Roughton, Near Cromer

Location Set within the gently rolling North Norfolk countryside, the well-served village of Roughton enjoys a wonderfully convenient yet distinctly county setting, lying just off the A140, approximately 2.8 miles south of Cromer, 8.5 miles north of Aylsham, and within easy reach of the cathedral city of Norwich (around 20.5 miles).

Roughton offers an appealing sense of community alongside everyday practicality, with a range of amenities all within comfortable walking distance of the property. These include a well-regarded primary school, a popular village pub, a renowned fish and chip shop, and a garage with convenience store-ensuring the essentials are close at hand while retaining a peaceful village atmosphere.
A short drive brings you to the delightful coastal town of Cromer, one of North Norfolk's most cherished seaside destinations. Rich in Victorian character, Cromer is celebrated for its expansive sandy beaches, its famous local crab, and its iconic pier-home to one of the last remaining traditional seaside theatres in the country. The town's maritime heritage remains evident, with its historic lighthouse, active lifeboat station, and enduring fishing traditions.

Cromer also offers a vibrant mix of independent boutiques, cafés, restaurants, and traditional pubs, complemented by a full range of everyday amenities including healthcare services, a library, and the highly regarded Royal Cromer Golf Club. Excellent transport connections provide easy access to Norwich, the Norfolk Broads, and the wider coastline, making this an ideal location from which to enjoy both countryside and coastal living. 

Description The property has an inviting entrance porch, with a distinctive circular window and warm wood-effect flooring create an immediate sense of character, leading through an oak-framed glazed door into the principal living space.

The sitting room provides a comfortable and welcoming retreat, featuring a characterful strapwork ceiling and a generous picture window, and flowing naturally through to the dining area-ideal for both relaxed evenings and more formal gatherings.

To the rear, the home opens into a striking open-plan kitchen, dining and living space spanning the full width of the property-an impressive, light-filled hub designed for modern country living. This superb room seamlessly combines cooking, dining and relaxation, with twin sets of patio doors opening onto the terrace and framing attractive views across the garden and neighbouring lake.

The kitchen is beautifully appointed, with an extensive range of fitted cabinetry complemented by sleek black granite worktops, integrated twin ovens and an induction hob with contemporary extractor. A central island with a marble surface provides a natural focal point, offering both additional preparation space and an informal area for dining and entertaining.

A well-equipped utility room sits alongside, providing further workspace and storage, while the property also benefits from solar panels with battery storage, helping to enhance energy efficiency and reduce running costs.

The bedroom accommodation is thoughtfully arranged. The principal bedroom is a generous and peaceful space, served by a stylish en-suite shower room, while two further well-proportioned bedrooms are complemented by a contemporary family bathroom featuring both bath and separate shower.

Externally, the property continues to impress. A wide frontage leads to an integral double garage with bi-folding doors, offering excellent versatility as a workshop or recreational space. Secure electric gates open to an extensive shingled driveway, providing ample parking and access to a substantial detached garage/workshop.

To the rear, the gardens provide a delightful setting for outdoor living, with a shaped and brick-edged terrace ideal for al fresco dining, overlooking expansive lawns and a mature tree. Beyond, the property enjoys attractive views across a neighbouring fishing lake, creating a peaceful backdrop. 

Entrance Porch wood effect fitted floor, inset ceiling lighting, feature circular double glazed window, oak framed glazed door to: 

Sitting Room 20' 1" x 14' 3" (6.12m x 4.34m) including alcoves Electric radiator, fitted carpet, strapwork ceiling with inset lighting, uPVC sealed unit double glazed window, sliding door to: 

Dining Area 15' 2" (4.62m plus lobby area with fitted wood effect flooring, uPVC sealed unit double glazed window overlooking the rear garden, vestibule area off which is a lobby leading to the cloakroom and bathroom, utility room and inner hall to the secondary bedrooms, open plan and step down to: 

LIFESTYLE KITCHEN LIVING AREA 30' 3" x 13' 7" (9.22m x 4.14m) The sitting area to one end provides ample space to relax and enjoy views of the garden and neighbouring lake, with 2 sets pf patio doors opening onto a paved terrace immediately at the rear of the property.

