When imagining the perfect Norfolk village cottage, one pictures a traditional brick and flint exterior, time worn pamment floors below and exposed beams above, and this pretty home meets every one of those expectations.

Western Cottage most likely began as two farm worker cottages that have moulded into one at some point over the intervening generations, to form what it is today. As such, there is a very nice balance of flexible and practical living space on the ground floor; to the front is the reception room with its central log burner creating the very essence of a cosy and welcoming atmosphere. Then you are through to the dining room with a table which will comfortably seat six, and this room overlooks, and has access out to, the garden. Back around to the front of the house and you find the very pretty kitchen/breakfast room which, with its wooden units and butler's sink, really is a room full of character. Unusually for a cottage there is also a large downstairs shower room and WC, ideally positioned for washing down after a muddy winter walk or a sandy summer's day on the beach. Upstairs there are three proper double bedrooms and they share the upstairs bathroom with shower.

Step outside the back door and you are under a covered open-sided porch that links through to a sheltered seating area that the unpredictable English summer weather cannot spoil. However, on those other golden days, the enclosed south facing patio garden is an absolute sun trap where you can sit and enjoy the peace and birdsong of Norfolk.

Western Cottage has been a much loved home from home for the current owners for the last 20 years, they have loved the long dog walks down the track opposite, the wild geese flying over in the autumn, muntjac, roe and red deer, mad March hares and the constant changing birdsong as the seasons revolve.

It will also come as no surprise that the cottage has also been a very successful holiday let with visitors returning year after year commenting in the visitor's book on its peacefulness and how thoroughly relaxing they have always found it. It is now time for new owners to begin creating their own happy memories here.
 

SOUTH CREAKE A very popular rural village, South Creake has a pretty village green through which the River Burn runs.

The Ostrich pub has recently undergone a huge refurbishment and now provides not only an intimate village pub but also an outstanding restaurant. There is a homegrown fruit and vegetable stall, a children's play area, tennis courts and fishing lakes.

The village has a vibrant community and the busy village hall is home to many events.

South Creake is about five miles from the village of Burnham Market which is located close to the mouth of the River Burn, believed to be the source of its name, the village has long been associated with naval hero Admiral Horatio Nelson, who lived at nearby Burnham Thorpe.
A refined elegance permeates every aspect of village life, from the traditional homewares found at Uttings, the locals 'go-to' for household essentials, to sampling tasty treats at the Tuscan Farm Shop, Humble Pie Deli or Gurneys Fish Shop – this is a place to savour the finer things. For amenities, Burnham Market Stores is well-stocked and The Post Office, Burnham Motors Garage - for mechanical needs - and the petrol station are all also very useful. Eating out is also a joy with award winning Socius serving a British-inspired tapas menu on the edge of Foundry Place, and NoTwenty9's bar, restaurant and courtyard provides a relaxed spot to wine and dine on warm summer's nights.

Fakenham and Wells-next-the-Sea both have primary and secondary schools.

South Creake is perfectly positioned for the beautiful north Norfolk coast. 

SERVICES CONNECTED Mains electricity, water and drainage. Oil fired central heating and wood-burner.
 

COUNCIL TAX Band C. 

ENERGY EFFICIENCY RATING To be confirmed.
To retrieve the Energy Performance Certificate for this property please visit and enter in the reference number above. Alternatively, the full certificate can be obtained through Sowerbys.
 

TENURE Freehold. 

LOCATION What3words: ///ledge.jammy.forgets
 

AGENT'S NOTE This cottage receives an income from the solar panels which equates to approximately £500 per annum and historically has covered the electrical running costs of the property. 

PROPERTY REFERENCE 42130