5 Bedroom Property for Sale in Attleborough

5 bedrooms
5 reception rooms
4 bathrooms
Stables, store and garage
In all 1.1 acres (est)

Freehold

SITUATION:
The Manor is situated on the edge of the village of Old Buckenham, famous for its village green, one of the largest in England. The village still has useful everyday amenities including two public houses, a post office village stores as well as a well regarded village school. Norwich, the cathedral city and regional centre of East Anglia lies approximately 15 miles the north while Diss (8 miles) has a mainline railway station with regular trains to London Liverpool Street with an approximate journey time of only 1 hour 37 minutes. By road there is good access to Cambridge, Newmarket and London via the A11 at Attleborough (2½ miles).

DESCRIPTION:
The Manor is a most attractive Grade II listed country house, late Georgian in design and style and built in 1835, the reign of William IV. The property was acquired by the current owner in 1983 and since then a continuous programme of restoration and refurbishment has been carried out and the house is beautifully presented throughout. Most recently a custom-built kitchen has been installed with a Jerusalem stone floor and with wonderful attention to detail including a sink carved from a whole block of limestone. The bathrooms have also recently been refurbished to a very high standard.The house retains much period detail with elegant and well-proportioned rooms, fine sash windows, moulded cornice work and original fireplaces. The property also has the benefit of a useful separate self-contained wing incorporated into the main body of the house.The Manor is situated in secluded and mature well stocked gardens and grounds containing many fine mature trees. The OutsideThe house is approached from the northwest through gates opening onto a large gravelled drive finishing in an extensive gravel sweep with ample turning and parking space to the front and west of the house. There is an area of lawned garden to the northwest bounded by a fine red brick wall. To the south of the house there is a paved terrace adjoining the house and this overlooks an area of lawned garden. There are a great variety of fine mature trees including some magnificent beech, lime and oak. Situated to the south and east of the house there is a large expanse of lawned garden bordered by mature shrubs and trees including horse chestnut and oak. The garden to the north is bounded by a fine south facing red brick wall trained with a variety of climbing shrubs and rambling roses. A particular feature of the garden is the superb area of decking creating a secluded and sheltered sun trap, seating and entertaining area and with a large ornamental formal canal shaped pond. To the north of the house there is an enclosed courtyard area with access to garaging and outhouses. There is a further timber garage to the northwest. The gardens and grounds in all extend to 1.1 acres (est).ServicesMains water and electricity. Drainage to septic tank. Oil fired central heating.Local AuthorityBreckland District Council. Telephone: 01362 695333.Fixtures and FittingsAll fixtures and fittings including fitted carpets and curtains are specifically excluded from the sale, but may be available in addition, subject to separate negotiation.ViewingStrictly by appointment with Savills. If there is any point which is of particular importance to you, we invite you to discuss this with us, especially before you travel to view the property.NB Floorplans prepared by Hobson Associates and are for guidance only. Savills do not accept any responsibility for their accuracy.Important NoticeSavills, their clients and any joint agents give notice that:1.They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact.2.Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Savills have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.

ACCOMMODATION:
Reception/dining hall, sitting room, drawing room, kitchen, breakfast room, utility room, cloakroom/wc, playroom/bedroom 5, downstairs bathroom, master bedroom with adjoining dressing room, 3 further bedrooms, 3 further bathrooms, study, studioStables, store and garageGardens and grounds extending to 1.1 acres (est)

DIRECTIONS:
From Norwich take the A11 Newmarket Road and continue along the A11 bypassing Wymondham. Turn left off the A11 signposted Attleborough and Diss (B1077). Proceed into Attleborough following signposts for Diss and Old Buckenham on the B1077. Drive through the village of Old Buckenham passing the large village green on both sides and on leaving the village the drive to the house will be found on the left-hand side just before where the road bends to the left. The Post Code to the property is NR17 1RR.