The second unique feature is a series of barrel-roofed cottages. I think I need to show you what I mean ...
... aren't they simply great, and can you see my reflection in the window? There are quite a few of these cottages and they lend a particular charm to what is already a rather lovely stretch of canal.
Some of the cottages have been incorporated into modern extensions, which I thought was a bit of a shame as it diluted the wonderful character of these homes. You'll probably not be surprised, therefore, when I tell you that this one was one of my favourites ...
As you can see it stands now, as originally built, and is in great condition. I looked, rather optimistically I admit, for a 'for sale' board, but can't say I was surprised when there was none. It would be a simply great place to live, and having a lock outside the front door would be seventh heaven for me as there would be all sorts of fellow boaters pausing there, for me to talk boating talk to.
Believe it or not, a bit further along the canal we did come across a cottage for sale and took a picture, so we'd have a record of the estate agent's details.
However, my heart had been captured by the earlier example and this extended cottage did not bear comparison. In any event I couldn't face the thought of moving away from Norfolk and leaving all my friends and my seals behind, so I never even got as far as looking up this property on the web.
I'm sure someone else will fall in love with it.
Lots of love Eddie & Muscovy boaters xxx
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