The Drove, Barroway Drove, Downham Market, Norfolk, PE38
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- PROPERTY TYPE
Chalet
- BEDROOMS
4
- BATHROOMS
1
- SIZE
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- TENUREDescribes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.
Freehold
Key features
- SPACIOUS 4-BEDROOM DETACHED CHALET BUNGALOW WITH FLEXIBLE LIVING ACCOMMODATION
- SET WITHIN APPROX. 3 ACRES (STMS) OF PRIVATE GROUNDS WITH MATURE GARDENS AND POND
- SUPERB EQUESTRIAN FACILITIES INCLUDING 4 PADDOCKS, 2 STABLES, TACK ROOM, AND BARN
- LARGE OPEN-PLAN FARMHOUSE KITCHEN/DINER WITH PANTRY AND GARDEN VIEWS
- GENEROUS LIVING ROOM WITH FEATURE FIREPLACE AND COSY READING/OFFICE AREA
- TWO GROUND-FLOOR DOUBLE BEDROOMS AND BEAUTIFUL FAMILY BATHROOM WITH DRESSING AREA
- SEPARATE UTILITY ROOM, CLOAKROOM, AND INTERNAL ACCESS TO GARAGE
- PEACEFUL RURAL LOCATION WITH FAR-REACHING COUNTRYSIDE VIEWS, CLOSE TO DOWNHAM MARKET AND RAIL LINKS TO CAMBRIDGE & LONDON
Description
The Norfolk Agents are pleased to present Walnut Tree Cottage, a well-appointed four-bedroom detached chalet bungalow, occupying a generous plot of approximately 3 acres (STMS), with a superb range of equestrian facilities, multiple paddocks, and attractive gardens. The property enjoys an enviable rural setting with far-reaching views across open countryside, while remaining conveniently located within easy reach of the nearby town of Downham Market with direct train links to Cambridge and London. Inside, the accommodation is spacious, flexible, and thoughtfully arranged to suit both family living and entertaining. At the heart of the home is an impressive kitchen/diner, complete with a walk-in pantry and lovely views over the garden and pond. A generous living room provides an inviting space for relaxing or hosting guests, while a separate reception room, utility room, and cloakroom add valuable everyday functionality. The layout offers excellent versatility, with two double bedrooms and a stylish family bathroom on the ground floor, and two additional bedrooms upstairs, making the home suitable for a range of lifestyles, including home working. Whether you're looking for a lifestyle move, smallholding potential, or a home with scope for working from home, this property delivers a rare combination of comfort, space, and setting, with the added benefit of ready-to-use equestrian infrastructure.
ACCOMMODATION
A wonderful entrance hall welcomes you into the home, which features attractive chequerboard floor tiles and stairs that lead to the first-floor landing. Situated at the heart of the home is the fantastic open-plan kitchen/diner, which is an excellent entertaining space which enjoys views over the rear garden. The farmhouse style kitchen features a range of matching storage units along with a butler sink, integrated dishwasher and Rangemaster cooker. The kitchen also offers a practical pantry, which offers ample storage for culinary essentials. Adjacent to the kitchen is a large, versatile reception room which could be used for a variety of uses such as a formal dining space, family room or snug. Leading off this space is a door into the garage, a useful cloakroom and a utility space where you will find plumbing for your laundry appliances. On the opposite side of the property, you will find a large living room which features an impressive feature fireplace with log burner, which is perfect for cosy nights in. A smaller area extends from the living room with large windows overlooking the garden and providing the perfect reading or office space. Also located on the ground floor are the two largest bedrooms, which are generously sized double rooms with large bow windows that overlook the front of the home. These are both served by the beautifully appointed family bathroom, which features a walk-in shower, a separate bath and a large vanity unit with WC and wash basin. Connected to the bathroom is a separate dressing room where you will find a built-in wardrobe and an additional sink.
Upstairs, you will find a small landing area which leads to two further bedrooms. Bedrooms three and four are both comfortable sized bedrooms, with bedroom four also featuring a sink and storage/alcove.
OUTSIDE
The property is approached via a gravel driveway that provides off-road parking for multiple vehicles and access to the large single garage. The garage is equipped with power and lighting along with an electric roller door and car charger. To the front of the property is a small lawned garden with large hedging providing privacy from the road. To the rear of the property is a delightful garden which consists of lawned areas along with a large pond and a wide range of well-established plants, trees and bushes. A large patio area extends from the rear of the home, providing ample space to relax in the sun or entertain in the summer months.
EQUESTRIAN FACILITIES
Extending from the well-maintained garden are four paddocks, bordered by post-and-rail fencing. The facilities include multiple substantial outbuildings that include two stables, a tack room, and a barn, providing ample storage and functionality for those with equestrian interests. To the side of the property is a separate vehicle entrance which provides easy access to the paddocks.
LOCATION
Set in the heart of Norfolk’s peaceful fenland, Barroway Drove is a charming rural village offering a tranquil countryside lifestyle within easy reach of nearby towns. Surrounded by open fields and wide skies, this traditional village is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life, perfect for walking, wildlife watching, and enjoying nature. Despite its quiet setting, Barroway Drove benefits from being just a short drive from Downham Market, where you’ll find a mainline railway station with direct links to Cambridge and London King’s Cross, as well as a variety of shops, schools, and amenities. Barroway Drove is a hidden gem for families, retirees, or anyone looking to enjoy rural living without losing connection to modern conveniences.
SERVICES
The property is connected to mains electricity and water supply. Private drainage. Oil-fired central heating.
TENURE: FREEHOLD
COUNCIL TAX BAND: D
EPC RATING: F - The full certificate can be downloaded or provided by the Norfolk Agents.
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- COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
- Band: D
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
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- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Private garden
- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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