Guide Price £550,000 - £575,000. A beautiful home with over 2,400 sqft of expansive living spaces and family living in mind, this thoughtfully extended property on Beechbank Drive offers a rare combination of style, space, and versatility. Set on a generous plot in a sought-after cul-de-sac, the home features multiple reception areas, a striking sun room, and a premium German-manufactured kitchen built for everyday use and entertaining. With five adaptable bedrooms, including the potential for a ground-floor office or annexe conversion, the layout caters comfortably to growing or multi-generational families. Upstairs, four double bedrooms and sleek bathroom suites offer a refined environment, all finished with high-quality materials. Outside, mature, fruit tree-filled gardens, ample parking and a peaceful setting complete the appeal of this truly exceptional home.

The Location

Thorpe End is a charming village in Norfolk, located just 5.9 miles from Wroxham. Positioned to the northeast of Norwich, the village enjoys excellent road connections, allowing easy access to the city while maintaining a peaceful, leafy atmosphere. Just a few minutes from the surrounding countryside and only 4.5 miles to Salhouse Broads—where the vendors frequently enjoy walks—Thorpe End offers the best of both worlds: quiet rural living with the essentials of city life, including supermarkets like Sainsbury’s, within a short drive.

The village centre, framed by mature chestnut trees, provides a picturesque focal point. Independent shops and local amenities create a welcoming community vibe, with everything within easy reach. A standout feature is the beautifully restored Grade II listed building, now home to a characterful pub—a popular destination for relaxed weekend dining and drinks. Thorpe End is also well-positioned with a park nearby, ideal for outdoor activities and its cul-de-sac location adds to the sense of privacy and safety.

The village hosts a vibrant community spirit throughout the year, with events such as the annual “Thorpe in Bloom” competition in the summer. This encourages residents to decorate their homes with vibrant floral displays, transforming the village into a colourful showcase of creativity and pride. Norwich Train Station is just 10 minutes away, ensuring easy access to the city and beyond. With its peaceful setting, modern conveniences, and sense of community, Thorpe End is a place where scenic beauty and a safe, private environment come together.

Beechbank Drive, Thorpe End

Positioned in one of the most exclusive plots, this immaculate detached home brings together refined finishes with thoughtful design. Upgraded throughout, it offers adaptable living across generous proportions—ideal for growing families or multi-generational living. Set back from the cul-de-sac with a private drive and enveloped by mature landscaping, this home presents privacy and polish in equal measure.

Step inside to a welcoming layout with spaces that evolve with your needs. A fifth bedroom or home office and ground-floor W.C. provide immediate functionality. The living room flows into the rear dining space via folding doors. The vendors use the larger space as a dining room as they regularly host lots of guests, giving the option to open things up for social occasions or keep them separate for everyday comfort. A standout feature is the stylish sunroom, which, completed in 2018, acts as both a year-round setting and a natural heating system, with underfloor electric heating. With glazed outlooks over the garden, it feels as though you're immersed in nature, soaking up the light and surroundings at any time of year.

The show-stopper kitchen is a premium German-manufacture. It is fitted with clever, space-saving solutions including all pull-out drawers - no need to bend, all comes to you and roller-fronted appliance cupboards designed to hide the appliances. Those who love to cook will appreciate the five-burner Neff gas hob and Samsung pyrolyticly self-cleaning oven. There is ample prep space, all topped with gleaming quartz worktops. The economy oven is a highlight for busy cooks, while the casual dining area offers scenic views out to the garden, making every mealtime an experience.

Off the kitchen, the walk-in pantry and sleek utility room enhance day-to-day practicality. Combined with the integral garage, this wing of the house lends itself to possible annexe conversion, subject to permissions. Additional features like the alarm system and fibre optic broadband ensure convenience, security, and modern connectivity.

Upstairs, the generous landing opens to four full double bedrooms, each with quality flooring and solid oak doors throughout. The principal bedroom features its own ensuite bathroom, while the remaining rooms are served by a smartly finished family shower room. Built-in storage across both floors ensures clutter-free living without compromise.

The rear garden is an absolute highlight—a beautifully planted, sun-soaked Mediterranean-inspired outdoor space. The hard landscaping can be perfect spaces for children to play with hidden parts for daily adventures equally, for adults there is extra comfort under a secluded pergola with the well positioned patio areas for hosting. Designed with plants planted closely together to avoid weed growth, it offers both visual appeal and functionality.

Specimen hydrangeas, cherry trees, a plum tree, a peach tree and two apple trees create a vibrant, seasonal display, while three olive trees and a jasmine plant under the kitchen window add fragrance and charm. The vendors enjoy copious amounts of raspberries that surround the raised vegetable plot, which is fully enclosed to provide complete privacy. Whether you're a keen gardener or simply love to dine outside, this area offers the ideal setting for both relaxation and outdoor living.

At the front, the landscaped garden and private driveway lead to the integral garage, giving multiple off-road parking options in an area that feels both peaceful and exclusive.

Agents Note

Sold Freehold

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