£450,000
(£169/sq. ft)
3 bed semi-detached house for saleTuns Road, Necton, Swaffham PE37
3 beds
3 baths
2 receptions
2,662 sq. ft
EPC Rating: E
Freehold
About this property
Grade II Listed, 18th Century Home
Generous Plot with Picturesque Field Views to Rear
Close to Village Amenities
Easy Access to A47 for Swaffham and Dereham Town Centre
Multiple Reception Spaces
Garage and Outbuilding with Potential to Convert (stpp)
Versatile Accommodation Spread Over Three Floors
En-Suite to Principal Bedroom, with a First Floor Bathroom and Ground Floor Shower Room
Eastgate House is an attractive Grade II listed semi-detached period home, believed to date from the 18th century, occupying a generous plot in the Norfolk village of Necton. The property retains a strong sense of period character, with traditional Norfolk materials including flint elevations, painted brickwork and pantile roofs, while offering versatile accommodation arranged over three floors.
The house is set within an established plot, approached via a generous gravelled area with mature planting and trees providing privacy and a leafy setting. To the rear, the property enjoys picturesque open views across the surrounding fields, giving the house a particularly appealing rural outlook while remaining within easy reach of the village’s everyday amenities.
Internally, the accommodation is well suited to modern family life, with multiple reception spaces providing flexibility for both everyday living and entertaining. The principal reception room is complemented by a separate snug, while the kitchen provides a practical additional living space. The arrangement allows different areas of the house to be used according to individual requirements, including as home working, hobbies or quieter family spaces.
The accommodation extends over the first and second floors, creating a useful degree of separation between living and bedroom areas. The principal bedroom benefits from an en-suite, with a further bedroom and family bathroom on the first floor. The second floor provides a substantial loft room, offering considerable versatility as an office, studio, playroom, hobby space or occasional guest accommodation, subject to the relevant consents.
The property’s Grade II listing reflects its architectural and historic interest, and there are a number of period features throughout, complemented by the characterful exterior. The house has the proportions and individuality associated with an older property, while its flexible layout provides scope for a new owner to adapt the accommodation to their own needs.
Outside, the generous plot is an important feature of Eastgate House. Mature trees and established planting create a private and attractive setting around the house, while the open aspect to the rear provides a direct connection with the surrounding countryside. A detached garage provides useful vehicle and storage space, alongside a separate outbuilding. The outbuilding has potential for alternative use or conversion, subject to planning permission, listed building consent and any other necessary approvals.
Necton offers a range of local amenities for day-to-day needs, while the property’s location provides convenient access to the A47. This gives straightforward connections towards Swaffham and Dereham, both of which provide a broader selection of shops, services and leisure facilities. The surrounding countryside also provides opportunities for walking and enjoying the wider Norfolk landscape.
Eastgate House therefore offers a combination of period character, generous outside space and adaptable accommodation that is increasingly difficult to find. The semi-detached setting, field views, multiple reception areas, three floors of accommodation, garage and potentially convertible outbuilding provide plenty of scope, while the location offers the balance of village living and convenient access to the surrounding towns.
Necton
Positioned between Swaffham and Dereham, with convenient access to the A47 linking Norwich and King’s Lynn, Necton combines village living with excellent connections across Norfolk. Surrounded by Breckland countryside, the village is well placed for both everyday convenience and outdoor pursuits, with Thetford Forest around 30 minutes away offering walking and cycling trails, Go Ape adventures and peaceful picnic spots beneath the pines.
Rich in history, Necton is recorded in the Domesday Book as Nechetuna, meaning ‘settlement by a neck of land’, reflecting its position at the foot of a ridge. At the heart of the village stands the Grade I listed All Saints’ Church, renowned for its impressive hammerbeam roof and carved angel details, creating one of the area’s most striking historic landmarks.
The village itself offers a strong sense of community alongside a range of useful amenities including a village shop, post office, primary school, doctors’ surgery and café. The Windmill Inn remains a popular destination for relaxed dining and drinks, while nearby Swaffham and Dereham provide further supermarkets, independent shops and leisure facilities.
Necton’s location also makes it ideal for exploring the wider county. The North Norfolk coastline, the city of Norwich and the market towns of mid-Norfolk are all within easy reach, while the nearby Brecks provide miles of open countryside, nature reserves and walking routes to enjoy throughout the seasons.
Services connected
Mains water, electricity and drainage. Gas central heating.
Council tax
Band C.
Energy efficiency rating
D. Ref: To retrieve the Energy Performance Certificate for this property please visit and enter in the reference number above. Alternatively, the full certificate can be obtained through Sowerbys.
Tenure
Freehold.
