3 bed detached house for sale

Upgate Street, Carleton Rode, Norwich, Norfolk NR16

*Upgate Street, Carleton Rode – Guide Price £795,000*

Occupying a generous plot of approximately 5 acres, this Grade II Listed farmhouse offers a rare opportunity to acquire a charming period home with extensive outbuildings and significant potential, set within a peaceful rural position in the desirable village of Carleton Rode.

The property itself is rich in character and period features, including beautiful exposed beams, while remaining in good fundamental condition throughout. The accommodation begins with a welcoming kitchen/diner centred around a traditional oil-fired aga which provides hot water to the water tank, creating the true heart of the home. An adjoined utility room offers further useful space. There is also a separate dining room, ideal for entertaining, a downstairs family bathroom, and a cosy dual-aspect lounge complete with a Jotul log-burner set within an inglenook fireplace, providing a warm and inviting living space, the lounge also has access to the first floor via a Norfolk-Winder stair case.

Upstairs, the property offers three bedrooms, all well-proportioned, with the principal bedroom benefiting from its own WC. A family shower room serves the remaining bedrooms.
Despite its historic charm, the home benefits from modern practicalities, including double glazing, full fibre broadband to the premises and three-phase electricity, making it well suited to modern rural living or potential business use.

Externally, the grounds extend to approximately 5 acres, including two paddocks, ideal for equestrian or smallholding purposes. There is a substantial pond offering even more access to wildlife. The site is further enhanced by a range of substantial outbuildings, including a large rear barn measuring approximately 19'3 x 40'2, which offers excellent scope for renovation or alternative uses (subject to any necessary consents). There is also a piggery, stables, 40' X 20' open barn, and additional outbuildings providing extensive versatility. Please note the grounds also contain a well-established Orchard, dedicated vegetable garden with green house with a fruit cage.

Opposite the main plot hosts a spinney which is an estimated 0.40 acre which is an excellent unique feature.

A three-bay garage block with electricity provides excellent storage for vehicles, equipment or workshop use, while three further stable/outbuilding blocks present significant potential for redevelopment or conversion, subject to the relevant permissions.

Properties of this nature are rarely available - combining period charm, generous land, extensive outbuildings and outstanding potential, all within a quiet yet accessible rural setting.

Given its peaceful rural setting, the property enjoys convenient access to the highly regarded and historic village of New Buckenham. Which is located a short drive away, or approximately 1 mile on foot across local Common Land. This picturesque village is centred around a charming village green and offers a well-stocked village shop, traditional public house, café and a strong sense of community, making it a popular choice for those seeking countryside living without complete isolation. The property therefore benefits from the best of both worlds – a tranquil semi-rural setting surrounded by open countryside, whilst remaining within easy reach of everyday amenities and local services.