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Carleton Rode,Norfolk

• A very pretty Grade II Listed, Thatched Residence standing in Grounds of 3.8 acres, consisting of 3 acres of Formal Gardens and 0.8 acres of Woodland

• Four Bedrooms; Three Bathrooms/Shower Rooms• Three Receptions; Ground Floor WC• Spacious Breakfast Kitchen with Separate Utility• The home is set Well Back from the road and approached via

a Sweeping Shingle Drive• A Range of Versatile Timber Outbuildings, which are used

for a Studio, Home Office and a Range of Wood Stores, Workshops and Storage for Machinery

• The Accommodation extends to 2,609sq.ft

When you ask the owners what first attracted them to their home they struggle to choose just one reason: “We fell for the pretty exterior as we came down the drive, but we were also drawn to the character within, the wonderful position, the views and the peace and quiet. It’s quite a combination.”

“Once a pretty pair of farm cottages, now a beautiful character home, this thatched period property is brimming with charm. Set in large gardens the lifestyle here is idyllic, sitting out in the summerhouse with views across the farm. Thoughtfully modernised it’s comfortable too, cosy in winter and cool in the sun, while the sociable layout lends itself to guests – this is a place where you’re sure to have fun!”

Two Become OneDesirable Character HomeIndeed if you’re searching for the quintessential thatched country cottage you’d be hard pressed to beat this! The whole property was in good condition and had been well maintained when the owners moved in but they have made a number of additional improvements to make it all the more comfortable, including new central heating and double glazing, as well as redecorating and fitting new carpets. The result is an impressive home in excellent condition that’s warm and cosy too. The owners spend most of their time in the kitchen, open to a stunning garden room. This is a fabulous family space and incredibly sociable, while in the cold winter

months the beamed sitting room with its superb inglenook really comes into its own.

History And Charm“The people here before us raised their family here, turning it from two farm worker’s cottages into one spacious home. They added the garden room, burying a time capsule under the floor. They also found an old boot concealed in the brickwork around the bread oven. Apparently this was done to ward off evil spirits,” the owners explain. As you walk around the house the character features are clear and it makes you pause to think of all those who have made this their home over the centuries

“The studio and office could be used for a variety of purposes – there’s so much potential.”

and the memories created within. Parts of the property weren’t always residential – the kitchen was originally a piggery and the barns at the side that now make up the office were used for animals and storage.

Fun And Fresh AirThe outside space has been a real boon and the owners have enjoyed it very much, sitting in the summerhouse or playing with their daughter in the woodland. They have chosen to keep it low maintenance but there’s plenty here that a keen gardener could develop if required. You have space for chickens or goats, even a horse, and the views are beautiful. “It’s been a real privilege to have this much garden and it will be a real wrench to leave it behind.” The house itself is set well back from the road – the front garden was once a hay meadow – so it’s very quiet. It’s private outside too yet there’s a real sense of openness. Barn owls swoop over the fields while muntjac deer pass by. “It’s great for walking the dog as there are footpaths around the fields so we can head straight out from the garden and go for miles,” the owners explain.

Relax And UnwindA turnpike is a toll road and that’s what this would have been many years ago – it’s seen a lot of changes over time! This house sits in a small group of dwellings, each set well back in a generous private plot, so while it’s secluded it’s not isolated. A short drive takes you into New Buckenham with its lovely green and popular pub, while the owners like to head into Diss to feed the ducks and play in the park at the Mere. “Wymondham is another favourite destination. We’re surrounded by fields but well placed for a number of pretty market towns. It’s a laid back pace of life and we love it – coming up from the south it feels so relaxing.”

The AccommodationYou take in the wonderful thatched elevations, before moving through the front door into the entrance hall, beyond here is the…

Main Reception HallWith a beautiful inglenook fireplace, as well as access to the ground floor cloakroom. Beyond the fireplace, a door takes you through into the…

Sitting RoomA wonderful formal reception, with plenty of original character. It is dominated by its inglenook fireplace with the exposed brick of

the chimney breast rising through to the ceiling. A multitude of exposed beams can be found overhead with exposed timbers also found to the wall. There are numerous windows to all three aspects providing plenty of natural light, whilst to the corner of the room, stairs rise to the first floor. You also note an external door leading up to the front garden.

