5 bed detached house for sale

High Street, Northwold, Thetford IP26

Offered to the market with no onward chain, Baggins Rest is an impressive three-storey home that combines contemporary family living with the space and flexibility expected from a substantial country property. Set within a picturesque village setting, the house enjoys attractive open field views, while remaining conveniently placed for the A11, Thetford and King’s Lynn.

At the heart of the home is a beautifully crafted handmade bespoke kitchen, finished with leathered marble countertops and a comprehensive range of integrated appliances. Designed with both everyday living and entertaining in mind, it provides a stylish and practical focal point to the property, while the wider accommodation offers plenty of space for family life, working from home and welcoming guests.

The principal living space is particularly appealing, with a triple-aspect lounge that takes advantage of the surrounding views and natural light. A feature log burner adds a warm and inviting focal point, creating a comfortable setting for relaxed evenings throughout the year.

Accommodation is arranged over three floors, with five generous double bedrooms spread across the upper levels. The primary bedroom enjoys the added benefit of a dressing room and en suite, providing a private retreat away from the rest of the accommodation. The remaining bedrooms offer excellent flexibility for a growing family, guests or those looking for dedicated home-working or hobby space.

The top floor is particularly versatile, with built in storage in the eaves and a layout lending itself to a more independent area within the home, ideal for a teenager or older child seeking their own space, or for a family member who would appreciate a little more privacy and independence. Equally, the floor could be used as a dedicated home office, creative studio, games or hobby area, offering considerable flexibility to adapt as the needs of the household change.

The property also benefits from a number of features that enhance its practicality and efficiency, including an air source heat pump and underfloor heating to the ground floor and first floor. In addition, an integrated speaker system throughout the house and into the rear garden which can be isolated room by room and connected to a range of devices, including a TV, iPod, phone or other music system.

Outside, there is a double garage together with ample off-road parking, providing useful storage and excellent provision for multiple vehicles. The garage also adds to the property’s future flexibility, with a WC, all services connected and planning permission having previously granted for its conversion into an independent one-bedroom living space. Subject to the relevant planning consents and requirements at the time, this offers an interesting opportunity for those looking to create additional accommodation, a self-contained space for a family member or guest, or potentially a separate home-working or ancillary area.

The combination of space, specification and setting makes Baggins Rest particularly well suited to modern family life. The surrounding countryside provides an attractive backdrop, whilst Northwold offers the advantages of village living and the convenience of being within easy reach of larger centres and the wider road network.

For those looking for a substantial detached home with five double bedrooms, quality finishes, versatile accommodation and a genuine countryside feel, Baggins Rest presents an excellent opportunity, particularly with the added advantage of being offered with no onward chain.

Northwold
Northwold is a civil parish in the English county of Norfolk, lying on the edge of the Norfolk Fens and Breckland. Close to Thetford Forest, the rural village offers local shops, traditional pubs, and a welcoming village community.

Approximately 20 miles away, King’s Lynn sits on the banks of the River Great Ouse and has been an important centre of trade since the Middle Ages. Its rich history is reflected in the many listed buildings that line the historic quarter, particularly along King Street, once known as “Stockfish Row” and described by Sir John Betjeman as one of the finest walks in England.

With Cambridge, Peterborough, and Norwich all within around an hour’s drive, and direct rail services to London King’s Cross taking approximately 1 hour 40 minutes, King’s Lynn remains popular with commuters and families alike. The town offers a mix of high street retailers, independent restaurants, cultural venues, and leisure attractions, including the Majestic Cinema, the Corn Exchange, and the historic St George’s Guildhall.

To the west of the town, elegant Georgian architecture surrounds The Walks, a Grade II listed historic park spanning 17 hectares. Nearby, The Red Mount, once a stopping point for pilgrims travelling to Walsingham, offers views across the surrounding parkland.

Services connected
Mains water and electricity. Drainage via shared treatment plant. Heating via air source heat pump and underfloor heating to ground floor and first floor, radiators to second floor.

Council tax
Band E.

Energy efficiency rating
C. Ref:

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Tenure
Freehold.

Location
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EPC Rating: C

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