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Tuns Road, Necton

PROPERTY TYPE

Detached

BEDROOMS

5

BATHROOMS

3

SIZE

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TENURE
Describes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.

Freehold

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Key features

  • TURN KEY MID 1800s PERIOD COTTAGE
  • 5 DOUBLE BEDROOMS
  • TWO EN-SUITES
  • WORKSHOP SUITABLE FOR ANNEXE CONVERSION
  • CARPORT & OFF-STREET PARKING
  • BEAUTIFUL SETTING
  • VIEWING HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

Description

The Norfolk Agents Swaffham are delighted to bring to market Swiss Cottage, positioned discreetly along a tree-lined approach in a conservation area, and enjoying an enviable setting overlooking the historic All Saints Church. It is a beautifully restored and sympathetically extended period home that effortlessly blends character, craftsmanship and modern family living.

Believed to date in part from the mid-19th century, this substantial detached cottage has evolved over time into a wonderfully versatile family residence extending to four double bedrooms, a good sized single bedroom and a series of generous reception spaces. Throughout, original beams, exposed timbers and striking fireplaces sit comfortably alongside quality contemporary finishes, creating a home of genuine warmth and distinction.

ACCOMMODATION

At the heart of the property lies an impressive open-plan kitchen and dining room, thoughtfully designed for both everyday living and entertaining. Bespoke oak cabinetry, extensive work surfaces and a range-style cooker combine with traditional materials and travertine flooring to create a space that is both practical and inviting. The kitchen flows seamlessly into a charming sitting room centered around a feature fireplace with multi-fuel stove, while a second reception room offers an equally atmospheric retreat, also benefiting from a character fireplace and wood-burning stove.

The ground floor accommodation is completed by a welcoming entrance hall with oak staircase, utility room, cloakroom and rear porch. Underfloor heating throughout much of the ground floor adds a further layer of comfort, while New England-style shutters enhance both privacy and aesthetic appeal.

The first floor provides four well-proportioned double bedrooms. The principal bedroom commands delightful views across the church grounds and benefits from fitted storage and an en-suite shower room. There is also a good-sized single bedroom benefiting from its own en-suite. A stylish family bathroom features twin wash basins and a traditional suite.

OUTSIDE

Outside, Swiss Cottage continues to impress. Accessed via a five-bar gate, the shingled driveway provides extensive parking alongside a covered carport. A range of useful outbuildings includes a substantial workshop with power and glazing, offering exciting potential for a variety of uses, subject to any necessary consents. Additional stores and ancillary buildings further enhance the property's practicality.

The rear gardens have been carefully cultivated to create a private and peaceful sanctuary. Predominantly laid to lawn and enclosed by mature planting, hedging and attractive brick boundaries, the garden is interspersed with established shrubs, fruit trees and specimen planting, including two magnificent Paulownia trees. A fully insulated summer house with power and extensive glazing provides an idyllic space for home working, hobbies or simply enjoying the outlook across the grounds.

Rarely does a village home combine such character, scale and setting. Overlooking one of Norfolk's most attractive parish churches and situated within the highly regarded village of Necton, Swiss Cottage offers a unique opportunity to acquire a substantial period home with exceptional charm, generous accommodation and beautifully maintained gardens.

LOCATION

Necton is a busy village with a thriving community, conveniently located for the nearby market towns of Swaffham and Dereham, and 25 miles to the West of Norwich. The village offers a range of amenities including a convenience store, post office, butchers, hairdressers, doctor's surgery, public house, Asda Express, Costa Coffee, petrol station and primary school. There is also a village playing field which is home to several sports teams, with a playground and car park. Swaffham is a thriving market town and is home to many local businesses, including a Waitrose.

SERVICES

Mains water and electricity. Water treatment plant drainage.
Gas fired central heating with underfloor heating to the ground floor and radiators to the first floor.

TENURE: Freehold

COUNCIL TAX BAND: E

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

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COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
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PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
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Monthly repayments£3,009
Property: £ 600,000
Deposit: £ 60,000
Interest rate: 5.33%
Term: 30 years
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