River Wensum

Home Meadow House, 51 Low Road, Drayton, Norwich, Norfolk, NR8 6RR

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Home Meadow House is a charming Grade II listed 16th century farmhouse with attractive gardens, standing in an elevated position. Features - Spacious entrance hall - Kitchen/breakfast room - Large sitting room - Dining room - Master bedroom - Family bathroom - 2 further double bedrooms - 2 large bedrooms and bathroom on the 2nd floor - Mature landscaped gardens of 1/3 acres (stms) - Gravelled driveway - Views over water meadows Driving Distances (approx) - Norwich city centre 4 miles - UEA 4 miles - NNUH 6 miles Situation Drayton is a popular village to the north west of Norwich. It has retained a community feel while boasting several amenities including two pubs, a bank, supermarket, good schools, doctor's surgery, dentist and chemist. There are excellent bus and cycle routes into Norwich city centre and the A47 southern bypass is 2 miles to the south. Norwich International Airport is also a short distance away. Drayton has an abundance of green space with playing fields and access to the historic Marriot's Way footpath and cycle route which runs between the market town of Aylsham and the city of Norwich. Water meadows surrounding the river Wensum also provide rich habitat for wildlife. With Norfolk's scenic coastline and the Norfolk Broads both within easy driving, this village is ideally situated between the city and the Broadland countryside. Description Home Meadow House is a charming Grade II listed 16th century farmhouse which has been sensitively restored and maintained. As you approach the front of the house through double wooden gates there is a gravel driveway with cottage garden and an attractive covered seating area. A part glazed front door with porch leads you through to a generous hallway with a parquet floor. To the left is the family kitchen/breakfast room, beautifully fitted with handmade bespoke units, gas Aga and walk in larder which has access to a full height cellar. There is also a useful boot room, downstairs WC and utility room with Belfast sink. The sitting room is of generous size with inglenook fireplace and wood burner. There are original built-in cupboards, bookcase and shutters to the west-facing sash window. A part-glazed door leads out to the back gardens, adjacent to the dining room, which faces south with a large window, boasting its original window seat, new oak shutters and an under-stairs cupboard provides useful storage. On the first floor, the generous master bedroom has stunning views to the west, over the gardens and river Wensum. The vendor has often seen swans and herons from her window. Two large bedrooms have south-facing views over the garden. The family bathroom has a bath and walk in shower. There is also a hidden storage box/room. Stairs to the 2nd floor lead to two further double bedrooms with exposed beams and views. A second bathroom and a lobby area with a built in fridge/microwave cupboard on the landing, means the top floor could easily be used as separate accommodation. The south and west-facing gardens at the back of the house, together with views over the meadows create an open, peaceful space. The established garden is partly walled with attractive herbaceous borders, fruit trees and wildlife pond (with protective cover). There is a large lawned area and garden sheds, wood store and bike store. The back of the house and garden walls are covered in wisteria, clematis and other climbing plants, creating a secluded, private area. Directions (NR8 6RR) From Norwich take the Drayton Road out of the city centre and continue onto the Drayton High road (A1067). You will pass Asda supermarket on your right and the Royal Norwich Golf Club on your left. As you enter the village of Drayton, turn left opposite the Cock Inn pub into Low Road. You will pass Fairview close on your left. Turn left off Low Road immediately afterwards, following signs to the farm. Home Meadow House is the second property on the right. Local Authority Broadland District Council. Council Tax Band: D. Annual Cost: £1,544.57. Services Gas Heating, mains water, electricity and drainage. Fixtures and Fittings Items regarded as fixtures and fittings including carpets, curtains, light fittings, kitchen appliances and garden ornaments are excluded although these items may be available by separate negotiation. Viewings Strictly by prior appointment with joint sole agents Jackson-Stops & Staff. 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.