6 bedroom detached house for sale

Substantial Grade II listed Georgian country house

Description

The Manor, is a highly impressive, substantial and attractive Grade II listed period home. Offering accommodation spanning three floors and over 9000 sq ft, the house makes for a remarkable family home set within about 5 acres.
Having been in the same ownership for over 30 years, the property Is a rare opportunity to purchase a Georgian country house and is being sold with the advantage of no onward chain.

The ground floor consists of an expansive entrance hall which leads into five reception rooms. These include a formal drawing room with fine views down the gardens, a dining room, perfect for family and social gatherings, a snug just off the kitchen, a sitting room and a study. This series of rooms provide flexibility of the accommodation and as such could be utilised as downstairs bedrooms, tv rooms and children’s playrooms if desired.

The kitchen is of good square proportions and features double doors leading out on the patio terrace. Of particular note is the separate scullery which makes for an excellent bakers kitchen as well as providing significant further kitchen storage. This eastern wing of the house also boasts a large laundry room, ample for this scale of property and a separate pantry, boot room and cloakroom.

To the first floor are six bedrooms including the generous principal suite which consists of a bedroom, dressing room and en suite. The remaining bedrooms are served via two bathrooms although both the principal en suite and a guest bedrooms en suite also double up via a “Jack and Jill” arrangement with an additional access off the landing.

The second floor contains a real family house highlight, the games room. This room measuring over 46ft long makes for an excellent teenagers retreat and with additional storage rooms offers scope for a variety of uses.

Outside
The Manor is approached via a long, tree-lined driveway which opens up into an area of plentiful off road parking and to the garaging and coach house. Set within about 5 acres of mature grounds, the property boasts quintessential country house gardens including a lawned tennis court and heated outdoor swimming pool.

The two storey- coach house offers significant potential for several uses including working from home, ancillary accommodation, hobby space or additional garaging.
With several outbuildings there is characterful storage aplenty.

Location

The Manor is located on the edge of the well served village of Chedgrave, which offers a handful of amenities including a village shop. The attractive and larger village of Loddon is about half a mile to the centre, with a range of amenities including post office, doctors surgery, dentist, library, public houses, a range of shops and access to the Broads network.

Public sector schooling is available in Loddon and private sector education is available at the reputable Langley school nearby.

The house is a short walk to footpaths along the river Chet and surrounding countryside. Norwich, the cathedral city, is about 10 miles with thriving retail, education, cultural and business sectors with direct service to London Liverpool Street.

Square Footage: 9,143 sq ft


Acreage: 5 Acres

Additional Info

Services
Mains water and electricity, gas central heating and private drainage.

Local Authority
South Norfolk District Council
Council tax band H (The Manor)
Council tax band C (Manor Cottage)

Fixtures & Fittings
All fixtures and fittings including fitted carpets and curtains are specifically excluded from the sale, but may be available in addition, subject to separate negotiation.

Viewings
Strictly 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.

Important Notice
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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.