Bailey Row, Sporle, PE32

4 Bailey Row is a pretty brick and flint semi detached cottage, dating back, in parts, to 1748, and occupying a particularly charming setting in the heart of the popular and well-served rural village of Sporle and is approached over a small footbridge spanning a stream to the front.

The accommodation is well presented and offers plenty of space for family living.  The front door opens into a comfortable sitting room, centred around an impressive inglenook fireplace housing a wood burning stove.  Leading off is a cosy snug/garden room with French doors opening directly onto the west facing rear garden.  The well-appointed kitchen is fitted with a range of Shaker style units and oak block worktops and opens into a generous dining room which enjoys a good deal of natural light from windows to both the front and rear.  A useful utility room is situated to the side, together with a ground floor shower room.  Upstairs, a spacious landing gives access to four bedrooms, one of which is currently used as a study, along with a family bathroom.

The cottage retains plenty of its original character with exposed ceiling and wall beams, ledge and brace internal doors and an attractive inglenook fireplace.  These traditional features sit comfortably alongside the practical benefits of traditionally styled UPVC casement windows, good built-in storage and oil-fired central heating to radiators.

Sporle is a popular village in the heart of West Norfolk, surrounded by gently undulating countryside, open farmland and attractive rural villages. It has a strong community spirit and a good range of local amenities, including a nursery and primary school, a local supermarket open seven days a week with a Post Office, the King Charles III public house and restaurant and a well-used Community Centre. There is also a playing field with its own football club, a variety of village organisations and an ancient parish church. The surrounding countryside offers plenty of opportunities for walking and cycling.

The historic market town of Swaffham is just 3 miles away, with its attractive market place, traditional Butter Market, independent shops, cafés, supermarkets and other everyday facilities. The area is well placed for access to the A47, providing convenient links to Norwich and King's Lynn, where mainline rail services run to London King's Cross.

The North Norfolk coast and its renowned nature reserves are within approximately a 40 minute drive, while Swaffham Golf Club is around 10 minutes away and the Royal Estate of Sandringham can be reached in approximately 30 minutes. Sporle offers an appealing combination of village life, open countryside and convenient access to the wider area.

Breckland District Council, Elizabeth House, Walpole Loke, Dereham, Norfolk, NR19 1EE.  Council Tax Band B.

Mains water, mains drainage and mains electricity.  Oil-fired central heating to radiators.  EPC Rating Band E.

OUTSIDE

To the front, a small footbridge crosses a stream and leads to a paved pathway and sheltered entrance.  The path is flanked by lawn, established hedging and shrub borders.

The delightful west facing rear garden is a particular feature, accessed via a gate to the side of the cottage, with an extensive brickweave terrace, partly covered by a pergola, raised brick flower beds and a useful storage shed.  Steps lead to three further garden areas, linked by a pathway.

The first has a cottage garden feel with a lawn, well stocked borders, timber summer house and adjoining decked terrace.  Beyond, a further lawn is interspersed with mature willow and eucalyptus trees, a greenhouse and storage area. To the rear, a larger lawn includes raised borders, a second greenhouse, potting shed, a vegetable growing area and small pond.  The gardens also incorporate a timber studio and separate workshop, both with power and light.  An adjoining parking area, access...