Manor Farm Barn Eastmoor | Norfolk
1 MANOR FARM BARN Style & Substance This exemplary conversion uniting the old and the new Enjoys space, character and light, and a fabulous view; It’s an enviable place with its doors open wide A quiet sunny haven in the Norfolk countryside.
Style & Substance
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A Truly Exceptionally Stylish & Well Maintained South West Norfolk Barn Conversion Nestled within a Small Cluster of Converted Barns in the Small Hamlet of Eastmoor Exquisite Kitchen / Family Space with Polished Concrete Floor and Bi- Fold Doors Kitchen Opens up onto Partially Decked Relaxation Area, Ideal for Alfresco Dining Double Height Reception Room, Living Room or Dining Room Plus a Good Size Study Five Spacious Double Bedrooms, a Walk-In Wardrobe, Two En- Suites and a Family Bathroom Approximate Plot Size 0.4 acres, Rear Garden Overlooks Paddocks & Open Norfolk Countryside Front Garden, Ample Off Street Parking Plus a Double Garage and Open Storage Room Accommodation extends to 3,563 sq. ft.
Warm Climate In a quiet spot sheltered by mature trees in rural West Norfolk, with beautiful views over fields of the English countryside with woods in the distance, is an exceptional converted barn providing a home of light, space, drama, character and comfort. The owners have lived here for fourteen years and tell of the barn’s past: “We bought the barn in a semi-complete state many years ago; it was the last barn sold as it was the show home for the developer’s work. Prior to the conversion, the complex of five converted barns was a series of grain barns linked to a major farm in Fincham dating back to the Victorian era. The area is part of Brecklands which has the lowest rainfall and the most number of sunny days in the UK. The climate from Spring through Autumn is incredible, and winters are mild.”
A Treat Within The approach to the property is through timber five-bar gates between brick piers and a wall which open into a substantial area of paving at the back of the barn, capable of parking several cars. Its deeply sloping slate roof peppered with rooflights, creates quite an impact as you enter. The pretty motley-coloured yellow and grey bricks complement the grey window frames and garage doors to the right hand side. A plain solid oak door, glazed panel to the side, is the understated entrance to the treat which lies within.
Cantilevered Staircase The slate-tiled ? entrance hall features
a contemporary staircase leading up to a glazed gallery above, whilst exposed brick and structural timbers lie ahead. The owner best describes the general design of this superb property: “In the design of the house we have matched country open plan living with first rate design. In 2013 we undertook major renovations building an extension with a huge kitchen and living area, and replacing stairs and banisters with a free-standing cantilevered staircase and glass balustrades. On two sides, the extension is glass panels which open up entirely to give access to the garden combining outdoor and indoor space. We were runner up in 2013 for the West Norfolk Design Awards.”
Open Plan Living From the entrance hall you move into the stunning double-height reception room which exploits the massive glazing in place of the huge barn doors. German oak flooring underfoot, a gallery overhead, and hefty structural oak timbers everywhere you turn, a heavenly seating area has been created beside a central exposed brick fireplace and with wonderful views across the garden and fields beyond. Double doors open onto the decking outside. On through to the left and you find a second reception area benefitting the double-sided log-burner from the far side and a southwest-facing wall of bifold doors to the back; yet further on lies the superb extensive wellappointed kitchen and dining area in the flat-roofed extension.
In the design of the house we have matched country open plan living with first rate design”
State-of-the-Art Kitchen “The kitchen is high spec with Corian workstations and a full range of Siemens appliances: two ovens, separate steamer, separate microwave and induction hobs, and with a Rangemaster American-style free-standing fridge freezer. The floors are polished concrete with built-in underfloor heating; in addition there is a built-in wood-burning Stovax fireplace,” informs the owner. “The award-winning company ID Systems supplied the
glazing and doors which were built bespoke and shipped to the UK from Germany. The extension is the heart of the house and we live in this space. The remainder of the open plan living space also features extensive glazing which connects both living areas to the fantastic garden and views across open countryside.” “In addition downstairs, are two double bedrooms, both en suite and the very large one with a separate dressing room
with fitted wardrobes, and an extra door to the outside. There is also an office and a commodious utility room. The utility has bespoke made kitchen units, butler sink, and high spec storage cupboards and tiled floor.” The ground floor bedrooms give the added bonus of a chance for elderly relatives to reside in the property alongside the rest of the family. The larger bedroom is so spacious it has room for a comfy seating area with sofa and armchair.
