A handsome six bedroom family home boasting period charm and character, nestled within the sought after rural North Norfolk village of Erpingham. The Ark, which was formally a popular restaurant, has been thoughtfully restored by the current owners to provide a substantial, beautifully presented home.

Description - A beautifully renovated home offering sympathetically restored, charming and versatile accommodation, with its original features cleverly preserved. 'The Ark' now stands as an exceptional example of a 19th century home.
This six bedroom home stands on landscaped grounds measuring approximately 1.3 acres and is tucked away in the popular rural village of Erpingham, less than 5 miles from the Market Town of Aylsham and is within easy access to the beautiful North Norfolk Coastline.
The Ark is an ideal residence for those seeking a unique home, with the perfect mix of contemporary and period elements. The property offers a charming and comfortable living experience and is truly an opportunity not to be missed.

First Reception Room - This room can be accessed via the side entrance porch and provides a warm welcome; featuring a stunning brick built inglenook fireplace with tiled heart and a grand multi fuel burner. The vaulted ceiling in this room adds to the feeling of space whilst the fireplace ensures a cosy feel. There is a cast iron radiator, tiled flooring and two double glazed windows; one to the front aspect and one facing into the side porch.

Library Room - A useful space for those still working from home with a double glazed window providing a view to the side, fitted shelves, painted wood flooring and cast iron radiator.

Main Hallway - The main hallway boasts original tiled flooring with a timber framed door to the front porch, a double glazed window to the side aspect, cast iron radiator and stairs leading to the first floor.

First Cloakroom - There are two W/C's to the ground floor, the first is closest to the library room and features tiled flooring, vanity unit with decorative ceramic sink over and a W/C.

Living Room - A dual aspect room with two double glazed windows overlooking the enclosed side garden and double glazed window to the front; flooding the room with natural light. An exposed brick wall and further wood panelled walls add to the character of this room. There is a further brick built inglenook fireplace with multi fuel burner and tiled hearth. A small, built in cupboard to the side of the fireplace provides useful fuel storage and a door reveals the original staircase leading to the principle bedroom. There are two cast iron radiators.

Bedroom Two - A generously sized double room with a double glazed window and timber framed door leading out in to the enclosed side garden. There is painted wooden flooring, a cast iron radiator and fireplace which has been opened up by the current owners. Door to;

Ensuite - Fitted with a four piece suite comprising of an cast iron roll top bath with mixer taps, hand wash basin, walk in double shower with mains fed, wall mounted shower head and rain shower head over and W/C. There is patterned tile flooring, fitted shelving units, cast iron radiator and double glazed window to side with obscured glass.

Second Cloakroom - Fitted with hand wash basin, W/C and tiled flooring.

Dining Room - A grand room which is perfect for entertaining with double glazed bifold doors leading out onto the patio. Featuring tiled floor and a cast iron radiator. Doors to the kitchen and gym.

Gym - Fitted with bifold doors to the garden, a double glazed window and timber framed door to side garden, with a painted wooden floor.

Kitchen - A wonderfully light room with vaulted ceiling, velux window and two double glazed windows overlooking the garden. A fantastic feature is the Aga which has been restored and converted to electric. The kitchen is designed by Howdens and is fitted with a range of wall and base units housing ceramic double sink and drainer, integrated Bosch electric oven and top grill, dishwasher, Neff coffee machine, fridge/freezer and bin drawer. There is a Bosch induction hob with extractor fan over. An island unit provides further storage and a breakfast bar; perfect for enjoying your morning coffee with a view out into the garden. The floor is tiled. Door to;

Walk In Storage/Laundry Room - Fitted with vinyl flooring, shelving units and a window to the first reception room. The oil fired central heating boiler is located here.

Utility Room/Boot Room - Accessed via a barn style door from the kitchen, with tiled flooring and fitted with base units housing sink. There is space and plumbing for a washing machine, tumble dryer and an under counter fridge. A double glazed window looks out over the parking area with a timber framed door leading you out to the garden. Door to;

Walk In Pantry - Fitted with shelving units and exposed brick wall.

First Floor Landing - A spacious landing with double glazed velux window and painted wooden floor. Doors to all rooms;

Bedroom Six - Double glazed window to the rear aspect, fitted with carpet, radiator and clothes rail. The airing cupboard is located here hosting the water tank.

Bedroom Five - Currently used as a home office however provides a good sized double room. There is double glazed window to rear, carpet flooring and a radiator.

Bedroom Four - A double room with a double glazed window providing stunning views across the field to the Church. There is a radiator and door to;

Ensuite - A three piece suite comprising single shower cubicle, and vanity unit housing W/C and hand wash basin, extractor fan and double glazed window over looking the fields opposite.

Bedroom Three - A dual aspect room with double glazed velux window and a second window overlooking side garden and vaulted ceilings. Painted wooden floor with cast iron radiator.

Family Bathroom - A four piece suite comprising of cast iron roll top bath, walk in double shower with mains fed, wall mounted shower and rain shower head over, W/C and hand wash basin. Painted wooden floor with double glazed window to side with obscured glass and velux window, cast iron radiator, wall mounted 'de-misting' light up mirror. 'Secret door' to;

Principal Bedroom - A substantial size, dual aspect room with two double glazed windows overlooking the side garden and one to the front aspect. Painted wooden flooring, cast iron radiator and the original staircase which takes you to the living room. Door to;

Ensuite - A three piece suite comprising of double walk in shower, also with mains fed wall mounted shower and rain shower head over, hand wash basin and W/C. Cast iron radiator, tiled floor and double glazed velux window.

External - The property stands on substantial grounds measuring approximately 1.3 acres. There is a shingle parking area with space for multiple cars which can be accessed via the secure, electric timber framed gate. Here there is also a large greenhouse, raised beds, an apple tree and a shed providing useful external storage. To the side of the property is an electric car charging point also.

There is an enclosed side garden which can be accessed via a gate from the parking area or a door from the ground floor bedroom. There is a timber framed porch here with beautiful rose bushes either side. A picket fence encloses one edge of the garden with a small gate leading out to the road. A range of mature trees and hedging border this area.

The main rear garden features a private and peaceful patio seating area with a range of potted flowers and over looks the lawn. As you meander down through the garden which boasts a beautiful array of flowers, shrubs, mature trees and hedging, you'll find a fenced kitchen garden with raised beds and an orchard with multiple apple trees. There is also an enclosed area currently used as a goat pen.