Kingfisher Lane, South Walsham, Norfolk, NR13

A charming three-four bedroom detached thatched waterside property offering a rare opportunity to enjoy tranquil living in the heart of the Norfolk Broads. Boasting an enviable waterside position, the home features an integral boathouse, private quay heading, and dedicated mooring—ideal for boating enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.
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GROUND FLOOR

- Porch
- Entrance hall
- Kitchen/dining room
- Utility room
- Study
- Snug/bedroom 4
- WC
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FIRST FLOOR

- Sitting room with balcony
- Main bedroom with en suite bathroom
- Two further bedrooms
- Family bathroom
- Airing cupboard
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OUTSIDE

- Integral wet boathouse
- Quay heading mooring
- Workshop
- Landscaped gardens
- Gazebo & decked seating area
- Private off-road parking
- Sheds
- Greenhouse
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ADDITIONAL FEATURES

Utilities

- Water supply: mains
- Electricity: mains
- Heating: Air source
- Drainage: Private treatment plant
- Broadband connection: FTTC
- Parking: Off road

Rights and Restrictions

- Private rights of way: No
- Public rights of way: No
- Listed Property: No
- Restrictions: Yes
- Easements: Yes
- Conservation area: No

Risks
- Flooded in last 5 years: No
- Flood defences: Nearby sluice gates to the marshes
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TENURE & LAND REGISTRY

The property holds two Freehold Titles: NK384365 & NK398240
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LOCAL AUTHORITY

Broadland District Council, Band: F
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EPC RATING

C
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DESCRIPTION

This beautiful, detached property is constructed using a timber-framed design, securely set on ring-beamed piling to ensure stability and longevity. Topped with a traditional thatched roof, the home seamlessly blends classic Norfolk charm with modern efficiency. It is equipped with an air source heat pump and benefits from underfloor heating throughout, providing sustainable, energy-efficient comfort all year round. With its picturesque setting and traditional thatched character, this unique property perfectly blends rustic character with direct access to one of the region’s most beautiful stretches of water.
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GROUND FLOOR

A solid oak front door with partial glazing opens into a welcoming porch, leading through to the entrance hall. The hall features a traditional pamment tiled floor, wall lighting, and a staircase rising to the first floor. A rear-facing window offers charming views over the water, creating an immediate sense of connection with the surrounding landscape.

Accessed off the entrance hall is the beautiful triple-aspect kitchen and dining room (22’ x 16’1) is flooded with natural light, featuring a front-facing window, a glazed side door opening onto a decked seating area, and a rear window alongside a set of French doors that frame stunning views over the broad. The space is finished with a traditional pamment tiled floor and exposed oak timbers, adding warmth and character. The solid oak fitted kitchen is complemented by rich Iroko hardwood worktops and a double butler sink. At the heart of the kitchen is an electric AGA stove with a six-ring hob and an extractor hood, perfect for both everyday cooking and entertaining. Additional features include a built-in dishwasher, a generous pantry, and partially tiled walls. There is also ample space for a freestanding fridge freezer, making this an inviting and practical space.

This charming home offers a thoughtfully designed layout with convenient access from the entrance hall to a variety of functional spaces. A welcoming WC, a bright study (10’6 x 8’8), and a spacious utility room (11’9 x 5’7) provide practicality for daily living. The utility room includes plumbing for laundry appliances, ample storage, and houses the pressurised water tank. Beyond, a versatile room with a sink and additional storage leads to the boathouse and opens into a cozy snug/bedroom 4, complete with built-in furniture, perfect for both relaxation and overnight guests. This well-appointed home combines comfort and efficiency in every corner.
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FIRST FLOOR

The dual-aspect sitting room offers a bright and inviting space, featuring an electric coal-effect fire and wood flooring that adds warmth and character. A set of French doors at the rear open onto a private balcony, providing panoramic views over the broad—perfect for relaxing or entertaining while enjoying the tranquil waterside setting.

