6 bed detached house for sale

Marlpit House, Belaugh Green Lane, Coltishall, Norfolk NR12

Marlpit House is a hidden gem, located on the fringe of the riverside village of Coltishall, known as the gateway to the Norfolk Broads, ideal for those seeking peace and tranquillity yet close enough to enjoy the local amenities to include the iconic riverside common with its fashionable eateries, The Rising Sun, the popular Red Lion and The Recruiting Sergeant public houses, primary school, medical practice and village hall with recreation ground.

The property known locally as the “Propeller House” for its design, is a unique and imposing six-bedroom, beautifully presented residence located within a generous plot exceeding three acres offering endless potential and is positioned centrally within a lawn and woodland setting.

Access to Marlpit House is via an impressive long leafy driveway bordered by mature trees and shrubs leading to ample off-road parking for multiple vehicles and could easily accommodate a caravan/motorhome as well as a boat or trailers. This in turn leads to a large hexagon shaped garage with wc and an overhead storage space, which the current owners had planned to convert into a living space. The surrounding gardens and paved terraces afford endless possibilities to create additional accommodation (Subject to the usual planning permission), for outdoor recreation, entertaining, landscaping, or simply enjoying the serenity of a rural natural haven.

Arranged over two floors with four receptions including a family lounge with feature fireplace and a kitchen breakfast family room both with double doors leading out onto the gardens. A study, play room and separate utility and ground floor cloakrooms. The property also boasts six bedrooms, the master with two dressing rooms and there are also two family bathrooms. Overall Marlpit House provides a generosity of accommodation for any modern-day family; the potential for a bed and breakfast business, working from home or multi-generational living.

The property is further complemented in its proximity, of less than two miles to Hoveton where there is access to Roys supermarket and department store, post office, a train station and schooling for all ages. Slightly further afield, of approximately ten miles, is Norwich city centre with its excellent retail outlets, restaurants and cafes and extensive historical interest.