Bawburgh, Norwich, NR9

This unique, gated property sits on the rural edge of the vibrant city of Norwich. Plantation House is fully detached and positioned with no near neighbours within approximately 1 acre of gardens, sheltered by a mature woodland. With separate living levels having been renovated in mind for the need of multi-generational living, or to generate a separate income with holiday rental.

The property sits within an area of local historical interest, having been part of Clinkhill woodland plantation with surrounding land originally formed part of the Colney Estate, owned and managed by the Barclay family.

Plantation House was part of a bespoke build in the 1960s, offering at the time an open plan modern home, heavily influenced by works at the time of renowned functionalism architect Arne Jacobsen.

Plantation House - The house features many of its original 1960s design, including, open plan kitchen, dining area and living room.

Plantation House and the surrounding woodland have been used in production shots and documented by architects and design enthusiasts due to its 1960s functionalism design.

The property is accessed through double wrought iron gates with its own driveway winding between mature oak trees. Also sheltered by mature woodland and on the side of the property is a secluded patio area with large water feature.

To the rear of the property is a large patio area with seating and a mature wildlife pond with fish and a cascading water feature.

On the back of the house is a Conservatory that leads off the main dining area.

This unique, detached gated property sits in approximately 1 acre of gardens and mature trees.

Inside the main property, the lounge runs across the full length of the back of the property with 2 sets of triple glass sliding doors overlooking mature woodland. It still has its original stone fireplace.

The kitchen has a range of units and cupboards and is separated from the dining area by a breakfast bar with a leaded window display cabinet.

The kitchen window enjoys views towards the Bawburgh fishing lakes and the mature wildlife pond located at the end of the patio area.

Two double bedrooms [both with fitted wardrobes] overlook the front of the property across open fields towards the city of Norwich in the distance.

Accessible from both bedrooms is the decked Balcony area with views across open countryside and the fishing lakes.

There is also a large family bathroom that features a walk in shower and separate bath.

Also boasting a new Bosch Combi boiler installed for a smart heating system which runs on LPG from an underground storage tank.



At the end of the hallway is the access door to the internal staircase that leads down to a separate two-bedroom apartment called the Warren.

The Warren, - The apartment features open plan lounge, dining and kitchen area, 2 double bedrooms, each with its own bathroom.

A utility room, under stairs storage and large built in cupboard.

The kitchen dining area has double French doors opening out onto a patio with a fully glazed side door opening onto a private patio seating area with views of the orchard.

The new fitted kitchen also overlooks the orchard and the land beyond.

The Warren is fully independent with its own power, electricity meter, water and gas central heating supply. With its own driveway and dedicated parking areas.

Both Plantation House and the Warren have dedicated Electric car charging power supplies.

Farrows Weald - Farrows Weald is a substantial detached building sitting in the grounds, next to the orchard overlooking Farrows Woodland and the mature wildlife pond.

This substantial building has a feature vaulted ceiling and new UPVC doors, windows and an electric roller door.

Farrows Weald was recently constructed with double brick fully cavity wall installation and Red Norfolk style tiled pitched roof.

This space offers multi use and subject to planning approval could be converted into a Granny Annex, [see plans and below] a home office, studio, gymnasium or stables for horses.

To the back of the building is an extension that currently houses the water pumping filtration system from a private bore hole.

Plans are also available outlining a garage conversion [subject to planning approval] into additional 1 or 2 bedroom, dining room, kitchen and double bathroom overlooking the woodlands with a separate independent driveway.

Farrows Weald Annex - Living room 3.2 x 4.5 metres

kitchen dining area 3.75 x 2.5 metres

Double bedroom 4 x 3.3 metres

Single bedroom 2.8 x 2.8 metres

Jack and Jill Bathroom, shower, toilet and sink 2.3 x 1.9 metres

Rear extension 2.5 x 1 metres

Plantation House, the Warren and the double driveways and entrance have dusk to dawn outside lighting that are triggered automatically by a vehicle or pedestrian.

The Plantation House and the Warren are also surrounded by CCTV cameras and an internal intruder alarm system.

Beyond Plantation House and the Warren are mature woodlands and green spaces.

Plantation House and the Warren would make an ideal large family home, or used separately as a downstairs apartment, with independent upstairs living accommodation.

Plantation House is in walking distance to the centre of the village of Bawburgh, with its award-winning 17th century thatched pub that sits opposite the river.