Hunstanton Road, Heacham, King's Lynn, Norfolk, PE31

The Norfolk Agents are delighted to offer Lantern Cottage, an exceptional four-bedroom residence occupying a superb position overlooking Heacham Manor Golf Club with far-reaching views across the parkland towards the sea. Situated on one of Heacham’s most popular roads, this impressive home has been comprehensively renovated and meticulously redesigned to an exceptional standard throughout. The current owners have transformed the property with an uncompromising attention to detail, creating a beautifully refined turnkey home perfectly suited to modern family living. Every room has been thoughtfully curated, combining elegant interior styling with high-quality finishes and luxurious contemporary design. Significant improvements include a stunning new kitchen and utility room, beautifully redesigned bathrooms, stylish flooring, electrical rewire, upgraded oak internal doors and tasteful décor throughout. A particularly notable feature is the complete transformation of the lower ground floor, where the former garage has been converted into a luxurious guest suite, ideal for visiting family and friends or multi-generational living. Outside, the property continues to impress with beautifully landscaped gardens, a striking gothic folly and an expansive terrace perfectly positioned to enjoy the stunning golf course and coastal views. In addition, a detached garden studio provides stylish self-contained accommodation complete with its own shower room and kitchenette, offering excellent versatility for guests, home working or supplementary accommodation. Further enhancing the property’s appeal, planning permission has already been granted for a substantial rear extension together with the construction of a cart shed, offering exciting scope for future enlargement if desired. Lantern Cottage represents a rare opportunity to acquire a truly individual coastal home finished to an exceptional specification in a popular coastal setting.

ACCOMMODATION

Visitors are welcomed into the property via an inviting entrance hall positioned to the front of the home, featuring an oak glazed staircase and a picture window that draws the eye through to the kitchen and gardens beyond. The main reception space is a superb lounge/dining room, beautifully proportioned and perfectly designed for both everyday living and entertaining. Overlooking the front of the property, the room features a contemporary log burner and refined wood-effect tiled flooring, which continues throughout much of the ground and first floors. Glazed sliding doors open seamlessly into the bright conservatory, extending the reception space further and enjoying delightful views across the landscaped rear garden, with French doors providing direct access outside. Also positioned to the rear of the home is the stunning kitchen, fitted with an elegant range of cabinetry complemented by beautiful Quartz work surfaces and a comprehensive selection of integrated appliances, including twin electric ovens, an induction hob with extractor, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and a Qettle boiling water tap. Adjacent to the kitchen, the utility/boot room provides additional fitted storage and cleverly concealed space and plumbing for laundry appliances, ensuring practicality without compromising on style. Completing the ground floor is a beautifully appointed shower room finished with quality sanitary ware and striking floor-to-ceiling tiling.

The first floor features three well-proportioned bedrooms, each benefitting from fitted wardrobes, all arranged around a central landing. These rooms are served by an impressive family bathroom, individually designed and finished to an exceptional standard, featuring a freestanding bath and useful built-in storage.

Occupying the lower ground floor is the outstanding guest suite, created through the complete transformation of the former garage. This luxurious space comprises a generous double bedroom with extensive fitted storage and bi-fold doors opening onto a sheltered patio area beneath the terrace above. The suite is complemented by a stylish ensuite shower room, fitted with high-quality sanitary ware including a large walk-in shower. In addition, the space benefits from a useful kitchenette-style area with worktop space and provision for a fridge, making it particularly well-suited for guests, offering a degree of independence and convenience.

OUTSIDE

The property is approached via a generous gravel driveway, providing ample off-road parking for multiple vehicles. To the front of the home, a superb oak-framed terrace has been thoughtfully designed and positioned to fully embrace the stunning outlook across the golf course and surrounding landscape. To the rear, the garden has been beautifully landscaped to create a series of well-defined and highly usable outdoor spaces, perfectly suited to both entertaining and quiet enjoyment. Immediately adjoining the property is a substantial patio area, ideally arranged for outdoor dining and social gatherings. This leads onto an impressive shingled seating area, forming a real focal point of the garden. Here, the current owners have created a striking gothic folly alongside multiple firepits, delivering a unique and atmospheric space that is particularly well suited to entertaining and evening use. This feature adds genuine individuality and character to the outdoor setting. Beyond this lies a well-maintained lawned garden, providing a softer contrast and a further area for relaxation or family use. Within this section of the garden sits the detached garden studio, a highly versatile self-contained building benefiting from its own kitchenette, shower room, with an additional bedroom. This space is ideally suited to guest accommodation, a home office or ancillary living, offering excellent flexibility. The outdoor space is completed by a useful garden shed, providing useful additional storage.

LOCATION

Heacham is a thriving village in north-west Norfolk, approximately 2 miles from the popular seaside town of Hunstanton and around 12-miles from Kings Lynn, where there is a direct trainline into London Kings Cross, via Cambridge. The renowned North Norfolk coastline is only a short drive along the A149, whilst Burnham Market is around a 20-minute car journey away. Heacham enjoys a wide range of amenities including schools, pubs, restaurants, a golf club and various shops, as well as a lively village hall and social club. The village is also a popular holiday destination, with several miles of beaches and other tourist attractions.

SERVICES

The property is connected to mains electricity, gas, drainage and water supply. Gas-fired central heating.

TENURE: Freehold

COUNCIL TAX BAND: D

EPC RATING: D - The full certificate can be downloaded or provided by the Norfolk Agents.

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