Somerton Road, Martham

- PROPERTY TYPE
Detached
- BEDROOMS
3
- BATHROOMS
2
- SIZE
1,953 sq ft
181 sq m
- 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
- Beautifully presented three-bedroom detached home
- Re-thatched in 2023, retaining character with carefully considered updates throughout
- Flexible layout with three reception rooms, including the option for a ground floor bedroom
- Shaker-style kitchen with solid wood worktops, breakfast bar, and integrated appliances
- Ground floor shower room and first floor family bathroom
- Charming interior features such as parquet and tiled flooring, exposed beams, and fireplaces
- Enclosed rear garden with lawn, mature borders, and a raised seating area for outdoor enjoyment
- Farmland views to the front offering a peaceful and scenic setting
- Detached double garage with power, plumbing, fitted units, and a loft room above
- Ample driveway parking
Description
Positioned in the well-connected village of Martham, this modern and beautifully presented detached home offers generous and adaptable living space with a wealth of character. Field views can be enjoyed from multiple rooms, and the interior combines classic features such as exposed beams and brick fireplaces with a high-quality contemporary finish. The ground floor includes three reception rooms, one of which offers flexibility as a fourth bedroom, along with a re-fitted Shaker-style kitchen and a standout shower room. Upstairs, there are three spacious double bedrooms and a stylish family bathroom. Outside, the home enjoys a large enclosed garden, a detached double garage with a loft room, and a brick weave driveway providing ample parking.
Location
Somerton Road enjoys a desirable position on the edge of Martham, a well-served village surrounded by scenic countryside and close to the Norfolk Broads. Residents benefit from a range of local amenities including shops, pubs, a primary and secondary school, and a doctor’s surgery. The village also offers access to picturesque walking routes, particularly around the nearby Martham Broad Nature Reserve. Just a short drive away, the sandy beaches of Winterton-on-Sea and Horsey provide a stunning coastal escape, while easy road links connect the area to Great Yarmouth and Norwich for wider shopping and transport options.
Somerton Road, Martham
Step through the stable-style front door into the kitchen, a stylish and well-appointed space featuring recently re-fitted Shaker-style units, solid wood worktops, and a ceramic sink with mixer tap.A tiled backsplash complements the cabinetry, while feature tiling around the breakfast bar adds a subtle touch of character. Exposed wood ceiling beams enhance the charm of the room, and a breakfast bar offers a convenient spot for casual dining. Integrated appliances include an electric oven, ceramic hob, extractor, and dishwasher. The kitchen also enjoys field views to the front, offering a peaceful rural outlook.
From the kitchen, continue into the hallway, where parquet flooring adds warmth and character. A door at the rear provides access to the garden, and there's a useful under-stairs cupboard, rear-facing window, radiator, and stairs to the first floor.
The lounge is a generous, light-filled space with a dual aspect, offering a front window and French doors with side panels leading to the rear garden. A striking brick-built fireplace with a timber mantel and brick hearth forms the inviting focal point. Character features include tiled flooring, exposed ceiling beams, tasteful wallpaper, and a built-in cupboard for storage. The room also benefits from wall lighting and a door leading through to a separate sitting room.
This additional reception space extends the living area and is filled with natural light from windows to the front and side, with French doors leading to the rear garden. It features parquet flooring and a brick fireplace, making it a comfortable and versatile room for everyday use or entertaining.
A third reception room sits off the hallway, currently used as a dining room, it could equally serve as a ground floor bedroom. The space features a front-facing window, French doors opening onto the rear garden, exposed beams, a built-in cupboard, and tiled flooring.
Also on the ground floor is a beautifully finished shower room, styled with tiled walls and floor, a floor drain with overhead shower, pedestal basin, low-level WC, heated towel rail, and a roof window bringing in natural light.
Upstairs, the landing includes a useful storage cupboard and provides access to three spacious double bedrooms, with the main enjoying built-in wardrobes and far-reaching countryside views. This floor is well laid out for family living, offering plenty of room for furnishings and storage.
The stylish family bathroom is finished with tiled walls and flooring and features a white suite comprising a tiled-in bath with mixer tap and shower attachment with shower screen, pedestal hand wash basin, low-level WC, two heated towel rails, and ventilation.
To the rear, the generous garden is fully enclosed and thoughtfully landscaped, mainly laid to lawn with well-stocked borders, a patio seating area, and a raised terrace tucked into the far corner — ideal for outdoor dining or relaxing. A timber shed is discreetly positioned to the side, and there’s plenty of space for children to play or for further planting.
The detached double garage is fully equipped with power, lighting, fitted units, plumbing for a washing machine, and a sink with mixer tap. A staircase leads up to a spacious loft room, ideal as a home office, studio, or hobbies space, with natural light and flexible layout options.
At the front, the property is approached on a brick weave driveway providing ample parking for multiple vehicles, with double timber gates offering secure access to the rear garden.
Agents notes
We understand that the property will be sold freehold, connected to main services water, electricity and drainage.
Heating system- Oil Central Heating
Council Tax Band- D
EPC Rating: E
Brochures
Property Brochure- 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.
- Yes
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Yes
- 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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