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The Priory

Wiggenhall St. Mary Magdalen, Norfolk

£895,000
For Sale
4.5 Acres
6 Bedrooms
4 Bathrooms
4 Reception Rooms
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"A rare opportunity to own a remarkable Grade II* listed 16th-century hall house set in approx. 4.5 acres (STS) of secluded gardens and orchards."

The Property
Tucked within approximately 4.5 acres (STS) of secluded, beautifully curated grounds, The Priory is an architectural treasure – a Grade II* listed home of significant historical importance, steeped in character and layered history. Built circa 1525, this timber-framed T-plan hall house was likely constructed for a prosperous merchant, capitalising on its enviable position beside the Great Ouse – then a vital artery between King’s Lynn, Ely, and Cambridge.

The home bears many hallmarks of its era: a rare crown-post roof structure, elaborately carved tie-beams, and its most iconic feature – a striking ornately carved vine-trail beam in the main sitting room, a piece of craftsmanship so distinctive it feels almost sculptural. The house also features a small, historically significant cellar that may have been connected to early commercial uses. Evidence suggests that the house once had an additional wing (possibly an early kitchen), as well as an early stair turret.

Sympathetic upgrades over the last 22 years have preserved its soul while introducing warmth and modernity – oak flooring, wood burners, and secondary glazing where permissible complement the original framework, creating a space that is both timeless and deeply liveable.

Inside, the accommodation spans six bedrooms and four bathrooms, with four reception rooms offering space to host, retreat, or work in serene surroundings. The layout flows naturally and lends itself to multi-generational living or those simply seeking a spacious and storied home.

Externally
Outside, the 4.5-acre grounds (stms) unfold as a series of spaces: structured gardens, a flourishing orchard of traditional apple varieties, greenhouses, wildflower pockets, and quiet corners where birdsong and breeze reign. A suite of beautifully restored outbuildings includes an impressive steel-framed workshop and garage facilities, ideal for professional or creative pursuits.

Just a short walk from Watlington station, with direct services to Ely, Cambridge, and London, the home balances privacy with practicality. Nearby, King’s Lynn offers far more than its famed Georgian architecture — from medieval merchant halls and cobbled lanes to galleries, festivals, and fine riverside dining, it’s a vibrant hub of history and culture.

With no onward chain, The Priory offers an extraordinary opportunity: to become part of the living story of one of West Norfolk’s most remarkable heritage homes.

Location

Wiggenhall St. Mary Magdalen, Norfolk

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