Whipps Lane, Fundenhall, Norfolk, NR16

THE MALLARDS AND THE DRAKES ARE TWO FABULOUS DETACHED BARN CONVERSIONS – THE MALLARDS AN ULTRA MODERN PROPERTY BASED ON AN ‘A FRAME’ BARN (CLASS Q CONVERSION) OF BLOCK RENDER AND METAL PROFILED ROOFING, THE DRAKES A TRADITONAL BARN CONVERSION OF BRICK AND PANTILES. BOTH BENEFITTING FROM INTERIOR DESIGN TO SUIT MODERN LIVING, SET WITHIN APPROXIMATELY ONE ACRE OF GROUNDS, OFFERING A TOTAL OF ALMOST 6500 SQ FT OF LIVING ACOMMODATION. £50,000 contribution from developer for the kitchens
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MAIN BARN - THE MALLARDS

- Entrance Hall
- Large kitchen (the buyer to choose design with a contribution from the developer & to be installed prior to completion - see agents notes for detail).
- Open plan dining / living room
- Snug/dining room
- Office/playroom
- Cinema room
- Utility/boot room
- WC
- Large galleried landing overlooking the entrance hall
- Primary bedroom suite including bathroom and dressing room
- Bedroom 2 with ensuite
- Bedroom 3 with ensuite
- Bedroom 4
- Bedroom 5
- Large family bathroom
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BARN CONVERSION - THE DRAKES

- Entrance Hall which is open plan to: -
- Sitting room
- Kitchen (the buyer to choose design with a contribution from the developer & to be installed prior to completion - see agents notes for detail).
- Shower room
- Provision for a lift to first floor
- Bedroom 1
- Bedroom 2
- Bathroom
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OTHER

- 4-bay cart lodge (porcelain tiled) with 2 x charging points, power and lighting
- Detached outside kitchen and wine store
- Detached gym / home office
- Both barns will come with the benefit of a 10-year warranty
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OUTSIDE

- Landscaped garden with lawned areas to the front and the rear
- Wildflower garden with a large pond
- Outdoor kitchen
- Paved terraces
- Stands in just over 1 acre (stms)
- Neighbouring open field views
- Driveway with ample parking
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TENURE

Freehold
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LOCAL AUTHORITY

South Norfolk, Band TBC – the properties are still to be assessed.
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SERVICES

Mains Electricity, mains water and private drainage (treatment plant). The property has been connected to BT and needs a new contract setting up with the purchaser to enable.
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HISTORIC ENGLAND

The Mallards - Not Listed
The Drakes – Listed within the curtilage of The Grange
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EPC RATING

The Mallards - C
The Drakes – Exempt
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DRIVING DISTANCES (approx.)

- Wymondham Railway Station – 5.3 miles
- Norwich Railway Station – 10.6 miles
- Diss Railway Station – 14.7 miles
- Attleborough – 8.1 miles
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THE MALLARDS

Formerly an A Frame agricultural barn (The Mallards) and a traditional Norfolk barn (The Drakes) which once were part of the farm buildings for The Grange.

The Mallards – a new barn style home, utilising the original concrete structure and based on the footprint of an old A Frame agricultural barn that is magnificent in its scale and design. A mixture of clad blockwork, metal sheet cladding and glass. The double height entrance hall has an impressive steel with wooden tread staircase and leads to the reception rooms. To the right of the entrance hall is arguably the best room in the property is the kitchen / dining / living room with huge sliding doors which open out to the gardens.

The kitchen is such an important room in any home and given the huge character with The Mallards the developer decided to not install a kitchen to allow the new owners to decide on the style of kitchen that they desire (with a contribution from the developer). A kitchen designer company have mocked up three different examples and these can be shared with interested parties.

Other reception rooms found off the entrance hall are the snug, office/playroom and cinema room with built in projector, speakers and LED lighting. Both the office/playroom and cinema room have sliding doors to the garden. Power has been connected above the doors so that electric blinds can be fitted to these windows if required.

The first-floor landing has an open and light feeling with a picture window at the top of the stairs and two Velux’s allowing for additional natural light. There is ample space here to create another space within the property for a relaxing area or desks for homeworking!

To the right-hand side of the landing the principal bedroom suite can be found. The bedroom is double height and has a large picture window with views towards the garden and the pond. The ensuite has been fitted out and matches the luxury found throughout with a large bathtub, walk in shower and double basins with WC.
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THE DRAKES

A modern but thoughtful conversion of a traditional Norfolk brick and pantile barn to provide an open plan living area downstairs with an area for a sitting /dining room and kitchen.

As with the main barn, the developer has not installed a kitchen, allowing the purchaser (with a contribution) to choose and install based on own preferences. On the ground floor there is also a shower room / WC which can double up as a utility room.

On the first floor there is a landing area that leads to the two generous bedrooms, both with windows and skylights. The bathroom is also found of the first-floor landing.
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OUTSIDE

The property is accessed from Whipps Lane with a gravelled driveway with lavender borders that leads to the two barns. The pond is found at the entrance to the driveway with wildflower meadows and lawned areas to the front of the property. There is ample parking in front of the two barns and adjacent to the 4-bay cart lodge. There is further garden areas to the rear of the property.
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SITUATION

Fundenhall is a small rural village just five miles south-east of the historic market town of Wymondham and sitting just ten miles to the south-west of the City of Norwich. It is ideally placed for access into the city as well as the rest of East Anglia and beyond with the A11, A140 and A47 being only a few miles drive away. The village is often linked with Ashwellthorpe which is just two miles away enjoys an active community network.

Wymondham is known for its excellent local amenities with a wide range of shops, supermarkets including a Waitrose and two senior schools, including Wymondham High Academy and Wymondham College, which is a state boarding school. The town also has a local railway station with links to London via Cambridge and also to Norwich.

The Cathedral City of Norwich offers a vibrant arts and business community and is the regional centre for cultural and shopping amenities. There is a permanent market in the centre of the city and a wonderful Cathedral Close on the edge of the River Wensum. Both Diss (14.7 miles) and Norwich (10.6 miles) have mainline railway station (London Liverpool Street, 100 minutes) and to the north of the city is Norwich International Airport.

The Brecks and the Norfolk Broads together with the renowned coastline are all within easy driving distance. There are a number of golf courses and other leisure facilities in the area.
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AGENTS NOTE

The developer to provide a contribution of £50,000 inclusive of VAT for the kitchens. It is thought a suitable split could be £40,000 inclusive of VAT for The Mallards and £10,000 inclusive of VAT for The Drakes but the buyer can make this decision. It is suggested that the buyer will be able to select the kitchens (up to the contribution level but can clearly add to this if required) and they can be installed before completion. The fine detail of this to be discussed through solicitors.
Please be extra vigilant when viewing the property with young children as there is a natural wildlife pond in the garden.
The properties will benefit from 10-year warranties.
The property is subject to Tree Preservation Orders.
The Drakes (barn conversion) is Listed (part of Listing – 1373563).
There is a restrictive covenant on the title / property that The Mallards and The Drakes must be held under a single ownership.
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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

May 2024