* Freehold
* Grade II listed
* Seven bedrooms
* Five bathrooms
* Four reception rooms
* 6. 5 Acres (stms)
* Substantial steel framed agricultural barn
* Traditional barn with planning consent for conversion to residential (four bedrooms)
* Significant opportunity for multigenerational living or holiday let
* Idyllic countryside location
* Within walking distance of the village pub
abbotFox Bespoke presents Woodlands, a beautiful Grade II listed farmhouse,
which is set in around 6. 5 acres of south Norfolk countryside complete with a
barn that has planning permission for conversion into a separate four bedroom
property, .
**From The Sellers**
“This has been an amazing family home for us and our children. After
travelling the world and moving from London, we wanted somewhere to settle in
the countryside and it’s meant so much to us over the years. ”
**Introduction**
This Grade II listed farmhouse, which is set in around 6. 5 acres of south
Norfolk countryside, has been beautifully restored and sympathetically
extended. But there’s still more potential to be had.
**Inside**
Tradition meets modernity in this sprawling country farmhouse, which is
believed to date back to the 17th century. Overall, it is light, bright and
airy, but its heritage shows: There are exposed bricks and beams throughout,
as well as timber - framed windows and a neighbouring barn with planning in
place for conversion into a separate dwelling.
More modern touches include spot lighting and contemporary fixtures and
fittings in the bathrooms and kitchen family room, which also has a huge roof
lantern and impressive, fully - glazed gable end that looks out over the garden.
**Outside**
Woodlands Farm is a quintessential south Norfolk farmhouse. It’s Grade II
listed and solidly built with a pretty pastel render that sits underneath a
well - cared for thatch. Even the more recent extension is in keeping with the
rest of the house, the third in a row of ‘stepped’ roofs topped with pretty
pantiles.
The surrounding grounds are idyllic, extending to around 6. 5 acres, which
include formal gardens, paddocks, an orchard and a meadow and there is a
sweeping gravelled driveway out the front
To the rear there is an expansive lawned garden and patio, which can be
accessed from the kitchen and family room. There is also a wildlife pond and
natural dyke nestled between the formal gardens and paddock.
In addition to the main farmhouse there is also a large barn with planning
consent to convert into a four - bedroom home and a separate, steel - framed
agricultural barn and workshop. These offer considerable opportunity for
conversion, including as a self - contained annexe, ideal for multi - generational
living, or as a holiday let or business.
**The Barn**
Planning consent allows for accommodation to be arranged over two floors and
briefly comprises; on the ground floor an entrance hall, sitting room, part
vaulted formal dining room/family room and a kitchen breakfast room. Three
bedrooms are provided on the ground floor, one featuring an en suite. There is
a WC on the ground floor also,
The first floor offers a principal bedroom with a dressing room and en suite.
In addition to this there is a first floor sitting room by way of a mezzanine.
The plans can be found using the South Norfolk Planning Portal using the
planning reference 2012/0239
**Reception Rooms**
The kitchen family room is very much the heart of the property, ideal as both
a family space and for entertaining. A combination of striking architectural
features - which include bi - fold doors to two sides, a huge roof lantern and
an impressive, fully glazed gable end - give the space a contemporary edge and
there is also a large and welcoming dining space.
There is a more private and relaxed reception space in the sitting room, which
has intricate timber - detailing on the ceiling, exposed brick walls and a large
inglenook fireplace. An original timber staircase has also been retained,
offering access to the first floor, and there is an additional drawing room.
**Bedrooms And Bathrooms**
There are four good - sized bedrooms on the first floor, all with en suite
bathrooms and exposed beams, as well as a large family bathroom fitted with a
modern, free - standing tub and a separate shower.
A further two bedrooms are located on the floor above and there is an
additional space on the ground floor, which could be used as either a guest
bedroom or a study.
**Features**
The property is a beautiful mix of the old and the new, where beautiful,
state - of - the - art features blend with all the charm and character of a heritage
home. The kitchen family room is exceptionally impressive, with a huge roof
lantern and a fully - glazed gable to one end, offering stunning views.
**Practicalities**
The kitchen features marble worktops over the top of white Shaker - style
cabinets, which are arranged in an L - shape around two sides. A large island in
the centre doubles as a breakfast bar and the space is also fitted with an
Aga, larder and a double Butler sink.
Towards the rear of the kitchen there is a good - sized utility room which leads
to a cloakroom and boot room.
Ample off - road parking is provided by a shingle driveway at the front.
**Services**
Mains water and electricity. Private drainage by way of a treatment plant.
**Location**
Great Moulton is a quiet village close to Long Stratton, between the larger
town of Diss and the city of Norwich. The village church is located close to
the A140, which connects Norwich to Ipswich, and the village is well - served by
its own shop, village hall and pub called The Fox and Hounds, which is popular
with locals.
**Families**
The village is small but popular with families. There is an active village
hall.
The nearest high school is in Long Stratton with several primary schools in
the surrounding villages, including in Aslacton, Forncett and Tivetshall. A
wide range of private schooling can be found in Norwich.
**Local Authority**
South Norfolk District Council.
**Our Agent's View**
“The work that’s gone into bringing this 17th century farmhouse up to date is
incredible. It feels both bright and airy but still has the character and
charm of a traditional country home.
One of my favourite spaces is the kitchen family room. The sense of space you
get from the roof lantern, with its double height ceiling, is just so
striking.
I love the exposed brick and beams in some of the smaller reception spaces,
and the bedrooms too, but there are also a lot of clean lines and white space,
so it doesn’t feel oppressive.
There’s also so much more potential to be had, should new owners want it. The
barn could be converted - perhaps into another house or holiday accommodation
- and there’s a substantial workshop. Not to mention the six and a half acres
of land you get, too. Altogether, it’s a really special opportunity. ”
Samuel Le Good I Partner

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