Returning to the main reception hall, you move through to the other side of the home, where you discover...

Bedroom FourWith a window to the front elevation.

Opposite which you have access into the utility room. A door takes you through to the hub of the home, the…

Breakfast KitchenHere cabinets can be found to two aspects, contrasting beautifully with the composite stone work surfaces. There is plenty of space available for a range of white goods, whilst the current owners incorporate a breakfast table. Once again numerous windows provide plenty of natural light, with French doors leading off the kitchen through into a fabulous…

“In the cold winter months the beamed sitting room with its superb inglenook really comes into its own.”

“We spend most of our time in the kitchen, which is open to the stunning garden room. This is a fabulous family space and incredibly sociable.”

“The people here before us raised their family here, turning it from two farm worker’s cottages into one spacious home.”

Garden RoomA later addition to the home, the garden room benefits from vaulted ceilings and 180 degree windows providing panoramic views of the rear garden and terrace. French doors afford access to gardens.

Returning to the sitting room, you move up the stairs to the first floor where you discover…

Three BedroomsTwo of which are good size doubles and the third although smaller could provide space for a double bed. Each of the windows offer differing aspects over the front or rear gardens, with the two largest bedrooms offering en suite shower facilities.

Main BathroomComplete with a freestanding double ended bath and timber panelled walls.

Once again the first floor offers a multitude of exposed beams and timbers. Noting in particular the mullion style window that offers further views of the terrace and gardens.

The GroundsThe property is approached from a long sweeping shingle drive with the house set well back from the

road, to the centre of its plot. The front gardens are laid to lawn, with a selection of wonderful mature trees found throughout, including ash, poplar, willow and cherry as well as a selection of fruit trees. The drive eventually opens up to provide parking for several vehicles and it is from here that you capture your first glimpses of the very pretty front elevation. A five bar gate on the western side of the home offers vehicular access to the rear gardens. The formal rear garden is mostly laid to lawn, with the current owners incorporating a selection of deep garden beds as well as a natural garden, with grass pathways mown throughout. On the eastern boundary you have stunning views

over the adjoining farmland, whilst there is also a versatile selection of timber outbuildings. Two of which are used as an office/studio. The remaining outbuildings are used for storage of garden equipment, whilst you also notice the summerhouse. Beyond the formal gardens, which extend to approximately 3 acres, is a further 0.8 acre area of garden, which has been thoroughly planted with a selection of hardwood trees. Once again with grass pathways found throughout, guiding you on a maze like journey to the rear boundary, this once again adjoins open farmland. In all, the grounds extend to approximately 3 acres.

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On The Doorstep How Far Is It To...? DirectionsCarleton Rode is situated in a peaceful rural environment just off the A11. The market towns of Attleborough, Diss and Wymondham are between 6 and 10 miles distant and provide a large range of amenities usually associated with market towns. Both Spooner Row and Attleborough have a main line rail service to Cambridge, while Diss offers a main line service to London Liverpool Street.

The Cathedral City of Norwich is 10 miles to the north with its International Airport and ever increasing shopping facilities including the stunning new Chapelfields. The historic city of Cambridge can be found to the south (45 mins) with its famous university. From the market town of Diss (10 miles) you have a direct main line rail link to London Liverpool Street. A little further afield are the famous Norfolk Broads (45 mins) and the popular North Norfolk Coast (one hour) with its quaint villages and sandy beaches.

Leave Norwich on the B1113 passing through the villages of Swardeston, Tacolneston and Bunwell. From Bunwell continue along the B1113 and prior to reaching the village of Carleton Rode, the property can be found on your right hand side clearly signposted by a Fine and Country For Sale Board.