The linked image cannot be displayed. The file may have been moved, renamed, or deleted. Verify that the link points to the correct file and location. The linked image cannot be displayed. The file may have been moved, renamed, or deleted. Verify that the link points to the correct file and location. BRECKLAND MANORBRECKLAND £850,000 IP24 1RW NORFOLK, WRETHAM, FREEHOLD ILLINGTON ROAD WRETHAM, NORFOLK, IP24 1RW A charming country residence set in a rural location on the edge of the village of Wretham. At the end of a long private driveway, you discover Breckland Manor. This delightful property appointed over three levels with three reception rooms & cellar. Cloakroom, Kitchen/breakfast room with Aga, walk in pantry & utility room. Two large Art Deco, original bathrooms, six large bedrooms with amazing views of the countryside, an attic bedroom and double garage. Grounds extend to approximately three acres. There are field shelters with post and rail fencing to the well-drained paddocks. Excellent train links from Thetford on main line to Cambridge & Norwich. One change for access to London. Quick access to the A11. Breckland Manor is located in a beautiful, rural setting, amongst open farmland. There is evidence of the original building dating back to the 1700’s. The current house was built in the early 20th Century during the Arts and Crafts movement and later extended in the 1960’s with the addition of the garage and bedrooms above. The neighbouring property, Breckland Cottage, has right of way over the Manor’s private drive. The annex to Breckland Manor is a single story, one bedroom, bathroom and kitchen/lounge and was occupied by the present owner’s father. This family residence has an impressive entrance hall with arched top door and sweeping staircase to the first floor. The cloakroom accessed from the main hall is tastefully appointed and of generous proportion. Leading off the hall is a well-proportioned drawing room with a multi fuel burning stove and high ceilings. French doors open onto the south facing patio area over-looking the paddocks. A further doorway provides access to the garden room with high ceiling and fully glazed on three sides with French doors leading to the rear patio. This is a delightful room with all year round use and 180 degree views of the garden and grounds. The dining room has an open fire and views over the paddock. The kitchen/breakfast room with window over-looking the rear garden has a large 4 oven Aga. Leading off the kitchen is a small lobby with access to the garden, pantry and utility room. The spacious walk in pantry with adequate shelving and plenty of storage is a wonderful addition to any home. Adjoining, the large utility room with sink, appliances and a pulley maid also has room for tack and outdoor clothing. Local Authority: Breckland District Council Council Tax: G There is a useful basement space accessed by stairs from the cloakroom, with a Game cupboard and ventilation fan. Currently utilised for general storage with the opportunity to convert into a gym or home office. The rear corridor provides access to a side entrance door, boiler room, storage cupboard and impressive original, lead and cedar lined Skidmore safe. The second staircase once used by the staff gives discrete access to the first-floor landing. All six bedrooms are double rooms with amazing views over the grounds and the adjoining Norfolk countryside. The master bedroom with views over the paddocks has a wonderful original Art Deco en- suite bathroom with shower, basin and WC. This bathroom has a Jack and Jill arrangement with a further door leading to the landing. The second original Art Deco bathroom, and a separate WC, are located on this floor. A doorway off the landing, gives access to the attic and the 7th double bedroom. There is further opportunity here to create an en- suite bathroom or walk in wardrobe in undeveloped adjoining roof space. The large integral double garage is a good size with high ceiling, There is a small workshop and storage area to the rear. The grounds are mainly laid to grass and shrubs. The paddock areas are on level ground and set to grass. The field shelters and post and rail fencing are in good order throughout. The sale of Breckland Manor represents a rare opportunity to acquire a magnificent country home in 3 acres of land, which is equipped for personal equestrian use. The current owners have lived in this property for the past 13 years, where their children have grown up enjoying the rural lifestyle. Remarkably this is the first time since 1977 that the property has been on the market for sale. The Lodge, the annex to Breckland Manor was built 10 years ago by the present owners, and includes a kitchenette/living area, with integrated fridge, hob and cooker, a shower room and a bedroom. Outside there is a veranda, a small private shrub-lined lawn, (fenced in) and shingled parking, off the main driveway for one car. Location Breckland Manor, Illington Rd, Wretham, Norfolk IP24 1RW This property can be found just off the A1075, north of Thetford. When traveling from Thetford, at the cross roads in Wretham turn right onto the Illington Road. SERVICES Water from private bore hole. Electricity connected. Ordnance Survey © Crown Copyright 2020. All Rights Reserved. Licence number 100022432 Oil Fired Central Heating System Plotted Scale - 1:1500. Paper Size - A4 Private Drainage, Septic tank. The linked image cannot be displayed. The file may have been moved, renamed, or deleted. Verify that the link points to the correct file and location. 14 Bridge Street, Thetford, Norfolk, IP24 3AA T: 01842 754161 E: [email protected] www.chilterns.co .