Large gardens, planning permission and modern fixtures in peaceful Catfield.
Over 2,800 sq ft of renovated living space
This sensitively restored 19th-century farmhouse offers more than 2,800 sq ft of high-quality family living set in about 0.6 acres (stms) of mature gardens and sweeping countryside views. The home centres on a grand open-plan kitchen, dining and family room with bifold doors to an east-facing patio — a versatile hub for family life and entertaining. Four generous bedrooms include a luxurious principal suite with en-suite and broad outlooks across the grounds.
Practical features have been carefully integrated: NEFF appliances, zoned Nest smart thermostats, a 5kW solar array and an on-site EV charger help reduce running costs. A double carport and a premium garage (electric door, power, water, plumbing) provide substantial storage and hobby space. Full planning permission is in place for dormer windows and an attic conversion, offering straightforward scope to increase living space.
Buyers should note a few material points to consider: the property is heated by an oil-fired boiler (not a community system), broadband speeds are slow, and council tax is described as expensive. The house sits in a rural hamlet with limited immediate services, and an additional 0.8-acre paddock opposite is available only by separate negotiation. The renovation is high-spec, but older walls are cavity as-built (insulation condition assumed), so buyers may wish to review insulation details and running-cost projections.
Overall, this is a substantial, characterful home ideal for families who prioritise space, privacy and countryside living, and who welcome the opportunity to personalise or extend the property further using the granted planning consent.