Property description

Sowerbys are delighted to offer this most individual of family homes, pleasantly situated in a small rural hamlet a few miles to the south of Dereham. Rarely does one single property fulfil such a variety of requirements as Gables Farm, with generously sized accommodation in the main bungalow, a self-contained one-bedroom cottage which provides around 1,000 sq./ft. of internal floor space and a 100' x 12' barn which previously was a successful dog-grooming business.



The main bungalow is neatly presented and extends to around 1,500 sq./ft. of internal floor space with accommodation comprising entrance porch, sitting room with woodburner, spacious and well-appointed kitchen/dining room, utility room and shower room; with an inner hall which provides access to three double bedrooms and the family bathroom. The master bedroom comes complete with an en-suite shower room and a large dressing room which could easily be adapted in to a fourth double bedroom. The master bedroom and kitchen enjoy delightful views over the rear garden.  

WESTFIELD Westfield is situated in a semi-rural hamlet on the outskirts of the popular market town of Dereham. Dereham is a busy market town mixing both the new with the old. Free parking allows you time to stroll around seeking out the restaurants and cafes or for an afternoon shop. There are museums, a leisure centre, golf course and schools within the town, or for the nature lovers take a stroll along the Neatherd Moor and the Vicarage Meadow. Slightly further afield are the ruins of the Saxon Cathedral at North Elmham, the wildlife and Dinosaur Parks, Pensthorpe, a bird lovers paradise and Thetford Forest Park. Norwich has good local transport links with the town and has an international airport and a mainline rail link to Liverpool Street, London. 

ACCOMMODATION COMPRISES:- Timber door opening into... 

ENTRANCE PORCH 7' 11" x 5' 0" (2.43m x 1.54m) A well sized and brightly lit entrance porch with UPVC double glazed windows to either side, tiled flooring and beamed ceiling. Ample space for the storage of boots, coats and shoes and a partially glazed UPVC inner door opening into the sitting room. 

SITTING ROOM 20' 3" x 13' 4" (6.19m x 4.07m) Pleasantly proportioned main reception room with a cast-iron wood-burning stove set upon an elevated hearth within a brick built fireplace serving as the rooms main focal point. UPVC double glazed windows to front and side, beamed ceiling, television point, radiator and doors to the inner hall and kitchen/dining room. 

KITCHEN/DINING ROOM 20' 4" x 11' 2" (6.20m x 3.42m) Another well sized family area with a selection of timber fronted base level and wall mounted storage units extending along two walls with fitted work surface which incorporate a single bowl stainless steel sink unit under a UPVC double glazed window which enjoys views across the rear garden. A feature brick chimney breast houses a range oven with an attractive tiled surround, with larder style storage units built to the side. Plumbing and space for a slim line dishwasher and space for a low level appliance. In the section of the room opposite the fitted kitchen there is space for a large dining table with chairs, with two further windows with obscure glass on the gable wall. Television point, radiator, and door to utility room. 

UTILITY ROOM 8' 7" x 4' 10" (2.64m x 1.49m) Doubling up as a rear entrance lobby, with a partially glazed UPVC door and adjacent window opening in from the garden. Plumbing and space for a washing machine alongside a recess for an upright freezer. Fitted wall mounted storage units and doors opening to a useful storage cupboard and the shower room. 

SHOWER ROOM Neatly appointed suite comprising tiled enclosure with glass door and chrome shower over, pedestal hand basin and close coupled WC. Partially tiled walls, obscure glass window to rear and radiator. 

INNER HALL Extending throughout the spine of the bungalow, with doors opening to three bedrooms and the main bathroom. 

BEDROOM ONE 14' 0" x 14' 2" (4.27m x 4.34m) Well proportioned double bedroom with a UPVC double glazed window looking straight out over the rear garden. The master bedroom is currently configured into an impressive suite with doors opening to the dressing room and en-suite. Television point and radiator. 

EN-SUITE Comprising double width tiled enclosure with glass screen and electric shower over, pedestal hand basin and close coupled WC. Tiled flooring, partially tiled walls, heated towel rail and obscure glass window to rear.  

