Listed for £550,000
July 15, 2025
Sold for £125,000
2000
SUMMARY
>>NO ONWARD CHAIN! A beautiful 3 bedroom detached single-storey cottage, situated in this historic, semi-rural, peaceful village. The characterful accommodation boasts lounge/dining room with inset wood burner, kitchen/breakfast room, utility, large gardens with field views, two cart sheds and more.
DESCRIPTION
We are delighted to present to the market this 3 bedroom cottages dating back to the 1700s, this delightful home has evolved into a spacious single-storey retreat, situated in a non-estate position within the semi-rural village of Castle Acre, Castle Acre is beautiful and picturesque village situated on the Peddars Way and is steeped in history, home to the ancient castle built in the 12th-century by the Normans.
In brief, the accommodation comprises lounge/dining room with inset wood burning stove, kitchen/breakfast room, utility, shower room, inner hall, three bedrooms and the family bathroom. The property boasts a store room which has a multitude of uses including as a studio, home office or a games room. Coupled with this accommodation, the cottage boasts oil fired central heating, double glazed windows and has had a new roof installed in the past 10 years.
Outside, this outstanding home occupies a non-estate position, offering a good degree of privacy, set on 0.3 acres (stms) and offering far reaching field views, The cottage also benefits from two cart shed and ample off-road parking for multiple vehicles.
Being offered to the market with NO ONWARD CHAIN makes a viewing absolutely essential to fully appreciate the versatile accommodation and stunning location offered for sale!
Accommodation
Timber entrance door
Lounge / Dining Room
Feature fireplace with inset wood burning stove and tiled hearth, exposed ceiling beams, carpet flooring, two radiators, TV point, two UPVC double glazed window to rear aspect.
Kitchen / Breakfast Room
A range of fitted wall and floor units with work surfaces over, stainless steel sink and drainer with mixer tap over, space for a fridge/freezer, integrated electric oven, gas hob with concealed cooker hood over, plumbing for a dishwasher, dual aspect, UPVC double glazed windows to front and rear, door opening to the garden.
Utility Room
A range of floor mounted units with work surfaces over, stainless steel sink and drainer, plumbing for a washing machine, UPVC double glazed window to the rear aspect.
Shower Room
Suite comprising low level w.c, hand wash basin, shower cubicle with sliding door and mains connected shower, fully tiled floor and walls, UPVC double glazed window to front aspect
Inner Hall
Carper flooring, radiator, extensive built in shelving, storage, laundry cupboards, loft access, doors opening to all three bedrooms and the family bathroom.
Bedroom 1
Built-in wardrobe, carpet flooring, radiator, UPVC double glazed window to rear aspect.
Bedroom 2
Carpet flooring, radiator, UPVC double glazed window to front aspect.
Bedroom 3
Carpet flooring, radiator, UPVC double glazed window to front aspect.
Bathroom
Suite comprising low level w.c, pedestal hand wash basin, panelled bath with mains connected shower over, fully tiled floor and walls, UPVC double glazed obscure glass window to front aspect.
Store Room
Connected to the main living accommodation, the store room has multiple uses including a home office, a further bedroom or an area to extend the existing kitchen, This coupled with the possibility of extending to the rear of the property (subject to planning permission) or into the loft area provides a host of options for any new owners.
Outside
The property is set on grounds of 0.3 acres (stms) with a large front garden, mainly hard landscaped and offering ample off-road parking, the rest of the front garden is mainly laid to lawn and interspersed with plants and shrubs, Two cart sheds are available to the front and a pathway leads to the front entrance door.
The rear garden, which is a particular feature of this property, is mainly laid to lawn with a patio seating area, a variety of established and junior trees are set around the garden with plants and flowers, the cottage backs onto open fields and offers a good degree of privacy.
Two Cart Sheds
One of the which is a purpose-built cart shed which was designed and built to accommodate a camper van, along with an adjacent brick and timber constructed car port with a pitched roof and open to the front.
Location
The wonderful village of Castle Acre is situated approximately 5 miles from the historic market town of Swaffham and just under 15 miles from King's Lynn. A beautiful and picturesque village, Castle Acre is situated on the Peddars Way and is steeped in history, home to the ancient castle built in the 12th-century by the Normans. The village is well-served with a Budgens store and fish & chip shop, primary school, 'The Ostrich' public house, which serves food and local ales, tea rooms, antique shop, second-hand book shop and the village also boasts lovely walks along the River Nar. Castle Acre is well situated for access to the A1065 and A47, providing direct access routes to King's Lynn and Norwich, both of which have direct rail links to London.
Further amenities can be found within nearby Swaffham, which boasts many public houses, restaurants and cafes, together with supermarket facilities and smaller shops. Within the town there are schooling facilities for all ages and sport and leisure facilities. Swaffham market is held every Saturday and has stalls including fresh meat, fruit & vegetables, cheeses, eggs, housewares, confectionery, tools and plants.
Council Tax Band
This property is Council Tax band D.
Please note that once a sale takes place, the Council Tax band will be reviewed and may be subject to change.
DIRECTIONS
From Swaffham town centre, travel along Station Street towards Fakenham. Follow the road for approximately 4 miles, taking the left hand turn signposted 'Castle Acre'. Follow the road into the village of Castle Acre onto Bailey Street, Bailey St merges into High Street, take the second right hand turn into St James Green where the property will be found on the right hand side.
1. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
2. General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
3. The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect.
4. Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.
5. THESE PARTICULARS ARE ISSUED IN GOOD FAITH BUT DO NOT CONSTITUTE REPRESENTATIONS OF FACT OR FORM PART OF ANY OFFER OR CONTRACT. THE MATTERS REFERRED TO IN THESE PARTICULARS SHOULD BE INDEPENDENTLY VERIFIED BY PROSPECTIVE BUYERS OR TENANTS. NEITHER SEQUENCE (UK) LIMITED NOR ANY OF ITS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS HAS ANY AUTHORITY TO MAKE OR GIVE ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY WHATEVER IN RELATION TO THIS PROPERTY.
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