5 bedroom house

Dating back to the early 17th century, 'Hall Farm' is one of the oldest houses in the area and is steeped in local history and heritage. Once commonly known as 'Briston Hall' this historic, Grade II Listed residence boasts a wealth of period features including exposed timbers, inglenook fireplaces and cast-iron grates, window shutters and seating, stripped pine latch doors and an ornate hand carved staircase. The handsome façade features a two-storey gabled 'stair turret' that is rendered and set under a traditional pantile roof. Modern features have been subtly integrated into this fine home and includes oil -fired central heating with the recent installation of a new oil-fired boiler and hot water cylinder. Further recent improvements by the present owners includes a new bathroom suite, extensive refurbishment of the roof and a new electrical consumer unit.

The accommodation in the main house, which is set over three floors, extends to around 3,500sq ft. and briefly comprises; Entrance hall set back from a sheltered veranda, formal sitting room with exposed beams and a beautiful inglenook fireplace with stove, formal dining room with a substantial inglenook open fireplace, farmhouse style kitchen, impressive pantry, separate utility room and guest WC. An ornate, turning staircase with hand carved balustrade rises to the first floor where there are three principal bedrooms and two bathrooms. A winding staircase leads to the second floor where there are two further double bedrooms with vaulted ceilings and a loft room/6th bedroom.

To the front of the property, there is a wonderful, formal garden with central pathway leading to the covered entrance with lighting. There are well stocked shrub borders and flowering borders, shaped lawns and views out towards the village green. A side gate leads around to the rear garden and parking area. At the rear is a set of timber double gates leading into a large, shingled parking area with covered three - bay car port. The rear garden has two main lawns with a variety of mature fruit trees and raised vegetable beds. On the rear boundary is a range of traditional barn outbuildings that currently consist of a studio fitted with power, lighting and underfloor heating. A further attached barn currently provides flexible storage options and the potential for further enhancement.

'Hall Farm' offers a rare opportunity to purchase an important, landmark period residence set in a village community with excellent local amenities including an excellent butchers, bakers and village store. The Georgian market town of Holt is less than 5 miles away with a wider variety of amenities and the highly renowned Gresham's School. The North Norfolk coastline is around 9 miles away with easy access to famous coastal destinations such as Blakeney, Cley and Wells-next-the-Sea.
 

LOCATION Hall Farm commands a desirable location looking out over the historic village green at Briston. Briston is an old wool village between Fakenham and Holt with easy access to the north Norfolk Coast, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. There is a junior school, nursery school, local butcher, bakery, two pubs, two grocery shops and a Post Office. There is an 18th century cast iron cello in the Parish Church, which has a surprisingly good tone.
 

SERVICES CONNECTED Mains electricity, water and drainage. There is also a private water supply but not currently being utilised. Oil fired central heating.
 

COUNCIL TAX Band to be confirmed. 

ENERGY EFFICIENCY RATING An Energy Performance Certificate is not required for this property due to it being Grade II listed. 

PROPERTY REFERENCE 36967

Marketed by: Sowerbys, Holt