MapGuide price
£775,0005 bedroom cottage for sale
Walsingham
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Cottage
5 beds
2 baths
1,646 sq ft / 153 sq m
EPC rating: E
Key information
Features and description
- Grade II Listed Period Property
- Lovely Village Location
- Five Bedrooms in Total
- Versatile Accommodation
- Stylish Interiors Throughout
- Garage and Ample Parking
- Annexe
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Dating back to the 1600s, St Francis Cottage is steeped in history. Once a convent and later a welcoming haven for pilgrims, the property still holds subtle nods to its rich heritage.
In recent years, the cottage has been thoughtfully transformed into a warm and inviting home, retaining its charming period features. The main house boasts a variety of reception rooms adorned with exposed beams, a wood-burning stove, stunning herringbone flooring, and elegant wooden sash windows. The dining room is a particular highlight, featuring a quirky original food cupboard decorated by hand with an ornate border, making it the focal point of the room.
Upstairs, the first floor offers three spacious double bedrooms, all serviced by the main bathroom, which includes an original blocked-up arch window-a unique nod to the property's past.
The current owners describe life at St Francis Cottage as peaceful and tranquil. Tucked away off the main high street, the property is just a stone's throw from the vibrant lifestyle of the village, yet it offers a sense of seclusion. Ideally located near local towns and the Norfolk coastline, this home provides the perfect opportunity for a lifestyle change.
The gardens have been meticulously landscaped. The front garden is a formal space, mainly laid to lawn, complemented by a patio area. The rear garden, designed with sandstone paving and bordered by raised beds, also provides off-street parking for two cars as well as access to the garage.
In addition to the main house, the property includes a self-contained two-bedroom annexe. With an impressive brick-and-flint façade overlooking the front garden, the annexe offers cosy and practical accommodation. This inviting space is ideal for hosting family and friends or could serve as a rental opportunity, whether for short- or long-term stays. Its versatility is truly endless.
Beautifully presented, St Francis Cottage is a historic treasure situated in a highly desirable village. With its blend of history, charm, and modern convenience, this property offers a unique opportunity to embrace a new way of life.
WALSINGHAM The pretty village of Walsingham attracts pilgrims, artists, birdwatchers and those seeking a slower pace of life.
The village has many fine period cottages, offers good local shopping including a vibrant farm shop, high end wine shop and bar, a good pub and a primary school. It is well known throughout the country as a religious centre with pilgrimages to the Anglian Shrine and Slipper Chapel at nearby Houghton St Giles.
Nearby is wonderful Wells! With its sandy beach and pretty candy-striped huts, it's easy to understand why this sleepy coastal town is a Mecca for day trippers and holiday makers, but there are plenty of reasons to make Wells-next-the-Sea your permanent home and explore this sweet spot forever.
There are plenty of ways to explore the waterways that surround the area. For a nautical adventure, jump aboard one of the Coastal Exploration Company's traditional wooden sailing boats and adventure hidden creeks, marshes and open sea. Or test your balance with a stand-up paddle boarding session with Barefoot SUP.
The lanes behind the harbour and surrounding the town have plenty of tucked-away fishermen's cottages which are highly sought after, as are apartments with sea views in the converted buildings overlooking the harbour. Head out of the town centre to discover plenty of spacious, grand houses along with fantastic new-build developments which are ideal for young families and downsizers alike. With a bustling community, the town is well-serviced with a primary and secondary schools, plus a GP surgery and library.
SERVICES CONNECTED Mains water, electricity and drainage. Oil fired central heating.
COUNCIL TAX Main House: Band D.
Annexe: Band A.
ENERGY EFFICIENCY RATING E. Ref:-2497-3910-7200-6899-6200
To retrieve the Energy Performance Certificate for this property please visit and enter in the reference number above. Alternatively, the full certificate can be obtained through Sowerbys.
TENURE Freehold.
LOCATION What3words: ///madder.headsets.users
PROPERTY REFERENCE 48089
WEBSITE TAGS cosy-cottages
village-spirit
room-to-roam
family-life
historical-homes
In recent years, the cottage has been thoughtfully transformed into a warm and inviting home, retaining its charming period features. The main house boasts a variety of reception rooms adorned with exposed beams, a wood-burning stove, stunning herringbone flooring, and elegant wooden sash windows. The dining room is a particular highlight, featuring a quirky original food cupboard decorated by hand with an ornate border, making it the focal point of the room.
Upstairs, the first floor offers three spacious double bedrooms, all serviced by the main bathroom, which includes an original blocked-up arch window-a unique nod to the property's past.
The current owners describe life at St Francis Cottage as peaceful and tranquil. Tucked away off the main high street, the property is just a stone's throw from the vibrant lifestyle of the village, yet it offers a sense of seclusion. Ideally located near local towns and the Norfolk coastline, this home provides the perfect opportunity for a lifestyle change.
The gardens have been meticulously landscaped. The front garden is a formal space, mainly laid to lawn, complemented by a patio area. The rear garden, designed with sandstone paving and bordered by raised beds, also provides off-street parking for two cars as well as access to the garage.
In addition to the main house, the property includes a self-contained two-bedroom annexe. With an impressive brick-and-flint façade overlooking the front garden, the annexe offers cosy and practical accommodation. This inviting space is ideal for hosting family and friends or could serve as a rental opportunity, whether for short- or long-term stays. Its versatility is truly endless.
Beautifully presented, St Francis Cottage is a historic treasure situated in a highly desirable village. With its blend of history, charm, and modern convenience, this property offers a unique opportunity to embrace a new way of life.
WALSINGHAM The pretty village of Walsingham attracts pilgrims, artists, birdwatchers and those seeking a slower pace of life.
The village has many fine period cottages, offers good local shopping including a vibrant farm shop, high end wine shop and bar, a good pub and a primary school. It is well known throughout the country as a religious centre with pilgrimages to the Anglian Shrine and Slipper Chapel at nearby Houghton St Giles.
Nearby is wonderful Wells! With its sandy beach and pretty candy-striped huts, it's easy to understand why this sleepy coastal town is a Mecca for day trippers and holiday makers, but there are plenty of reasons to make Wells-next-the-Sea your permanent home and explore this sweet spot forever.
There are plenty of ways to explore the waterways that surround the area. For a nautical adventure, jump aboard one of the Coastal Exploration Company's traditional wooden sailing boats and adventure hidden creeks, marshes and open sea. Or test your balance with a stand-up paddle boarding session with Barefoot SUP.
The lanes behind the harbour and surrounding the town have plenty of tucked-away fishermen's cottages which are highly sought after, as are apartments with sea views in the converted buildings overlooking the harbour. Head out of the town centre to discover plenty of spacious, grand houses along with fantastic new-build developments which are ideal for young families and downsizers alike. With a bustling community, the town is well-serviced with a primary and secondary schools, plus a GP surgery and library.
SERVICES CONNECTED Mains water, electricity and drainage. Oil fired central heating.
COUNCIL TAX Main House: Band D.
Annexe: Band A.
ENERGY EFFICIENCY RATING E. Ref:-2497-3910-7200-6899-6200
To retrieve the Energy Performance Certificate for this property please visit and enter in the reference number above. Alternatively, the full certificate can be obtained through Sowerbys.
TENURE Freehold.
LOCATION What3words: ///madder.headsets.users
PROPERTY REFERENCE 48089
WEBSITE TAGS cosy-cottages
village-spirit
room-to-roam
family-life
historical-homes
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