- Rare opportunity to purchase a piece of Norfolk history +
- The Old School House, Snetterton was built in 1826 by Rev Keppel +
- The property once served the local parish as a place of learning +
- Has been tastefully converted into a beautifully appointed family home. +
- Offering approximately 2500 sq ft of living space with potential to extend (stpp) +
- Sitting on a generous 0.50 acre plot with potential 100ft x 40ft building plot (stpp) +
- Has been partially renovated hence price / Second fixings and decoration required +
- Well placed for the Snetterton Race Course, Service centre with eateries and main A11 for commuting +
- Side plot 90ft x 70ft with swimming pool, BBQ area, ideal for entertaining +
- See our full online listing for further details including flood risk, broadband speed and other material information +
The Old School House, Snetterton, NR16 2LD – A Rare Piece of Norfolk History
Steeped in history and charm, The Old School House in Snetterton offers a unique opportunity to own a striking period residence dating back to 1826. Built by Reverend Edward Southwell Keppel, this distinctive property once served the local parish as a place of learning and has since been tastefully converted into a beautifully appointed family home, which is partially renovated hence price.
Set within the peaceful surroundings of rural Norfolk, the property retains many of its original features and high ceilings that echo its academic past. The building’s architectural heritage has been thoughtfully preserved, blending character with modern comforts.
The accommodation is well laid out and deceptively spacious, offering approximately 2500 sq ft of living space and featuring an inviting entrance hallway, a generous dual-aspect living room with original schoolroom windows, a separate dining room perfect for entertaining, and a country-style kitchen that leads out to a private garden. Upstairs, you’ll find well-proportioned bedrooms with elevated views over the surrounding countryside, bedroom one has its own balcony to enjoy the views on long summer nights, alongside a stylishly appointed bathroom.
Outside, the generous 0.50 acre plot with potential building plot (stpp), which enjoys mature gardens to the front and rear, and side garden 90ft x 70ft, with swimming pool and BBQ area ideal for entertaining, off-road parking and garage 21ft 3' x 9ft 1' offering potential for home working or studio space. The setting is tranquil, yet conveniently placed for access to the A11, making it ideal for commuters to Norwich, Cambridge, or London.
Whether you’re looking for a character-filled family home or a quiet Norfolk retreat with history in every stone, The Old School House is a truly special find.
Tenure: Freehold EPC: F Council Tax: F
Entrance Hall - 4.85m x 1.93m (15'11" x 6'4")
Utility Room - 2.69m x 1.83m (8'10" x 6'0")
Cloakroom - 1.83m x 0.69m (6'0" x 2'3")
Dining Room - 4.88m x 3.58m (16'0" x 11'9")
Living Room - 4.85m x 4.75m (15'11" x 15'7")
Garden Room - 3.66m x 2.62m (12'0" x 8'7")
Inner Hallway - 3.38m x 1.22m (11'1" x 4'0")
Kitchen/Breakfast Room - 4.85m x 4.44m (15'11" x 14'7")
Bedroom/Study - 4.8m x 3.05m (15'9" x 10'0")
Cloakroom two - 2.16m x 1.09m (7'1" x 3'7")
Access to side garden
Landing - 6.1m x 1.37m (20'0" x 4'6")
Family Bathroom - 3.28m x 2.36m (10'9" x 7'9")
Bedroom One with balcony, dressing room and en suite - 5m x 4.83m (16'5" x 15'10")
Dressing Room - 2.41m x 2.13m (7'11" x 7'0")
En suite - 3.43m x 2.26m (11'3" x 7'5")
Balcony - 3.66m x 1.07m (12'0" x 3'6")
Landing Area off Bedroom One - 4.9m x 1.37m (16'1" x 4'6")
Bedroom Two - 3.61m x 3.2m (11'10" x 10'6")
Bedroom Three with built in wardrobe - 3.51m x 2.77m (11'6" x 9'1")
Bedroom Four with built in wardrobe - 3.45m x 2.67m (11'4" x 8'9")
Bedroom Five - 4.09m x 2.59m (13'5" x 8'6")
Outside
Plot Size - 60.96m x 27.43m (200'0" x 90'0") narrowing to 40ft
Side Garden - 27.43m x 21.34m (90'0" x 70'0")
Swimming Pool - 9.14m x 4.57m (30'0" x 15'0")
BBQ area - 2.74m x 2.29m (9'0" x 7'6")
Garage - 6.48m x 2.77m (21'3" x 9'1")
Ample Off Road Parking
Potential Building Plot (STPP) - 30.48m x 12.19m (100'0" x 40'0") narrowing to a point
AGENT’S NOTES -
Planning : Details, if any, can be found on the Breckland Council Planning website.
Covenants, Rights and Restrictions: Please enquire with the selling agents for any information.
Broadband : FTTP - Ultrafast Full Fibre -See Ofcom checker and Openreach website for more details.
Mobile phone : See Ofcom checker for coverage details.
Flood risk : Very low risk of surface, risk rivers and seas according to Gov.uk website
Services : Mains electricity and water, LPG gas, oil heating and septic tank with soak away
Local authority : Norfolk County Council and Breckland Council
Council Tax Band : F
Tenure : Freehold
EPC : F
Conveniently located for Snetterton Race Track. Residents season passes are offered, which include residents track days.