Staithe RoadBarton Turf, Norwich, Norfolk, NR12 8AZ

Staithe House has the endearing accolade of having been in the same family, and therefore never sold on the open market, since 1790. For the past 235 years the family have had custodianship of what was originally 3 cottages, during which they contributed to local life including as coal merchants, and latterly as boat builders. The house itself was one of the last beerhouses in the area, with the strict rule of no beer to be consumed on the premises. Patrons therefore were passed the beer through a ‘hole in the wall', to then sit beside the house, but outside the boundary, and relax looking out over the water.

A pretty cottage, set on the edge of Barton Staithe and being the last house before you reach the water, it is a landmark for those that live locally and visit the area. This wonderful position, with such quick access to the water, makes this a brilliant lifestyle opportunity.

The opportunity also lies within the house. Whilst the external presentation does not suggest it, with modernised windows and relatively recent repainting of the entire house, the interiors of Staithe House are now at a point of requiring an overhaul. The house is not listed, so there are no restrictions for the next custodians, with the tantalising prospect of perhaps reinstating old window openings that face the broad, or to consider extending into the traditional outbuildings directly behind, which total just over 1000 sq ft. The house enjoys good natural light with the south facing position.


Gardens and grounds
Staithe House has a lovely balance of house and outside space. The house is set back from the road, and away from the only neighbour to the west, therefore affording plenty of natural light into the grounds with a predominantly south to west aspect, with an open feel in a village setting.

The gardens are bordered by hedging and old brick walls, with a picket fence opening to a path leading up to a brick porch at the front of the house. The gardens are mainly laid to lawn, having previously been used as a productive kitchen garden. There are paths leading to areas of the garden, flower beds, an old well, all providing charm, including a particularly fine old oak tree in one corner.

There are plenty of outbuildings within the gardens, of various ages and condition. Behind the house is a row of traditional brick and pantile outbuildings, with one housing an original fireplace with bread oven and old copper. We refer you to the floor plans to provide dimensions and layouts. In the far corner of the garden is a garage, directly accessed from the highway which could be remodelled and/or resighted to allow for further parking.

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