Cross Street, Salthouse, Holt, Norfolk, NR25

A charming 4-bedroom brick and flint cottage with mature cottage garden, summer house and off-street parking located in the popular coastal village of Salthouse, within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Located within a short walk to the beach and all that Salthouse has to offer.
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GROUND FLOOR

- Entrance hall
- Sitting room
- Garden room
- Kitchen/breakfast room
- Utility area
- Bedroom
- Shower room
- Lobby/boot room with underfloor heating
- Office
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FIRST FLOOR

- Main bedroom with en suite shower room
- 2 further bedrooms
- Family bathroom
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OUTSIDE

- Front and rear garden
- Summer house with decked seating area & power
- Greenhouse
- Shed
- Small pond
- Pergola
- Vegetable garden
- Paved terrace
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DRIVING DISTANCES (approx.)

- Blakeney 3 miles
- Cley next the Sea 2 miles
- Holt (Greshams Schools) 4 miles
- Norwich (International airport and mainline trains to London Liverpool St) 27 miles
- Sheringham (Trains to Norwich) 5.5 miles
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SITUATION

Salthouse is a vibrant coastal village situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with direct access to the saltmarshes and sea. Both the heath and marshes are widely acclaimed as important wildlife and fauna habitats and extremely popular for walkers and bird watching enthusiasts, as well as being home to many fascinating geological and archaeological finds.
The village community boasts a beautiful 16th century parish church, the popular Dun Cow pub, a small deli/stores and the well-known Cookies Crab Shop - serving and selling fresh local seafood for the last three generations. The CoastHopper bus service operates a regular service between Cromer and Wells 7 days per week, with the bus stop conveniently located at the bottom of Cross Street.

The neighbouring villages of Cley-next-the-Sea and Blakeney are perfectly placed for easy access to the saltmarshes, Blakeney harbour and Blakeney Point. There are many ways to while away leisure hours in this beautiful part of the world including sailing, bird and seal watching, cycling, golf, coastal walking and numerous fine beaches to discover.

Just three miles to the south is the Georgian market town of Holt, a town renowned for its attractive street frontages and for its wide and eclectic range of independent shops cafes and bars. Amenities include a supermarket, primary school, doctors’ surgery, dentists, bank and post office. Holt is also home to Gresham’s pre-prep, prep, and senior schools, founded in 1555.
There is a buzz in the air in North Norfolk and the surrounding area enjoys everything from locally sourced butchers, fishmongers and farmers markets to artisan bakers, coffee shops, restaurants, delicatessens, up-market farm shops and art galleries.
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DESCRIPTION

This pretty brick and flint cottage with pantile roof was built in 1988 and has been occupied by the present owner since 2005, during which time they have extended (2007) and re-modelled the property. The doors throughout the property are bespoke hand made, and a number of the timber window frames were replaced within the past 3 years. From the property, one can enjoy views of Salthouse church, Salthouse Heath and the coast.

The front door opens into the entrance hall which features African slate tiled flooring, an under stairs cupboard, and a wide staircase rising to the first floor accommodation.

To the right of the entrance hall is the sitting room, which features an open fireplace with brick surround and timber mantle, there are 2 exposed beams, and the room benefits from a dual aspect to the front and side of the property. A set of double doors open through to the light and airy garden room, which was constructed in 2007. The room features wood effect flooring, beautiful timber beamed ceiling, 2 skylights and a set of double doors opening out to the rear garden.

From the garden room a door opens into a utility area, leading off from which is a bedroom and a bathroom comprising travertine tiled walls and flooring, large walk-in shower, wash hand basin, WC, and heated towel rail.

The kitchen/breakfast room is fitted with built-in cabinets, double butler sink, integrated dishwasher, and space for a freestanding fridge/freezer. An Aga sits within the inglenook and comprises 3 electric ovens and a 6-burner gas hob (including a wok burner), which uses bottled gas.

From the kitchen a door opens into a lobby/boot room, from here there is access to the office and out to the rear garden. The lobby/boot room benefits from underfloor heating and a large glass atrium. The office is a spacious room with boarded loft storage above, accessed via retractable ladder.

The staircase rises to the first floor landing, off which there are 3 bedrooms (one with en suite) and the family bathroom. The main bedroom is a beautiful double aspect room with exposed timber beams and a set of double doors open out to the balcony. The adjoining en suite was installed in 2021 and comprises a shower cubicle, wash hand basin, WC, heated towel rail, and a view of the coast. There are two further bedrooms, both benefitting from double aspect views. The family bathroom offers a bath with shower overhead, wash hand basin and WC and affords lovely views of Salthouse church.
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OUTSIDE

Coastal hedging runs along the front boundary with two gravelled single bays allowing for off-street parking. Sleeper raised beds have been planted with vegetables and benefit from this favourable west facing position. A paved terrace provides a lovely space to sit and enjoy the afternoon sun.

Paths extend down each side of the property to the rear garden, which comprises a small area of lawn, small wildlife pond, a greenhouse and a shed. The garden is further complimented by roses and an abundance of established plants, trees and shrubs including apple trees, bay tree, raspberries, and gooseberries. There is a large summer house with electric wall heater and a decked area in front, offering a lovely place to sit and relax.
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LOCAL AUTHORITY

North Norfolk District Council, Band: D
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TENURE

Freehold
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SERVICES

Oil-fired central heating, mains electricity, water and drainage.
Pressurised
Bottled gas for cooking.
Superfast Broadband is available to the property.
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DIRECTIONS

Travelling west along the A149 passing through Cley and into Salthouse, pass Cookies Crab Shop on your right and proceed for approximately 0.2 miles. Turn right into Cross Street and the property will be located on the left hand side of the road, opposite the church.
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DATE DETAILS PRODUCED

February 2024
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AGENTS NOTE

There is an existing planning application on the neighbouring farm. Navigate to North Norfolk District Council planning applications and enter PF/23/2553
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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.

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