Eagle Road, Erpingham

Nestled within the heart of the picturesque North Norfolk village of Erpingham, Folly Cottage is a charming and characterful period home offering beautifully presented accommodation, generous outside space and an exciting opportunity for further enhancement. Enjoying attractive meadow views to the front and a peaceful village setting, the property perfectly combines traditional cottage features with modern improvements, alongside scope to create a more substantial family home, with the added benefit of approved planning permission and detailed drawings for a significant rear extension and internal reconfiguration.

The cottage is approached via a shingle driveway providing off-road parking, with steps rising to the entrance and a façade adorned with climbing wisteria, immediately setting a delightful first impression. The accommodation begins with a welcoming entrance hall, featuring tiled flooring and stairs rising to the first floor.

The sitting room is a warm and inviting space, full of character, with wooden flooring, a front-facing sash window overlooking the meadows and a wood burning stove set within a fireplace with timber mantle and tiled hearth, creating a cosy focal point. A second reception room, currently used as a dining room, offers further versatility and features a sash window to the side, an oil-fired Aga and useful understairs storage, making it an ideal space for both everyday use and entertaining.

The kitchen has recently been replaced and now offers a fresh, modern finish with newly fitted units, providing a stylish and practical space. There is ample room for appliances including a washing machine, dishwasher, tumble dryer and fridge freezer, alongside an electric oven and hob, making it well suited to modern living. A rear lobby provides additional access and practical space, linking the interior with the garden.

To the first floor, there are three well-proportioned bedrooms, each retaining a sense of character with sash windows and pleasant outlooks. The principal bedroom enjoys views to the front, while the remaining bedrooms offer flexibility for family living, guests or home working. The bathroom is fitted with a classic roll top bath, wash basin and WC, complemented by dual aspect windows and a heated towel rail.

Externally, the rear garden is a particularly attractive feature, being generous in size and mainly laid to lawn, interspersed with a variety of mature shrubs and planting. A patio seating area provides a pleasant space for outdoor dining. Of particular note, the integral brick-built store room has been adapted to provide a highly useful utility space, complete with plumbing for a washing machine, offering excellent additional functionality while retaining valuable storage.

The property is being sold with approved planning permission and architectural drawings for a substantial extension to the rear, together with alterations to the first floor. The proposed plans would create a large open-plan kitchen/dining/family space, along with additional utility, boot room and bathroom facilities, offering buyers an exciting opportunity to significantly enhance both the size and functionality of the home.

Further benefits include oil fired central heating, mains services and a highly desirable village setting within easy reach of both countryside and coast.

The Area Erpingham

The attractive village of Erpingham is a quintessential North Norfolk settlement, known for its rural charm, historic architecture and strong sense of community. Surrounded by open countryside, the village offers a peaceful lifestyle while remaining conveniently connected to nearby towns and the coast.

At the heart of the village lies the impressive St Mary`s Church, Erpingham, dating back to the 14th and 15th centuries and reflecting the area`s rich heritage. The village also benefits from a well-regarded primary school and a popular public house, providing essential amenities within walking distance.

Erpingham is ideally positioned for access to the nearby market town of Aylsham, which offers a wide range of shops, supermarkets, schooling and everyday services. The North Norfolk coastline, renowned for its stunning beaches and coastal villages, is just a short drive away, while the A140 provides excellent road links to Norwich and beyond.

Combining countryside tranquillity with accessibility and heritage, Erpingham remains a highly desirable location for those seeking a relaxed village lifestyle within easy reach of both coast and city.








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Please note that we have not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services and as so cannot verify that they are in working order or fit for their purpose. Pymm & Co cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided. This is provided as a guide to the property and an inspection of the property is recommended.