Features listProperty type: 5-bedroom
House, Detached for sale
Number of bedrooms: 5
We are delighted to be able to offer this period home believed to date back 400 years. Formerly two cottages now made into one, tastefully extended family residence which must be viewed.
kitchen * rear lobby * scullery * cloakroom * reading room * dining room * living room * landing * 5 bedrooms (bedroom 5/study) * walk in dressing room * en suite bathroom * en suite shower room * family bathroom * former cart shed * outbuildings
Location Morley St. Botolph is a small, semi rural hamlet that lies some three miles south west of the historic market town of Wymondham and four miles west of Attleborough with convenient access to the A11 Norwich to London trunk road and Norwich some thirteen miles to the north. The property lies within the catchment area for Wymondham College.
Directions From Wymondham take the B1172 London Road south, turn right shortly after Bradmans Lane into Morley Lane leading to Morley village, upon reaching the village turn first left at the crossroads into Chapel Road. The property is found at the far end of Chapel Road on the left hand side just before the junction with Hall Lane.
We recommend full use of the floorplan in conjunction with these details for successful navigation of the property's unique layout.
From the gravelled driveway:-
PITCHED TILED OPEN PORCH
With timber and brick columns leading to the front door of the property.
SMALL ENTRANCE LOBBY to:-
FARMHOUSE STYLE KITCHEN 20'10" x 12'9" (6.35m x 3.89m)
Pamment tiled flooring leads you into this lovely room which has an open feel and good natural light from the sash window to front and the second window to rear gardens. The pamments continue throughout this kitchen and dining space along with exposed beams maintaining the historical context of the property. A particular feature being the ceiling hook. Further enhancement of the cottage ambience is gained from the brick and timber enclosed 'Britannia' gas range, this has four gas rings to the hob and a gas griddle option along with electric fan ovens below. An extractor fan and light is neatly concealed overhead.
The separate island counter unit with cupboard and drawers provides a separation within the room, beyond this is a unit incorporating a stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap with cupboards and drawers below and space for a fridge with outlook to garden space beyond.
Due to the age of the property there are various useful alcoves throughout and especially here within the kitchen, shelving to the alcoves has useful under lighting. There is open access to an understair pantry space with power points and lighting, this has tiled flooring and is continued in the second pantry space found to the rear of the kitchen. There are units at base level throughout providing extra storage options. To one corner there is a latched cupboard space housing the floor mounted oil central heating boiler with shelving above. In addition there are two panel radiators, power points and directional ceiling lights. A timber panelled door leads to:-
REAR LOBBY
With brickweave flooring this area continues with the sense of character found throughout. A half glazed timber door leads out to the rear garden, it makes for an ideal boots and coats space, radiator and power points.
Timber panelled door to:-
SCULLERY 7'10" x 4'10" (2.39m x 1.47m)
It's not everyday you come across a scullery in a property so this is a real find! As with the rear lobby it is a useful area with a butler sink mounted on two brick pillars with view to the garden from window above. There is also a roll edged work surface with space below for washing machine(s) and drier. There are also cupboards to wall and shelving, power points, panel radiator and strip lighting above. The tiled floor allows for easy cleaning, timber panelled door to:-
CLOAKROOM 4'3" x 2'8" (1.3m x 0.81m)
With same flooring as scullery and pantries, white suite comprising; low level w.c. with dark wood seat and wash hand basin with Victorian style taps, radiator, obscured glass vent window to rear.
Door from entrance to:-
READING ROOM 13' x 11'11" (3.96m x 3.63m)
A reception room providing a relaxing space for reading and enjoying the peace and quiet offered by the cottage's location and layout. The room provides natural light from a timber sash window overlooking the front. Other feature is the fireplace currently blocked up and being used as a frame for an ornamental fire with it's tiled hearth set on brickwork and substantial oak bressumer beam. There is ample space for book shelves along with power points, telephone point and panel radiator.
Timber panel door to:-
DINING ROOM 13'11" x 9'10" (4.24m x 3m)
Another well proportioned room which could be utilised as a formal dining room if desired. Follows the theme of rest of cottage with it's timber sash window to front aspect. Feature dado rail with pleasant two tone light enhancing decor, inset ceiling down lights, textured and coved ceiling, power points, panel radiator.
From reading room timber panelled door to:-
LIVING ROOM 20'7" x 13'11" (6.27m x 4.24m)
A feeling of space and light which can so often be lacking in character properties. The triple aspect windows including French doors make this room a delight to be in with views to the garden and generous natural light. The central feature is the grand fireplace with it's pamment tiled hearth and solid oak bressumer beam with herringbone brickwork to rear and brick pillars to either side housing an enclosed wood burner. In addition there is an exposed beam support and ceiling beams which further emphasise the character of the property. French doors lead out to the patio and garden and provide good views of such. Wall mounted uplights and inset ceiling spot lights provide additional lighting, textured ceiling, power points, t.v. point, telephone point and panel radiator.
Stairs to first floor leading from entrance lobby to:-
LANDING
L shaped with loft access hatch and delightful galleried balustrade. Steps to either side give access to bedroom accommodation and the section immediately facing you would make for a most pleasant reading chair space or similar with good light from the window behind looking over the garden, panel radiator, power points.
MASTER BEDROOM 15'2" x 14'1" (4.62m x 4.29m)
Glorious space due to the rooms dimensions and natural lighting, benefiting from garden views from rear window which pulls in the morning light, power points, two panel radiators, textured and coved ceiling. The unexpected asset to this room is behind the door leading into:-
WALK IN DRESSING ROOM 10'2" x 4'11" (3.1m x 1.5m)
A fully fitted out dressing room with sliding drawer units, cupboards and hanging rails, room enough to dress comfortably with a sense of luxury.
