Location

61A Colney Lane is located in the ever popular village and suburb of Cringleford, South of Norwich. The village provides a Waitrose supermarket, pharmacy, public houses, hairdressers, opticians and post office. There are also lovely walks along the River Yare passing strawberry fields which house ponies and donkeys and leads to UEA Broad.

The property also offers excellent access to the A11, Norwich Research Park, Norfolk and Norwich Hospital and the University of East Anglia.

The thriving city centre of Norwich provides excellent retail, gastronomic and cultural offerings with vibrant and award winning covered market, a plethora of cafes and restaurants to suit all tastes, theatres, galleries and a vibrant art sector. The city has a deep history, with a timeline of architecture, and is carefully managed to strike the right balance of independent and nationwide retail offerings. The city has renowned schooling in both the private and public sectors, together with the University of East Anglia.

Norwich has established transport links, with a mainline rail service to London Liverpool Street with the fastest journey time being 90 minutes, and an international airport to the north of the city.

Description

Orchard House has been a much-loved family home nestled in approximately 0.43 acres of stunning gardens, featuring both a main house and an adjoining annex. Built in 1972, the property boasts ample space and flexible accommodation, presenting an excellent opportunity for modernisation.

Set back from the road and well-screened by mature gardens, Orchard House provides a sense of privacy. The generous driveway leads to a garage, offering ample parking space. Inside, the spacious entrance hall leads to a large sitting room with French windows onto a conservatory, maximizing the view of the beautiful gardens. Additional rooms include a formal dining room, which could be utilised as a TV or playroom, kitchen/breakfast room, spacious study, ideal for home working or as an additional ground floor bedroom, a large utility/ boot room and downstairs cloakroom. The annex, accessible from the conservatory and breakfast room, includes a reception room, bedroom, and wet room, making it ideal for multi-generational living.

The first floor features four bedrooms, including a principal room with an en suite shower room, and a further large family shower room serving the remaining bedrooms.

Outside, the front garden is lawned with mature trees and hedging, providing a lovely view from the front of the house. The rear garden is mainly laid to lawn with a wildflower bed and an orchard, creating a tranquil and picturesque setting.

Overall, Orchard House offers a unique blend of spacious living, beautiful gardens, and flexible accommodation, with the potential for further updating to suit modern tastes and needs. Its serene gardens and private setting make it a perfect family home.