3 Vision Park
Queens Hills
Norwich
NR8 5HD
Surrey Street, Norwich
Asking Price £160,000
Apartment
- Historic Building
- City Centre
- Ground Floor
- Stunning Conversion
- Studio Apartment
- Open Plan Living
- New Kitchen
- New Shower Room
- No Onward Chain
- 997 years remaining on lease
Welcome to Surrey Street, Norwich - a location steeped in history and charm. This stunning Georgian Grade II Listed property, known as Bignold House, has undergone a remarkable transformation into 13 residential apartments, each offering a unique blend of modern living within a historic setting.
The grandeur of this local landmark building is truly captivating. Originally built in 1764 by the renowned architect Robert Mylne, with later additions by Sir Robert Soane, this property exudes elegance and character at every turn.
As you step into the grand entrance hall, you are greeted by decorative wooden panelling that tells the story of the Directors of the Norwich Union Fire Insurance Society from 1797 to 1897 - a true nod to the rich heritage of this building.
The apartments, spread over four floors, offer a mix of studios, 1 and 2-bedroom units, with a townhouse located in a later extension to the main house. The townhouse, accessed via its own existing door to the front courtyard, provides accommodation over three floors, ensuring a sense of space and privacy.
The sensitive conversion of Bignold House has been thoughtfully carried out, with internal alterations and sub-divisions kept to a minimum to preserve the significance of this listed building. Norwich City Council has granted Listed Building consent, acknowledging that the conversion represents the best use of the building, ensuring its future upkeep.
Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a piece of history in the heart of Norwich. Whether you're looking for a studio, a 1-bedroom apartment, or a 2-bedroom unit, each residence offers a unique blend of historic charm and modern convenience. Embrace the elegance of Georgian architecture and make Bignold House your new home.
Apartment 3 Ground Floor Studio
This unique ground floor apartment offers entrance straight into the open plan living space incorporating the kitchen, bedroom and a shower room. Please note there is no parking.
Communal Grand Hall
Grand entrance doors to the main hall with stone floors, post boxes, security entrance system, sweeping staircase with panelled walls, part glazed door to ground floor hall giving access to four apartments.
Open Plan Living/Dining/kitchen/Bedroom
5.41mx 6.32m (17'9x 20'9)This spacious room enjoys the sunlight through the large secondary double glazed sash window to the rear, two electric heaters. Seamlessly incorporating the contemporary newly fitted kitchen comprising base and wall mounted units, sink, a range of integrated appliances to include hob, oven and extractor fan, fridge and washer/dryer. Traditional period style back splash tiling. Lovely period style fireplace surround creating a focal point in this great studio. The worksurfaces complement. Door to the shower room.
Shower Room
Window to the rear, a completely different feel to this newly fitted suite a mixture of period features, half tiled walls and fully tiled floor and heated towel rail. Shower cubicle with glass screen, wc and wash hand basin.
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