Burnham Market

If you are familiar with one of Norfolk's most popular and prettiest villages then you will, without doubt, have driven or walked past Foundry House many times but you are unlikely to have ever known of its existence.

Step away from the hustle and bustle of Burnham Market's village green, cross the gravelled parking and under the green canopy of wisteria and through the front door of Foundry House and you will be forgiven for experiencing a 'Narnia' moment. Behind the almost hidden entrance lies a house that is peacefulness itself.

All of the living and entertaining rooms are to the rear and as such are completely sheltered from any of the noises that such a central village location might suggest. Naturally you are drawn through to the kitchen dining room, with its vaulted ceilings giving it a real sense of space. Open up both French doors to the garden and this room is light and airy in the summer but, come the winter, with the stylish log burner lit, where better to gather for supper around a candle lit dining table.

There is a cosy snug for settling down in front of a Harry Potter film as well as the slightly grander drawing room. Across from the utility room what was once a barn is now a 32 ft games room, currently hosting a full size billiard table. Below this is an idyllic space for large multigenerational gatherings as it has been converted into a six birth bunkroom. Whether it be siblings, cousins or family friends, this is a room that has born witness to many a midnight feasts and probably a torch lit ghost story or two over the years!

Taking the stairs up with the tactile banister guiding the way you can feel the age and history of this grand house, the typically curved window placements and original fireplaces are details that are only found in a Georgian house.

On the first floor there are four double bedrooms and they have a shower room and a large family bathroom between them and then on the second floor are two further large double bedrooms with a shared shower room. There is a third shower room on the ground floor just off the utility room so ideally located for sluicing down after a salt sprayed day on the sea.

The garden is east facing but open to the south so is sun filled for much of the day and then provides welcome shade for your evening sundowner. It is walled and extremely private so very safe for two and four legged little ones to run off some energy.

Foundry House is a home that perfectly provides for large gatherings whilst at the same time it has the ability to create a sense of cosiness. It has an extremely happy feel and it is easy to imagine it full of youthful chatter and giggles whilst at the same time picturing the peacefulness of a winter's evening with the fire gently crackling in the background. All this space in such a tasteful Georgian setting, in the heart of the village, and nobody would know you were there.

BURNHAM MARKET

Treasured memories of family holidays, a day at the world-famous horse trials, or an afternoon browsing pretty boutiques-there are many ways to experience Burnham Market, the jewel of north Norfolk.

Located near the River Burn, the village is historically linked to Admiral Horatio Nelson, who lived nearby in Burnham Thorpe.

Refined elegance defines village life. Traditional homewares at Uttings, tasty treats at the Tuscan Farm Shop, Humble Pie Deli, or Gurneys Fish Shop, and handpicked wines at Satchells - this place savours the finer things. Dining out is a joy with award-winning Socius offering British-inspired tapas, and NoTwenty9's bar and restaurant providing a relaxed spot for summer evenings.

Fashion thrives on the Champagne coast. For chic style, head to Anna's boutique, The Hat Shop for fancy headwear, Gun Hill Clothing Company for country attire, or Joules and Jack Wills for casual wear. For culture, explore Burnham Market's art galleries-the Fairfax Gallery and Pococks the Artmonger. If you have little ones, visit Mable's sweet shop for traditional sweets.

Burnham Market and its smaller siblings, Burnham Deepdale, Burnham Norton, Burnham Overy Staithe, and Burnham Thorpe, boast some of the finest houses on the coast. Whether your dream is a Georgian classic, a traditional cottage, or a sleek contemporary house, this is a perfect place to discover your forever home.

SERVICES CONNECTED

Mains water, electricity and drainage. Oil fired central heating.

COUNCIL TAX

Band F.

ENERGY EFFICIENCY RATING

An Energy Performance Certificate is not required for this property due to it being Grade II listed.

TENURE

Freehold.

LOCATION

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