5 Bedroom Detached House

HOUSE

Morton House is an impressive detached modern family home extending to over 3,000 sq ft, including a self-contained annexe, and occupying mature grounds of approximately 0.5 acres. Built in 2003 to a high specification, the property offers versatile accommodation ideally suited to family living, multi-generational occupation or home working. Set well back from the road, it enjoys a private setting with ample parking.

A spacious central reception hall leads to the principal rooms, including a 22ft sitting room with wood-burning stove, playroom, utility room and a study/bedroom five. The heart of the home is the superb 30ft kitchen/dining room, featuring French doors opening onto the rear terrace and gardens, creating an ideal space for everyday living and entertaining.

The first floor offers four bedrooms arranged around a generous landing. The principal suite enjoys views over the rear garden and benefits from a dressing room and en-suite shower room. Bedroom two also has an en-suite shower room, while two further bedrooms are served by a family bathroom.

A lift provides direct access from the sitting room to bedroom two, offering enhanced accessibility. The current owner can arrange its removal if preferred.

The detached annexe, created from a converted garage, comprises an open-plan kitchen/living/dining room with WC and a first-floor bedroom with en-suite shower room, making it ideal for relatives, guests or home working.

The mature gardens and rear terrace provide excellent outdoor space, completing this substantial and highly versatile family home.

OUTSIDE

Occupying a generous plot extending to almost 0.5 acres (stms), Morton House enjoys an enviable position set well back from Fakenham Road, offering both privacy and a strong sense of arrival. Accessed via a private gated entrance, the property is approached over a substantial driveway which provides extensive off-road parking for numerous vehicles, making it ideally suited to modern family living as well as those who regularly entertain guests. Established boundaries and mature planting help to create a secluded setting, while the property's position within the plot allows it to fully benefit from the surrounding outdoor space.

The gardens form a particularly attractive feature of the property, extending predominantly to the side and rear, providing an excellent balance of open lawned areas and established planting. The grounds offer ample space for children to play, outdoor dining, entertaining and gardening enthusiasts alike, while the mature setting creates an attractive backdrop throughout the seasons. A notable feature is the property's rear aspect, where the garden backs directly onto private woodland, providing a wonderful sense of tranquillity, privacy and connection with the surrounding countryside. The woodland backdrop attracts a variety of wildlife and enhances the peaceful atmosphere enjoyed throughout the grounds. Combining generous parking, extensive gardens, a private gated approach and a plot approaching half an acre, the outside space at Morton House represents a rare opportunity to enjoy a secluded rural setting whilst remaining within convenient reach of Norwich and the surrounding market towns.

LOCATION

Morton House enjoys an attractive position within the highly regarded Norfolk village of Morton on the Hill, a charming rural community situated approximately eight miles north-west of Norwich. Surrounded by open countryside and farmland, the village offers a peaceful setting while remaining exceptionally well connected. The A1067 provides direct access to Norwich, making the location particularly appealing for commuters, while the nearby market towns of Reepham, Aylsham and Fakenham offer a wide range of shopping, leisure and everyday amenities. Residents can enjoy the benefits of village life combined with easy access to schools, healthcare facilities, supermarkets and recreational opportunities throughout the surrounding area. The Norfolk Broads, the North Norfolk coast and numerous countryside walks are also within easy reach, providing an abundance of opportunities for outdoor pursuits.

The area is well placed for both business and leisure travel, with Norwich offering an extensive selection of retail, cultural and dining facilities, together with rail services to London Liverpool Street and Norwich International Airport. Morton on the Hill itself is known for its attractive rural character, historic surroundings and welcoming community atmosphere. Nearby villages provide a range of local amenities including public houses, village halls and sporting facilities, while the surrounding countryside offers a picturesque backdrop throughout the seasons. Combining rural tranquillity with excellent accessibility, Morton House is ideally positioned for those seeking a country lifestyle without sacrificing convenience, making it a particularly desirable location for families, professionals and those looking to enjoy the best of Norfolk living.

SERVICES CONNECTED

Oil fired central heating and hot water

Mains electricity

Mains water

Private drainage

Broadband - FTTP

COUNCIL TAX

Local Authority: Broadland, band F

TENURE

Freehold: NK317498

ENERGY PERFORMANCE RATING

Rating C, Ref: 0370-2186-7660-2596-4305

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