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£1,400,000

Low Road, Bressingham, Diss

Land size
5 acres
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
3

Key Features

  • No onward chain
  • Grade II listed former rectory
  • Kitchen with adjoining pantry and utility room
  • Five spacious reception rooms
  • Stunning architecture
  • Newly built outbuilding
  • Five double bedrooms
  • Beautiful land set on 5 acers
  • Bright interiors throughout
  • Brilliant entertaining spaces inside and out

Description

Dating from circa 1842, this distinguished Grade II listed former rectory is an exceptional country residence, steeped in history and rich in Victorian character. Its special architectural heritage is showcased through ornate brickwork, decorative crenelations, steeply pitched roofs and striking windows, while the interior retains equally impressive period details, including stained glass, carved balusters and wonderfully high ceilings. Set within approximately five acres of beautiful grounds, the property enjoys a peaceful setting while remaining within three miles of Diss, its amenities and excellent commuter connections. The spacious and versatile accommodation is ideally suited to both elegant entertaining and modern family life. Offered with no onward chain, this remarkable historic home presents a rare opportunity for a seamless move.

The Ground Floor Accommodation - From the moment you step inside, the home’s rich history and magnificent period character are immediately apparent, with beautifully proportioned rooms, impressive high ceilings, ornate ceiling medallions and dramatic statement lighting. These carefully retained architectural details are complemented by stylish contemporary touches, creating an atmosphere that feels both timeless and welcoming. The grand drawing room features a charming wood-burning stove and striking floor-to-ceiling windows framing views across the stunning rear garden, while a further sitting room/snug offers a more intimate place to relax. At the heart of the home is a superb kitchen with a central island, breakfast bar and four-oven Aga, complemented by an adjoining pantry and utility room. A separate dining room provides an elegant setting for large family gatherings, with a generous window allowing natural light to flood the space. Two additional reception rooms, currently arranged as a study and games room, offer excellent versatility. Altogether, this remarkable home combines timeless elegance with generous, adaptable accommodation perfectly suited to modern family life.

The Upper Floors - The upper floors continue to impress, offering five beautifully presented bedrooms with generous proportions, abundant natural light and delightful views across the surrounding grounds. The magnificent landing forms a memorable centrepiece, where an impressive stained-glass window, the sweeping staircase and exposed timbers celebrate the property’s historic character. The principal bedroom features excellent built-in storage and direct access to a beautiful Jack and Jill bathroom, which can also be reached from the landing and includes an elegant freestanding bath. A second en-suite, separate shower room and additional WC serve the remaining bedrooms, each of which is individually styled and provides inviting accommodation for family and guests. Occupying its own floor, the fifth bedroom enjoys excellent privacy and offers potential for an en-suite, subject to the necessary consents.

Gardens And Grounds - Approached along a tree-lined driveway, the property immediately makes a memorable impression, with generous gravelled parking and an imposing period façade Extending to approximately five acres, the grounds combine sweeping lawns, mature trees and colourful seasonal planting to create an exceptional sense of privacy and tranquillity. A south-facing terrace outside the drawing room provides an idyllic setting for outdoor dining and relaxed summer evenings, while the sheltered internal courtyard offers a peaceful, shaded retreat with space for a hot tub. Within the charming orchard of apple, pear and cherry trees, a private garden bar with underfloor heating and a fire pit creates a superb year-round entertaining space. The expansive grounds offer endless enjoyment for children, as well as exciting possibilities for a tennis court, swimming pool, football pitch or productive kitchen garden, subject to planning.

Outbuildings And Development Potential - The property’s extensive outbuildings offer exceptional development potential, with planning permission already in place to create a separate cottage and studios, ideal for guest accommodation, creative workspaces or a lifestyle business. Additional buildings adjoining the utility room could provide spa or sauna facilities, subject to the necessary consents, while approved plans for a striking kitchen orangery present an exciting opportunity to enhance the main house further.

Map Location

Property details

Tenure
Freehold
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Date Posted
2026-10-22

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 195 Homes with Land listings in East Anglia (5+ acres).

This Property£280,000 / acre
Homes with Land Average (5+ acres) £183,696 / acre
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Utilities & Restrictions

Utilities

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Broadband
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Sewerage
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Rights & Restrictions

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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.

Property Features

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Parking
Parking Available
Garden
Garden

Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.

Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

1 Gbps

Gigabit full fibre

Suitable for

  • 4K streaming on every screen
  • Full-time home working
  • Online gaming & big downloads

Mobile signal

OutdoorsIndoorsEE Good NoneO2 Limited NoneThree Limited NoneVodafone None None

Predicted 4G and 5G signal; indoor signal depends on building materials.

Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.

Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.

Nearest Schools

Primary

  • Bressingham Primary School698 metresNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    5 to 11
    Pupils
    139
    Type
    Foundation school
  • Roydon Primary School1.7 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    255
    Type
    Community school
  • Wortham Primary School2.3 milesOfsted: Outstanding *
    Ages
    5 to 11
    Pupils
    100
    Type
    Academy converter
  • St Andrew's CofE VA Primary School, Lopham2.7 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    12
    Type
    Voluntary aided school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Diss Church of England Junior Academy2.7 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    7 to 11
    Pupils
    149
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
    Faith
    Church of England

Secondary

  • Diss High School2.8 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    877
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Hartismere School5.6 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,062
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Old Buckenham High School6.8 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    501
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Attleborough Academy9.4 milesOfsted report card · Mar 2026
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    976
    Type
    Academy converter
  • The Harleston Sancroft Academy (a 3-16 Church of England School)10 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    3 to 16
    Pupils
    824
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England

* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.

Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.

Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.

Amenities

Supermarket

Aldi Park Road, Diss, Diss2.4 miles
Morrisons Diss, Diss2.6 miles
Tesco Diss Superstore, Diss2.7 miles

GP surgery

Lawns Practice2.5 miles

Pharmacy

Wellbeing Pharmacy2.5 miles

Hospital

Hartismere Hospital5.7 miles

Green space

Playing Field881 metres

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

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Getting Around

Nearest station

Diss Rail Station3.2 miles

Nearest bus stop

Church64 metres

Typical drive times

Eye15 min · 7.3 miles
Diss6 min · 2.6 miles
Thetford19 min · 14 miles
Attleborough18 min · 12 miles
Norwich (city)38 min · 25 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.

Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.

Flood Risk

Environment Agency open data, checked around the advertised map pin for the listed acreage. Long-term risk counts flood defences; the planning map's flood zones do not. Provided by LandSale, not the listing agent, and not part of the agent's particulars. Risk varies across a holding, so verify before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Very low risk

Planning map: Flood Zone 1.

Surface water

High risk (1 in 30)

These bandings are the summary. Where this location sits on the flood maps, plus planning activity, heritage and ground risks, is in the full report.

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