Docking

BALMORAL HOUSE PLOT 52 Following the huge successes of the first two phases, Balmoral House is one of only five very special houses to be released in Phase Three and it is a substantial, attractive and detached timber, brick and flint house.

Arranged in an 'L' shape that hinges on a stunning central 'turret' the property is entered at this apex and all the ground floor rooms fan out from this curved and exceptionally grand central hall which, with its stunning circular staircase provides for a dramatic entrance and perfectly sets the tone for this beautiful home.

The most important room of any house is, without doubt, the kitchen and about a third of the ground floor is given over to this hub of the family home. At its centre is the sociable island which doubles as a breakfast bar and there is ample space for a kitchen table for those cosy kitchen suppers as well as space for a seating area so this room is absolutely ideal for modern family living.

In the middle of the ground floor is the equally generous reception room that feels even larger as it encompasses the double height central tower that really defines the room. At the other end of the house there is a more formal dining room as well as a large study, playroom and home cinema room. Both the kitchen and the dining room have French doors out to the south west facing garden, whilst the reception room has a set of full width bi-folding doors, allowing for free flowing al fresco entertaining come the summer months.

Follow that wonderfully curved and double width staircase up to the first floor where all five double bedrooms lead off the large central landing. At the back of the house there are three double bedroom suites, of which, the principal has a substantial en-suite with both a bath and separate shower cubicle. There is a fifth bedroom that could also be an upstairs snug or study and this has access to a family bathroom. It could also be split to create a sixth bedroom if required. Finally, the second bedroom suite is slightly segregated from the other four bedrooms as it is situated above the double garage and has both an en suite bathroom and built in wardrobe.

Outside there is off street parking for up to four cars in addition to the integrated double garage so ample space for your classic car, bikes, kayaks or a small boat. The garden wraps around the house and is perfectly proportioned for a house of this size and faces both south and west and overlooks open farmland beyond.


Whilst Avada Homes has built its unrivalled reputation for creating outstanding and beautifully finished properties in North Norfolk over the last two decades, they are also held in equally high regard on the south coast, and in particular Sandbanks, where they have been responsible for creating a number of stunning 'Super Homes.'

It is the experience of building such exclusive and individual homes that they have drawn upon with Balmoral House, a truly grand and opulent presence yet with modern comforts nestled inside.
 

DOCKING
Docking is arguably one of Norfolk's best hideaways, just four miles from the sea yet a comfortable breeze away from the coastal crowds in the heat of summer, and within a comfortable drive of the market towns of Fakenham and elegant Holt.

Dating back to Saxon times, Docking is one of Norfolk's highest points at 272ft and was once known as 'Dry Docking', because of its lack of drinking water. A well was sunk in the village in the 18th century and residents paid a farthing per bucket until a mains supply was installed in 1936. The small village played a key role in World War II when the RAF Docking airfield operated between 1940-1958, and nearby Docking Hall housed serving actors Richard Burton, Robert Hardy and Warren Mitchell during this time.

Today, a strong village community exists and Docking has a thriving nursery and primary school, and the heart-warming sound of young children enjoying playtime often echoes in the surrounding streets, as it has for centuries. Well-serviced, Docking also has a GP surgery, village store with Post Office, playing field, tennis court and bowling green, along with a popular fish and chip shop and good local, The Railway Inn.

Buyers are spoilt for choice with a wide range of property including traditional, brick and flint and whitewashed cottages, classic Georgian houses and a growing range of quality new-build homes.

You may be inspired to try your hand at The Good Life and grow your own, but if you lack a green thumb try the weekly farmer's market at the village's Ripper Memorial Hall. Held on Wednesday mornings, shoppers come from far afield to fill their baskets with super-fresh produce from local smallholders and jars and delicacies from Norfolk artisan producers.

Offering the best of coast and country, it's easy to see why Docking is such a sought-after spot. 

AVADA HOMES
Avada Country Homes have developed over 100 individual properties in Norfolk during the last 20 years. They have earned a reputation for choosing first class materials and designing properties with the owner in mind. In recent years they have developed 25 homes at The Langham in the picturesque north Norfolk village on the former site of Langham Glass. Other work includes two barns for HRH The Queen at the Sandringham Estate, and designed and built multi-million pound Georgian mansions in the world famous area of Sandbanks in Poole. 

ENERGY EFFICIENCY RATING
The property will have a SAP assessment carried out as part of building regulations when completed. 

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AGENT'S NOTE
Please note the internal images used are of Plot 54 and are for representation purposes only. Internal images have been virtually staged.