3 bedroom detached house for sale

Set within a quiet residential corner of the ever-popular market town of North Walsham, this detached home offers a comfortable balance of space, flexibility and everyday practicality. Positioned on a generous corner plot, the property presents a bright and well-proportioned interior that can easily adapt to modern family life, with multiple reception spaces, three bedrooms and a private garden for outdoor enjoyment. Recent upgrades including new windows, doors, fascia’s and guttering enhance its kerb appeal, while the brick-weave driveway and integral garage with an electric door, provide ample parking and storage. With scope to modernise and shape the interiors to personal taste, this is a home that combines immediate comfort with exciting potential for the years ahead.

North Walsham

Long Borrow Drive is positioned on the eastern side of the market town of North Walsham, within a modern residential development a short distance from the town centre. The historic North Walsham Market Place forms the commercial heart of the town and provides a range of everyday amenities including independent shops, cafés, bakeries and convenience stores, alongside larger supermarkets such as Lidl and Sainsbury’s. This gives residents straightforward access to daily shopping and services without needing to travel outside the town. Leisure facilities including Victory Swim and Fitness Centre and the open green space at North Walsham Memorial Park are also close by, supporting an active local lifestyle.

The area is well placed for education, with North Walsham High School located within walking or cycling distance. Primary options in the town include Millfield Primary School, North Walsham Infant School and North Walsham Junior School, all situated within roughly a mile of Long Borrow Drive and serving the surrounding residential neighbourhoods.

Transport connections are practical for commuting and travel across North Norfolk. North Walsham railway station provides direct rail services to Norwich, linking the town with the regional centre for employment, shopping and further transport connections. Road access is also straightforward via the nearby B1145 and B1150 routes, which connect to the A149 for travel towards coastal destinations such as Cromer, as well as inland routes towards Norwich and other parts of the county. Regular bus services operate through North Walsham, providing additional links to nearby towns and villages.

Long Borrow Drive

Proudly positioned on a generous corner plot along a quiet residential road in the market town of North Walsham, this detached residence offers a comfortable setting for family life, with well-proportioned accommodation and the flexibility to evolve with changing needs. Set back from the road, the home immediately presents a welcoming first impression, enhanced by a series of upgrades carried out in 2022, including new windows, doors, fascia’s and guttering, all of which contribute to its refreshed kerb appeal and long-term practicality.

A brick-weave driveway provides convenient off-road parking and leads to the integral garage with an electric door, offering additional storage or workshop potential. From here, the property opens into a bright and welcoming entrance hall that sets the tone for the home’s airy and adaptable interior, while also offering an excellent opportunity for buyers to add their own modern touches over time.

The main living room is generously proportioned and filled with natural light, creating a relaxed setting for everyday living as well as gatherings with family and friends. A gas fireplace forms a natural focal point, bringing warmth and character to the space.

Just beyond, the formal dining room offers a versatile second reception area. French doors frame views of the garden and open directly onto the patio, allowing the space to flow effortlessly outdoors during the warmer months. While currently arranged for dining, the room could easily serve as a home office, snug or even an additional ground-floor bedroom if desired, reflecting the home’s adaptable layout.

The kitchen is fitted with a range of cabinetry and work surfaces, along with an integrated oven and gas hob, and offers designated spaces for further appliances. A breakfast bar creates a casual spot for morning coffee or informal meals, while a separate utility room provides additional practicality for laundry and household tasks. A convenient ground-floor WC completes the layout on this level.

Upstairs, the property continues to deliver well-balanced accommodation. Three comfortable bedrooms each benefit from built-in wardrobes, ensuring excellent storage. The principal bedroom enjoys the added advantage of a walk-in wardrobe space as well as a private en-suite shower room, creating a peaceful retreat at the end of the day. The remaining bedrooms are served by a family bathroom fitted with a three-piece suite.

Outside, the rear garden offers a private and well-maintained outdoor space designed for both relaxation and easy upkeep. A paved patio provides the perfect setting for outdoor seating and summer dining, while the lawn is bordered by established planting beds that bring colour and seasonal interest. A timber storage shed offers practical garden storage.

Altogether, this detached home presents a wonderful opportunity to settle into a well-connected Norfolk market town while enjoying space, flexibility and the potential to personalise the interiors over time. With its generous corner plot, adaptable rooms and inviting garden, it is a property well suited to family living and everyday comfort.

Agents Notes

Freehold

Connected to mains water, electricity, gas and drainage.

Gas central heating.

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