Impressive Barn Conversion in Colby
- Land size
- 0.8 acres
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 4
Key Features
- Detached Barn Conversion Enjoying a Peaceful and Private Rural Setting
- Accessed Via Private Driveway with Open Countryside Views in All Directions
- Set Within Approximately 0.8 Acres (STMS) Including Gardens and Separate Field
- Beautifully Established Formal Gardens with Mature Borders and Far-Reaching Vistas
- Additional Field Offering Excellent Potential
- Generous and Adaptable Accommodation Arranged Over Two Floors
- Four Well-Proportioned Bedrooms Complemented by Four Bathrooms
- Versatile Reception Spaces
- Dedicated Home Office with an Unconverted Barn Wing
- Characterful Country Home with Scope for Future Development and Personalisation
Description
Accessed via its own private driveway and surrounded entirely by open countryside, this impressive detached barn conversion enjoys a peaceful rural setting with far-reaching views across open fields in every direction. The property occupies an attractive plot of approximately 0.8 acres in total, offering a sense of space, privacy and connection to the surrounding landscape.
The gardens are a particularly appealing feature, arranged as a series of established areas designed for both relaxation and enjoyment. To the rear, the formal gardens create a picturesque backdrop to the house, with mature borders, open lawns and sweeping views beyond. Positioned across the driveway, the separate field provides an excellent additional asset, presenting a range of possibilities such as a tennis court, orchard or further landscaped grounds, subject to requirements.
Internally, the accommodation is generous, versatile and well-proportioned, arranged across both ground and first floors. There are four spacious bedrooms, each complemented by well-appointed bathroom facilities, alongside a collection of adaptable reception rooms that lend themselves equally to family living, entertaining or alternative uses including additional bedroom or work space if desired.
An unconverted wing of the barn currently provides storage and partial office accommodation, offering an ideal opportunity for a dedicated home workspace, studio or workshop, with clear potential for further development subject to any necessary consents.
Warm, welcoming and clearly much loved, 1 Laceys Farm represents a rare opportunity to acquire a characterful country home combining privacy, flexibility and significant potential within a beautifully open rural setting.
COLBY
Colby is a charming rural village set in the beautiful North Norfolk countryside, offering a peaceful lifestyle while still being within easy reach of amenities. The village is surrounded by open fields and quiet country lanes, making it perfect for walking, cycling, and enjoying the outdoors.
For everyday needs, the nearby market towns of Aylsham and North Walsham provide a wide range of shops, schools, healthcare, and leisure facilities. The picturesque North Norfolk coast, with its sandy beaches and nature reserves, is only a short drive away, while the city of Norwich is within easy reach, offering extensive shopping, cultural attractions, and rail links to London.
Colby itself retains a strong sense of community, centred around its historic parish church and village hall, with plenty of opportunities to get involved in local events and activities. With its blend of tranquillity, accessibility, and rural charm, Colby is an ideal location for those seeking a quieter pace of life without being isolated.
SERVICES CONNECTED
Mains water and electricity. Heating via wood pellet boiler.
COUNCIL TAX
Band E.
ENERGY EFFICIENCY RATING
D. Ref:- 6735-3022-4509-0669-7206 To retrieve the Energy Performance Certificate for this property please visit https://find energy-certificate.digital.communities.gov.uk/find-a-certificate/search-by-reference-number and enter in the reference number above. Alternatively, the full certificate can be obtained through Sowerbys.
TENURE
Freehold.
LOCATION
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WEBSITE TAGS
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work-and-grow
room-to-roam
Parking - Garage
Parking - Driveway
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Map Location
Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- E
- Date Posted
- 2026-05-11
Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
- Electricity
- Mains, Solar Panels
- Water
- Mains
- Heating
- Solar Heating, Wood Burner, Biomass Boiler
- Broadband
- Fibre (FTTC)
- Sewerage
- Mains
Rights & Restrictions
- Public Rights of Way
- Yes
- Private Rights of Way
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- Listed Property
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- Restrictions
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Property Features
- Accessibility
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- Parking
- Garage, Driveway
- Garden
- Private Garden
Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
1 Gbps
Gigabit full fibre · available to 69% of premises
Suitable for
- 4K streaming on every screen
- Full-time home working
- Online gaming & big downloads
Mobile signal
Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.
Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- Colby Primary School1.5 milesOfsted report card · Jun 2026
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 140
- Type
- Community school
- Erpingham Voluntary Controlled Church of England Primary School2 milesOfsted report card · Mar 2026
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 42
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Aldborough Primary School2.5 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 126
- Type
- Foundation school
- Antingham and Southrepps Primary School3 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 37
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- St Mary's Church of England Primary Academy3.2 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 61
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
Secondary
- Aylsham High School3.4 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 1,138
- Type
- Foundation school
- North Walsham High School4.2 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 641
- Type
- Academy converter
- Cromer Academy5.8 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 665
- Type
- Academy converter
- Sheringham High School8 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 630
- Type
- Academy converter
- Broadland High Ormiston Academy9.7 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 725
- Type
- Academy converter
* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.
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Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
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Getting Around
Nearest station
Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
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Flood Risk
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