5 bedroom barn conversion for sale

North Farm Barn stands on the edge of the picturesque village of Great Hockham which is positioned towards the south of the delightful county of Norfolk. Within close proximity to the market towns of Attleborough and Hingham, it's a great location to traverse the county and beyond with convenient access to the A11 which is just a few miles away. This Grade II listed barn was converted and completed in 2016/17 by a well-respected local builder who specialises in delighting his clients with bespoke high specification finishes with attention to detail being paramount.

From the property's façade you will note the double height windows, synonymous with period barn conversions, which extend from ground level all the way to the roofline allowing an abundance of light to fill the property. The timber shutters equally provide a useful addition for privacy and seclusion. The property is approached to one side via a five-bar gated gravelled driveway which grants access to the rear of the property, where a decked pathway runs along the rear elevation to the primary entrance, a pair of glazed double doors.

Opening into the property's entrance hall, the ceiling steadily rises up to reveal the epitome of a stunning barn conversion: its double-height vaulted ceiling living space, with a wealth of exposed timbers and beams. The size and scope of this space is only interrupted by the striking, architecturally designed, spiralled staircase and suspended mezzanine walkway which grants access to the first floor accommodation.

Moving through into the sitting room, the ceiling height lowers to create a more warm and intimate feel, and you will discover a delightful inset wood-burner which is a real feature and excellent for keeping warm on a winters eve.

Progressing through the ground floor, the kitchen/breakfast room has been fitted beautifully with a range of shaker-style units topped with granite worksurfaces, and a must-have central island, of course with a host of high specification appliances which one might expect. The range of bespoke windows and doors allow a great deal of natural light to enter the room whilst providing an excellent view onto the decking, gardens and fields beyond.

Finishing up on the ground floor to the adjacent side, a well-appointed utility room grants access to a luxurious bathroom, which serves two ground floor bedrooms, and a study/fifth bedroom, as required.

Moving up to the first floor, via the aforementioned spiral staircase and onto the suspended landing flanked with glazed balustrades, access is granted to two impressive bedroom suites, each with their own highly specified en-suite facilities and walk-in wardrobes. Again, these rooms feature a contemporary finish and, with vaulted ceilings which frame the delightfully exposed timbers, provide a cosy warmth with their character and charm.

Externally, the gardens are equally delightful, a southerly aspect can be enjoyed with many different areas to be explored, along with the stunning fields onto which the property backs. A timber deck extends from the kitchen, and offers the perfect spot for alfresco dining. The remaining garden has been landscaped with low level hedging which intersects differing areas. The property features a wealth of mature shrubs, a range of trees including a variety of fruit trees, raised vegetable beds, along with a wood store to the rear of the large double garage with twin sets of hinged doors, ample eaves storage, light and power, as one might expect.

All said, this amazing barn and the quality finishes both inside and out need to be viewed in order to be fully appreciated.
 

GREAT HOCKHAM A picturesque village, Great Hockham has the village green at its centre. The village currently has a primary school (100 pupils) and a popular pub, The Eagle. There is a church, community hall and playing field on the outskirts of the village and there are also a number of nearby campsites. Within walking distance of the village is Thetford Forest, with its numerous walks and trails (including the Pingo Trail) and the Peddars way forms part of the village's western parish boundary. Hockham is well known for the former Breckland author Christopher Bush (1885-1973), who wrote under both his own name and the pseudonym Michael Home. His Breckland novels give an excellent insight into village life at the turn of the 19th century.

Attleborough is a market town situated within the Breckland district and is located about eight miles away. The town has a range of amenities including four schools, a town hall, shops, coffee shops, bars, restaurants, takeaway restaurants and a doctors. If you are looking for attractions nearby you will find Banham Zoo, Melsop Farm Park, Wretham Nature Reserve, Grimes Graves, Lynford Arboretum and Oxborough Hall. Every Thursday in Attleborough you will still find the local market which was originally established in 1226. Wymondham, with its renowned high school and college, is a 20 minute drive away. There are supermarkets, a Waitrose, specialist shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants.

For those wishing to travel further there is the A11 with good road access to Norwich, Cambridge and London. And there are local trains from Diss to Norwich or Liverpool Street or Thetford to Kings Cross via Cambridge.
 

SERVICES CONNECTED Mains electricity, water and drainage. Oil fired central heating with underfloor heating to ground floor and radiators to first floor.
 

COUNCIL TAX Band F. 

ENERGY EFFICIENCY RATING An Energy Performance Certificate is not required due to the property being Grade II Listed.
 

TENURE Freehold. 

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AGENT'S NOTE A selection of the pictures were originally taken in spring/summer 2023 and have been used to showcase the garden in the warmer months. 

PROPERTY REFERENCE 28193 

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