37 Sandringham Avenue, Docking, PE31

ANMER HOUSE

Anmer House is a substantial, attractive and detached timber, brick and flint house.

Whilst Avada Homes has built its unrivalled reputation for creating outstanding and beautifully finished properties in north Norfolk over the last two decades, they are also held in equally high regard on the south coast, and in particular Sandbanks, where they have been responsible for creating a number of stunning 'Super Homes.'

It is the experience of building such exclusive and individual homes that they have drawn upon with The Kensington.

Arranged in an 'L' shape, the property is entered at the apex and all the ground floor rooms are accessed off the grand central entrance hall, which is almost a room in itself.

The most important room of any house is, without doubt, the kitchen and about a third of the ground floor is given over to this hub of the family home. At its centre is the sociable island which doubles as a breakfast bar and there is ample space for a kitchen table for those cosy kitchen suppers, as well as space for a seating area, making this room absolutely ideal for modern family living.

The reception room is equally proportioned at the other end of the house. Internal windows at either end of the splendid dining room flood it with light. Come the summer months, this is further enhanced with the kitchen/family room and dining room having french doors out onto the garden beyond.

Take the double width staircase up to the first floor, where all five double bedrooms lead off the central landing. The principal bedroom suite has fitted wardrobes as well as an en-suite bathroom with separate shower cubicle. Two further bedrooms have en-suite shower rooms, whilst the final two share the family bathroom.

Outside, there are two parking spaces that are in addition to the integrated double garage so ample space for cars, bikes, kayaks or a boat. The garden wraps around the house and is perfectly proportioned for a house of this size.

DOCKING

Docking is arguably one of Norfolk's best hideaways, just four miles from the sea yet a comfortable breeze away from the coastal crowds in the heat of summer, and within a comfortable drive of the market towns of Fakenham and elegant Holt.

Dating back to Saxon times, Docking is one of Norfolk's highest points at 272ft and was once known as 'Dry Docking', because of its lack of drinking water. A well was sunk in the village in the 18th century and residents paid a farthing per bucket until a mains supply was installed in 1936. The small village played a key role in World War II when the RAF Docking airfield operated between 1940-1958, and nearby Docking Hall housed serving actors Richard Burton, Robert Hardy and Warren Mitchell during this time.

Today, a strong village community exists and Docking has a thriving nursery and primary school, and the heart-warming sound of young children enjoying playtime often echoes in the surrounding streets, as it has for centuries. Well-serviced, Docking also has a GP surgery, village store with Post Office, playing field, tennis court and bowling green, along with a popular fish and chip shop and good local, The Railway Inn.

Buyers are spoilt for choice with a wide range of property including traditional, brick and flint and whitewashed cottages, classic Georgian houses and a growing range of quality new-build homes.

You may be inspired to try your hand at The Good Life and grow your own, but if you lack a green thumb try the weekly farmer's market at the village's Ripper Memorial Hall. Held on Wednesday mornings, shoppers come from far afield to fill their baskets with super-fresh produce from local smallholders and jars and delicacies from Norfolk artisan producers.

Offering the best of coast and country, it's easy to see why Docking is such a sought-after spot.

AVADA HOMES

Avada Country Homes have developed over 100 individual properties in Norfolk during the last 20 years. They have earned a reputation for choosing first class materials and designing properties with the owner in mind. In recent years they have developed 25 homes at The Langham in the picturesque north Norfolk village on the former site of Langham Glass. Other work includes two barns for HRH The Queen at the Sandringham Estate, and designed and built multi-million pound Georgian mansions in the world famous area of Sandbanks in Poole.

ENERGY EFFICIENCY RATING

The property will have a SAP assessment carried out as part of building regulations when completed.

AGENTS NOTE

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MPORTANT NOTE: Please note that we have recently transitioned to a new CRM system. While we strive for accuracy, some property information may not have been fully verified during this changeover. For clarification on important details, including (but not limited to) flood risks, rights of way, restrictions and other critical matters, we strongly recommend contacting us directly. We apologise for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

Parking - Double garage