ELEGANT GEORGIAN HOME SET IN AN ELEVATED TRANQUIL POSITION HIGH HOUSE THORPE ST. ANDREW, NORWICH, NORFOLK, NR7 0EZ

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1 ELEGANT GEORGIAN HOME SET IN AN ELEVATED TRANQUIL POSITION HIGH HOUSE THORPE ST. ANDREW, NORWICH, NORFOLK, NR7 0EZ

2 PART OF A LARGE COUNTRY HOUSE WITH A WONDERFUL FEELING OF PRIVACY AND SECLUSION CLOSE TO NORWICH HIGH HOUSE 36 SOUTH AVENUE, THORPE ST ANDREW Ground floor: Entrance porch kitchen/dining room drawing room boot room bedroom shower room verandah Basement: Wine cellar family room/study First floor: Main bedroom suite with walk-in wardrobe and bath/shower room bedroom with en-suite bathroom bedroom with en-suite shower room laundry room Outside: Triple garage with office/gym above terrace mature parkland-like gardens in all acres (est) Norwich train station: 1.9 miles, Norwich city centre: 2.9 miles. The Property High House originally consisted of a large estate on the eastern outskirts of Norwich. There is little evidence as to the original date of construction but the house is believed to be circa 1810 and Georgian with Regency influences and later additions. The house was divided into three properties during the 1930s and this eastern end has only had two owners since In addition to the main house, the servants wing at the rear of the property was also converted. Various families have lived at High House throughout its history including one well known banking family, the Birkbecks, who we understand lived there in the 1800s. High House No4 is at the far southeast end of the building and is approached via a large, communal gravelled area which leads to its garage, private driveway and main entrance. The property has a beautiful façade on the south side overlooking the parkland setting. The drawing room, and main bedroom above, have a fine bay, high ceilings and period detail including working shutters. Both these rooms overlook the woodland and lawn on the east and south side. The current owners purchased the property in 2003 and undertook a lengthy total re-model and renovation programme. Great care and sympathy was taken to maintain the character and many period details.

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4 Major works undertaken included making the cellar full height (now part wine cellar and adjoining family room/study). A new heating system was installed with underfloor heating to many rooms including the kitchen and all bathrooms. The plumbing and wiring systems were also renewed. The kitchen/dining extension was added with door leading out onto the east side. An area was in-filled double height to create a boot room and an en-suite shower room to the bedroom above. Original windows at the front of the property were restored and the new windows added elsewhere are sealed double-glazed units. In addition to the renovations above, a three car garage with electric doors was constructed at the entrance to the private driveway sympathetic to the setting. There is a fully functioning alarm system. We draw your attention to the floor plans for a full explanation as to how the flexible accommodation is arranged. Outside The triple garage is on the left hand side of the driveway and has external steps leading to an office/gym above. The driveway provides a large, gravelled, parking area for several cars leading to the main entrance of the house. On the east side, the garden slopes steeply away leading to the boundaries of Thunder Lane via a substantial wooded area with a variety of fine trees, shrubs and plants. This leads to a walled garden with pedestrian gate to Thunder Lane and a further natural/wild area beyond. The wide path around the east side of the house leads to the formal garden on the south side. It has a large gravelled and sandstone terrace with steps leading to a lawned garden with a wealth of mature trees, shrubs and plants, giving a parkland-like feel. The south entrance to the house is approached via the original veranda providing a delightful seating area to enjoy the gardens and sun. Situation High House is situated in an elevated position at the very top of South Avenue in the ever popular residential area of Thorpe St. Andrew. It enjoys a wooded, secure and secluded location just under 3 miles from the city centre. Norwich train station is nearby offering a regular service to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street. The property is within easy access to the A47 Norwich Southern Bypass. At the bottom of South Avenue there is a popular café and the attractive River Green with its grassed seating area overlooking the River Yare, as well as public houses and St Andrew s Church. The pedestrian Thorpe Ferry crossing can be taken to Whitlingham County Park. There are further shops including a large Sainbury s supermarket within a mile and good schools nearby in both the private and state sectors.

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6 Agent's Notes 1. There are shared rights of way over the unadopted driveway and gravel courtyard serving the three main houses and others. 2. A pedestrian right of way is in place along the far south boundary providing access along a footpath for the three main houses to access South Avenue. Directions Leave Norwich via Thorpe Road which after about a mile becomes Yarmouth Road. Upon reaching the River Green after Thorpe St. Andrew Church on the left, take the next left into South Avenue. Proceed up South Avenue and as the road continues into a private unadopted road, proceed to the top and across the gravelled courtyard. At the far end of the courtyard, the entrance will be found straight ahead. The postcode for the property is NR7 0EZ. Services Mains water, electricity, gas and drainage. Local Authority Broadland District Council: Band D. Fixtures & Fittings All fixtures and fittings including fitted carpets and curtains are specifically excluded from the sale, but may be available in addition, subject to separate negotiation. Viewings Strictly by appointment with Savills.

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8 Main House gross internal area = 3,451 sq ft / 321 sq m Garage gross internal area = 509 sq ft / 47 sq m Office gross internal area = 107 sq ft / 10 sq m Total gross internal area = 4,067 sq ft / 378 sq m Veranda Drawing Room 8.70 x '7" x 17'11" F/P Bedroom x '11" x 18'5" Walk-In Wardrobe Triple Garage x '10" x 17'9" Gym/Office 5.39 x '8" x 8'5" Sky Sky Boot Room Laundry Room Room Above Garage Dining Room 6.62 x '9" x 11'9" Bedroom x '0" x 11'11" Bedroom x '1" x 11'7" Bedroom x '0" x 12'0" Kitchen 5.11 x '9" x 9'11" First Floor Wine Cellar 5.44 x '10" x 13'0" Family Room/Study 5.25 x '3" x 15'2" Ground Floor Basement Savills Norwich norwich@savills.com savills.co.uk FOR ILLUSTRATIVE PURPOSES ONLY - NOT TO SCALE The position & size of doors, windows, appliances and other features are approximate only. Denotes restricted head height ehouse. Unauthorised reproduction prohibited. Drawing ref. dig/ /dkf Savills, their clients and any joint agents give notice that: 1. They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, images and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Savills have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise EM