The Property
The Old Barbers is an end-of-terrace three bedroom period cottage in the picturesque village of Foulsham. The present owners have lovingly refurbished it, maintaining many traditional features such as exposed beams, stripped pine, a woodburning stove, cast iron radiators, and hardwood flooring throughout. There is one car parking space on the driveway, a courtyard area in front of the cottage for al fresco dining in the summer, and two outbuildings with further opportunity to convert (subject to planning). The property is centrally located in the village and is within walking distance of the pub, village shop, and post office and is currently an extremely successful holiday let. Foulsham has a strong community and is within easy access to explore the north Norfolk coastline.
The Old Barbers' accommodation consists of a kitchen and an open plan sitting room/dining room on the ground floor, with three bedrooms and a family bathroom upstairs. The majority of the cottage features exposed wooden floorboards and beams, as well as stripped pine doors and frames, giving it a stylish and homely feel.
The cottage is entered from the side via a porch, which is convenient for leaving coats and wellies. The kitchen is on the left, with the open plan dining and sitting room straight ahead. The kitchen is bright and airy, with a window overlooking the rear, shaker style cabinets top and bottom, hardwood worktops, a double sink, a single oven and plumbing for a dishwasher and fridge freezer.
The sitting room is well proportioned, with windows to the front and plenty of room for comfortable sofas. The dining area, adjoining the sitting room has a woodburning stove and plenty of space for a large dining table and chairs.
Upstairs there are the three bedrooms and a family bathroom.
The principal bedroom is spacious with plenty of room for a king size bed and additional furniture. Bedroom Two is in the eaves (with part restricted height) and currently houses two single beds and Bedroom Three works well with bunk beds. The family bathroom has wooden panelled walls, a large double walk-in shower, hand wash basin and loo.
Outside
The Old Barbers is right in the heart of Foulsham village with its excellent amenities, including a pub and farm shop. The gravel drive to the side has space for parking one car and the courtyard area outside the sitting room is perfect for al fresco dining in the warmer months. There are two outbuildings; the garage, which has been restored and currently houses the hot tub (available by separate negotiation) and a single annexe, which could work well as an office or studio. Three cottages behind the Old Barbers have right of access to their premises.
Holiday Let Opportunity
Holiday Let Income: £1,665 Peak (£35,000 net 2024 to date)
Holiday Let Occupancy: c. 30+ weeks per annum
Sleeping 6 in 3 Bedrooms
The property is a successful holiday let and has been brought up to standard with the current fire regulations.
The property could be available as a turnkey, complete with furniture and contents (excluding some personal items) by separate negotiation.
Foulsham is a popular destination for visitors to North Norfolk due to it's proximity to the popular market towns and coastline.
For more information on holiday letting, please contact the team at Big Skies Holiday Cottages.
The Location
Foulsham is a picturesque village located around 20 miles north-west of Norwich, 10 miles east of Fakenham, and 10 miles south of the historic Georgian market town of Holt, making it the ideal location for exploring the north Norfolk coast. It is also conveniently located near Norwich and the Norfolk Broads. The Hamlet has a strong sense of community and hosts frequent events throughout the year, including the Foulsham Festival in the summer and the Christmas Market in December. There are outstanding amenities, such as a village hall, a shop, a post office, and a primary school.
Other Information
Tenure: Freehold
Services: Mains Electricity, Water & Drains
Windows: UPvc Double Glazed Windows
Heating: Oil
EPC: E
Council Tax: Broadland District Council B £1,601.46 per annum
Viewings: Strictly by appointment with Big Skies Estates
Agents Note: 1. Whilst these particulars have been prepared in good faith to give a fair description of the property, these do not form any part of any offer or contract nor may they be regarded as statements of representation of fact. 2. Big Skies Estates have not carried out a detailed survey, nor tested the services, appliances and specific fittings. All measurements or distances given are approximate only. 3. Where a property is promoted as suitable for holiday letting, such use is conditional on the legal due diligence to be undertaken by the buyer’s conveyancer to ensure the property can be used for holiday letting. Big Skies Estates does not examine the legal title or any restrictions on the property. 4. No person in the employment of Big Skies Estates has the authority to make or give representation or warranty in respect of this property. Any interested parties must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of any information given.