Market Place, Hingham, Norfolk, NR9

15 & 16 Marketplace is a fabulous Grade II listed period property, dating back in parts to the 15th century we believe. The property has been sensitively modified and renovated over the years, and now offers almost 3000 sq ft of stunning accommodation set over 3 floors. The property is located in the heart of the thriving market town of Hingham and benefits from off-road parking to the side of the property and a rear garden.
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GROUND FLOOR

- Dining room
- Utility room with WC
- Kitchen
- Breakfast room
- Pantry
- Hallway
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FIRST FLOOR

- Bedroom 1 (with en suite)
- Bedroom 2 (with en suite)
- Bedroom 3
- Sitting room (or bedroom)
- Family bathroom
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SECOND FLOOR

- Bedroom 4
- Bedroom 5/study
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OUTSIDE

- Off-road parking
- Rear gardens
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TENURE & LAND REGISTRY

Freehold: NK207813
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LOCAL AUTHORITY

South Norfolk Council: Band E.
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SERVICES

Oil fired central heating, mains water, electricity and drainage
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HISTORIC ENGLAND

Grade II listed: 1171572
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DESCRIPTION

15 & 16 Marketplace is a fabulous Grade II listed period property, dating back in parts to the 15th century we believe. The property has been sensitively modified and renovated over the years, and now offers almost 3000 sq ft of stunning accommodation set over 3 floors. The property is located in the heart of the thriving market town of Hingham and benefits from off-road parking to the side of the property and a rear garden.
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GROUND FLOOR

The ground floor can be accessed from the street through the front door straight into the fabulous ground floor dining room, to the front of the property. Beyond the dining room is the central ground floor hallway, which leads to the kitchen and breakfast room beyond. A utility room and WC complete the ground floor accommodation. The staircase leads up from the ground floor hallway to the first-floor landing.
Alternatively, the residential part of the building can be accessed directly through the rear breakfast room, if one is parking to the rear of the house for example.
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FIRST FLOOR

The first floor comprises four main rooms – three of which are currently dressed as bedrooms (with bedroom 1 having a large dressing area and en suite, and bedroom 2 and en suite). Bedroom 3 is served be the central family bathroom. The largest room is currently dressed a sitting room, with 1 staircase leading up to the second floor and a 2nd secret staircase also leading up.
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SECOND FLOOR

The main staircase leads up from the sitting room to a landing with bedroom 4 whilst bedroom 5/study is accessed from a secret staircase up from the sitting room below. Accessed by a ladder there is also a fabulous mezzanine level library area.
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OUTSIDE

The building fronts the pavement on the street, with a driveway to the side, offering room for ample off-road parking. The garden is currently set out in sections, with the paved area currently used as storage/parking area. There are landscaped hedged sections behind this, and a lovely terrace off the breakfast room. The garden patio/terrace could be landscaped further to create a single area, rather than the currently divided sections. Alternatively, this could be a parking area to suit.
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AGENTS NOTE

Our client is retaining some of the land to the east and south of the property where they are building a new property for them to live in (work is currently under way). This building is not finished yet and the boundaries and relevant land registry changes are in hand but not completed at the time of writing.
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SITUATION

Hingham is a delightful market town renowned for its wealth of architecture. Around the marketplace there are many fine Sixteenth, Seventeenth & Eighteenth Century houses and Hingham is known for having two greens, an excellent range of shops including a butcher, baker, newsagent, chemist, greengrocer, supermarket, primary school, doctor’s surgery, public library and fire station and a gastro pub.

It is well placed for Wymondham and its Waitrose superstore and excellent local amenities. There are two senior schools, including Wymondham High Academy and Wymondham College, which is a state boarding school. There are main line railway connections from Wymondham and Attleborough to Norwich, Cambridge, and London. Nearby are golf courses at Barnham Broom and Reymerston whilst Thetford Forest, the Norfolk Broads and the Norfolk Coast are all within easy driving distance.

Hingham is situated approximately 16 miles to the southwest of the city of Norwich and is easily accessible from both the A47 and the A11. Norwich is renowned for its shopping and cultural facilities, range of schools and as a vibrant business centre.
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DIRECTIONS

Leaving Norwich, head West on the A47 and at Colney Wood take the B1108 (Watton Road) for approximately 10 miles, following signposts for Hingham. Head into the village (passing the Fire Station on the left-hand side and as you enter the first green, the property will be found on your left.
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DRIVING DISTANCES (approx.)

- Attleborough/A11 5.2 miles
- Wymondham 6.3 miles
- Dereham/A47 9.4 miles
- Norwich 15.5 miles
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WHAT3WORDS

We highly recommend the use of the what3words website/app. This allows the user to locate an exact point on the ground (within a 3-metre square) by simply using three words.

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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.