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Upper Stoke Holy Cross,Norfolk

• A delightful Converted Barn offering Flexible Accommodation in the highly sought after village of Upper Stoke Holy Cross

• Five Bedrooms; Two Bathrooms

• Three Receptions; Study; Hardwood Conservatory

• Spacious Open Plan Breakfast Kitchen

• Character found throughout with Exposed Brick, Exposed Beams and Fireplace

• Outdoor South Facing Entertaining Terraces

• Beautiful Landscaped Gardens including a Large Pond

• Double Garage; Additional Parking

• Adjoins Farmland to the Rear Boundary

• The Accommodation extends to 3,102sq.ft

This impressive barn was converted in 1985 and the owners bought it ten years later. “We liked the space, character and setting – and altogether they added up to set this head and shoulders above everything else we saw.”

“In a rural village yet close to the city, you’ll find this beautiful barn with garden so pretty. Spacious and light, it’s packed full of charm, with a wealth of exposed timbers that will delight and disarm. The impressive conservatory takes you out onto the terrace, perfect for barbecues or relaxing in the sun. Stunning country views add to the appeal – come take a look, this could well be the one!”

Comfort, Character And Countryside

Ticking Every BoxThe property had been well looked after and clearly cared for when the owners first came here and over the years they have continued to upgrade and update the accommodation, making it their own. The biggest change has been the addition of the superb Amdega conservatory. “Our eldest daughter was only four when we came and we then had our second daughter, so this has been our family home and the girls have grown up here,” the owners explain, “It’s been great to have so much room for us so we can all have friends over and have a houseful, while still being able to enjoy our privacy.”

For All SeasonsThe owners have found this a lovely home throughout the year. In spring they spend a lot of time in the conservatory, when the garden is bursting in to the life but it’s not quite warm enough to be outside. “My birthday is in spring and we have had a big party with a marquee over the courtyard and the doors wide open.” In summer, the doors stay open most of the time, creating an easy flow between the house and courtyard terrace beyond. In winter the wood burner in the cosy sitting room adds to the snug sense of comfort within, while at Christmas the owners have a magnificent tree and the barn looks brilliant all decked out. The kitchen is a wonderful social space and when the girls were at home, the family gathered around the table here for dinner each day, catching up and sharing news. With

“We’re a short walk from Poringland where there are shops, pubs, and takeaways as well as a lovely school, so you’re never far from whatever you need.”

the beams and lower ceiling here it has a relaxing farmhouse feel then opens up at the end into the conservatory, allowing the light to flood in.

A Lovely AreaThe courtyard terrace is a sheltered spot and sunny too with its south-facing aspect. It’s ideal for barbecues or sunbathing, protected from the wind. The pretty lawn beyond leads to a large wildlife pond and in the evening you can sit out and listen to the sounds of the wildlife across the garden and surrounding countryside. “It’s a very private place so you feel wonderfully self contained – you don’t see people and they don’t see you,” laugh the owners. But while it’s peaceful and rural here, you are in a small village and have good transport links with a regular bus service stopping just outside, so older children can enjoy the freedom to travel in and out of the city. “We’re also a short walk from Poringland where there are shops, pubs, and takeaways as well as a lovely school, so you’re never far from whatever you need,” the owners confirm. During their years here they have also found many of the local garden centres have opened cafes and some of these are excellent, offering fresh, local produce and cakes that the owners find very tempting indeed! The AccommodationYou take in the front elevation of the barn, before moving through the central front door into the…

Main Reception HallYou note the pamment tiles underfoot along with the stairs which rise to the first floor. Beyond the stairs floor to ceiling glass windows offer views out to the rear terrace and gardens. You also discover the downstairs WC. A door to your left takes you through to the…

Sitting RoomA fantastic amount of space in here. Plenty of natural light as well, with windows and French doors offering a double aspect over the front and rear. Character includes the exposed beams overhead, whilst there is also a wood burning stove to the far wall. To the far corner of the room, a further door offers access through into the…

Family RoomA versatile space, it could be used for a number of different purposes. Located to the rear of the barn, a door offers external access to the terrace, with further windows offering views over the rear gardens. You note the oak flooring underfoot, whilst the part vaulted ceilings above enhance your feeling of space.

Returning to the main reception hall, you move through to the other side of the barn into the…

StudyA versatile space , it could be used for a number of different purposes. A large window to the front elevation offers plenty of natural light, whilst you also notice the fitted shelves and cupboards to one wall.

