens within a plot of approx. 1 acre
Greenhouse
Potting shed
Workshop with integrated garage
Parking for at least 8 cars
Annexe
Kitchen/Living room
Two bedrooms
Shower room
Parking/Garden
Workshop
Store room
Office/workshop
Workshop
Utility room
WC
3 car workshop
Garage
The Property
The charm and character of Beck Cottage is immediately evident on entering the reception hall/study with its wonderful exposed beams and studwork and attractive feature fireplace. The sitting room also overlooks the front aspect and boasts attractive exposed timberwork and an inglenook fireplace housing a cast iron wood-burning stove (please note there is some restricted head height in this room). An inner hallway leads through to the dining room with window to side, fireplace with recess on one side and ample space for dining table and dressers. A step down leads into the kitchen with tiled floor and window over rear garden. Fitted with a good range of solid wood wall and base units with marble effect worktop, inset 1 ¼ bowl sink and drainer and tiled splashbacks, there is also space in the kitchen for fridge and electric cooker and space and plumbing for dishwasher. There is a large understairs larder cupboard also housing meters and fuse box. Overlooking the rear is a good sized garden room with door to side and useful walk-in cupboard with space and hanging for boots and coats. Off the rear hallway, a fully tiled downstairs bathroom with window to rear comprises 3 piece white suite with wood panelled bath with shower over. Stairs rise from the hallway to an upstairs landing with window to rear. Three beautifully presented double bedrooms overlook front, rear and side respectively with each one showcasing the fabulous exposed, original timberwork and character of the cottage.
Outside
Beck Cottage enjoys an enviable and romantic setting backing onto the beck with beautiful and established gardens running alongside. To the rear of the large outbuilding a patio area provides ideal space for outside entertaining. Primarily laid to lawn, the garden is fenced off as it slopes down towards the beck with beautiful borders planted up with a colourful array of perennials and shrubs. A substantial and well tended kitchen garden area at the end of the garden is fully fenced and enclosed and is ideal for any potential purchaser looking for a self sufficient lifestyle. A timber storage shed and greenhouse are further included in the sale.
Annexe
To the right hand side of the garden is a newly renovated and attractive detached annexe with entrance porch, spacious kitchen/living room, two bedrooms and shower room. A lawned area at the rear provides the potential for private parking to the annexe and also some private garden.
Workshops/Office
Generous forecourt style frontage gates leads to the main house with a wrought iron gate accessing the gardens, the frontage provides parking for numerous vehicles (eight plus) and gives access to the most impressive workshop and office areas. The superb working space would provide a perfect space to run a business from or enjoy a variety of hobbies and would easily adapt for numerous uses. From the front access is gained firstly through the single garage via the barn style doors, adjacent to this a personal door leads into the workshop which mirrors the size of next but is completely independent. Adjacent to the cottage an office which measures 5.1m x 4.8m also enjoys power and light and would adapt for many uses. To the rear of this space is a triple car-length workshop, this space can be accessed from both inside the garage and smaller workshop whilst double barn doors to the side provide vehicular access.
Location
The property is located in the popular Norfolk village of Denton, which boasts a village hall and a population of around 300. Nearby Harleston is a vibrant market town, filled with historic buildings, a beautiful church and plenty of character around every corner you turn. It further boasts an impressive array of independent shops, doctor's surgery, post office, chemist, delicatessen and several coffee shops. There is also a popular Wednesday market with free parking and the town of Diss, just a 15 minute drive away, boasts a direct train line to London Liverpool Street in 100 minutes.
More information about the village can be found online at www.denton-norfolk.co.uk
Fixtures and Fittings
All fixtures and fittings including curtains are specifically excluded from the sale, but may be available in addition, subject to separate negotiation.
Services
Private drainage.
Mains electricity and water.
Local Authority
South Norfolk District Council
Tax Band: E
Postcode: IP20 0AE
Tenure
Vacant possession of the freehold will be given upon completion.
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.
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