Whitlingham Hall, Kirby Road, Trowse, NR14

Number 4 Whitlingham Hall is a stunning 4-bedroom two storey apartment offering over 1700 sq. ft of living accommodation within this historic Grade II* Listed country house. The house was converted in 2003 to an extremely high standard and retains many of the original features. The property enjoys its own balcony and use of the wonderful communal gardens and sizeable orangery. An allocated parking space is located in front of the main house whilst there is an additional underground parking space in the parking garage. __________ FIRST FLOOR - Living room - Balcony - Dining room - Kitchen - Bedroom 4 - WC __________ SECOND FLOOR - Main bedroom with en suite - Bedroom 2 - Bedroom 3 - Family bathroom __________ OUTSIDE - Allocated parking space - Reserved underground parking space - Communal gardens - Orangery - Gated grounds __________ SITUATION Whitlingham Hall is situated about 3 miles from the centre of the city of Norwich. The Hall has easy access to the A47 Norwich southern bypass, and this provides connections to the A11 and M11 with access to London, Cambridge or Stansted. The village of Trowse offers several amenities including a bakery, post office, newsagent, primary school, public house, restaurant, dry ski school and the new Whitlingham Broad Country Park. The Cathedral City of Norwich has a vibrant business community and as the regional centre has an extensive range of cultural and leisure facilities, including the Norwich City football club, the Riverside leisure development complete with cinema and numerous restaurants and pubs. The city has an excellent range of state and private schools and is well known for its excellent shopping with a combination of independent retailers along with a number of premium department stores. Norwich has a mainline railway station with a service to London Liverpool Street and the expanding Norwich International Airport is just to the north of the city. The Norfolk Broads and the Norfolk and Suffolk coasts which are renowned for their sandy beaches, bird reserves and sailing facilities are all in easy driving distance. In addition, there are a number of golf courses, country clubs and health clubs nearby. __________ HISTORICAL NOTE Whitlingham Hall was built in 1865 to the design of H E Coe in the Elizabethan style for the Norwich banker Sir Robert Harvey. It then passed into the hands of the Colman family, the mustard manufacturers. It was extended in 1882 and remained the family home until the 1950's. In 2003, the PJ Livesey Group, converted Whitlingham Hall into several apartments and houses. The Grade II listed Hall stands in landscaped gardens and grounds of about 7 acres. __________ DESCRIPTION After entering the communal front door, take the stairs up to the first floor where the entrance to the apartment can be found. The current owners have renovated the property to a high standard and created an open plan living space consisting of a living room with doors leading out to the balcony, an open plan dining room and fitted kitchen. A fourth bedroom/office/study and WC complete the first-floor accommodation. Taking the staircase up to the second floor we find the main sleeping accommodation, with the main bedroom benefiting from an en suite shower room whilst the family bathroom serves the other two bedrooms. __________ OUTSIDE The Hall stands in 7 acres of landscaped gardens and grounds which are for the use of all residents and includes a large lake with fountain. In addition, residents have the use of the beautiful orangery. There is one reserved (numbered) parking space to the front of the property in the car park and a second space is reserved in the secure underground garage. Visitor parking spaces are also available. __________ LOCAL AUTHORITY South Norfolk Council, Band: E __________ TENURE The property is leasehold with a share of the freehold, with approximately 980 years remaining. (999 years from 1st January 2002) We understand round 45 of the 56 properties equally own a share of the Freehold and this share would be transferred to the new owner. The annual service charge is £5167.56 based on charges for 2022. __________ SERVICES Mains water, electricity, gas & drainage __________ DIRECTIONS From Norwich proceed out on the A146 Lowestoft Road. Proceed under the southern bypass and at the last set of traffic lights, turn left sign posted to Kirby Bedon and Bramerton. Take the first drive on the left and follow this for approximately ½ mile and the entrance to Whitlingham Hall can be found on the right-hand side. Enter via the security gates and parking can be found in front of the main hall. __________ HISTORIC ENGLAND List Entry Number: 1373212 __________ EPC RATING D __________ LAND REGISTRY NK281140 __________ WHAT3WORDS We highly recommend the use of the what3words app as this allows the user to pinpoint a location with accuracy of a 3m square in any location. To find the entrance to the driveway, please use the following combination of words: shovels.above.dress Whilst the gated entrance is as follows: target.forum.kept __________ AGENTS NOTE There are covenants in place to protect the external appearance of the building and use of the premises and communal areas. Please ask to see a copy of the Leaseholders' and Tenants' Obligations for further information. __________ IMPORTANT NOTICE 1. These particulars have been prepared in good faith as a general guide, they are not exhaustive and include information provided to us by other parties including the seller, not all of which will have been verified by us. 2. We have not carried out a detailed or structural survey; we have not tested any services, appliances or fittings. Measurements, floor plans, orientation and distances are given as approximate only and should not be relied on. 3. The photographs are not necessarily comprehensive or current, aspects may have changed since the photographs were taken. No assumption should be made that any contents are included in the sale. 4. We have not checked that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation approval, statutory or regulatory permissions or consents. Any reference to any alterations or use of any part of the property does not mean that necessary planning, building regulations, or other consent has been obtained. 5. Prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves by inspection, searches, enquiries, surveys, and professional advice about all relevant aspects of the property. 6. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact; we have no authority to make or give any representation or warranties in relation to the property. If these are required, you should include their terms in any contract between you and the seller. 7. Note to potential purchasers who intend to view the property; if there is any point of particular importance to you, we ask you to discuss this with us before you make arrangements to visit or request a viewing appointment. 8. Viewings are strictly by prior appointment through Jackson-Stops. __________ DATE DETAILS PRODUCED September 2023