3 bed detached house for sale

Alby Hill, Norwich NR11

A charming detached Norfolk cottage, thoughtfully extended and renovated, offering beautifully presented three-bedroom accommodation, generous reception space, a delightful mature garden and an enviably peaceful setting on the edge of the highly regarded village of Aldborough.

Christmas Cottage is an attractive detached cottage which has been thoughtfully extended and sympathetically renovated over the years to create a wonderfully comfortable and versatile family home, whilst retaining the character and individuality one would expect from a property of this nature.

The house has been carefully evolved to suit modern family life, with a generous arrangement of accommodation that combines traditional features with practical contemporary improvements. The property benefits from oil-fired central heating, hardwood double-glazed windows and a wealth of attractive character details including exposed floorboards, ceiling beams, exposed brickwork and a wood-burning stove.

Approached from Alby Hill, a shingle driveway widens as it reaches the property to provide generous parking and leads through to the detached garage. The setting is wonderfully private, with mature planting and established gardens creating a sense of seclusion while remaining within easy reach of Aldborough and the wider North Norfolk countryside.

The entrance hall immediately introduces the character of the property, with exposed floorboards and an attractive ceiling beam. From here, the accommodation flows naturally into the principal living spaces, with a useful boot room and shower room providing particularly practical ancillary accommodation.

The sitting is an impressive reception space, extending to almost 25 feet in length and providing a superb setting for both everyday family life and entertaining. Exposed floorboards run beneath an attractive exposed brick chimney breast with recessed shelving and a wood-burning stove positioned upon a pamment-tiled hearth. Exposed beams frame the opening into the adjoining morning room, creating an appealing sense of continuity between the two spaces.

The dining room is a particularly charming addition, with exposed floorboards and ceiling beams complementing glazed doors which open directly onto the patio and rear garden. This flexible room could comfortably accommodate a dining table, informal sitting area or simply provide a peaceful space from which to enjoy the garden throughout the seasons.

The kitchen is beautifully suited to the character of the house and was originally installed by Kestrel Kitchens. It combines solid wood cabinetry and granite work surfaces with a butler-style aesthetic, integrated refrigerator, freezer and dishwasher, together with a tall pantry cupboard and concealed oil-fired boiler. Importantly, the property has since benefited from a new Smeg oven, hob and extractor, providing a contemporary upgrade to this already well-appointed space.

Beyond the kitchen is a generous breakfast/utility room, complete with solid wood worktop, butler sink, plumbing for a washing machine, space for a tumble dryer and useful storage. A stable-style glazed door provides direct access to the paved patio and garden, making this an especially practical space for family living, gardening and country pursuits.

A snug or home office sits towards the front of the house and benefits from useful built-in understairs storage. This adaptable room provides an ideal retreat for working from home, reading or simply escaping the main living areas.

To the first floor are three well-proportioned bedrooms and a generous family bathroom. The principal bedroom has fitted double wardrobes and loft access, while the second bedroom also benefits from fitted storage. Bedroom three is particularly versatile, enjoying a dual aspect with windows to both the front and rear, ensuring an abundance of natural light.

The family bathroom is comprehensively fitted with a panelled bath with shower attachment, pedestal wash basin, WC and a separate tiled corner shower cubicle with Aqualisa shower. A built-in airing cupboard houses the hot water cylinder, while additional storage is provided by a double wardrobe.

Outside, the gardens are a real feature of Christmas Cottage. The rear garden is predominantly laid to lawn and framed by established trees, mature planting and well-stocked flower and shrub borders, creating an attractive and private setting. A paved patio immediately adjoining the house provides an excellent space for outdoor dining and entertaining, while the garden's established nature gives it a wonderfully mature and settled feel. The garden is completed with a beautiful wildlife pond, useful storage shed and greenhouse.

The detached garage provides further valuable storage and parking, with an up-and-over door, power, lighting, rear window and side access. There is also a useful wood store, outside water tap and external electrical sockets to both the front and rear of the property. The property has also benefited from a new roof to the extension and a new consumer unit, further enhancing its specification and peace of mind.

Christmas Cottage represents a particularly appealing opportunity to acquire a characterful detached home in a peaceful North Norfolk setting, with excellent access to the coast, countryside and surrounding market towns.

Aldborough & The Surrounding Area
Christmas Cottage enjoys a wonderfully rural setting on Alby Hill, just outside the picturesque village of Aldborough. Centred around a particularly attractive traditional village green, Aldborough is an established North Norfolk community with a strong sense of identity and an impressive range of amenities for a village of its size.

The village provides a useful selection of everyday facilities including a village shop and Post Office, primary school, doctor's surgery and pharmacy, pre-school nursery, community facilities, places of worship and a traditional public house. The village green and surrounding historic buildings create an attractive focal point, while the surrounding countryside provides numerous opportunities for walking and enjoying the North Norfolk landscape.

The location is particularly appealing for those wanting to combine rural living with convenient access to the coast and larger centres. The market town of Aylsham is approximately five miles away and provides a comprehensive selection of shops, supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, schools and everyday services. The coastal town of Cromer is similarly accessible, offering its famous pier and beach alongside a broad range of independent shops, restaurants, leisure facilities and further amenities.

Further afield, Holt provides an elegant Georgian market-town environment with a superb selection of independent retailers, cafés, galleries and restaurants, while the North Norfolk coast around Cromer, Overstrand, Sheringham and Mundesley offers an exceptional choice of beaches, coastal walks and countryside.

For those seeking something closer to home, Alby Crafts & Gardens is situated on the A140 nearby and offers a distinctive combination of gardens, craft shops and an artisan café, adding another attractive local destination to the area.

The A140 provides excellent road connectivity towards both Aylsham and Cromer, while Norwich is readily accessible for more extensive shopping, business, cultural and leisure facilities. Norwich also provides a mainline railway station with connections towards London and beyond, together with Norwich International Airport.

For those looking for a home away from the bustle of town life, yet within straightforward reach of everyday amenities, the coast and the county's principal centres, Christmas Cottage occupies an enviable position within one of North Norfolk's most appealing rural communities.

Notice
Please note that we have not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services and as so cannot verify that they are in working order or fit for their purpose. Pymm & Co cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided. This is provided as a guide to the property and an inspection of the property is recommended.