Guide price £430,000
SSTC
REF: NOR240044
Old Chapel Cottage is charming two-bedroom detached property, originally believed to have been a former Chapel, which was subsequently converted into this lovely home. Planning permission has been granted in June 2025 to further extend to the rear) Located on the highly sought-after Stubb Road, the cottage is within walking distance of both The Greyhound and The Pleasure Boat public houses as well as Hickling Broad, and benefits from off-road parking and a lovely rear garden with views over the private woodland to the rear.
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GROUND FLOOR
- Entrance hall
- Kitchen/dining room
- Sitting room
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FIRST FLOOR
- Landing
- Bedroom 1
- Bedroom 2
- Family shower room
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OUTSIDE
- Gate entrance
- Off-road parking
- Front courtyard garden
- Rear garden
- Garden room
- Stunning rear views
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ADDITIONAL FEATURES
- Water supply: mains
- Electricity: mains
- Gas: n/a
- Oil: n/a
- LPG: n/a
- Heating: Electric
- Drainage: mains
- Broadband connection: BT TBC
- Parking: Off road (gated)
- Private rights of way: No
- Public rights of way: No
- Listed Property: No
- Restrictions: Yes
- Easements: Yes
- Flooded in last 5 years: No
- Freehold: NK 291795
- North Norfolk District Council: Band C
- EPC rating: E
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DRIVING DISTANCES (approx.)
- Hickling Broad: 0.5 miles
- Stalham: 3.2 miles
- Beaches: 4 miles
- Norwich: 19.5 miles
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SITUATION
Old Chapel Cottage is situated in the pretty Broadland village of Hickling. There are wonderful walks in the area with Weavers Way, various beaches and quiet country cycling routes. The property is just half a mile from Hickling Broad, from which there is access to The Broads network with its abundant wildlife and sailing. There are 2 churches, and 2 public houses close by and about 4 miles to the east, access is found to some wonderful beaches. Just over 3 miles to the north is the village of Stalham which has excellent local amenities including a Post Office, surgery, local schooling, and boat yards.
About 19 miles to southwest is the Cathedral City of Norwich, which is renowned for its shopping and cultural facilities, selection of schools both state and private and is the regional business centre with a university and teaching hospital. There are rail connections with intercity trains to London Liverpool Street. Norwich has an international airport and there are good communications by road via the A11 and A47.
The North Norfolk coast is renowned for its sandy beaches, bird reserves and there is good sailing to be had on both the Norfolk broads and the coast.
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GROUND FLOOR
The property is entered on the ground floor through the front door into the entrance hall. The country style kitchen/dining room (14’ x 10’2) is located to the front of the cottage and benefits from a stable door opening directly to the front courtyard area, perfect for a breakfast spot. Heading back through the entrance hall, the large sitting room (16’5 x 16’) is located at the rear of the house, with another door providing access out of the side to the rear garden. This is a delightful triple aspect room with exposed timbers and a wood burner.
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FIRST FLOOR
The staircase rises from the entrance hall to the first-floor landing – the main bedroom (13’11 x 9’7) with a double aspect is located at the rear of the cottage with stunning views, whilst the second bedroom (12’4 x 8’9) is located to the front of the cottage. The fabulous family shower room is located in the middle of the first floor and benefits from a large walk-in shower, toilet and feature wash bowl.
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OUTSIDE
The cottage is located on Stubb Road, a very popular road in the village of Hickling, with both the pub and Hickling Broad within easy walking distance from the front door. Off-road parking is found at the front, behind a wooden gate, whilst the lovely rear garden is located behind the cottage, with stunning views over the rear private woodland. A shed/garden room has been erected in the far corner offering a tranquil spot in the garden, with its aspect over the neighbouring woodland to the rear.
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PLANNING PERMISSION
We understand planning permission was granted in June 2025 for:
Erection of single storey side/front extension with accommodation in roofspace without complying to condition 2 (approved plans) of planning permission PF/24/1528 to install a rear dormer
The public application can be viewed on the North Norfolk planning portal using the above reference number.
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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.
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.
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DATE DETAILS PRODUCED
October 2025