Boasting a prominent and enviable position in the heart of an ever popular market town, Westbury House is a delightful three bedroom cottage which showcases a rich history alongside characterful and embracing interiors. Dating back to 1746, part of this idiosyncratic home, including the cellar, was once an inn serving locals and travellers alike, as the town began to grow around the church and the marketplace began to thrive. Now serving as a much loved private residence, the welcoming accommodation provides an idyllic base for enjoying the town and, of course, the surrounding countryside and coast.

A central hallway is flanked by two splendid receptions, most noteworthy of which is the striking sitting room. This impressive room boasts all the character one could hope for, with exposed timbers and a wood-burning stove at its heart. A clever divide provides some definition to a snug area to retreat to with a good book, whilst the main room is a welcoming space to share memories around the fire with friends and family.

A dining room is found to the other side of the hallway, with yet another wood-burning stove, whilst, to the rear of the home, the extensive fitted kitchen showcases elegant cabinetry topped with natural stone and adorned with reams of natural light.

The first floor is home to no less than three double bedrooms each retaining a character of their own. The principal bedroom enjoys generous proportions and splendid morning light through a south-east facing sash window, whilst the two further bedrooms comfortably house double beds and bring excellent versatility to the home. All bedrooms are well served by the first floor family bathroom, featuring an elegant bathroom suite including a traditional clawfoot rolltop bath.

"It's been my escape to the countryside, with a slower pace of life and beautiful surroundings."

Outside, the home provides a thriving traditional cottage garden, teeming with well-stocked beds and offering an array of pleasant areas to enjoy the sunshine or seek shelter with a good book.

 

NORTH WALSHAM A popular market town, North Walsham situated a few miles from the seaside town of Cromer and The Norfolk Broads capital, Wroxham.

The town offers many amenities including a range of supermarkets, leisure facilities, shops, primary and secondary schools, sixth form college, doctors surgeries and a cottage hospital.

Nearby East Ruston Old Vicarage provides a delightful escape, with 32 acres of stunning landscaped gardens to explore.

There are regular bus and train services to the cathedral city of Norwich, where there are a wider range of facilities including an international airport and mainline.

Situated a short commute away from Norwich with its many amenities, Wroxham is renowned for its boating culture.

Standing on the river Bure, the village is divided by the river and shares its many attractions with the neighbouring Hoveton St John. Whether on the water or congregating in the busy pubs and restaurants on offer, there is something that will capture the heart of everyone. If you choose to hire a boat, you can travel at a leisurely pace along the broads and moor up at one of the local pubs. The Ferry Inn at Horning serves food all day and offers a fantastic outdoor space and plenty of mooring.

If you would rather stay on dry land, you can wander through the riverside park and feed the ducks, enjoy afternoon tea at one of the quaint tea rooms or simply sit and watch the boats go by in a sunshine filled pub garden.

The Bure Valley railway, which started in 1900, begins its journey in the centre of Wroxham. Both a steam and diesel train run the 18 mile round trip, taking you on a tour of pretty Norfolk villages and ending in Aylsham.

 

SERVICES CONNECTED Mains electricity, water and drainage. Gas fired central heating.
 

COUNCIL TAX Band C. 

ENERGY EFFICIENCY RATING D. Ref:- 0159-2890-7634-9328-6435
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TENURE Freehold. 

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PROPERTY REFERENCE 42215 

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