* Freehold
* At the heart of a coastal village with the coastal lifestyle on your doorstep
* Stylish and functional living with open plan and cosy spaces
* Self - contained annexe currently run as successful Airbnb
* Converted granary that could be utilised in many different ways to suit buyers needs
* Over 6000 sq ft of building in total, all linked
* Private parking and courtyard gardens
Coastal contemporary within brick and flint charm.
Description
Sunbeams, set in the heart of the coastal village of Cley, is an exceptional
Grade II listed home of scale and style. With the highly appealing mix of
mellow red brick, Norfolk flint and a lime render framing Georgian sash
windows, it gives little away to the contemporary edge within, including
polished concrete floors and open - plan living spaces. Add in a characterful
annexe run as a successful Airbnb, a converted granary, with mixed use
consent, that could be used in many ways, alongside the hallowed off - street
parking that is crucial for stress - free coastal living, and Sunbeams has an
adaptability to suit many lifestyles.
Formerly an 18th century inn and maltings, the house was the subject of a
thorough overhaul and renovation, with a collaboration of ideas between our
client and their architects to transform the house sympathetically. The
results are visually impressive and entirely practical for 21st century
living.
Principal House
The living space at Sunbeams has a convenient mix of open plan and more cosy
areas to enjoy. The epicentre of life at the house is the fabulous open - plan
kitchen/living/dining area, double height to the rafters, an abundance of
natural light thanks to heritage velux windows and plenty of south facing
glazing. The seamless polished concrete floor, which runs the entirety of the
ground floor, and sharp lines of the kitchen cabinetry, blend with the
original exposed beams and lime plaster walls, whilst bi - fold doors out to the
courtyard bring the outside in. Adaptable, atmospheric LED Hue lighting is set
into the beams and superfast Cat6 ethernet cabling runs throughout the house.
There is a 1TB fibre optic internet connection direct to the house.
A large opening leads to a further open - plan area, a more formal space used as
a living room, with a wood burner adding to the atmosphere, flowing into the
staircase hall with a distinctive oak staircase.
A more snug TV room is a private space to enjoy, with functionality provided
by a laundry, a useful ground floor shower room to hose muddy dogs and
children, and a further utility.
The bedrooms are over the first and second floor, with great ceiling height
and natural light. The principal bedroom is charming, with double sash windows
with shutters, en suite bath/shower room and built - in storage, with a further
three bedrooms with lovely detail including original paneling and cupboards.
These rooms are served by the family bathroom. Two separate sets of stairs
lead to the converted attic space, with two studies including one with a view
of Cley marshes and the coastline, storage room, and a spacious bedroom with
vaulted ceilings and en suite shower room.
Annexe
Self - contained from the main house, yet linked via a corridor providing the
opportunity to incorporate into the house if needed, the annexe is a
thoughtful conversion, currently a brilliant Airbnb yielding a useful income.
The tone is set by an impressive entrance hall, double height with curved
flint wall and staircase. This leads to a first floor open - plan kitchen and
living area, with heritage veluxes for natural light and exposed beams. There
is a comfortable double bedroom on the ground floor, with adjoining bathroom,
and a further bedroom currently used as a library.
Granary
Again self - contained, yet with direct access from the annexe, is the granary.
This is a highly adaptable space that could be used in many different ways. It
is an inspiring space with high ceilings up to the rafters - again with
adaptable, atmospheric LED Hue lighting set into the beams - with a main room
of about 6. 9m x 6. 6m. Off the main room is a WC and shower, and a store room
with direct access out to the parking area.
Stairs lead up to a first floor room, with velux windows. The granary is one
for the imagination to dictate how it is used, whether it be a games room or
gym, further Airbnb, work from home space, art studio or a combination of the
aforementioned. It is an asset to the overall package.
Outside
Being at the centre of a coastal village, the coastline, to a large extent, is
your garden. Whether it be swimming, kayaking or boating through the creeks
close by, wandering the coastal paths or heading up to the village playing
field with its playground, these are all on your doorstep.
The current owners, therefore, focused on ease of maintenance and lifestyle
when defining the outside space of Sunbeams. With two courtyards, both south
facing and set between the main house and the annexe and granary, they make
excellent sun traps for outside dining, entertaining or simply relaxing. The
first courtyard, with yorkstone paving and a wonderfully old olive tree at the
centre, is where you spill out from the bi - folds of the dining area, or stable
door of the kitchen. This courtyard has plenty of space for seating, and has a
brick and flint outdoor kitchen area with pizza oven and Argentinian grill.
The adjoining second courtyard, separated by brick and flint wall and
attractive door, is laid to artificial grass for ease, with further olive
trees, lavender beds and wood store completing the Mediterranean feel from
both areas. A pedestrian door leads out to the parking area and village.
Essential for a coastal house of this calibre, in such a central location,
there is an off - street gravelled parking area adjoining the house for three
cars.
Location
Cley - next - the - Sea is one of the most authentic coastal villages of North
Norfolk, with a rich history. The village was one of the busiest ports in
England, which formed the wealth to create the wonderful buildings that the
village enjoys, from fishermans’ cottages to merchants’ houses.
Today it offers an eclectic range of shops on the doorstep including the
Crabpot Bookshop, Pinkfoot gallery, Cley Smokehouse, Made in Cley, and the
renowned Picnic Fayre delicatessen. There are two pubs, The George and Three
Swallows, and the well - known Wiveton Hall Café just up the hill from the
village.
As an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the coastline from the village and
as a whole is an inspiring and uplifting landscape to be amongst. The shingle
beach of Cley has become a magnet for local sea swimmers, whilst the coastal
path leads to Blakeney, with further pubs, galleries and bakery and east to
Salthouse with the popular Dun Cow public house. The area is renowned globally
for its birdwatching, with the Cley reserve notable as the oldest Norfolk
Wildlife Trust reserve, purchased in 1926.
For keen sailors, or boat enthusiasts, you can keep a boat in the harbour and
follow the creeks through the reed beds, winding round to Blakeney and their
resident seals, whilst also providing excellent sailing.
The Georgian town of Holt is to the south, with a plethora of boutique shops,
cafes, delicatessens and a Michelin - starred restaurant, alongside Bakers &
Larners department store and supermarket, and essential facilities such as gp
surgery, dentist and post office. The highly regarded Gresham’s School, pre -
prep, prep, and senior, is on the edge of the town, with Beeston Hall prep
school further along the coast to the east.
Square Footage: 6, 146 sq ft
Acreage:
0. 16 Acres
Additional Info
Services
Mains electricity, water and drainage and oil fired central heating. CAT6
cabling and 1TB fibre direct to house.
Local Authority
North Norfolk District Council.
Council Tax band H
Fixtures & Fittings
All fixtures and fittings including fitted carpets and curtains are
specifically excluded from the sale, but may be available in addition, subject
to separate negotiation.
Viewings
Strictly by appointment with Savills. If there is any point which is of
particular importance to you, we invite you to discuss this with us,
especially before you travel to view the property.

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