The Green, Old Buckenham, Attleborough, NR17

DETACHED FOUR DOUBLE BEDROOM, EXTENDED COTTAGE DATING BACK TO 1860 ON A PLOT SIZE OF 0.57 OF AN ACRE WITH A LARGE GARAGE, OUTBUILDINGS AND GATED DRIVEWAY


A detached cottage dating back to 1860, overlooking one of Norfolk’s most scenic open green spaces, a conservation area and set within a beautiful 0.57-acre plot. Historically extended to offer almost 1,700 square feet of character-filled accommodation, the property features four double bedrooms, two modern bath/shower rooms, two large reception rooms with solid oak flooring, and a contemporary kitchen with a matching utility room.

While retaining its period charm, the home has benefited from significant energy-efficient and modern upgrades. These include replacement double-glazed windows and doors (installed since 2022), Bi-folding doors in the sitting room, an electric vehicle charging point, and Fibre to the Premises (FTTP) for ultra-fast connectivity. The property also features a pressurised hot water cylinder (2025) and oil central heating with the advantage of mains drainage.

The exceptional grounds back onto open fields and feature a 250-square-foot garden room (constructed in 2023) with bi-folding doors opening onto a patio. Accessed via a secure double-gated entrance, the external space includes a large garage, a double cart lodge, a brick-and-flint workshop, and a greenhouse. The beautifully landscaped gardens are prominently laid to lawn, complete with a feature pond and stream, mature fruit trees, and a partial flint-wall border.

Kitchen/Diner – Stable-style door and double-glazed windows to side and rear aspect. A fitted kitchen with wall- and base-mounted units, oak work surfaces, tiled splashbacks, ceramic sink/drainer, ceramic hob, stainless steel extractor fan, Neff double oven, Neff integrated dishwasher, Bosch integrated fridge, radiator, tiled floor, and a cupboard housing the hot water cylinder and HIVE.

W.C. – Double-glazed window, wash hand basin, W.C., towel rail, and tiled flooring.

Utility Room – Double-glazed window and door to the garden, low-level units, oak work surfaces, butler-style sink/drainer, plumbing and space for a washing machine and tumble dryer, space for a fridge-freezer, central heating boiler, and tiled flooring.

Lounge/Dining Room – Triple-aspect double-glazed windows, exposed brick fireplace with cast-iron wood-burning stove, solid oak flooring, radiators, and TV point.

Sitting Room – Double-glazed window and bi-folding doors to the garden, exposed brick feature fireplace (capped and covered), solid oak flooring, radiator, under-stairs storage cupboard, and staircase to:

Landing – Double-glazed window and over-stairs seating. Loft access.

Principal Bedroom – Dual-aspect double-glazed windows, double wardrobe, radiator, loft access and door to:

Ensuite Shower Room – Shower cubicle with Aqualisa shower, glazed screen, plastic splashbacks, Grohe W.C., Roper Rhodes wash hand basin, low-level vanity unit, and towel rail.

Bedroom 2 – Dual-aspect double-glazed windows, feature cast-iron fireplace, and radiator.

Bathroom – Double-glazed roof window, bath with Aqualisa shower above, wash hand basin,
W.C., tiled splashbacks, and towel rail. Velux window.

Bedroom 3 – Dual-aspect double-glazed windows, loft access, and radiator.

Bedroom 4 – Dual-aspect double-glazed
windows, loft access, and radiator.

Garden Room – Double-glazed dual-aspect windows and bi-folding doors, electric heating, and wood-effect flooring. External power.

Garage – Double doors to the front, door to the garden, dual-aspect single-glazed windows, storage areas, and partially boarded loft space, electric car charger and external power.

Cart Shed – Oak-posted, outside tap, and areas for covered storage.

Workshop/Shed – Single-glazed window, low-level unit, and work surfaces above.

Outside – The property is approached via double wooden gates leading to the driveway and garage. To the side, an additional gate leads to a pathway entrance to the home. The garden is mainly laid to lawn and split into sections, featuring patio seating areas by both the home and the garden room. A central pond with a stream is fed by an electronic pump. The grounds also feature a selection of planted areas, a part-flint walled exterior, hedging, various fruit trees, and a greenhouse.

Agents Note - To comply with AML regulations £25 plus vat (£30 inclusive of vat) is charged to each buyer which covers the cost of the digital ID check. The checks will be conducted by Hipla, who will contact buyers directly to arrange payment of £30 per report.

Breckland Council Tax Band E