Summary - OAK LODGE, NORWICH ROAD NR16 1ES
4 bed 3 bath Detached
Spacious period family house with near-acre gardens and income-generating solar panels.
4 bedrooms and three bathrooms across spacious family-friendly layout
Almost one acre of landscaped grounds with five distinct garden areas
Solar panels (2011) generating about £2,500/year FiT income
Large garage/workshop with observatory; enclosed carport for extra parking
EPC rating F; oil-fired boiler and radiators — energy improvements advised
Solid brick walls likely uninsulated; insulation work may be required
Septic tank on site — compliance unknown, buyer to verify
Very slow broadband and limited mobile signal in places
Oak Lodge is a grand family home set on just under an acre of landscaped grounds in the quiet village of Ashwellthorpe. The house offers generous living space across four bedrooms and multiple reception rooms, including a conservatory and a reading room with views over the rear garden. A substantial garage/workshop with an observatory and an enclosed carport add practical, flexible space for hobbies and storage.
The gardens are a standout feature — at least five distinct planted areas, a self-watering greenhouse, koi carp tanks and sheltered seating provide seasonal interest and privacy. Solar panels (installed 2011) produce an income of about £2,500 per year, helping reduce running costs while the plot’s field views underline the rural setting.
Buyers should note a few practical matters: the EPC rating is F, heating is oil-fired via boiler and radiators, the house has solid brick walls with assumed no insulation, and broadband speed is reported as very slow. There is a septic tank on site; prospective purchasers should verify compliance and connections. The property is offered chain free, making a quicker purchase possible for those moving efficiently.
This home will suit families seeking space, outdoor lifestyle and character in a peaceful, well-placed countryside location close to Wymondham, Attleborough and Diss. It offers immediate liveability with clear potential to upgrade energy performance and digital connectivity to match modern expectations.
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