DRESSING ROOM/BEDROOM FOUR 10' 10" x 12' 5" (3.31m x 3.79m) Currently set out as the dressing room with an inner door linking from the master bedroom, this room could comfortably accommodate a double bed and additional bedroom furniture. It should also be noted that reinstating a door from the inner hallway to this room would be straight forward. UPVC double glazed window to rear and radiator. 

BEDROOM TWO 15' 10" x 9' 11" (4.83m x 3.03m) Spacious double bedroom with a UPVC double glazed window overlooking the front garden. Television point and radiator. 

BEDROOM THREE 14' 11" x 10' 0" (4.55m x 3.06m) Another generously sized double bedroom with a UPVC double glazed window to the front aspect. Television point and radiator. 

FAMILY BATHROOM Comprising panel sided bath with tiled surround and shower over, pedestal hand basin and close coupled WC. Double doors to a built-in heated airing cupboard, tiled flooring, obscure glass window to side and radiator. 

THE COTTAGE In addition to the main accommodation there is a separate dwelling on the site, which is far more than a conventional 'annexe'. With around 1,000 sq./ft. of internal floor space, The Cottage enjoys generous proportions and has been finished to a superb standard throughout. The ground floor is predominantly open-plan, with a stylishly appointed shower room and entrance porch. Upstairs there is a large double bedroom, dressing room and cloakroom. 

ACCOMMODATION COMPRISES:- A brick weave path extends around the perimeter of the cottage with a UPVC entrance door on the side wall opening into the porch. 

PORCH 8' 11" x 4' 2" (2.72m x 1.28m) A pleasantly bright and spacious entrance area with oak doors opening to the main living area and the shower room, with glass panels allowing natural light into the main living area. Windows to either side of the front door and radiator. 

MAIN LIVING AREA 31' 5" x 19' 9" > 10' 4" (9.58m x 6.02m > 3.17m) Unlike many 'annexes', the accommodation on offer here is both spacious and finished to the highest quality. The living area is open-plan and currently comprises three main areas. At the rear of the space there is a comfortable seating area with a pair of fully glazed double doors opening onto the rear garden and windows to either side. In the corner of the room an attractive hand made timber staircase rises to the first floor with contemporary glazed panel balustrading. The central section of the room currently houses a family sized dining table with six chairs, which is then open to the stylishly appointed fitted kitchen. The kitchen, located towards the front of the ground floor comprises a range of base level and wall mounted storage units under fitted work surface which incorporate a 1.5 resin sink unit with mixer tap and also a breakfast bar. Space for a range cooker with built-in extractor hood over and plumbing and space beneath the counter tops for a dishwasher. Plumbing and space for an American style fridge/freezer and under unit lighting. UPVC double glazed window overlooking the front garden and door to utility room. The majority of the ground floor is carpeted, however the kitchen area has a tiled floor. In all there are three radiators within the living area and a television point adjacent to the glazed door at the rear. 

UTILITY ROOM Accessed directly from the kitchen area, with a range of fitted shelving, built-in storage units and fitted worktops which allow for a washing machine and tumble dryer to be stacked above one another. Radiator. 

SHOWER ROOM Beautifully appointed shower room comprising double width tiled enclosure with curved glass screen and shower over, close coupled WC and a pair of free standing hand basin's built over a glass top vanity unit with storage below. Further range of wall mounted storage units with mirrored fronts and a chrome heated towel. Built-in airing cupboard with fitted shelving, tiled flooring, radiator and window to front.  

BEDROOM 21' 0" x 11' 10" (6.42m x 3.63m) The staircase rises directly into a generously proportioned double bedroom with a UPVC double glazed window on the gable wall which enjoys outstanding views of the gardens and neighbouring countryside. A pair of Velux roof lights allows further natural light into the room. Television point, radiator and doors opening to the dressing room and cloakroom. 

