Property description
Beccles - 6 miles
Bungay - 10.1 miles
Norwich - 20.2 miles
A Beautifully presented, five double bedroom Georgian country house. The property boasts an imposing, unique feature reception room, formally the village forge, which is the heart of the house. Located on the Norfolk/Suffolk border, in a rural position close to the coast, the Broads, Norwich, local towns and villages. Flexible ground floor accommodation gives the potential of a granny annexe. Large garage/workshop, gardens of approx 0.9 acres, no onward chain complications.
Accommodation comprises briefly:
Entrance hall
Sitting room
Kitchen/Breakfast Room
The Former Forge/Reception Room
Two Downstairs Bedrooms And Shower Room
Master En-Suite
Two Further Bedrooms
Family Bathroom
Large Gardens
Driveway Parking
Double Garage
CHAIN FREE
The Property
Upon entering the property one is welcomed into the beautifully converted old forge. This room benefits from exposed beams, solid wood floor and the original forge fire. As well as being light and airy this room also gives access to double bedroom and the granny annexe which has a further bedroom with built in wardrobe, shower room and french doors leading to the garden. The kitchen/breakfast room was designed and installed by a local company and has white doors, ceramic sink, built in microwave/oven, dishwasher, fridge/freezer and gas hob. This room can be accessed from the forge, dining room and hall. The utility room is accessed from the kitchen and has space and plumbing for a washing machine and tumble dryer. The Dining room has ample space for a large dining table and chairs. The open victorian fireplace is the main focal point of the room and there is a french door leading to the garden. Completing the downstairs accommodation is the sitting room which has a reproduction black cast iron fireplace with original surround.
The master bedroom enjoys beautiful views over the garden and accesses the en-suite shower room which has a white suite, heated towel rail, storage cupboard and also loft access. There is a further bedroom which is double in size and benefits from a fitted double wardrobe and original feature fireplace. The third upstairs bedroom is a single and is currently used as a home office. The walk in airing cupboard is accessed from the landing via a sliding door. The family bathroom has been recently decorated with new white suite and cream base units.
Outside
The secluded garden lies mainly to the south and east of the property and comprises lawn, well stocked borders, vegetable patch and a large range of mature trees and shrubs. There is a greenhouse, shed and summerhouse with views across the garden and seating areas for rural views. There are two patio areas for morning/evening dining. A gravelled driveway gives access to the garage and rear of the house. There is pedestrian access from the lane, through a brick arch to the front door.
Location
Wheatacre is a small village 6 miles from Beccles market town. Local facilities include a pub/restaurant (0.5 mile) and Waveney River Centre with shop/pub/indoor pool/boating/mooring (1.5 mile). There is horse livery within the village. Beccles has a good range of shops, restaurants, schools and hourly rail service to Ipswich/London. The city of Norwich is 20 miles with its international airport and intercity rail. The towns of Lowestoft and Great Yarmouth are both about 13 miles away.
Directions
Leave Beccles by A146 towards Norwich. At BP garage roundabout, turn right onto A143 towards Great Yarmouth. In 1 mile, turn right towards Aldeby onto Hollow Hill Road. Keep on this road for 3 miles travelling through Aldeby and into Wheatacre. At the cross road, turn left into Pit Road and Church Lane is the second left. The Property will be on the left which can be identified by our Musker McIntyre 'For Sale' board.
Fixtures & 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. Private Drainage. Solar powered hot water facilities.
Local Authority
South Norfolk District Council
Tax Band: G
Postcode: NR34 0AU
EPC Rating: G
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.
Tenure
Vacant possession of the freehold will be given upon completion.
Property Features :
- Detached Georgian Property
- Spacious Reception Room (The Old Forge)
- Five Bedroom, One En-suite And Two Bathrooms
- Two Further Reception Rooms
- Beautiful Original Features
- Kitchen/Breakfast Room
- New Built Double Detached Garage
- Landscaped Gardens
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