2 bedroom house

Country lifestyle cottage interiors, picturesque formal gardens and private frontage on the River Bure come together to create the rarest and most special of opportunities.

Meadowsweet is an enchanting cottage that boasts highly refined and elegant accommodation set in enchanting gardens and enjoying private river frontage in the idyllic village setting of Ingworth.

With an entry in the Domesday Book of 1085, Ingworth is a small, parish village steeped in local history and set in the heart of National Trust countryside. Forming a very special cluster of hamlets and villages, set around the historic Blickling Estate, this exceptional location is one of North Norfolk's best kept secrets and home to a few fortunate residents.

Predominately managed by the National Trust, the village features a cluster of individual period homes that flank the River Bure which winds its way gently through idyllic countryside.

Meadowsweet is nestled within a pretty terrace row and, thanks to a meticulously managed renovation project by the present owners, it now showcases highly refined accommodation that is both effortlessly stylish and elegant.

Approached from the rear via a wonderful garden, the cottage features a beautifully appointed kitchen with cabinets crafted from manor house pantry furniture, exposed brick walls and limestone floors.

A charming sitting room features a mixture of exposed beams, limestone floors, panelled walls and a wood burner. A luxurious, yet elegant bathroom, is embellished with a slipper-style roll top bath, high flush WC and handmade furniture to create a wonderful space to soak and relax.

Upstairs there are two individual bedrooms, each with their own strong identity, including features such as stripped and painted floor-boards and exposed brick chimney stacks.

The quality continues on the outside with a wonderful garden at the rear. A sunken sun terrace enjoys a sunny south easterly aspect with steps rising to a lawned area. Waves of colour flow gently through the garden via well-stocked flowering beds which provide not only an aesthetically pleasing environment, but also a habitat for the vibrant local wildlife. A small, period building provides useful storage and doubles as a utility room. Off the garden, to one side, is private parking for two cars.

Something which really sets Meadowsweet apart, and makes it so special, is that it also comes with an enchanting parcel of land which runs alongside the River Bure.

Set over the road, and solely allocated to the cottage on an annual license from the National Trust, this unique piece of land provides a wonderful space to enjoy. Blessed with around 46 metres of river frontage the land measures around 0.13 acres (stms) and features a timber-framed summer house, private jetty, greenhouse, kitchen garden and pathways cut through grassy meadow. This special area boasts a unique and diverse habitat that is home to otters, a variety of insects and birds - plus the occasional visit from a king fisher.

For the opportunity to create your very own Tales of the Riverbank, and to fully appreciate the lifestyle this special cottage can offer, we highly recommend a viewing. 

INGWORTH A small village with the river Bure running through it's centre, Ingworth is located only two miles from Aylsham.

A thriving market town situated in the heart of Norfolk and surround by beautiful countryside. Aylsham offers a wide variety of facilities including butchers, bakers, doctors surgery, chemist, public houses and two supermarkets, there is also a little market held in the market place every Monday.

Situated only a few miles from the beautiful North Norfolk coast, an area of outstanding natural beauty with its miles of uninterrupted beaches and bird and nature reserves.

The cathedral city of Norwich is also a short drive away with access to all major rail links and Norwich international airport.

The ancient city of Norwich has been home to writers, radicals and fiercely independent spirits for over a thousand years, and today continues in its legacy as an enclave of culture and creativity. It's perfectly preserved medieval streets are home to a thriving community of small businesses, a vibrant food scene and an established arts culture. It is also a gateway to a county that continues to inspire people with its unspoilt landscapes, open spaces and big skies.

Named as one of the best places to live in 2021, Norwich lies approximately 20 miles from the coast at the confluence of the River Yare and the River Wensum, the latter still bending its way through the heart of the city. In the 11th Century, Norwich was the second largest city in the country, and today is still the UK's most complete medieval city. Strolling through the historic cobbled streets of Elm Hill, whatever the season, the Tudor architecture retains its character and beauty. Laced with merchant's houses, thatching, individual homes, speciality shops and small cafes, you'll be led toward the 1,000-year-old Norwich Cathedral. 

SERVICES CONNECTED Mains water, electricity and drainage. Oil fired heating. 

COUNCIL TAX Band B. 

ENERGY EFFICIENCY RATING To be confirmed.
To retrieve the Energy Performance Certificate for this property please visit and enter in the reference number above. Alternatively, the full certificate can be obtained through Sowerbys. 

TENURE Leasehold of 93 years with National Trust. 

PROPERTY REFERENCE 39218.

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