West Runton home with sea views and 12 acres for sale at £1.65 million |
Heath Cottage is elevated close to one of the highest points in North Norfolk and occupies a private plot within more than 200 acres of National Trust woodland.
Selling agent Sowerbys said: “Originally dating from the 1930s and comprehensively reimagined, the house has been transformed into a refined contemporary home, where considered design and high-quality materials sit comfortably alongside its original character.”
The property is surrounded by National Trust woodland (Image: Sowerbys)
The entrance hall leads into an open-plan ‘great room’ which includes the kitchen, dining and sitting areas.
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Floor-to-ceiling triple-glazed windows and sliding doors – all fitted with integral blinds and fly screens – provide views of the surrounding woodland and towards the sea.
The 'great room' on the ground floor (Image: Sowerbys)
The kitchen includes granite worktops sourced as a single block from Verona, with the main sink carved into the surface.
Travertine marble flooring from Florence continues through the space, combined with a four-oven gas AGA and integrated appliances including a Sub Zero fridge and double-drawer dishwasher.
A utility room adjoins the kitchen and leads to a WC through a stained-glass door.
The kitchen (Image: Sowerbys)
The utility room (Image: Sowerbys)
The master bedroom is on the ground floor, featuring a dressing room and an en-suite bathroom.
Three further bedrooms are located upstairs, including one with a dressing area, all served by a stylish shower room.
The master bedroom is on the ground floor (Image: Sowerbys)
There are three further bedrooms upstairs (Image: Sowerbys)
There is also a study on the first floor, while hydronic underfloor heating runs throughout the whole property.
The shower room (Image: Sowerbys)
The first-floor study (Image: Sowerbys)
Outside, the grounds measure around 12 acres (subject to measured survey), with a long driveway winding through greenery before reaching the house.
The main gardens feature gently sloping lawns and established planting that includes rhododendrons and azaleas.
The grounds extend to around 12 acres (Image: Sowerbys)
Beyond this, pathways continue through woodland and open spaces.
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Sowerbys added: “A particularly special feature is the bluebell woodland clearing, offering a peaceful and atmospheric setting beneath a canopy of trees.”
There are wooded areas beyond the main gardens (Image: Sowerbys)
There are various seating areas throughout the gardens, positioned to make the most of both the sunlight and far-reaching views.
The plot also contains garaging, outbuildings, a boules court, a gazebo and a shepherd’s hut.
Additional features include a shepherd's hut (Image: Sowerbys)
West Runton is located between the coastal resorts of Cromer and Sheringham.
The village has a railway station with services to Norwich, along with a pub, restaurants, a post office, an independent school and village store.
There is also a links golf course and walks through the National Trust woodland.
For more information, contact Sowerbys.
Heath Cottage, West Runton Guide price: £1,650,000 Sowerbys, 01263 710777 sowerbys.com