Elm Hill, Norwich, Norfolk. £765k


Fantastic old custard coloured and flint prop. in Norwich.  Who could ever be miserable living in such a place? I suppose it’s probably rather dear, as it’s only half of it, but how lovely it is anyway. 
https://www.rightmove.co.uk/property-for-sale/property-82079426.html



I’m not sure if this is the dining room or the library, but it is very lovely and bright and cheerful













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