DRESSING ROOM 9' 9" x 12' 2" (2.99m x 3.71m) A versatile room which is currently set out as a walk-in wardrobe/dressing area, however this room could equally suitable as a nursery or a child's bedroom. Hatch to low level storage compartment, Velux roof light to side and radiator. 

CLOAKROOM Comprising close coupled WC and corner mounted hand basin. 

BARN The barn is set away from the house and at present, is set up for use as a small business. In total, the barn is around 100' in length with the first part currently partitioned in to three main rooms which the business uses. Beyond the business area, there are further bays set up as storage and workshop space, along with a games room. The building is of timber construction, with the reception, salon and waiting area all fully insulated. As well as taking on the current dog grooming business, the barn would also make an ideal premises for a hair/beauty salon, massage/therapy studio or as offices. 

ACCOMMODATION COMPRISES:- Paved seating area with partially glazed timber doors opening into… 

RECEPTION AREA 12' 1" x 11' 3" (3.69m x 3.43m) A well-presented room with a pair of base level storage units with work surfaces over which incorporate a single bowl stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap. High durability vinyl flooring with tiled upstands, timber framed double window to side, wall mounted electric heater and stable door to salon. 

SALON 12' 1" x 11' 3" (3.69m x 3.43m) A length of fitted work surface extends along one wall below which there are fitted units and drawers, with a sink unit set into the worktops. Vinyl flooring with tiled upstands, timber double doors opening to the side, timber framed double glazed window and wall mounted electric heater. Stable door to the waiting room. 

WAITING ROOM 8' 0" x 11' 3" (2.46m x 3.45m) Timber door opening to the paved area at the side of the barn, timber framed double glazed window, wall mounted electric heated and doors opening to the cloakroom and the plant room. 

CLOAKROOM Comprising close coupled WC and wall mounted hand basin. 

PLANT ROOM A useful storage room housing the barns independent pressurised hot water cylinder along with fitted shelving units and space for an appliance. 

From the paved patio are at the side of the barn there a further double doors opening to the remainder of the barn, which includes: 

STORAGE SHED 11' 10" x 12' 1" (3.62m x 3.70m) A useful storage area which could easily be adapted into further commercial space pending the necessary consent. Internal power and lighting.  

GAMES ROOM 24' 10" x 11' 7" (7.59m x 3.55m) The largest bay within the barn, which again could be adapted into addition commercial space. Currently this room is set out as a games room housing a full sized table tennis table. Power and lighting and inner door to workshop.  

WORKSHOP 11' 8" x 11' 7" (3.58m x 3.54m) Internal power and lighting, window to side and door to one of two storage rooms. 

STORAGE ROOM ONE 12' 0" x 5' 8" (3.66m x 1.74m) Window to side, fitted shelving unit, power, lighting and door to storage room two. 

STORAGE ROOM TWO 11' 9" x 5' 10" (3.60m x 1.80m) Rear door and windows to two side. Power and lighting. 

OUTSIDE The property is approached from the quiet country lane through a timber gate which leads on to a shingle driveway, extending around the side of the property to a parking area at the rear. In all, the grounds extend to around 1.04 acres (sts) with the majority being laid to immaculately maintained lawns. The property shares its boundaries to the south and east with a neighbouring equestrian property, with the stable block and training area providing the most delightful of backdrops to the views from the house. The barn extends long the northern boundary, alongside a timber kennel and dog enclosure. Areas of paving flank the rear elevation of the bungalow and cottage, as well as the entire length of the barn. 

THE BUNGALOW ENERGY EFFICIENCY RATING D. Ref:- 9375-2845-6206-9605-6811

To retrieve the Energy Performance Certificate for this property please visit https://www.epcregister.com/ and enter in the reference number above. 

THE COTTAGE ENERGY EFFICIENCY RATING C. Ref:- 9308-8046-6236-5420-8910

To retrieve the Energy Performance Certificate for this property please visit https://www.epcregister.com/ and enter in the reference number above. 

SERVICES The property is connected to mains electricity, oil fired central heating, septic tank drainage and a private water supply shared with three other properties.