£550,000
3 bed cottage for saleStocks Green, Castle Acre, King's Lynn PE32
3 beds
2 baths
2 receptions
- Chain free
- Freehold
William H Brown - Swaffham
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About this property
Well proportioned 3 bedroom house
Delightful 'heart of village' location
No onward chain
Master bedroom with ensuite shower room
3 Reception rooms
Modern fitted kitchen with separate utility room
Enclosed rear garden and off road parking
Tastefully refurbished throughout
Summary
Located within this historic village centre and having undergone a full programme of improvement and enhancement this substantial 3 bedroom home cleverly combines character features and contemporary improvements. Benefitting from on-street parking, a generous garden plot & no onward chain!
Description
Nestled in the heart of Castle Acre's conservation area-famous for its ancient priory, Norman castle, and scenic Peddars Way trails-this beautifully renovated 3-bedroom end-of-terrace home blends timeless charm with modern elegance. Once a quaint village shop, the property has been thoughtfully transformed into a spacious haven spanning over 1,500 sq ft, perfect for families or those craving a peaceful rural escape with easy access to Swaffham and King's Lynn (15 miles) Downham Market offering train links to London & Cambridge..
Step through the welcoming entrance hall into a world of versatile living: Three generous reception rooms await, including a cosy snug with a decorative fireplace & dual-aspect windows flooding the space with natural light, a formal sitting room, and a dining area that seamlessly opens to the stunning kitchen-complete with sleek units, quartz worktops, integrated appliances, & tiled splashbacks. A handy utility room & ground-floor cloakroom add everyday convenience, with direct access to the private rear garden.
Upstairs, retreat to the principal bedroom with en-suite, boasting built-in storage & a luxurious en-suite shower with vanity basin & two additional double bedrooms, served by a contemporary family bathroom.
Outside, the enclosed rear garden is laid mainly to lawn with a paved pathway.
With no onward chain and endless potential, this isn't just a house-it's your gateway to Norfolk's idyllic countryside lifestyle.
Accommodation:
Part glazed composite door opening to:
Entrance Hall
Stairs rising to first floor, internal doors opening to snug and dining room.
Sitting Room 14' 11" max narrowing to 18' " Into bay x 13' 10" ( 4.55m max narrowing to 5.49m Into bay x 4.22m )
Carpet flooring, radiator, inset ceiling spotlights, UPVC bay window to front aspect.
Snug 14' 8" x 11' 2" ( 4.47m x 3.40m )
Wood flooring, decorative open fireplace with stone hearth, radiator, dual aspect UPVC double glazed windows to front and rear.
Dining Room 14' 6" x 13' 8" max narrowing to 11' 6" min ( 4.42m x 4.17m max narrowing to 3.51m min )
Wood flooring, decorative open fireplace with stone hearth, radiator, UPVC double glazed window to front aspect, internal sliding doors opening to:
Kitchen 15' 7" x 8' 7" ( 4.75m x 2.62m )
A range of floor and wall mounted kitchen units with work surfaces over, inset sink with mixer tap over, tiled splashbacks, integrated electric oven with induction hob and extractor fan over, integrated dishwasher, tiled flooring, inset ceiling spotlights, wall mounted radiator, UPVC double glazed window to rear aspect, internal door opening to:
Utility Room 4' 11" x 5' 9" ( 1.50m x 1.75m )
Floor mounted kitchen unit with work surfaces over, space and plumbing for washing machine, external door opening to the rear garden and internal door opening to:
Cloakroom
suite comprising low level w.c, pedestal hand wash basin, half height tiled walls and tiled flooring. UPVC obscure glass window to rear aspect.
Bedroom 1 13' 6" x 15' 2" ( 4.11m x 4.62m )
Carpet flooring, radiator, inset ceiling spotlights, built in storage cupboard, UPVC double glazed window to front aspect, internal door opening to:
En Suite Shower Room
Suite comprising vanity hand wash basin with storage under, sliding door walk in shower cubicle with mains powered shower, fully tiled walls, tiled flooring.
Bedroom 2 11' 9" x 11' 9" ( 3.58m x 3.58m )
Carpet flooring, radiator, inset ceiling spotlights, UPVC double glazed window to front aspect, loft access, built in wardrobes, built in storage cupboard.
Bedroom 3 14' 3" x 8' 4" ( 4.34m x 2.54m )
Carpet flooring, inset ceiling spotlights, radiator, UPVC double glazed window to front aspect.
Bathroom 10' 3" x 6' 4" ( 3.12m x 1.93m )
Suite comprising low level w.c, vanity hand wash basin with storage under, bathtub with mixer taps over and additional mains powered shower, heated towel rail, inset ceiling spotlights, fully tiled walls and flooring, UPVC obscure glass window to rear aspect.
Outside
The property is approached by foot from the road. The enclosed rear garden is mainly laid to lawn with a pathway and is bordered by a timber fence.
Location
The wonderful village of Castle Acre is situated approximately 5 miles from the historic market town of Swaffham and just under 15 miles from King's Lynn. A beautiful and picturesque village, Castle Acre is situated on the Peddars Way and is steeped in history, home to the ancient castle built in the 12th-century by the Normans. The village is well-served with a Budgens store and fish & chip shop, primary school, 'The Ostrich' public house, which serves food and local ales, tea rooms, antique shop, second-hand book shop and the village also boasts lovely walks along the River Nar. Castle Acre is well situated for access to the A1065 and A47, providing direct access routes to King's Lynn and Norwich, both of which have direct rail links to London.
Further amenities can be found within nearby Swaffham, which boasts many public houses, restaurants and cafes, together with supermarket facilities and smaller shops. Within the town there are schooling facilities for all ages and sport and leisure facilities. Swaffham market is held every Saturday and has stalls including fresh meat, fruit & vegetables, cheeses, eggs, housewares, confectionery, tools and plants.
Council Tax Band
This property is Council Tax band C.
Please note that once a sale takes place, the Council Tax band will be reviewed and may be subject to change.
Agents Note
The Land Registry title has yet to be updated with the Vendor’s details. Please ask the branch for more details.
Agents Note
The white lines on the property photograph are designed to indicate where the property boundary lies.
Directions
Leave Swaffham via the A1065 towards Fakenham. After approximately 3 miles, take the left hand turn sign posted 'Castle Acre' and 'Castle & Priory'. Follow this road to the t-junction and turn left onto Bailey Street. Continue towards the top of the street and through the Bailey Gates, turn left onto Stocks Green, the property will be found on the right hand side identified by our William H Brown For Sale board.
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3. The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect.
4. Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.
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