7 bedroom detached house

The Priory is a handsome and historic Grade I Listed brick, stone and flint village property offering over 5,300 sq. ft. of characterful and adaptable accommodation arranged over two floors. The residence incorporates elements of the refectory range of the Benedictine Priory of St. Faith, with sections dating back to the 12th century and a wealth of later additions and fine features including limestone and beamed walls, arched, casement, leaded and mullioned windows and elaborate original 13th century monastic wall paintings. The striking natural stone double-height reception hall opens to an array of versatile and charming reception rooms, including a study with an arched and bay window, an adjacent library, a sitting room with feature fireplace and an elegant 24 ft. dual-aspect family room with ornate cornice and fireplace surround. Further is the rectory and a cool cellar, whilst the in-keeping kitchen/ breakfast room houses an inset cream AGA range and a variety of traditional cabinetry, with a butler sink and a door to the airy formal dining room. Further is a laundry room, workshop and store rooms, with the reception hall featuring a cloakroom, larder and a turned stone staircase to the first floor. On the first floor are a total of seven tasteful bedrooms with pleasing elevated aspects of the surrounding grounds and a plethora of attractive period features. The rooms are well served by a pair of family bathrooms.

Outside The residence sits in a generous
wraparound private plot totalling 6.1 acres, with a large, gravelled driveway leading up to the
attached barns/garages. There are beautifully landscaped and partially brick and flint arched walled gardens comprising expanses of manicured level lawn bordered by topiary and considered colourful borders, a sunny paved terrace, a kitchen garden, garden store and a greenhouse, followed by further lush green land with mature trees and a willow-lined lake.

The property resides in a conservation area within the popular and scenic village of Horsham St Faith, around 6 miles north of Norwich city centre. Amenities include a Primary School, doctors' surgery, Post Office, public house, community centre and restaurant. Norwich provides even more extensive facilities including shops, supermarkets, notable schools and numerous recreational and cultural interests. The mainline station links to London Liverpool Street, whilst the A11 links to the M11 and the airport is within easy reach