Church Street, Great Ellingham, Attleborough, NR17

Grade II listed and dating back to the 14th century, with a later addition in the 19th century and thoughtful modernisation in the 21st century, this exceptional detached period home has been sympathetically restored to preserve its remarkable heritage and original character. Technically described as a three part hall house which originally divided the domestics living quarters from the family's living area.

Beautifully presented and re-thatched in 2009 with new ridge in 2024, the property offers four bedrooms, two bathrooms and three reception rooms. Steeped in history and rich in original features, it is a truly special home that must be experienced to fully appreciate its atmosphere and charm.

Originally, in the 14th century, the house would have consisted of a single open hall where families and owners lived side by side for warmth. Centuries later, a first floor was introduced and extra flooring, creating 2 of the bedrooms with charmingly low doorways, which remain in place today — adding to the home’s authentic character and requiring a certain agility to navigate.

Despite its historic origins, the property has been carefully updated to provide all the essentials for modern family living, seamlessly blending period features with contemporary comfort.

The overall plot extends to approximately one third of an acre and is currently divided into two sections. The principal house sits within approximately one sixth of an acre of established, mature, south facing gardens. In addition, there are converted barn outbuildings, constructed to a stage between first and second fix, which are available by separate negotiation.

This is an unusual, unique and fascinating home — a rare opportunity to own a piece of living history, beautifully adapted for the present day.

Comprising Entrance Hall, Kitchen, Utility Room, Downstairs Bathroom, Dining Room, Living Room, Study/Bedroom 5, Two sets of Stairs, Upstairs; Four Bedrooms and Family Bathroom. Outside; Front & Rear Gardens and Gravel Driveway.

Oil Fired Central Heating. Mains Services. Energy Performance Certificate Exempt. Council Tax Band E. (*STS) Subject to Survey).

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Entrance Hall

Large solid Oak entrance door, doors to all the rooms, original beams, timber flooring

Living Room

Dual aspect mullion windows with bespoke secondary double glazing, Inglenook barrel back fireplace and cast iron dual fuel burner, Oak door to front, original beams, recessed shelves, cubby holes, nooks and cupboards, cast iron radiator, door to lobby

Lobby

Door to main stairs to first floor, passageway to dining room, original salt cupboard

Dining Room

Dual aspect windows to front and rear with bespoke secondary double glazing, Inglenook barrel back fireplace with cast iron dual fuel burner, pamment tiled flooring, door to passage hall, cast iron radiator

Family Bathroom

Windows x 2, Victorian refurbished original cast iron bath, traditional style pedestal hand wash basin, corner shower cubicle with power shower, traditional style radiator, tiled walls

Study/Bedroom 5

Dual aspect mullioned windows, door to secondary staircase to first floor, consumer electric unit, cast iron radiator

Kitchen/Breakfast Room

Dual aspect window to front and rear, comprising a range of base and wall bespoke hand built Oak units with fitted granite worktop and upstands, island with Oak work-top, butler sink, space for Aga electric with 4 ovens including infra red grill and 6 ring gas propane hob with extractor above, integrated dishwasher, space for American style fridge freezer, hand painted Spanish tiles, pamment floor, French door to garden, Oak stable door to side

Utility room

Windows x 2, floor mounted oil fired boiler, space and plumbing for washing machine, space and plumbing for water softener, storage units

First Floor Landing

Landing with access to bedroom one and two and family bathroom.

Bedroom 1

Window to aspect, reclaimed refurbished doors, door to cloakroom comprising en-suite WC and pedestal wash basin, barrel back inglenook fireplace, cast iron radiator

Bedroom 2

Window to aspect, featured 17th century refurbished oak flooring, borrowed light window, door to 'Jack and Jill' bathroom, cast iron radiator

Bathroom

Comprising a shower cubicle with power shower, wall hung hand basin, WC, traditional radiator

Bedroom 3

Eyebrow window, cast iron radiator

Bedroom 4

Window to aspect, fitted wardrobe, radiator

Rear Garden

South facing rear established and matured garden bordered by flowers, plants, specimen trees, herbs and paved patio set in Indian stone. To the side is the oil tank and access to the front.

Front garden

Set back from the road with large lawn area bordered by flowers, plants and shrubs. There is a working well that has been refurbished and covered in safety grill. Scope to increase driveway and parking.