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House for sale
North Norfolk, Happisburgh
1.023.991 €
Listed Apr 10, 2026
About this listing
Church Farmhouse is a colour washed, 18th Century Grade II Listed farmhouse with a southern aspect and constructed of brick and flint over two storeys. The roof comprises a Norfolk reed thatch which was renewed 7 years ago. Part of the building originates from the early 1700’s. The house has a homely atmosphere having been in the same family for 31 years. The principal reception rooms are well proportioned, have a southern aspect and have retained many of the original features including brick and pamment floors, exposed ceiling timbers, open fireplaces, sash windows with shutters and window seats. The accommodation is ideally suited for family use, with six generous bedrooms, a family bathroom and shower room. Across the courtyard is a magnificent brick and flint barn with toilet facilities under a tiled roof, extending to circa 124m², ideal for use as a studio, recreational purposes (has planning consent for an indoor swimming pool), storage or other uses subject to relevant consents. The property has a fascinating history having been visited for holidays by Sir Henry Moore, Dame Barbara Hepworth and Ben Nicholson who were the leading British abstract artists and modernist sculptors in the pre and post war era. The tranquility and creative environment were said to be inspirational to their work and where Moore’s meteoric trajectory into the modernist art world began. The farmhouse was also the venue for a day’s filming of Fake or Fortune. The principal reception room has a double aspect with views across to Happisburgh Church and an open fireplace. The dining room has a large original brick fireplace and cast iron grate (not currently used), whilst the kitchen is located in the oldest wing leading through to a vaulted family playroom or office and a utility room and store. Outside, is a front and side lawned garden with flower and shrub beds enclosed by a flint wall, whilst to the west side is a private courtyard garden with further shrub beds. There is an extensive parking area which once formed part of the main farmyard. Agents Note The Barn forms part of the original farm complex, part of which the vendors converted into holiday cottages; two of which are being retained.A fine Grade II Listed, attached farmhouse with a southern aspect, dating from early C18. Large traditional barn for recreational use, storage or other uses subject to the relevant consents.
Leaving Norwich in an easterly direction on the A1151 Wroxham Road, pass through Wroxham and continue through Beeston St Lawrence and over Wayford Bridge towards Stalham on the A149. Take the next left into Stepping Stone Lane and at the T-junction, turn left onto the B1159 (signposted Walcott and Bacton). After approximately 3 miles, at the crossroads, turn right, signposted to Happisburgh (ensure you avoid earlier right-hand turns marked for the village). Follow this road (North Walsham Road) towards the village and turn left into Blacksmiths Lane at the sharp right-hand bend, Church Farmhouse will be found on the left hand side, with parking in front of the traditional flint and brick barn.Show more
What's included
Garden
Parking
Key Stats
Bedrooms6
Bathrooms2
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MunicipalityNorth Norfolk