Six-bed former restaurant in Erpingham on sale for £1.2m

Located in Erpingham, near Aylsham, The Ark is set within more than an acre of landscaped grounds. 

On the market with Arnolds Keys, the property's original features have been carefully preserved. 

Six-bed house for sale in Epringham, near Aylsham (Image: Arnolds Keys)

Formally a popular restaurant, The Ark has been fully restored and "boasts period charm and character". 

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The property's first reception room features vaulted ceilings and a stunning brick-built inglenook fireplace.

Reception room with brick fireplace (Image: Arnolds Keys)

Heading into the main hallway, there is a timber-framed door to the front porch and original tiled flooring which leads to the living room. 

Dual aspect living room with exposed brick wall and fireplace (Image: Arnolds Keys)

The windows in the living room overlook the enclosed side garden, where there is a timber-framed porch with rose bushes on either side. 

Dining room with bifold doors leading onto the patio (Image: Arnolds Keys)

The ground floor also features a library, two cloakrooms, a dining room, a laundry room, a utility room, a gym, and a double bedroom including an ensuite. 

Gym connected to the gardens (Image: Arnolds Keys)

There is also a kitchen overlooking the garden which features an electric Aga and a walk-in pantry. 

Kitchen with vaulted ceiling overlooking the garden (Image: Arnolds Keys)

The first-floor landing leads to the remaining five bedrooms, two of which include an ensuite. 

One of the bedrooms (Image: Arnolds Keys)

There is also an additional family bathroom. 

Family bathroom including bath and rain shower (Image: Arnolds Keys)

The main rear garden features a private patio which overlooks the lawn, where there is a fenced kitchen garden as well as an orchard with multiple apple trees.

The main rear garden (Image: Arnolds Keys)

There is also an enclosed area currently used as a goat pen. 

The property includes a shingle parking area with space for multiple cars along with an electric car charging point. 

There is a large greenhouse as well as a shed for additional storage. 

The Ark is on the market with Arnold Keys in Aylsham for £1,200,000.