A Grade II listed manor home in a charming village located on the outskirts of Norwich city centre has hit the market.
The Manor House in Old Catton is for sale with Sowerbys at a guide price of £850,000.
The seven-bedroom home features an abundance of period detailing and character, and the property was thoughtfully divided into two homes many years ago.
Sowerbys Norwich branch manager Jonathan Wood said: “The Manor House is a truly remarkable Grade II listed home that offers a true sense of character and history with its origins dating back to 1524.”
The property establishes a welcoming and atmospheric ambiance with wonderful high ceilings adorned with heavy timbers, evoking a sense of grandeur.
The well-equipped kitchen/breakfast room provides an excellent space for cooking and entertaining. To the left, the sitting room boasts an ornate fireplace and intricate stained-glass windows.
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The garden room offers a tranquil retreat within the home and is perfect for relaxation and nurturing tropical plants. There is also a library, while the formal drawing room offers a space for entertaining guests.
Beneath the ground floor, there is an extensive cellarage offering ample storage space, which is currently used as a storeroom, separate laundry room and wine room.
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The grand oak staircase leads to the lower first floor, where the generously-sized principal bedroom is located. This room is full of character, featuring stripped wooden floor timbers and a Victorian fireplace. Adjacent to the principal bedroom is a bath and shower room.
Continuing up to the upper first floor, there are two further bedrooms, a dressing room and another bath and shower room. The second floor boasts a superb attic bedroom floor with four bedrooms.
To the front of the property, parking space is plentiful and the brick and flint boundary wall borders a beautifully mature garden, which features a sun terrace, grass pathways, wildflower planting and a wide array of fruit trees.
The village of Old Catton has a long history, dating back to the Saxon period. Despite its historical roots, Old Catton is well-equipped with modern amenities to cater to the needs of its residents.
For more information, contact Sowerbys.
PROPERTY FACTS
Manor House, Old Catton
Guide price: £850,000
Sowerbys, 01603 761441
sowerbys.com
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