We undertook major renovations building an extension with a large kitchen and living area, and replacing stairs and banisters with a free-standing cantilevered staircase and glass balustrades�
Top Notch Fittings The owner continues “Upstairs are three further double bedrooms, the master has a super beautifully designed en suite including wet room/shower, whilst the others share a full bathroom. There is additional storage under the eaves. The master bedroom opens onto a living roof with grass and moss, and outstanding views over the countryside.” All the clean-lined bathrooms boast top notch fixtures and fittings, fully tiled in a tasteful neutral vein. The already generouslysized bedrooms exude an even greater sense of space with the vaulted ceilings showing off the timber A-frames and roof trusses. Everything is presented in immaculate order making this an exceptionally desirable home.
Outstanding Views The garden is a quiet and sheltered sanctuary. Decking stretches across the back of the property and currently accommodates stylish modern comfy seating, perfect for relaxing or entertaining al fresco. The gorgeous mature olive trees in their sturdy pots which stand framing the decking can be included in the sale of the property subject to negotiation on final price. (This is also the case with the chandeliers inside the barn.) The fabulous bi-fold doors around the extension and the reception areas erase the seams between inside and outside creating the perfect summertime home. The views from the back of the property and the garden are heavenly: the stretch of lawn, flanked by fruit trees, which blends into the farmland beyond is only broken by an attractive post and rail fence – a wonderful vista of rural East Anglia. The house has a high spec security system, and outside includes an attached double garage perpendicular to the living space, with a sizable storage area in between.
In addition downstairs, are two double bedrooms, both en suite and the very large one with a separate dressing room with fitted wardrobes, and an extra door to the outside. “
Excellent Location “Eastmoor is a small hamlet with a good sense of community one and a half miles south of the village of Oxborough. It is a place for bird and wildlife lovers with pheasants, partridge, hawks and deer abounding, and otters have been sighted just one and a half miles to the South near Oxburgh Hall. This is a 15th Century moated house in which six kings and queens have stayed. This is run by the National Trust but the Beddingfield family still reside there, and it is open to the public,” says
the owner. “There is a smashing pub serving superb food in Oxborough that was runner up last year for best pub in Norfolk; this is just a twenty minute walk or a five minute drive. To the North one and a half miles is another excellent pub, and both specialise in local produce. We are just fifteen minutes from Downham Market train station with direct links to London Kings Cross in an hour and twenty-five minutes. We are about thirty minutes’ drive from the spectacular beaches of the North Norfolk coast.”
“This has been our family home for fourteen years and we have travelled and lived in five countries always returning to Manor Barn. It is a happy home, great for families and for entertaining. If peace and quiet, with oodles of space and a decent commute to London are needed, this unique house is perfect,” concludes the owner.
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Eastmoor is a small rural mid-Norfolk hamlet, approximately 17 miles from King’s Lynn, 7 miles from Downham Market with direct rail links to London King’s Cross and Cambridge and 7 miles from Swaffham. Oxburgh Hall, which is one of The National Trust’s moated properties is around 2 miles to the South and this village has a popular pub The Bedingfield Arms which serves food too.
Eastmoor is approximately 7 miles west of Swaffham, having a wide range of shopping, schooling, and leisure facilities. The market town of Downham Market is 7 miles to west and has direct train service to Cambridge and London King’s Cross. Thetford Forest can be found to the south with its many nature walks and bicycle trails whilst the North Norfolk coast with its quaint villages and sandy beaches is only 45 minutes by car. The historic city of Norwich with its International Airport is just 35 miles away. Stansted Airport can be found within 75 minutes drive to the south where you have connections to all major European destinations.
From the King’s Lynn office turn right onto the A148, London Road. Follow signs for the A10, Downham Market and continue for approx. 5 miles. At the roundabout turn left onto the A134 Thetford for approx.. 10 miles. Turn left onto Oxborough Road, then bear left onto Stoke Road and bear left again onto Eastmoor Road where the property will be found on the right. clearly marked with our Fine & Country ‘For Sale’ board.
To arrange a viewing of this property please contact North & West Norfolk King’s Lynn Innovation Centre, Innovation Drive, King’s Lynn, Norfolk PE30 5BY Tel: 01553 769 100 www.fineandcountry.com If you have been thinking of selling and getting nowhere fast then the first move you should make is to contact an agent who can deliver outstanding results. Here at Fine & Country we know that our unique approach to selling houses works. For more information on any of the services Fine & Country can offer, please call 01553 769 100 and speak to Jan von Draczek at our North & West Norfolk office. © All rights reserved by Norfolk Country Properties Ltd for the World outside the UK. Any unauthorised copying or publishing of either the words or photographs contained in this brochure will constitute an infringement of the copyright.
King’s Lynn, 30 min drive
Oxburgh Hall, 5 min drive
Downham Market, 18 min drive
Heacham, 27 miles
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