You move through to the rear of the barn, where you discover a rear reception hall, with a door affording access to the terrace and gardens. A further door takes you through into the…

Formal Dining RoomAnother generous reception space. You note the wonderful oak flooring underfoot, as well as access to the cellar below. Windows offer a fabulous double aspect over the drive and front gardens, whilst character within the room itself includes a multitude of exposed beams overhead. There is also an opening through into the…

Breakfast KitchenLocated to the rear of the barn, the breakfast kitchen acts as the focal point within the home and enjoys an open plan nature with the hardwood conservatory. The kitchen incorporates oak cabinets to two aspects contrasting beautifully with the Corian work surfaces. As mentioned earlier you have views through to the formal dining, whilst you have pamment tiles underfoot. There are a number of integrated appliances within the kitchen, including a dishwasher and a freestanding Leisure range with extractor fan above. There is also a butler sink found within the work surfaces. Further character includes the exposed beams found overhead, whilst twin windows afford views over the terrace. Also within the kitchen, you note the large storage cupboard.

“The barn has so much character, with exposed brick and timber.”

“We’ve added the conservatory and it’s been brilliant. It’s a lovely extension of the kitchen family area and wonderful when you want to enjoy the garden but it’s not quite warm enough outside.”

“We have raised our family here and it’s worked so well at every stage.”

Hardwood ConservatoryThe most recent addition to the barn, the conservatory takes advantage of the stunning views over the formal gardens and pond. You have a continuation of the pamment tiles underfoot, whilst French doors lead out to the terrace.

From the breakfast kitchen, a door offers integral access through into the spacious double garage, which has a large mezzanine storage level above. The current owners incorporate a utility area within the garage.

The first floor accommodation consists of a…

Master Bedroom SuiteWith an en suite shower room. There are also built in wardrobes, found to the entire width of one wall.

Three BedroomsAll of which offer built in wardrobes. These three bedrooms are serviced by the spacious…

Main BathroomComplete with a focal point double ended bath, a separate recessed shower and his and hers wash basins complete with storage below.

The first floor accommodation is bathed in natural light, due to its large windows with a feature window found to the landing offering superb views over the terrace and gardens.

The GardensThe barn is approached from the road via an initially shared paved driveway. It then splits off along the front of the barn providing parking for several vehicles, whilst also leading directly to the double garage. The front garden is mostly shingle, with a yew hedge acting as a divide from the road. Further box hedging can be found along the front of the barn. The beautiful rear gardens are south facing in nature and adjoin open farmland to the rear boundary. Sitting proudly within the gardens is a large wildlife pond, with formal areas of lawn found surrounding. Along with a vast selection of mature garden beds and feature trees including willow and cherry.

Leading directly off the rear of the barn is an extensive south facing terrace which provides direct access to the hardwood conservatory, the rear reception hall, the sitting room and family room. This space is ideal for entertaining, with a pathway leading you down towards the pond. In all, the gardens and grounds extend to approximately 0.4 acres.

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The floor plans are for illustration purposes only. All measurements: walls, doors, window fittings and appliances and their sizes and locations are shown conventionally and are approximate only and cannot be regarded as being a representation either by the seller or his agent. © Unauthorised reproduction prohibited.

These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate, are set out as a general outline only for guidance and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements of representation of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. No person in the employment of Fine and Country or Norfolk County Properties has the authority to make or give any representation or warranty in respect of the property.

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On The Doorstep How Far Is It To...? DirectionsStoke Holy Cross is situated just 5 miles from the city of Norwich with easy access to the A47 Southern Bypass, which provides connection with the A11 and A140, the two main routes exiting Norfolk. The village of Poringland offers several amenities including a bakery, post office / newsagents, supermarkets, primary school, senior schools, surgeries and several public houses.

The city of Norwich has a thriving business community and retail centre together with many different cultural and leisure facilities to suit most needs. There is also a main line rail link to London Liverpool Street as well as an International Airport.

Leave Norwich on the B1332 Bungay Road. Upon reaching the village of Poringland, take the third exit at the main roundabout signposted Upper Stoke Holy Cross. Continue along this road for approcimately 0.5 miles, whereby the property will be found shortly after on your left hand side clearly signposted with a Fine and Country For Sale Board.