The generously sized main bedroom features dual-aspect views to both the front and rear of the property, allowing natural light to flood the space. It is fitted with a built-in double wardrobe, a slide-out space-saving wardrobe, and has stylish wooden floor that adds warmth. The adjoining en-suite is equipped with a large shower enclosure, a vanity wash hand basin, and a low-level WC. A heated towel rail ensures comfort, while a built-in cupboard provides additional storage. The wooden flooring ties the space together, offering both practicality and elegance.

Bedroom 2 features wood flooring, a window with a front-facing view, built-in wardrobe, and two additional fitted cupboards. Bedroom 3 includes a side-facing window offering a view of the broad, also with a wood floor. The bathroom is equipped with a low-level W/C, wash hand basin, a roll-top bath with a shower attachment, a heated towel rail, and partially tiled walls. It also has a wooden floor and a window to the side.

The landing has an airing cupboard and provides access to a partially boarded loft space via a retractable ladder.
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OUTSIDE

The property is accessed via a set of double timber gates that open onto a gravel driveway with a carport, offering convenient parking.

The wet boathouse (24’4 x 18’10) includes a mooring dock with an additional section that is presently boarded over. This section contains a slipway and offers the potential to be uncovered, allowing for extra mooring space. Subject to any necessary planning consents, the boathouse could also be expanded or combined with the snug to create additional ground-floor living area.

The beautifully maintained lawned garden overlooks the water and is richly planted with a variety of flowers, shrubs, and ornamental grasses. A decked seating area provides a tranquil spot to enjoy the view. The garden continues along the side of the house, featuring a second deck with a gazebo accessed directly from the kitchen—ideal for outdoor dining and relaxation.

Additional features include three sheds, a greenhouse, a productive vegetable garden, and raised beds to the front of the property, enhancing both its charm and practicality.
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SITUATION

The property is less than a mile from the heart of South Walsham, a popular Broadland village featuring St Mary and St Lawrence churches, Fairhaven Primary School, a vibrant village hall, and the beautiful Fairhaven Woodland and Water Garden. Located within the Norfolk Broads network, the property enjoys uninterrupted views over South Walsham Broad, which is home to a boatyard, moorings, and a nature reserve. Ranworth Broad is just a 3.5-mile drive away, and a pleasant walk will take you to the River Bure, near St Benet’s Abbey.

The nearby village of Acle offers excellent local shopping, schools, and a medical centre, while the Cathedral City of Norwich, with its lively arts and business scene, is just a short drive away. Norwich boasts a rich cultural and social life, comprehensive shopping, historic landmarks, and a thriving nightlife. The city also offers state, faith, and independent schools, the Norfolk and Norwich Hospital, the University of East Anglia, as well as numerous cinemas, theatres, and restaurants. Norwich is well-connected with a mainline railway station and Norwich International Airport to the north.
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DRIVING DISTANCES (approx.)

- Acle: 3.3 miles
- Norwich: 10.6 miles
- Coast: 12 miles
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WHAT3WORDS

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AGENTS NOTE

As this is a waterside property, we kindly ask that you exercise extra caution during your viewing.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE

1. These particulars have been prepared in good faith as a general guide, they are not exhaustive and include information provided to us by other parties including the seller, not all of which will have been verified by us.

2. We have not carried out a detailed or structural survey; we have not tested any services, appliances or fittings. Measurements, floor plans, orientation and distances are given as approximate only and should not be relied on.

3. The photographs are not necessarily comprehensive or current, aspects may have changed since the photographs were taken. No assumption should be made that any contents are included in the sale.

4. We have not checked that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation approval, statutory or regulatory permissions or consents. Any reference to any alterations or use of any part of the property does not mean that necessary planning, building regulations, or other consent has been obtained.

5. Prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves by inspection, searches, enquiries, surveys, and professional advice about all relevant aspects of the property.

6. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact; we have no authority to make or give any representation or warranties in relation to the property. If these are required, you should include their terms in any contract between you and the seller.

7. Note to potential purchasers who intend to view the property; if there is any point of particular importance to you, we ask you to discuss this with us before you make arrangements to visit or request a viewing appointment.

8. Viewings are strictly by prior appointment through Jackson-Stops.
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DATE DETAILS PRODUCED

August 2025