An impressive Grade II listed Georgian house which has been lovingly renovated and includes its own a self-contained annexe is up for sale in Coltishall, near Wroxham, for offers in the region of £2 million.
The Old House is known as something of a local landmark, having been originally built in 1727.
Its pretty Georgian façade is hidden away behind a period brick wall dotted with climbing plants, with the property itself extending to 7,243 sq ft and “brimming with character from top to bottom”, according to selling agent Fine & Country.
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The property enjoys beautiful high ceilings and light-filled rooms, as well as a grand central staircase. It has been significantly altered and extended over the centuries, with a Victorian wing added to one side.
During the restoration work, the current owners uncovered some exciting period features including fireplaces and an old range oven that now acts as a focal point in the kitchen.
All the works on The Old House have been done using traditional methods and materials, including breathable plaster and paint. The windows have also been restored with secondary glazing.
The owners worked with Norwich-based interior specialist Paula Gundry to bring the same attention to detail to the décor, which includes sympathetic paints and fabric and inspiration from the owners’ travels, such as bespoke Murano glass lighting in the dining room and an Italian marble bathroom off the master bedroom.
At the front of the massive property, there are two grand reception rooms. One is referred to as ‘the whisky room’ by the current owners, and includes a log burner and two large sash windows with views over the front walled garden.
The other room is an expansive formal dining room which feels straight out of a period novel. The owners have had many dinner parties here including a murder mystery night.
The expertly designed kitchen boasts plenty of prep and storage space for eager cooks, as one of the current owners is a former chef. It is fitted with a double butler sink overlooking the garden, plus an additional sink, a hob and an integrated chopping board set into the central island.
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There is also a double Neff oven to one side and an opening to a cosy breakfast room, which is great for more casual family meals.
A staircase here leads to a dry cellar, which the owners have turned into a dining area for tapas and wine.
Through an inner hall off the kitchen is a Victorian-style guest suite with a fully accessible bathroom, a study with French doors to the south-facing garden, and a unique covered garden room which benefits from rooflights, a patio heater and exposed brick walls.
Completing the ground floor is a large boot room with a dog shower, a separate utility with a dishwasher and fridge-freezer, and a large storeroom with access to the outside.
Both the main staircase and the original back stairs bring you to the first floor, where you will find three double bedrooms and the principal suite.
One of the bedrooms has an adjacent shower room, while one has a freestanding rolltop bath, and there is a separate family bathroom.
The stunning principal suite comprises a well-proportioned bedroom, walk-in wardrobe area and the standout marble bathroom with a central rolltop bath, a large shower and his and hers hand wash basins.
Also located on this floor is The Old House’s cinema room, and there is an additional staircase leading to a games room on the top floor – a wonderful place for children to play.
The property offers income potential in the form of a self-contained annexe, which could also be incorporated into the main house if desired. It features a sitting room, kitchen, utility and cloakroom on the ground floor and a large en-suite bedroom and another single bedroom on the first floor.
The Old House’s beautiful gardens are divided into a series of rooms – a low-maintenance formal garden to the front comprises a lawn and lavender beds, and to the immediate rear of the house is a covered sunken dining terrace with an outdoor kitchen including a barbecue and pizza oven.
The main part of the garden is filled with edible plants, herbs and flowers, and acts as a real suntrap.
Beyond this is a paved, undercover area which could be used for parking or as additional entertaining space, as there is ample parking to the side of the property or along the vine-covered drive.
A final garden area is tucked behind the undercover area. This is planted with many mature trees to create a woodland feel.
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Colitshall is a riverside village with a shop, doctor’s surgery, cafes, takeaways pubs, a primary school and more.
There is a regular bus service travelling into Norwich, which is just 20 minutes away, and the Norfolk Broads are within easy reach.
For more information, please contact Fine & Country.
PROPERTY FACTS
The Old House, Coltishall
Price: OIRO £2 million
Fine & Country, 01603 221888
fineandcountry.co.uk
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