An exceptional semi-detached period cottage positioned on
the edge of Marham Village boasting an established plot measuring around 1/5th
of an acre in size (subject to survey). The property has been both extended and
modernised over the years maintaining much of the character and charm.
The property benefits from a combination of oil fired
central heating and electric under floor heating with UPVC double glazed
windows having majority fitted wooden shutters. Accommodation comprises;
sitting room measuring a maximum of 17ft in size featuring brick built fire
place with a wood burning stove, open-plan kitchen/dining room extending to
over 23ft, three bedrooms and a main bathroom.
The property is positioned on a double-width plot which to
the front, not only offers a generous level of parking but also provides an
enclosed, double bay cart house which acts as an ideal garage and store with a
workshop to the rear. Around to the rear, there are landscaped, open grounds
and gardens with field and woodland views, including a seating space which is
covered by a slate roof canopy and within this area, the original, external
bread oven can still be found.
Viewing is highly recommended.
Marham is situated between the market towns of Swaffham and
Downham Market, the rural village is well served by a variety of amenities,
including a Primary School, Pre School, Doctors' Surgery, Social Club and food
outlets. Nearby Downham Market benefits from the Mainline railway station to
London King’s Cross Via Ely and Cambridge.
Accommodation
UPVC part glazed front entrance door to:-
Lounge
16’11 x 12’2 (5.18m x 3.71m)
Double glazed window to front and side with fitted white
wooden shutters, wall mounted period style radiator, Brick fireplace with inset
wood burning stove, stairs to first floor with under stairs storage cupboard,
double glazed window to rear wall of stairs
Kitchen/Diner
Kitchen Area - 15’0 x 9’0 (4.57m x 2.76m) Dining Area - 11’8
x 7’0 (3.57m x 2.14m)
Double glazed window to rear, part glazed door to side, a
range of matching wall and base units under round edge worksurfaces, stainless
steel double sink and surround with mixer tap over, Metro style tiled splash
back, space for dishwasher, space for tumble dryer, space for fridge/freezer,
tiled flooring with under floor heating, larder cupboard, space for range
master oven, door to storage cupboard with space and plumbing for washing
machine, wall mounted period style radiator
First Floor Landing
Doors to all rooms
Bedroom One
12’11 x 8’1 (3.94m x 2.49m)
Double glazed window to side with fitted white wooden
shutters, floor to ceiling concealed frosted glass panels over stairs, wall
mounted double panel radiator, wood flooring.
Bedroom Two
10’4 x 8’6 (3.16m x 2.59m)
Double glazed window to front with fitted white wooden
shutters, wall mounted double panel radiator, built in wardrobe with mirrored sliding
doors, loft access.
Bedroom Three/Dressing Room
6’9 x 4’8 (2.06m x 1.44m) Excluding fitted wardrobe (2.8m x
2.2m including wardrobe space)
Double glazed window to side with fitted white wooden
shutters, built in wardrobes with sliding doors along two walls, wall mounted
double panel radiator.
Bathroom
Roll top bath with wall mounted shower and glass screen,
w.c. with period style high level cistern, wall mounted double period style
radiator with towel rail, hand basin inset to vanity unit
Outside
The front of the property is laid to shingle with a period
inset brick weave pattern providing off road parking for several vehicles and
access to the front of the garage block. Edged with raised borders boasting a
range of roses and bushes. Wooden double gates lead through to the rear garden
with further shingle driveway that can be used as additional parking. Directly
behind the property there is a patio area blending a modern covered dining area
with an original open fire area and feature oven. Beyond the dining area the
garden is enclosed by low level fencing and is mainly laid to lawn with raised
borders and a range of flowers, bushes and shrubs with an inset pond. There are
two wooden storage buildings and also a green house. To the rear of the wooden
garage there is also a further area used a tool shed/ workshop.
Garage 18’11” x 15’6” (5.77m x 4.72m)
Wood built construction with concrete flooring, single up
and over door, power and light,
Tool shed/ workshop 16’7 x 6’1 (5.05m x 1.85m)
EPC E
Council Tax Band B
Mains water supply and electricity
roperty has a private drainage system
Tenure : Freehold
Council Tax Band : B