Natural bounty

With an expanse of sandy beaches, 125 miles of lock-free Broads waterways, sea colonies and nature reserves, there's plenty of Nature to enjoy in Norfolk. Arabella Youens picks some charming houses on the market

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↑ Norfolk, £1.4 million

Meadow Farm is a six-bedroom, Grade II-listed Georgian farmhouse set down a tree-lined drive in the village of Saham Toney, 16 miles north of Thetford and some 25 miles west of Norwich, within Breckland, one of the driest areas in England. Parts of the house date back to the early 18th century, with later additions, meaning the ceiling heights and room proportions range from classical to characterful, with lots of exposed timber beams. The 31ft kitchen/ breakfast room has wonderful views over three acres, which have been carefully developed by the current owners and include a heavily planted walled garden, a selection of raised beds and kitchen, herb and cutting gardens, plus a 1½-acre paddock with a free-standing stable block and tack room. Sowerbys (01362 693591)

↑ Norfolk, £1.825 million