5 bed detached house for sale

St. Lawrence Drive, Cringleford NR4

Uplands is a substantial, extended five-bedroom detached family home offering over 2,600 sq ft of accommodation. Set on a generous plot of around a fifth of an acre in a popular location, the property has been fully renovated by the current owners to provide a flexible layout that suits modern family life.

The house is entered via an entrance hall leading to a spacious 19’ lounge with a feature fireplace. The main living space is an open-plan kitchen, dining and living area, designed for day to day living as well as entertaining, with bi-fold doors opening onto the rear garden. The kitchen is fitted with integrated appliances, a breakfast bar and a separate utility room. A rear porch/boot room sits just off the living area, providing useful storage and its own access from the garden. On the other side of the house there is a further reception room with bi-fold doors to a patio, along with a separate study that could also work as a sixth bedroom if needed.

Upstairs, the main bedroom suite includes a dressing area and an en-suite bathroom/shower room. Bedroom two benefits from its own en-suite, while three further double bedrooms are served by a family bathroom and separate WC, offering plenty of space.

The Outside

Set on a plot of around a fifth of an acre, the property is approached via a substantial driveway offering off-road parking for several vehicles and leading to the double carport with light and power. A patio area to the left of the house opens directly from the family room, providing an ideal spot for outdoor dining and entertaining. Gated side access between the carport and the property leads through to the rear garden, where a raised seating terrace sits beside the open-plan living area. Steps lead down to a further lawned section and on to the main garden beyond. The garden is bordered by mature shrubs, trees, hedging and established planting, creating a private outdoor space..

Location Overview

St Lawrence Drive is situated in the highly sought-after village and suburb of Cringleford, south of Norwich. The area provides a peaceful residential setting, with scenic walks along the River Yare leading towards the uea Broad. Local amenities are available nearby in Eaton, including a Waitrose, pharmacy, pubs, hairdressers, and opticians.

The property benefits from convenient access to the A11, Norwich Research Park, the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, and the University of East Anglia, making it ideal for professionals and families.

Norwich city centre offers an excellent range of retail, dining, and cultural attractions, including an award-winning market, cafés, restaurants, theatres, galleries, and a vibrant arts scene. The city combines historic architecture with modern living and provides highly regarded schools in both the private and public sectors.

Transport connections are excellent, with a mainline rail service to London Liverpool Street (approximately 90 minutes) and Norwich International Airport to the north of the city, providing convenient links for commuting and travel.

Directions

From Newmarket Road, turn into Colney Lane and cross the A11. Continue along, then turn left into St Lawrence Drive, where the property will be found immediately on the right-hand side.

Agents Note

Please be advised that the seller of this property is a connected person to Butterfly Homes