Butt Lane, Burgh Castle, NR31 9QE
Listed 2 Oct 2026 · Great Yarmouth
How the price compares
Key features
- Five bedroom semi detached house
- Exceptional family home
- Modernised Throughout Whilst Retaining Character and Charm
- Gated Driveway
- Ample Off Road Parking
- Garage
- 5 Good Size Bedrooms Off Landing
- Enclosed and private rear garden which is mainly laid to lawn with areas of patio
About this home
Step inside this remarkable semi-detached former school building, dating back to 1863, where timeless period charm meets modern day convenience. Offering over 2,160 sq. ft. of beautifully presented accommodation (stms), this truly distinctive home combines generous proportions, exceptional versatility and an abundance of original character.
From the moment you arrive, the property's unique heritage is evident, with a striking Norfolk blue flint exterior, exposed beams and impressive high ceilings creating a wonderful sense of history and grandeur. The sympathetically modernised interior has been thoughtfully designed to complement the building's character while providing the flexibility demanded by contemporary family life.
A welcoming entrance hall leads through to four versatile reception rooms, providing an array of options for entertaining, relaxing, hobbies or working from home. At the heart of the property, the spacious kitchen blends traditional character with contemporary fittings and features a sociable central island, making it an ideal space for everyday family life and entertaining.
Upstairs, five generous bedrooms, all conveniently accessed from the central landing, provide excellent accommodation for a growing family, visiting guests or those requiring dedicated home working space. The bedrooms are complemented by a luxurious four piece family bathroom, while a useful ground floor WC adds further convenience.
Outside, the property continues to impress. A fully enclosed private garden provides a peaceful outdoor retreat, complemented by a large brick built storage shed. To the front, a sweeping driveway provides ample off road parking and leads to an impressive 25' garage and store room, offering exceptional storage and practical potential.
With its fascinating history, substantial accommodation, character features and superb versatility, this former school building represents a rare opportunity to own a truly individual home. Properties combining this level of space, heritage and practicality are seldom available—an early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate everything this remarkable property has to offer.
Porch Stable door to rear aspect, windows to side and front aspects.
Entrance Hall Door and window to side aspect, built-in cloaks cupboard, stairs to first floor landing, radiator, tiled flooring.
Sitting Room 12'0" x 12'0" (3.66m x 3.68m) Two double glazed windows to front and side aspect, open fireplace with a mantle and hearth, radiator, laminate flooring.
Kitchen / Breakfast Room 18'11" x 13'5" (5.79m x 4.09m) Double glazed French patio doors leading to the utility room, double glazed window to rear aspect, fitted kitchen with a selection of wall and base units with worktop and split face slate splash back, central island with base units and worktop, inset steel sink with drainer and mixer tap, integrated fridge/freezer and dishwasher, space for large range style cooker, built-in cupboard, feature flint wall, tiled flooring, ceiling spotlights.
Dining Room 12'0" x 17'1" (3.66m x 5.21m) Two double glazed windows to front aspect, radiator, carpet to floor.
Family Room 22'0" x 14'7" (6.71m x 4.45m) Open vaulted ceiling with exposed timber trusses, large Victorian church style window to rear aspect, contemporary wood burner stove with exposed flue and feature brick work, ornate dado rail, two designer radiators, tiled flooring.
Utility Room External double glazed sliding patio doors leading to the rear garden, double glazed window to rear aspect, boiler, spaces for fridge/freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer.
Cloakroom Low level w.c., vanity hand wash basin, wall mounted electric heater, tiled flooring.
First Floor Landing Loft access, laminate flooring.
Bedroom One 15'1" x 12'0" (4.62m x 3.66m) Two Velux windows to front aspect, radiator, laminate flooring.
Bedroom Two Two double glazed windows to front and side aspects, radiator, laminate flooring.
Bedroom Three 11'1" x 10'7" (3.38m x 3.23m) Double glazed window to side aspect, radiator, picture rail, laminate flooring.
Bedroom Four 10'11" x 10'0" (3.35m x 3.05m) Double glazed window to rear aspect, radiator, laminate flooring.
Bedroom Five 12'0" x 7'10" (3.66m x 2.41m) Double glazed window to front aspect, radiator, laminate flooring.
Bathroom Two double glazed frosted windows to side and rear aspects, large fitted shower cubicle with wall mounted shower, bath with traditional style floor to tub mixer tap, marble vanity hand wash basin, low level w.c., fitted cupboard, tiled splash backs, radiator, tile effect flooring.
Outside To the front of the property is a generous shingled driveway providing ample off road parking leading to a detached garage with an up and over door. To the rear of the property is a private low maintenance block paved garden with shingle bordering housing plants and shrubs, brick built shed, oil tank, timber shed, workshop, access to the garage and gated access to the front.
Parking To the front of the property is a generous shingled driveway providing ample off road parking leading to a detached garage with an up and over door.
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Property details
- Property type
- Semi-Detached
- Council tax band
- D
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
Floorplan
Location
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- Berney Arms Station1.3 mi
- Great Yarmouth Station3.2 mi
- Haddiscoe Station3.9 mi
What nearby homes sold for
Median sold prices in NR31 over the last 12 months: terraced £165k · detached £325k · semi-detached £228k · flat £110k.
| Address | Type | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Cement Cottages, Butt Lane Great Yarmouth NR31 9QD | Terraced Freehold | 13 Feb 2026 | £108,000 |
| Castle Arabians, Butt Lane Great Yarmouth NR31 9PY | Detached Freehold | 26 Aug 2025 | £250,000 |
| Oakhill, Butt Lane Great Yarmouth NR31 9QD | Detached Freehold | 25 Jul 2025 | £710,000 |
| 12 Cement Cottages, Butt Lane Great Yarmouth NR31 9QD | Terraced Freehold | 28 Mar 2025 | £225,000 |
| Dovedale, Butt Lane Great Yarmouth NR31 9PU | Detached Freehold | 18 Dec 2024 | £600,000 |
| 73 Butt Lane Great Yarmouth NR31 9PY | Detached Freehold | 3 Oct 2024 | £540,000 |
| Cliff House Farm, Butt Lane Great Yarmouth NR31 9AJ | Other Freehold | 22 Jul 2024 | £400,000 |
| Marric, Butt Lane Great Yarmouth NR31 9PU | Semi-detached Freehold | 12 Jan 2024 | £235,000 |
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Buying costs
Estimates only, using rates in force from April 2025. Check GOV.UK, Revenue Scotland or the Welsh Revenue Authority and speak to a mortgage adviser before you offer.
Listed by Howards, Gorleston on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 2 Oct 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: added on 02/10/2026.
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