Church Lane, Southery, Downham Market

Designed and built by the previous owners, with many elements being hand-made by them and using reclaimed materials from the three cottages that used to be on the plot, Blackberry House was tailor-made to accommodate modern family life, whilst retaining the character of a country cottage.

Accommodation - As you open the oak front door, the quality of craftsmanship is immediately apparent, showcased by the double height entrance hall and hand-crafted oak staircase.

The property is centred around an open-plan kitchen, dining and family room. With traditional wood-burner and bi-fold doors that lead out onto the garden, this is the ideal place to gather as a family.

If you wish to retreat away there is a cosy separate sitting room, again with its own wood-burner, where the owners enjoy settling down with a good book.

Completing the ground floor is a room that could easily be a study, or alternatively a fourth bedroom. Being situated adjacent to a wet room, this part of the home is perfect for multi-generational living or even a self-contained annexe. The utility room, which has its own access to outside, is the ideal space for removing your boots and cleaning off muddy paws after a walk through the countryside.

Upstairs, the galleried landing provides access to the three bedrooms, two of which have built-in wardrobes, and the principal suite enjoys both an en-suite shower room and walk-in wardrobe. The well-appointed family bathroom provides a free-standing bath, plus a separate shower.

Outside - At the front of the property there is ample parking provided by the brick-weave drive. Through the five bar gate the driveway opens into a large rear courtyard where you will find an oak framed double bay cart shed. Beyond this is the garden, which is securely enclosed and mainly lawned, with a patio seating area and separate area of raised beds.

Blackberry House enjoys a corner plot along a quiet lane, with views of St Mary’s Church opposite, only a short walk from the heart of this well-served village with its lively community. This is the perfect location from which to take a walk in the countryside and farmland, which surround the village, and finish with a drink in the popular local pub. The village also is centrally placed to explore further afield, including easy access to Ely and Cambridge, the woodland walks of Thetford forest, and the stunning North Norfolk Coast.

This high quality home, offering generous accommodation, is now ready for a new family to make it theirs.

Viewing Arrangements - Strictly by appointment with the Agents.