The second asset to this room is:-
EN SUITE BATHROOM 7'9" x 7'8" (2.36m x 2.34m)
The luxury continues within this good size en suite with it's sumptuous roll edge claw foot bath in a deep blue and white colour with white pedestal wash hand basin to corner with tiled splashback, white low level w.c. and fully tiled enclosed shower cubicle with extractor overhead. Heated towel rail, radiator, obscured glass vent window to rear, textured and coved ceiling with wall lights and ceiling light. A bathroom to truly unwind in!
BEDROOM TWO 12'4" x 10'4" (3.76m x 3.15m)
Found at the opposite end of the property this bedroom has sash window and equally good feeling of space and light. Brass latched inset wardrobe/airing cupboard with insulated copper hot water cylinder and shelving providing useful storage. Panel radiator, wall mounted light and ceiling light, timber panelled door to:-
EN SUITE SHOWER ROOM 5'11" x 4'3" (1.8m x 1.3m)
Fully tiled to walls with pleasant aquamarine shades of blue mosaic tiling, white pedestal wash hand basin, enclosed shower unit, heated towel rail, obscured glass vent window to front with tiled white window ledge, shaver point, textured ceiling with inset light.
BEDROOM THREE 13'11" x 10' (4.24m x 3.05m)
Back at the far end of the property opposite door to master bedroom, this room offers generous dimensions and sash window to front, textured ceiling, wall mounted lights, power points and panel radiator. Makes for an ideal younger persons 'crash pad'.
BEDROOM FOUR 13'3" x 8'1" (4.04m x 2.46m)
Window with views to the fruit cage in the rear garden with good natural lighting combined with the neutral decor to further enhance sense of space and peacefulness. Alcove area to either side of chimney breast at far end of room is a feature of this space marking out the property's individuality. Panel radiator and power points.
BEDROOM FIVE/STUDY 10'11" x 9'1" (3.33m x 2.77m)
A dual purpose room either as a fifth bedroom or upstairs study. With built in wardrobe space featuring three doors and one open facing, sash window to front, ceiling light and power points.
FAMILY BATHROOM 8' x 5'6" (2.44m x 1.68m)
Located at the top of the stairs to right hand side. Part timber panelled and part decorated two tone bathroom comprising; white suite of wash hand basin, low level w.c. and roll edge claw foot bath with Victorian style taps, panel radiator, obscured glass window to rear garden and inset ceiling light.
CURTILAGE
To the front the property is set back from Chapel Road and has a dual entrance/exit crescent gravelled driveway with brick weave to one end. A mature hedge and grass verge provides a discreet boundary.
Upon entering the driveway you will find to the left hand side the outbuildings consisting of:-
FORMER CART SHED 19'3" x 14'8" (5.87m x 4.47m)
Open front cart shed providing covered parking for two vehicles and useful wood storage. If you look to the top right hand side gable you will see the original first floor access door.
WHEELWRIGHTS WORKSHOP 16'6" x 12'4" (5.03m x 3.76m)
A great space with lots of potential uses having power, light and telephone point, window to side and timber door entrance, concrete flooring. An open doorway leads to:-
ADDITIONAL WORKSHOP AREA 15'7" x 10'7" (4.75m x 3.23m)
With half glazed timber door to rear garden and ample space for workbench or similar, concrete flooring, power and light, timber door to frontage.
ADJOINING ROOM 10'6" x 6'3" (3.2m x 1.9m)
Previously having been used as a darkroom, this section completes the outbuildings layout.
To the outside the gravel area leads to a five bar gate opening into the rear gardens.
A patio section leads round to the rear of the property giving access via back door to rear lobby and French doors to living room. Makes for a pleasant entertaining area overlooking the lawn. Outside cold water tap to wall.
To the rear of the outbuildings is the oil tank for the central heating system which is discreetly concealed from obvious view. A gravelled walkway on the left hand side looking to the far boundary of the garden leads one to a substantial timber constructed fruit cage offering currants, plums and cherries. In addition there are also varieties of Cox's apple and Conference pear trees. A timber and glazed growing house completes this section of the garden which offers a delightful space to relax in surrounded by natural fruits. It also provides good views of the property.
From this section one comes to the largely lawned area bordered by panel fencing having mature plants and trees.
A timber decking area is found in the far corner with a glazed SUMMERHOUSE with open porch.
The herb garden is immediately in front with the rose arbor to the side. This features various roses including; 'Pauls Himalayan Musk' and 'Albertine' among others and Clematis.
The rose arbor leads down to the side of the property bordered by panelled fencing. It makes for an idyllic space looking back towards the cottage and across the garden to the fruit cage.
AGENTS NOTE - The property is not listed as confirmed by South Norfolk District Council.
The gas cylinders to the outside wall provide for the gas range and hob in the kitchen.
THE PROPERTY MISDESCRIPTIONS ACT 1991
The Agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures and fittings or services and so cannot verify that they are in working order or fit for the purpose. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor or Surveyor. References to the Tenure of a Property are based on information supplied by the Seller. The Agent has not had sight of the title documents. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor. Items shown in photographs are NOT included unless specifically mentioned within the sales particulars. They may however be available by separate negotiation. Buyers must check the availability of any property and make an appointment to view before embarking on any journey to see a property. Property agent
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