A traditional three-bedroom cottage in four acres of beautifully landscaped grounds is up for sale at offers in excess of £800,000, with a well-established business also included in the sale.

Located in Briston, near Holt, the property has been in the same family since 1979.

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Selling agent Minors and Brady said it has been “lovingly maintained by the owners, preserving its historical charm while offering all the comforts of a cosy country home”.

The warm and inviting cottage boasts original features throughout including solid parquet flooring, exposed beamwork and an inglenook fireplace.

The central dining roomThe central dining room (Image: Minors & Brady)

The property enjoys beautiful views over the carefully maintained gardensThe property enjoys beautiful views over the carefully maintained gardens (Image: Minors & Brady) There is extensive reception space throughout the ground floor, from the spacious living room with its impressive Inglenook fireplace and log burner, to the central, open-plan dining room which is filled with natural light and ideal for family gatherings or entertaining.

The living room features a large inglenook fireplaceThe living room features a large inglenook fireplace (Image: Minors & Brady) The garden roomThe garden room (Image: Minors & Brady) A sunny garden room offers an additional place to relax and enjoy far-reaching views of the lush grounds.

The kitchen is described as “a standout feature”, with both traditional charm and a high-spec finish.

Sleek, solid wood units and work surfaces are complemented by an Aga oven, and an adjacent utility room offers even more storage and work space in addition to laundry facilities.

Solid wood units and an AGA create a luxurious feel in the kitchenSolid wood units and an Aga create a luxurious feel in the kitchen (Image: Minors & Brady) The family bathroomThe family bathroom (Image: Minors & Brady)Completing the ground floor are a bathroom with a roll-top bath and corner shower, as well as a separate WC.

Upstairs, the three generously sized bedrooms each benefit from unique and characterful features, including sloped ceilings, built-in storage and dormer windows with seating.

The property boasts three generously proportioned bedroomsThe property boasts three generously proportioned bedrooms (Image: Minors & Brady)

The bedrooms all enjoy character features such as dormer windows and sloped ceilingsThe bedrooms all enjoy character features such as dormer windows and sloped ceilings (Image: Minors & Brady)

Externally, the property is approached by a meandering private driveway lined by mature trees and sits in “meticulously landscaped” grounds extending to four acres (subject to measured survey).

The property is approached by a tree-lined private drivewayThe property is approached by a tree-lined private driveway (Image: Minors & Brady) The gardens feature peaceful secluded areas and manicured flower beds designed to provide seasonal colour throughout the year.

The gardens have been meticulously designed to provide year-round interestThe gardens have been meticulously designed to provide year-round interest (Image: Minors & Brady)

The landscape is dotted with two ponds and a gently streamTwo ponds and a gentle stream can be found in the expansive grounds (Image: Minors & Brady) The landscape is dotted with two ponds and a gentle stream, adding serenity to the outside space. 

In addition to the property’s own beautiful private gardens, a thriving nursery business is also included in the sale. It is well-established within the community and currently generates an annual income of £60,000.

Included in the sale is a well-established nursery businessIncluded in the sale is a well-established nursery business (Image: Minors & Brady) Minors & Brady also noted that it has ample room for expansion and a versatile layout, whether the owners wish to grow the business further or explore new opportunities.

A barn in the grounds has also had previous residential planning consent granted, according to the agent.

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Nestled in the heart of north Norfolk, the village of Briston lies approximately four miles from Holt and just 12 miles from the iconic coastline at Cromer.

The village benefits from local amenities including a school, pubs, shops and a village hall, and it is surrounded by undulating farmland.

For more information, please contact Minors & Brady.

PROPERTY FACTS
High Road, Briston
Price: OIEO £800,000
Minors & Brady, 01362 700820
minorsandbrady.co.uk