The lifestyle kitchen is beautifully crafted, thoughtfully designed and well appointed. along one wall is an extensive range of fitted units with drawers, shelving and wall mounted cupboards and low profile black granite worktops, electric hob with contemporary hood above and integrated twin Bosch ovens. Facing island with wide white marble countertop providing a breakfast bat and with 1.5 bowl sink with units beneath and integrated bin system and dishwasher. Plinth lighting and inset ceiling lighting. 

Utility Room 9' 2" x 7' 8" (2.79m x 2.34m) built in cupboard, quartz effect worktops with inset stainless steel single drainer sink unit fitted base units and wall mounted cupboards, plumbing for automatic washing machine, built-in airing cupboard housing lagged hot water tank, uPVC sealed unit double glazed window. 

Inner Lobby Wood effect fitted floor, discreetly positioned solar panel inverter and battery storage. 

Cloakroom 5' 8" x 3' 7" (1.73m x 1.09m) 2 piece suite with coordinated trims comprising white low level wc with concealed cistern and black wash basin with cabinet beneath, marble effect splashback, wood effect fitted floor, uPVC sealed unit double glazed window. 

Bathroom 8' 7" x 7' 4" (2.62m x 2.24m) White 4 piece suite with contrasting black trims and fittings and marble effect splashbacks comprising curved profile panelled corner bath, corner shower cubicle with wand and overhead rose and glazed sliding door, wc with concealed cistern, wash basin with 2-drawer cabinet beneath, bronze finish electric towel radiator, wood effect electric floor, inset ceiling lights, uPVC sealed unit double glazed window, access hatch to loft space. 

Principal Bedroom 15' 8" x 12' 6" (4.78m x 3.81m) widening 16'8" Electric radiator, fitted carpet, inset ceiling lights, uPVC sealed unit double glazed window, door to:- 

En-Suite Shower Room 7' 10" x 3' 11" (2.39m x 1.19m) White 3 piece suite comprising wc with concealed cistern, integrated wash basin and fitted cabinet, large shower cubicle with lateral and overhead jets, electric towel radiator with bronze effect finish, extractor fan. 

Inner Hall 20' 7" x 3' 5" (6.27m x 1.04m) Fitted carpet. 

Bedroom 2 10' 11" x 9' 8" (3.33m x 2.95m) Electric radiator, fitted carpet, uPVC sealed unit double glazed window. 

Bedroom 3 10' 5" x 8' 11" (3.18m x 2.72m) Electric radiator, fitted carpet, uPVC sealed unit double glazed window. 

Outside The property enjoys a wide frontage to chapel road including an integral Double Garage 17' 1" x 16' 6" (5.21m x 5.03m) with bi-folding garage doors, ceiling light and various shelving units, which has potential for a variety of recreational purposes as well as a spacious garage workshop.

To the side there are double electric entrance gates which open to an extensive shingled parking/turning area and giving access to a modern timber framed shiplap Garage/workshop 24' x 15' 0" (7.32m x 4.57m), with casement doors and light & power.

Adjacent to the living area there is a shaped and brick edged patio area, ideal for alfresco dining and overlooking the extensive lawned gardens beyond, and an established mature tree, all enjoying views across the neighbouring fishing lake. 

Services Mains water electricity and drainage are available.
Solar panels and battery storage to aid efficiency 

Local Authority/Council Tax North Norfolk District Council
Council Tax Band C 

EPC Rating The Energy Rating for this property is D. A full Energy Performance Certificate available on request. 

Important Agent Note Intending purchasers will be asked to provide original Identity Documentation and Proof of Address before solicitors are instructed. 

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