Originally built as a pair of clerical cottages in the 18th century, Church Cottage was later converted into a single home and sympathetically extended in the 1990s to create a larger, more versatile living space.

The property was original two clerical cottages in the 18th century (Image: Perfect Pose Photography)

Selling agent Property Ladder said of the property: “With its striking arched windows, bright blue shutters and fairytale façade, this enchanting Grade II listed home in Horstead is truly one of a kind.

“18th-century Gothic Revival styling lends a distinctive edge, with ornate drip mouldings, pointed-arch doorways and a bold yet timeless colour scheme.”

The dining room (Image: Perfect Pose Photography)

Stepping into the property, the entrance hall opens into a spacious dining room with dual-aspect arched windows and an arched doorway opening to the outside.

One of the four reception rooms (Image: Perfect Pose Photography)

Beyond this room, there are two reception rooms to either side of an internal hallway, both with fireplaces and staircases to the first floor. There is also a walk-in pantry accessed off one of these rooms.

Multiple fireplaces add to the rustic charm (Image: Perfect Pose Photography)

To the rear are two more reception rooms, currently used as a TV room and a living room, with a central inglenook fireplace acting as the heart of the home.

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Two kitchens add to the versatility of the property, creating potential for multi-generational living or an annexe, subject to the relevant permissions.

The cottage has two kitchens (Image: Perfect Pose Photography)

There are also two bathrooms on the ground floor, one with a bath, WC and wash basin, and the other with a shower, WC and wash basin.

On the first floor, there are five bedrooms, with the master including an en-suite bathroom with shower, WC and wash basin, as well as a storage cupboard.

The property has five bedrooms (Image: Perfect Pose Photography)

Another bedroom (Image: Perfect Pose Photography)

Property Ladder notes that Church Cottage’s original 18th-century walls help to "retain warmth in winter and keep the house cool in summer".

Outside, the property is tucked away on a peaceful lane just a short distance from the River Bure.

It sits behind a traditional flint wall and features picturesque views of the neighbouring church to the front. It also includes off-street parking and a garage.

The property has a pretty cottage garden to the rear (Image: Perfect Pose Photography)

The gardens are described as “a true highlight” and are arranged across two main areas. To the rear is a well-kept lawn bordered by mature cottage-style planting and to the side there is another lawned section with plentiful shrubs and flowers creating a private outdoor space.

There is a large area of lawn to the side (Image: Perfect Pose Photography)

The property also has a working water pump fed from an original well, adding to the period charm.

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Horstead is a pretty countryside village nestled alongside the River Bure. It is home to a public house, activity centre and a church and a wide range of amenities can be found in Coltishall, under one mile away, and Norwich, which is only eight miles away.

For more information, please contact Property Ladder.

Church Cottage, Horstead Guide price: £485,000 Property Ladder, 01603 666006propertyladderonline.com

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