4 bedroom detached house for sale

An excellent new build in a popular north Norfolk village, with the River Stiffkey meandering along the boundary and farmland beyond.

Description

The Old Reading Room is an incredible opportunity to become part of the historic and vibrant North Norfolk village of Binham, yet with all the benefits of owning a new home. Completed in 2023 to a high standard, with high grade insulation, double glazing throughout, and air source heat pump, the convenience of new build living is nestled in a private edge of village position, with the River Stiffkey meandering along the boundary and with views over water meadows and rolling hills beyond. There are very few one off new builds in this area of North Norfolk, particularly in such a wonderful setting.

The contemporary interiors are brilliantly balanced with the traditional brick and flint exterior, under a pantile roof with lead dormers and aluminium windows. The focal point for the living space is the expansive kitchen/breakfast room, an open plan area comprising a fitted kitchen with island unit opening out to a vaulted ceiling dining/living area. With floor to ceiling glazing and velux windows, this room has an abundance of natural light, with bi-fold doors out to a west facing terrace, with both the inside and outside space enjoying fine views out over the garden, to the river and countryside beyond. Rural living has been factored into the layout, with a utility room with external door, therefore ideal for cleaning down after muddy walks to The Parlour café of Binham Priory. The house has been future proofed, with a useful ground floor shower room adjoining a bedroom or study. There is a comfortable sitting room with fireplace, and a further reception room to be used as required. Upstairs are two double bedrooms, both spacious rooms with plenty of natural light, with a central bathroom.

Outside
The house is approached from the south, through wooden gates mounted on an attractive brick and flint wall that spans the entire front of gardens and grounds.

A gravelled parking and turning area adjoins the house, with planning consent in place for a two bay cart lodge with first floor with velux windows to one side of the parking area. The gardens are laid to lawn, sweeping away to the banks of the River Stiffkey that meanders along the entirety of the northern boundary, a delight for nature and something to consider when landscaping the gardens further. A paved terrace looks out over the gardens, with a westerly aspect and ideal for outside dining and entertaining. External lights compliment the house.

Location

Binham is deservedly one of the most popular of the traditional brick and flint villages lying just inland from the North Norfolk Coast and still retains everyday facilities including a village shop, public house ‘The Chequers, and the fantastic café/farm shop ‘The Parlour and ‘The Little Dairy’, set beside the priory in traditional farm buildings, serving excellent local food and selling local dairy produce with a cheese vending machine, raw milk and coffee. The priory church of Binham, a former Benedictine priory with some impressive monastic ruins and the fine priory church with its splendid 13th century west front, is within view of the house.

The picturesque Georgian town of Holt is about 6 miles and is renowned for its award winning restaurants, boutique shops and other excellent amenities. Holt is also the home to Greshams Preparatory and Public School. Beeston Hall Preparatory School is further along the coast between Sheringham and East Runton. The North Norfolk Coast at Stiffkey is about 1.5 miles to the north and Blakeney about 3 miles. The North Norfolk Coast, much of which is classified as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty has excellent beaches, good sailing and bird watching facilities.

The cathedral and university city of Norwich is about 25 miles to the southeast and has a thriving business community and is a regional centre for shopping and cultural activities with its renowned theatre. Norwich has a mainline railway station with regular trains to London Liverpool Street with a journey time of approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes. Norwich Airport is situated to the north of the city.

Square Footage: 1,518 sq ft


Acreage: 0.27 Acres

Additional Info

Services
Mains water and electricity. Private drainage. Air source heat pump.

Local Authority
North Norfolk District Council.

Fixtures & Fittings
All fixtures and fittings including fitted carpets and curtains are specifically excluded from the sale, but may be available in addition, subject to separate negotiation.

Viewings
Strictly by appointment with Savills. If there is any point which is of particular importance to you, we invite you to discuss this with us, especially before you travel to view the property.

NB: Floor plans prepared by ehouse are for guidance only. Savills do not accept any responsibility for their accuracy.

Important Notice
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1. They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact.

2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Savills have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.