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Smallworth, Garboldisham, Diss IP22 2SS

East of England

£350,000

Listed on 09/09/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
4
Type
Detached Bungalow
Area
1297 sqft

Features

  • Garage
  • Garden
  • Parking

Description

Nestled in the tranquil countryside, this four-bedroom detached bungalow offers a unique opportunity for renovation and personalisation. Located on a quiet country lane in the hamlet of Smallworth, adjacent to the village of Garboldisham, the property is steeped in history and benefits from a strong local community with essential amenities such as a village shop, school, and community-run pub. The historic market town of Diss is just seven miles away, providing a range of shops and direct rail services to London Liverpool Street and Norwich. Spanning just under 1,300 sq ft, the bungalow features an impressive L-shaped lounge/diner that floods with natural light, making it an ideal space for both living and entertaining. While the home requires updating, it presents an excellent canvas for buyers looking to enhance the accommodation to reflect their own tastes. There is also potential for further extension, subject to necessary planning permissions, allowing the property to adapt to changing lifestyle needs. Set back from the lane on a generous plot of almost half an acre, the property offers ample outdoor space for gardening or relaxation. A low brick wall encloses the front garden, while a driveway leads to a substantial detached garage with power and lighting. The south-facing rear garden provides an inviting outdoor setting for year-round enjoyment. This property combines generous proportions with future potential, making it a promising investment for those seeking both immediate comfort and exciting opportunities for improvement.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

An internal assessment of the opportunity to acquire, improve and create value.

63out of 100
Grade CPotential opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

This four-bedroom detached bungalow offers a sizeable canvas: just under 1,300 sq ft, a spacious L-shaped lounge/diner and a generous plot of just under half an acre, with a south-facing garden, driveway and substantial detached garage. The asking price is £350,000, around 8.7% below the local average per sq ft, making it a comparatively keen entry point for a buyer looking to add value through updating and personalising the interiors. The kitchen, carpets and décor are dated but appear usable, so the light project could be tackled at a manageable pace; the garden also offers scope for straightforward presentation improvements. The listing mentions possible extension potential, subject to permissions, though feasibility is not established. Overall, the numbers and the bungalow’s space make this a C-grade potential opportunity, with a rural setting and village amenities nearby.

Key opportunities

  • Refresh the dated kitchen, décor and flooring to give the spacious lounge/diner and bedrooms a more contemporary feel.
  • Make the most of the generous south-facing garden with routine lawn and boundary planting improvements.
  • Use the substantial detached garage, driveway and nearly half-acre plot as practical assets; the listing also notes potential to extend subject to permissions.

Key risks

None recorded.

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Location

Smallworth, Garboldisham, Diss IP22 2SS
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Transport

Nearest stations

  • Harling Road Rail Station

    4.8 miles

    Train · Harling Road

  • Eccles Road Rail Station

    5.7 miles

    Train · Eccles Road

  • Diss Rail Station

    7.5 miles

    Train · Diss

  • Thetford Rail Station

    8.9 miles

    Train · Thetford

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Current average 2-year fixed rate is 4.45%

Current average variable rate is 6.60%

Monthly Repayments
£1,322
Based on a loan of £262,500 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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