Guide Price: £400,000-£425,000. Set on a generous plot in this scenic Norfolk village, this spacious bungalow offers immense potential to extend or renovate (stpp) and create your perfect home. Featuring a bright, flexible garden room, a large L-shaped sitting area, two double bedrooms, including one with an en-suite/WC, and a well-equipped kitchen with a Rangemaster oven, this property combines comfort with practicality. Outside, enjoy a beautifully maintained private garden, ample off-road parking, and a double garage. Don’t miss this chance to embrace peaceful village living with plenty of room to grow.

Location

Ashby St. Mary is a rural village positioned in the heart of South Norfolk, approximately 6 miles southeast of the historic city of Norwich. The nearby market town of Loddon, about 2 miles to the south, offers a range of shops, supermarkets, cafes, and essential services, making it a convenient hub for daily needs. With its neighbouring village Chedgrave, set along the scenic River Chet. The broader area is enriched by the characterful market towns of Beccles and Bungay, both just a short drive away. These towns provide additional shopping, dining, leisure, and cultural opportunities, and sit close to the beautiful landscapes of the Southern Broads.

Ashby St. Mary itself is predominantly residential and agricultural, residents benefit from close proximity to schools such as Loddon Primary School and Hobart High School in Loddon, as well as healthcare facilities including Loddon Health Centre and further specialist services in Norwich.

Transport links are accessible via the A146, which connects Norwich to Lowestoft, providing straightforward road travel; regular bus services run between Norwich and Loddon, ensuring public transport access for commuting and leisure. For nature lovers and boating enthusiasts, the nearby Norfolk Broads, particularly the areas around Loddon and the River Chet, offer extensive waterways, walking paths, and wildlife watching opportunities. The Broads National Park is a short drive away, providing a scenic escape with its unique wetland habitats and recreational activities such as sailing, fishing, and cycling.

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Step inside through a welcoming entrance hall that leads seamlessly to a spacious, L-shaped sitting room. This inviting space is perfect for both relaxing family evenings and entertaining guests, bathed in natural light and designed to maximize comfort.

Adjacent to the sitting room is a bright and airy garden room, beautifully framed by a vaulted ceiling. This flexible space offers versatility to serve as a home office, an additional reception room, or a formal dining area, adapting perfectly to your lifestyle needs.

The kitchen/dining room is well-appointed with a comprehensive range of cabinetry and features a high-quality Rangemaster oven. Ample under-counter space is thoughtfully provided for appliances, along with generous storage options, making it both functional and stylish for everyday cooking and dining.

Accommodation comprises two spacious double bedrooms. The principal bedroom benefits from built-in wardrobes, providing excellent storage, while the second bedroom enjoys the convenience of a private en-suite WC, adding an extra layer of comfort and privacy. The family bathroom is generously sized and includes a four-piece suite, designed to meet the needs of modern family living.

Externally, the property offers an expansive and private garden, meticulously maintained with a laid-to-lawn, a charming patio perfect for outdoor dining and entertaining, well-planted flower beds, and a delightful summerhouse. A large driveway offers ample off-road parking, complemented by a double garage that provides further storage solutions or workshop space, with a boarded and insulated loft. The garage has the potential to be converted into additional accommodation (stpp).

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