Chapel Street, Hingham

Guide Price: £250,000 - £270,000. This enchanting Grade II listed cottage, dating back to the early 19th century, effortlessly blends timeless character with modern comforts. The property is brimming with period features, from exposed wooden beams and sash windows to a traditional inglenook fireplace, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere throughout. Lovingly refurbished, it offers a fusion of contemporary style and classic cottage feel, making it the perfect home for those seeking both character and practicality. With its delightful kitchen, two spacious bedrooms, and a charming courtyard garden, this property is an ideal choice for those in search of manageable, yet character-filled living.

The Location

Hingham is a charming market town with a rich architectural heritage. It has a marketplace surrounded by impressive sixteenth, seventeenth, and eighteenth-century houses. The market town offers a variety of shops, a primary school, a doctor's surgery, and other amenities. It's conveniently located about 12 miles southwest of Norwich, accessible via the A47 and A11.

Nearby Wymondham & Attleborough provide additional amenities and schools, with railway connections to Norwich, Cambridge, and London. The surrounding area includes golf courses and access to Thetford Forest, the Norfolk Broads, and the Norfolk Coast. Norwich offers excellent shopping, cultural attractions, diverse schools, and a vibrant business community, along with proximity to the Brecks, Thetford Forest, the Norfolk Broads, and the coast.

Chapel Street

This Grade II listed cottage, dating back to the early 19th century, exudes character and charm, offering a perfect blend of period features and modern updates. Lovingly refurbished, it seamlessly combines contemporary style with the traditional appeal of a historic property. The property forms part of a unique pair of cottages, showcasing distinctive architectural elements such as exposed wooden beams, sash windows, and period details that have been carefully preserved to enhance its character.

The spacious lounge is a real highlight, adorned with wooden beams and an inglenook fireplace, creating a cosy, inviting atmosphere. The room benefits from natural light streaming through the original sash windows.

The modern kitchen, with its traditional wooden wall and base units, pamment flooring and charming Belfast sink, is the epitome of classic cottage style. With brick accents and a wrap-around layout, this kitchen provides ample storage and workspace, while offering direct access to the quaint courtyard garden. The utility room, offering practical space for additional appliances and a downstairs WC, complements the cottage's functionality.

Upstairs, you'll find two well-proportioned bedrooms, both featuring original floorboards and the same period details that run throughout the cottage. The master bedroom offers an airing cupboard and convenient access to the Jack and Jill shower room. This shower room, stylishly appointed with a double shower unit, pedestal sink, and WC, is fully tiled and offers a clean, modern finish while retaining the traditional cottage vibe. The second bedroom, though compact, also boasts a sash window, ensuring comfort and natural light.

The property also benefits from a courtyard-style garden, a perfect spot for dining or relaxing in the outdoors. A paved seating area is complemented by a shingle section, where you'll find a wooden shed and oil tank. Parking is an added bonus with an unwritten rule ensuring that a parking space is reserved for this property, offering peace of mind and convenience.

Agents Note

Sold Freehold

Connected to oil-fired heating (new boiler) - alongside remaining mains services