For Sale By Auction | 12:00 pm, 20 February 2015 | Lot 49

The Old Rectory, 53 Downham Road, Watlington, King's Lynn, PE33 0HS

Withdrawn After

  • Detached House
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • Tenure: Freehold

Call the team on 01603 505 100 for more information

Auction Date

Fri 20/02/2015

Auction Time

12:00 pm

Auction Venue

Dukes Head Hotel, 5-6 Tuesday Market Place, King's Lynn, PE30 1JS

An impressive detached rectory requiring updating or having further redevelopment potential, stpp

This former village Rectory is set behind wrought iron gates opening to a gravel drive in a delightfully private and secluded location within its own grounds of approximately two acres (stms) and partly surrounded by a moat. We understand the house has its origins in the 13th Century but has, over the last few hundred years, been added to and extended and now provides well proportioned accommodation extending to over 5,000 sq.ft. with many unique architectural features including a Georgian staircase, marble fireplaces and panelled internal doors. The property now requires updating and would provide a substantial and delightful private residence. Alternatively, there is the possibility that the house could be converted into apartments or housese and the grounds used for residential development. We understand that the Church Commissioners have indicated they would be amenable to this suggestion, subject to planning permission.

Tenure

Freehold

Description

Watlington is a sought after village just south of Downham Market and has its own mainline railway station giving connection to Cambridge and King's Cross.

Ground Floor

Entrance hall, two reception rooms, kitchen, w.c., utility, washroom, store room, boiler room, study, library room.

First Floor

Three bedrooms with three further rooms, shower room, bathroom.

Second Floor

Four bedrooms.

Outside

Substantial private grounds with wooded areas and large lawn, range of derelict outbuildings.

Note

We understand the property is not Listed, which enhances the possibility for potential conversion and development.

Viewing

Please call the Auctioneers - 01603 505100

Energy Efficiency Rating (EPC)

Current Rating F

Services

Interested parties are requested to make their own enquiries to the relevant authorities as to the availability of services.

Local Authority

The Borough Council of King's Lynn and West Norfolk. Tel: 01553 692722

Solicitors

Norton Legal, Unit 8 Beech Avenue, Taverham, Norwich NR8 6HW, Ref: Mrs T Guest, Tel: (01603) 864331

Important Notice to Prospective Buyers:

We draw your attention to the Special Conditions of Sale within the Legal Pack, referring to other charges in addition to the purchase price which may become payable. Such costs may include Search Fees, reimbursement of Sellers costs and Legal Fees, and Transfer Fees amongst others.

Additional Fees

Administration Charge - 0.3% inc VAT of the purchase price, subject to a minimum of £1,200 (£1,000+ VAT), payable on exchange of contracts.

Disbursements - Please see the legal pack for any disbursements listed that may become payable by the purchaser on completion.