8 bedroom house

DESCRIPTION Hill House is a most attractive late Edwardian family home of spectacular proportions positioned within a highly sought-after area of Norwich together with delightful gardens, outdoor heated swimming pool, separate one bedroom annexe, and triple garage.

Built in 1910 with later additions and constructed of traditional brick under a pin tile roof with a distinctive turret on the southwest elevation, the house was subject to a major renovation programme, beginning in 2011 which involved carefully restoring the property from four large apartments back to a very fine period home. Meticulous planning to create a grand family home was at the forefront of the design, and vast changes were made to the accommodation whilst retaining a host of period features. The property enjoys wonderful ceiling heights, picture rails, ornate coving, and beautiful fireplaces throughout. The whole will no doubt be of great interest to buyers seeking a substantial residence within proximity to schooling and amenities.

The house is approached to the side via an attractive front door into a delightful porch which includes a useful boot room. The main entrance hall acts as major feature to house and enjoys access to the principal ground floor rooms. The drawing room and formal dining room offer a light and airy feel with a particular feature being the splendid open fireplace with bespoke mantel. There is a further sitting room/cinema room to the west with turret and access into the gardens. The kitchen breakfast room and sunroom offer fine views over the gardens and grounds and enjoy a comprehensive range of integrated appliances and vast kitchen island.

The first floor features a wonderful landing area with distinctive Edwardian features and offers access to four double bedrooms, 'his and hers' study, and the family bathroom. The principal bedroom suite enjoys a spacious dressing room and an en-suite bathroom. The guest bedroom boasts a further en-suite shower room.

There are three double bedrooms and a large family bathroom beautifully positioned off the second-floor landing which is currently set up as an upper sitting room. Bedrooms six benefits from fine views over open countryside and the River Yare. We draw your attention to the floorplan for a full explanation as to how the accommodation is arranged.

Hill House is approached via a private shingled driveway off Poplar Avenue with extensive parking leading up to the property. The gardens amount to around half an acre with an extensive lawned area with mature borders. There is an outdoor heated swimming pool to the west, which is used every summer by the current owners, and bordered beautifully by two terraces with a particular feature being the brick-built pizza oven and large decked area. The grounds are enclosed by panel fencing and offer a great deal of privacy.

Garaging and annexe – There is a detached three bay garage block of brick construction under pantile roof with a stunning one-bedroom annexe above (2021). The accommodation for the annexe comprises kitchen dining living room with integrated appliances, one double bedroom, dressing room and a bathroom. The annexe acts as a great space to work from home or take advantage of the air bnb market which may prove relevant to potential buyers.

Acreage - 0.53 acres (stms)

Planning Permission – There is full planning permission for the laundry and pantry to be extended with a room above.

Services – We believe that all mains' services are connected to 225 Newmarket Road. 

LOCATION The residence is located in this very pleasant, established residential district, being convenient for schools, both state and private, together with good local shopping facilities in Eaton Village, including the Waitrose Supermarket. It is just under 2 miles from the city centre and convenient for the Southern Bypass and the University of East Anglia. 

DIRECTIONS From the city centre proceed to St Stephens Road, passing through the traffic lights into the Newmarket Road. Cross over the outer ring road traffic island and continue along Newmarket Road. As you pass Unthank Road on the right and before the dual carriage way take a right turn into Poplar Avenue. Follow Poplar Avenue around to the left and the entrance to the property will be on the left marked Hill House, 225 Newmarket Road. 

AGENT’S NOTES: (1) The photographs shown in this brochure have been taken with a camera using a wide angle lens and therefore interested parties are advised to check the room measurements prior to arranging a viewing.

(2) Intending buyers will be asked to produce original Identity Documentation and Proof of Address before solicitors are instructed. 

VIEWING Strictly by prior appointment through the selling agents' Norwich Office. [use Contact Agent Button].

These particulars were prepared in November 2021. Ref. 039090

Marketed by: Brown & Co, Norwich