Mendham Lane, Harleston

NO ONWARD CHAIN A charming period house originally formed from a pair of semi-detached cottages in a discreet location within the heart of Harleston. The property is set with delightful established gardens in a plot of 0.22 acre. There is also a detached barn to the rear offering potential for conversion subject to the necessary planning consents.

Property - The property comprises an attractive detached period house formed from a a pair of semi-detached cottages. It is considered that it would be easy to convert it back to two dwellings if required as there is no link on the first floor. This makes the accommodation highly versatile and an ideal arrangement for a dependent relative or guests.

The front door opens to a spacious boot room which was an old smokehouse and now offers excellent storage. This connects with the principal kitchen which is fitted with a comprehensive range of wall and base units. The reception space is largely open plan and consists of a sitting/dining room to the front with an open fireplace. The chimney stack is open to both sides leading to a snug at the rear with French doors to the garden. A door from the main reception room leads to the original second kitchen which is used as a utility room. Beyond, is a bathroom. Stairs rise to the first floor to two bedrooms. From the snug a second staircase leads to the principal bedroom area with three bedrooms and a bathroom.

To the rear of the property is a detached barn and offers huge potential for conversion or replacement subject to the necessary planning consents. There is parking to front of the property including a covered parking area in front of the main entrance door. There rear garden is a delightful feature of the property and is a real surprise in the heart of the town. It is laid principally to lawn and interspersed with a wide array of mature shrubs and flowers.

Location - Harleston is a thriving market town with many historical buildings and an excellent range of independently owned shops along with a supermarket, doctors, veterinary surgery, schools to GCSE level, 2 hotels, a number of cafes, restaurants and pubs. There is a strong sense of community with many events going on all year and lots of local clubs, organisations and activities.

Services - Gas central heating. Mains drainage, water and electric. (Durrants have not tested any apparatus, equipment, fittings or services and so cannot verify they are in working order).

Local Authority - South Norfolk District Council and Tax Band D

Viewing - Viewing is strictly by arrangement with the vendors' agent Durrants, please call