North Creake, Fakenham

LOCATION
North Creake is a picturesque village, situated just inland from the renowned North Norfolk coastline, it is a vibrant community centred around the parish church and The Jolly Farmers pub, which hosts popular "pop-up" evenings, with visiting chefs. North Creake village hall serves as a central hub, offering a playgroup, various activities, and a part-time post office.

To the north of the village lies Creake Abbey, home to the evocative ruins of a 13th-century Augustinian abbey and an occasional farmer´s market or craft event.

Nearby, Burnham Market offers an appealing array of independent shops, including a fishmongers, butchers, deli and wine merchant - the village is well served with a doctor´s surgery, dental practice, primary school, post office, parish church, garage, playground and tennis club. Socius and No. Twenty9 are recently acclaimed venues which compliment a variety of established cafés, hotels and restaurants.

The North Norfolk coast, designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is only a short drive away and offers sandy beaches, scenic walks and cycling, golf, sailing and wildlife watching.

DESCRIPTION
This property has been a public house for many years, providing a thriving business, and for those looking for a lifestyle purchase, Jolly Farmers could be exactly what you´ve been looking for. The property has a bar and restaurant to the ground floor, a beer garden, a self-contained 3 bedroom apartment at first floor level, and, a separate annex - this really is such a unique opportunity.

ACCOMMODATION
The Bar/Restaurant
Jolly Farmers is situated on the main link between Fakenham and Burnham Market, giving it good levels of exposure, and the space has been carefully divided to create a well balanced atmosphere. Two reception rooms wrap around the main bar and have a number of tables to accommodate visiting punters, there is also a separate dining room, perfect for those that want to stop for a bite to eat. The property has a commercial kitchen, further enhancing the benefits that this premises has to offer.

The Bar/Restaurant Garden
During summer months, those wanting to sit outside have the opportunity, as the gravelled garden is populated with a number of seating areas, allowing passing trade to enjoy a cold beverage before they make their way to the coast, or indeed, on their way back.

The Apartment
The self-contained first floor apartment is a space of generous proportions, with a good size living room with a must have log burner, a kitchen/breakfast room with a separate utility area, three bedrooms and a family bathroom - this space provides the ideal opportunity for those wanting to run their own business, or indeed, house a manager, should the property be an investment.

The Annexe
Detached from the main building is a self-contained 1 bedroom annexe - another space that could house visiting family and friends, or indeed, become a B&B for those wanting to enjoy North Norfolk, for more than a day. To the ground floor, an open plan kitchen/living/dining area creates a cosy and inviting space and with easy access to its own enclosed garden, it could be an prime holiday let. At first floor level a vaulted ceiling with exposed beams adds a sense of character and leads to a spacious double bedroom and separate shower room - a lovely space for one to unwind. The private garden is fully enclosed/secure for pets and is mostly laid to lawn, providing a perfect retreat to enjoy a morning coffee or a BBQ during the warmer months.

The Outbuildings
The property benefits from a triple garage, which subject to necessary consents could potentially be converted to provide further guest accommodation. There is also a separate store.

SERVICES
Mains electricity, water and drainage are connected to the property.

Central heating is LPG fired in the main building and there are storage heaters to the Annexe.

VIEWING
By Appointment Through The Sole Agents,
Spalding & Co.,
Office Opening Hours:
Monday - Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.