The Old Rectory ,

A beautifully refurbished Grade ll Listed Former Rectory in a secluded position on the edge of this popular attractive village and standing in about 9.5 acres (stms) of gardens, woodland and paddocks.

Features - 6/7 Bedrooms - 6 En Suite Bathrooms - Drawing Room - Dining Room - Large Kitchen/Breakfast Room - Entrance and Staircase Halls - 2 x W.C. - Cellar - Utility - Hand Built Kitchen with Aga - Workshop/Stores - Garden, Woodland, Paddocks - In all approx. 9.5 acres (stms.) - Secluded Edge of Village Location

Driving Distances (approx.) - Coast 16 miles - Fakenham 9 miles - Swaffham 8 miles - King’s Lynn 13 miles

Situation The Old Rectory is situated on the southern end of the village of Great Massingham which is an attractive and sought after village with period houses looking over the central Green and Pond. The Dabbling Duck Public House also overlooking the Green is high ly regarded and there is excellent walking close by on Peddars Way.

There are good local schools in the area and private schooling at Greshams where there is Senior, Prep and Pre Prep and Nursery Schools. Shopping is available at the market town of Swaff ham to the south which has a Waitrose Store and to the north east at Fakenham.

To the west is the London train service available at both King’s Lynn and to London Kings Cross. and the North Norfolk coast are both directly to the north where there is wonderful walking, sailing, bird watching and many other leisure pursuits.

Description The Old Rectory has been painstakingly refurbished over the last year to include a new roof, new hand built kitchen with AGA, new

sanitary fittings and new heating, plumbing and wiring throughout. It offers all the p leasure of period charm without the worries.

The house has many fine period features, not least of all the cantilevered staircase which has large casement windows on each floor, filling the centre of the house with natural light which is a feature of the whole property. The original flagstones in the hall have been renovated and there are some attractive period fireplaces.

There are two well-proportioned reception rooms and a wonderful large family kitchen/breakfast room. The rooms are well proportion ed and the six bedrooms all have en-suites and the first floor rear bedroom has its own sitting room, excellent for teenagers or a separate living area.

The house stands well in its mature (Image of the pond at Great Massingham) gardens with a substantial wall to the west of the main garden an d beyond a courtyard bordered by partially dilapidated traditional outbuildings left for the new owner to reconfigure to their own specifications. In all about 9.5 acres (stms.)

Norwich 01603 612 333 [email protected] 2 Redwell Street, Norwich, NR2 4SN jackson-stops.co.uk Burnham Market 01328 801 333 [email protected] 4 Emma’s Court, Burnham Market, PE31 8HD

Directions PE32 2EY Take the A1065 from Fakenham through the village of South Raynham and Weasenham St Peter. Turn right onto the B1145 follow this road past the sign to Rougham. Take the next turning signposted to Great Massingham on the right into Rougham Road at the end turn left into Weasenham Road, The driveway to the property is about 250 yards on the right hand side behind a high edge.

Local Authority Kings Lynn and West Norfolk District Council Band G: Approx. Annual Cost: £2613.00

Services Mains water and electricity, private drainage, oil fired central heating and AGA

Fixtures & Fittings Items regarded as fixtures and fittings including carpets, curtains, light fittings, kitchen appliances and garden ornaments are excluded although these items may be available by separate negotiation.

Viewings Strictly by prior appointment with sole agents Jackson-Stops & Staff. 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: Jackson -Stops & Staff, their clients and any joint agents give notice that: 1. They have no authority to make or give any representat ions or warranties in relation to the property. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contra ct 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 regulations or other consents and Jackson-Stops & Staff have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. 2014