Elegant Historic Riverside House with Games Room

The Old Rectory is a stunning Grade II listed house, built in 1715, where timeless elegance meets modern comfort. Set within two acres of private gardens stretching down to the River Yare, it’s an idyllic setting for celebrations, family gatherings, and special occasions. Just three miles from Norwich, guests can explore independent shops, enjoy eclectic cafés, or visit the 900-year-old Market, Castle, and Cathedral—perfectly balancing countryside tranquillity with city discovery. The space Key Indoor Features • Spacious living room designed for catching up, sharing laughs, playing games, and enjoying relaxed evenings together. • Huge dining table (comfortably seating 14 or up to 16 for a cosier gathering ) for shared meals, celebrations, and cocktails — plus an additional outdoor dining table (seats 15+) on the terrace and a children’s table in the conservatory for easy family gatherings. • Dedicated Games Room, complete with full-size table tennis and table football — ideal for tournaments, friendly rivalry, and late-night fun. A selection of toys keeps children entertained too. • Fully equipped traditional kitchen, perfect for group cooking, big breakfasts, or setting up grazing boards. • Cosy library with shelves of books and magazines for grown-ups, while children’s books, DVDs, and games are dotted throughout the house for easy downtime. Key Outdoor Features • River frontage for wild swimming, with canoes, kayaks, and boards available. Trout have been spotted for keen fishermen, while little ones can enjoy safe paddling and river dipping. • Four beautiful gardens and woodland areas, with multiple spots for morning coffees, afternoon drinks, or quiet chats — from shaded nooks to open lawns, there’s always an inviting corner to relax. • Outdoor games including croquet, boules, giant Jenga and badminton for fun afternoons. • Plenty of on-site parking — start the de-stress on arrival. Places to Visit Within 1 Hour • Blickling Estate (30 mins) – Stunning National Trust manor house with lakes, gardens and woodland walks. • Holkham Hall & Beach (50–60 mins) – Grand stately home, extensive parkland and one of Norfolk’s most beautiful sandy beaches. • Strumpshaw Fen RSPB Reserve (20–25 mins) – Peaceful nature reserve with reedbeds, birds and riverside trails. • The Norfolk Broads (20–40 mins) – Boat hire, wildlife, scenic waterways and charming Broads villages. • Winterton-on-Sea (35–40 mins) – Quiet coastal village with a wide sandy beach and seasonal seal-spotting. • Cromer (45–55 mins) – Classic seaside town with a pier, cliff walks and great fish & chips. • BeWILDerwood (30 mins) – A family-friendly outdoor adventure park set in woodland. • Sheringham Park (50 mins) – Beautiful National Trust parkland with coastal views and rhododendron walks. • Felbrigg Hall (45–50 mins) – Elegant historic house with walled gardens and woodland trails. • Holt (50–55 mins) – Georgian market town with boutiques, galleries and steam railway. • Horsey Gap (35–40 mins) – Dunes and beaches famous for their grey seal colony in winter. Guest access The entire property apart from one attic room which is used for storage