A unique opportunity to own a former Victorian railway station converted into an exceptional family home has come up for sale in Coltishall, near Wroxham.
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The Old Railway Station is for sale at a guide price of £600,000. It first opened in 1880 and contains nods to its history throughout, including original doors, signage, high ceilings and a garden room that mirrors a long, traditional train platform. It sits along Norfolk's longest narrow-gauge railway – the Bure Valley Railway, which runs between Aylsham and Wroxham.
In recent years, it has been run as a successful B&B and the current owners have continually enhanced and upgraded the home to create a blend of traditional style and modern sophistication.
Minors & Brady, selling the property, said: “With its exceptional farmhouse-style kitchen, original features and stunning garden room, this property is sure to captivate those seeking a unique and stylish residence in a picturesque village setting.”
On entering the property, you are welcomed into the kitchen, which is fitted with stylish, farmhouse-style units and high-quality appliances including a Rangemaster oven with a unique, hexagonal surround and splashback.
From here, the dining room is a cosy and relaxing space with an adjoining utility room providing extra storage and space for appliances under counters.
At the heart of The Old Railway Station is the spacious and light-filled sitting room with high ceilings, tall interior and exterior windows and a traditional fireplace.
Large arched double doors in this room open into a lovely garden room, which still feels reminiscent of a traditional train platform and benefits from floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the exterior and the Bure Valley Railway.
There is also a snug off the entrance hall which could be adapted for other uses and a convenient ground-floor bedroom and bathroom off the sitting room and garden room respectively, adding even more versatility to the space.
On the first floor there are three bright and airy bedrooms, each of a generous size and with its own en suite. There is also a WC off the landing.
Externally, The Old Railway Station enjoys spacious grounds split into three distinct areas. At the front, next to the large driveway with space for several vehicles, is a landscaped area of lawn, while a more private enclosed garden is located at the side of the property. Finally the rear patio, accessible from the garden room, overlooks the scenic route of the historic Bure Valley Railway.
Coltishall is a charming village on the banks of the River Bure and is part of the National Broads Park, whilst still being within easy reach of all of the amenities in Norwich’s city centre.
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The village itself has a rich heritage and is home to a range of shops, cafes and public houses. Wroxham is under 10 minutes away by car and Norwich is under half an hour.
For more information, please contact Minors & Brady.
PROPERTY FACTS
The Old Railway Station, Coltishall
Guide price: £600,000
Minors & Brady, 01603 783088
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