The Green, Old Buckenham NR17

A Rare Opportunity on the Village Green

Offered to the market with no onward chain, this detached period cottage is brimming with history and potential. Having been cherished by the same family for four generations, the property was originally three individual cottages and, over the years, has been thoughtfully combined to create one unique home.

Now in need of updating and renovation, the cottage presents an exciting opportunity for a new owner to shape it into a truly special residence. Inside, the accommodation includes two welcoming living rooms, a dining room, kitchen, four bedrooms and a family bathroom, providing a flexible layout well-suited to modern family life.

Positioned in a wonderful setting with stunning views across the village green, the property also benefits from rear parking and a private garden, adding to its appeal.

With its character, history, and scope for improvement, this is a rare chance to create a beautiful family home in a sought-after village location.

Old Buckenham

Old Buckenham is a charming and vibrant village in Norfolk, known for its expansive village green, one of the largest in the country. The green, with its picturesque duck ponds, mature trees, and surrounding period properties, serves as the heart of the village. It is flanked by important community features, including a play area, the village church, and two inviting public houses, one of which overlooks the green, while the other offers traditional pub food.
The village is well-served by local amenities, including a post office, village shop, and high-performing primary and high schools, all within walking distance. For recreation, Old Buckenham offers a country park and an airfield, both of which host various events throughout the year, such as a popular hot air balloon festival and annual air displays, ensuring that there is always something happening in this lively village.
For commuters, Attleborough train station, just 3 miles away, provides regular services to Norwich and Cambridge. Meanwhile, Diss train station, 10 miles away, offers direct services to London Liverpool Street. The village also benefits from quick and easy access to the A11, the main route between Norwich and Cambridge, making Old Buckenham an ideal location for those seeking a blend of rural tranquillity and convenient transport links.

Accommodation Comprises:

Ground Floor

Lounge Welcomed via the front entrance door, the lounge provides a warm and inviting space with stairs rising to the first floor. A door leads through to the boiler room, while a further doorway opens into the dining room, creating a natural flow through the ground floor accommodation.

Boiler Room Housing the freestanding boiler, this practical space benefits from a double aspect with a full-length side window.

Dining Room A welcoming room with its own front entrance door and delightful views across the village green. Featuring a working fireplace with mantelpiece as the focal point, the dining room also includes a radiator and offers access through to the kitchen/breakfast room.

Kitchen/Breakfast Room Fitted with a range of matching wall and base units, this well-proportioned kitchen includes a breakfast bar and ample space for a dining table and chairs. Features include a 2½ bowl sink unit, electric hob with mid-height oven, and space for a dishwasher, washing machine and under-counter fridge. A door leads to a useful walk-in pantry with lighting, while an outside door provides direct access to the rear garden, radiator.

Second Reception Room A charming and versatile space featuring a brick-built open fireplace as its focal point. Enjoying a double aspect with wonderful views across the village green, the room also benefits from two radiators and a built-in cupboard with shelving, adding both warmth and practicality.

First Floor

Landing Providing access to all bedrooms and the family bathroom, the landing includes a built-in cupboard with shelving for storage and a radiator.

Bedroom 1 With a front aspect, featuring a built-in storage cupboard with shelving and a radiator. The room benefits from a sliding-door en suite, comprising a W.C., wash hand basin, and radiator, providing added convenience and privacy.

Bedroom 2 A well-proportioned bedroom with a front aspect, featuring a built-in wardrobe cupboard with hanging rail and a radiator,

Bedroom 3 A double bedroom with a front aspect, featuring a built-in wardrobe cupboard with shelving and a radiator. The room also provides convenient access to the loft space.

Bedroom 4 With a rear aspect, complete with a radiator, offering a peaceful outlook and versatile space suitable for family or guests.

Family Bathroom A well-appointed four-piece bathroom suite comprising a corner bath, walk-in shower cubicle with electric shower, wash hand basin, W.C., and radiator.

Outside The property benefits from a shared gravel driveway with parking to the rear. The rear garden includes a greenhouse, paved patio area, timber shed, oil tank, and a lawn, offering a mix of practical and recreational space. To the front, the home enjoys views over Ottomer Pond and the village green, and is enclosed by charming picket fencing.

GENTS NOTE - Please be advised that the property details may be subject to change and must not be relied upon as an accurate description of this home. Although these details are thought to be materially correct, the accuracy cannot be guaranteed, and they do not form part of any contract. All services and appliances must be considered 'untested' and a buyer should ensure their appointed solicitor collates any relevant information or service/warranty documentation. Please note, all dimensions are approximate/maximums and should not be relied upon for the purposes of floor coverings.

ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS - We are required by law to conduct Anti-Money Laundering (AML) checks on all parties involved in the sale or purchase of a property. We take the responsibility of this seriously in line with HMRC guidance, and in ensuring the accuracy and continuous monitoring of these checks. Our partner, Movebutler, will carry out the initial checks on our behalf. They will contact you once your offer has been accepted, to conclude, where possible, a biometric check with you electronically.

As an applicant, you will be charged a non-refundable fee of £30 (inclusive of VAT) per buyer for these checks. The fee covers data collection, manual checking, and monitoring. You will need to pay this amount directly to Movebutler and complete all Anti-Money Laundering (AML) checks before your offer can be formally accepted. 

Important Information Regarding Referral Fees

In accordance with the Estate Agents (Provision of Information) Regulations 1991 and the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008, we are required to disclose that this company may offer certain services to sellers and purchasers from which we may receive a referral fee upon completion.

Specifically:

For conveyancing services, we typically receive a referral fee of £138.00 (inc. VAT).
For mortgages and related financial products, our average share of commission from a broker is £250 (no VAT). However, this amount may be subject to proportional clawback by the lender if the mortgage or related product is cancelled early.