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South Lodge, Rackheath, Norwich, Norfolk

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Summary
Looking for a lifestyle change, then look no further. South Lodge is a charming 5 bedroom home offering new with old features dating back to 1854. The present owners have a thriving '3 star' self catering holiday business running from poolside and woodside lodges set in delightful grounds, close to the Norfolk Broads and Norwich City Centre. YOUR DREAM CAN BECOME REALITY
 
The Property    
SOUTH LODGE, Rackheath, Norwich
 
General Description    
Looking for a lifestyle change, then look no further, South Lodge is a charming home, with historical and architectural importance. It was originally one of Racheath Hall's estate cottages, built around 1854 and traditionally housed the game keepers to the hall, one such game keeper bought the freehold from the former owner of hall. This home has a wealth of original features including Gothic arched windows, original oak Gothic arched front door, beams, pament tiles oak latched doors, solid oak staircase and much much more. South Lodge offers plenty of accommodation including five bedrooms, en-suite bathroom, family bathroom and shower room, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, laundry room and sun room. The present owner have a thriving '3 star' holiday business operating from two white brick lodges, which they had built in 2001, bringing charm of old and new together. The complex has a play area, heated swimming pool with paved sitting areas for those summer days and evening, complete with stone barbeque and screened gardens. This well establish business is used throughout the year. South Lodge has endless scope for a good life dream, whether it be a home, a bed and breakfast opportunity or holiday lets. All this and close to the Norfolk Broads and Norwich City Centre.
 
Rooms and Dimensions
ACCOMMODATION

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Entrance Porch
Stone entrance porch with Gothic archway and studded oak front door leading to:

Entrance Hall
Dimensions: 13' 0'' x 7' 0'' [3.96 x 2.13 m]
Range of power points, alarm sensor, double radiator, original Norfolk Pannat tile flooring, original oak beams, feature gothic arched window to sitting room, oak staircase, new mahogany half French window doors giving into a small South facing semi-circle sunken area with small patio and well area.


Dining Room
Dimensions: 13' 0'' x 13' 6'' [3.96 x 4.11 m]
Original Gothic arched window, double aspect, orginial oak beams, oak latched door, range of power points, double radiator.


Sitting Room
Dimensions: 13' 0'' x 15' 0'' [3.96 x 4.57 m]
(13' x 15' into recess) Original Gothic arched window double aspect, feature Gothic arched window to hallway, original beams, 2 oak latched doors, fitted floor to ceiling oak cupboard, feature brick and oak fireplace housing wood burner, range of power points, T.V. and digital points.


Kitchen
Dimensions: 13' 2'' x 13' 8'' [4.01 x 4.17 m]
Comprehensive range of units, integral fridge freezer and appliances, phone and fax points, range cooker with cooker hood, built-in dresser to dining area, ceramic quarry tile flooring, back door to garden (with alarm key pad) with reclaimed Regency style wrought iron outer porch, door to sitting room, dual aspect windows, archway leading to;


Outer Kitchen/Laundry Room
Dimensions: 10' 0'' x 13' 0'' [3.05 x 3.96 m]
(10' x 7'4" min 13' max) Heat exchange oil boiler, further range matching wall and base units and broom cupboard, plumbing for washing machine and dryer, double radiator under coat and hat area, feature reclaimed Gothic arched oak and iron window, latched pine door to;


Shower Room
Dimensions: 7' 0'' x 5' 10'' [2.13 x 1.78 m]
Large modern rigid shower unit, basin, LLWC, shaver point, ceramic quarry tiled floor, frosted window, extractor fan, radiator.


Sun Room/Office Area
Dimensions: 8' 8'' x 13' 0'' [2.64 x 3.96 m]
Conservatory style dining double aspect with French doors onto small seating area with steps up to back driveway/garden, screened office, desk area for computer with broadband phone line, two extra phone lines providing business phone and fax lines, range of power points, double radiator


Open Tread Soild Oak Staircase
Leading to;


FIRST FLOOR LANDING
Hatch access to first floor loaft area with fold down steps, two windows, range of power points, double radiator, alarm sensor, shelved airing cupboard housing alarm service box, cottage style latch pine doors throughout to all rooms.


Bedroom 5
Dimensions: 13' 0'' x 13' 2'' [3.96 x 4.01 m]
Double aspect, range of power points, telephone and television points, large triple ash and mirrored wardrobe.


Bedroom 4
Dimensions: 10' 2'' x 7' 0'' [3.1 x 2.13 m]
Range of power points, television point, window, radiator, floor-boarded storage recess over stairwell (3'4" x 2').


Bedroom 3
Dimensions: 10' 0'' x 12' 0'' [3.05 x 3.66 m]
Ramge of power points, television point, window, radiator, chimney breast.


Family Bathroom
Dimensions: 10' 0'' x 5' 0'' [3.05 x 1.52 m]
Bath with hand held shower, basin, feature heated towel rail, shaver point, hatchway to second attic area, frosted window.


Bedroom 2
Dimensions: 9' 8'' x 8' 3'' [2.95 x 2.51 m]
Window, double radiator, range of power points.


Bedroom 1
Dimensions: 13' 0'' x 16' 0'' [3.96 x 4.88 m]
Dual aspect, double radiator, range of power points, phone extension, television point, large triple ash and mirrored wardrobe, door to;


En-suite Bathroom
Dimensions: 10' 0'' x 5' 7'' [3.05 x 1.7 m]
Feature heated towel rail, window, basin, toilet, designer large bath with curved end and curved opening glass shower screen, wall shower with separate taps and comprehensive range of glass shelving, shaver point.


OUTSIDE

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Garden
Gardens on various levels including original well and lawned areas bordered by mature trees and next to forested area


Games Pavilion
Lighting, power points, small snooker table, darts, housing garden games and pool equipment, large stone barbeque, patio area, range of wrought iron and wooden garden tables.


Swimming Pool
Filter, pump, heating, liner, fenced off lockable gates.


Playground Area
Range of equipment on grassed area, plus hard standing for caravan.


Garden Shed


LODGES


Poolside Lodge and Studio
L-Shaped Lounge/Dining/Kitchen - 20'3" max x 20'10" max Bedroom - 10'5" x 9'8" Bedroom - 10'3" x 9'9" Shower Room - 10' x 4' Inner Hallway 2nd Lounge/Bedroom - 14' x 8'7" Kitchen/Dining Room - 10' x 10' Shower Room - 9' x 4' Bedroom - 10'7" x 7'9"


Woodside Lodge
Lounge/Dining/Kitchen - 15'8" x 9' Bedroom - 10'3" x 9' Shower Room - 7'2" x 5' Bedroom - 15'9" x 9'2"

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We bring to prospective purchasers attention that we, as estate agents for the property, have not tested any appliances and purchasers should make their own enquiries of the relevant Authorities regarding the connection and viability of all services. These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate are set out as a general outline only for guidance and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements of representation of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. Franchisees or employees of Christopher Hall Estate Agencies do not have any authority to make or give any representation or warranty in respect of the property. DETAILS NOT YET APPROVED BY VENDOR
 

Tenure Freehold

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