Location
What3words: ///ultra.clerics.opera
website tags
perfect-views
village-spirit
historical-homes
EPC Rating: E
Parking - Garage
Parking - Driveway
Disclaimer
These particulars are provided as a guide only and do not form part of any offer or contract. Sowerbys and its representatives have no authority to make or give representations or warranties. All descriptions, measurements, photographs and plans are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact. Buyers should satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the information through inspection or professional advice. Services, appliances and equipment have not been tested and no warranty can be given as to their condition. Planning permissions, building regulations and other consents should be verified by the buyer’s legal adviser. In accordance with Anti-Money Laundering regulations, proceeding buyers must complete a digital id check through our compliance partner. A charge of £48 including VAT per sale or purchase applies. Leasehold buyers should confirm ground rent, service charges and lease details with their legal adviser.
The house is set within an established plot, approached via a generous gravelled area with mature planting and trees providing privacy and a leafy setting. To the rear, the property enjoys picturesque open views across the surrounding fields, giving the house a particularly appealing rural outlook while remaining within easy reach of the village’s everyday amenities.
Internally, the accommodation is well suited to modern family life, with multiple reception spaces providing flexibility for both everyday living and entertaining. The principal reception room is complemented by a separate snug, while the kitchen provides a practical additional living space. The arrangement allows different areas of the house to be used according to individual requirements, including as home working, hobbies or quieter family spaces.
The accommodation extends over the first and second floors, creating a useful degree of separation between living and bedroom areas. The principal bedroom benefits from an en-suite, with a further bedroom and family bathroom on the first floor. The second floor provides a substantial loft room, offering considerable versatility as an office, studio, playroom, hobby space or occasional guest accommodation, subject to the relevant consents.
The property’s Grade II listing reflects its architectural and historic interest, and there are a number of period features throughout, complemented by the characterful exterior. The house has the proportions and individuality associated with an older property, while its flexible layout provides scope for a new owner to adapt the accommodation to their own needs.
Outside, the generous plot is an important feature of Eastgate House. Mature trees and established planting create a private and attractive setting around the house, while the open aspect to the rear provides a direct connection with the surrounding countryside. A detached garage provides useful vehicle and storage space, alongside a separate outbuilding. The outbuilding has potential for alternative use or conversion, subject to planning permission, listed building consent and any other necessary approvals.
Necton offers a range of local amenities for day-to-day needs, while the property’s location provides convenient access to the A47. This gives straightforward connections towards Swaffham and Dereham, both of which provide a broader selection of shops, services and leisure facilities. The surrounding countryside also provides opportunities for walking and enjoying the wider Norfolk landscape.
Eastgate House therefore offers a combination of period character, generous outside space and adaptable accommodation that is increasingly difficult to find. The semi-detached setting, field views, multiple reception areas, three floors of accommodation, garage and potentially convertible outbuilding provide plenty of scope, while the location offers the balance of village living and convenient access to the surrounding towns.
Necton
Positioned between Swaffham and Dereham, with convenient access to the A47 linking Norwich and King’s Lynn, Necton combines village living with excellent connections across Norfolk. Surrounded by Breckland countryside, the village is well placed for both everyday convenience and outdoor pursuits, with Thetford Forest around 30 minutes away offering walking and cycling trails, Go Ape adventures and peaceful picnic spots beneath the pines.
Rich in history, Necton is recorded in the Domesday Book as Nechetuna, meaning ‘settlement by a neck of land’, reflecting its position at the foot of a ridge. At the heart of the village stands the Grade I listed All Saints’ Church, renowned for its impressive hammerbeam roof and carved angel details, creating one of the area’s most striking historic landmarks.
The village itself offers a strong sense of community alongside a range of useful amenities including a village shop, post office, primary school, doctors’ surgery and café. The Windmill Inn remains a popular destination for relaxed dining and drinks, while nearby Swaffham and Dereham provide further supermarkets, independent shops and leisure facilities.
Necton’s location also makes it ideal for exploring the wider county. The North Norfolk coastline, the city of Norwich and the market towns of mid-Norfolk are all within easy reach, while the nearby Brecks provide miles of open countryside, nature reserves and walking routes to enjoy throughout the seasons.
Services connected
Mains water, electricity and drainage. Gas central heating.
Council tax
Band C.
Energy efficiency rating
D. Ref: To retrieve the Energy Performance Certificate for this property please visit and enter in the reference number above. Alternatively, the full certificate can be obtained through Sowerbys.
Tenure
Freehold.
Location
What3words: ///ultra.clerics.opera
website tags
perfect-views
village-spirit
historical-homes
EPC Rating: E
Parking - Garage
Parking - Driveway
Disclaimer
These particulars are provided as a guide only and do not form part of any offer or contract. Sowerbys and its representatives have no authority to make or give representations or warranties. All descriptions, measurements, photographs and plans are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact. Buyers should satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the information through inspection or professional advice. Services, appliances and equipment have not been tested and no warranty can be given as to their condition. Planning permissions, building regulations and other consents should be verified by the buyer’s legal adviser. In accordance with Anti-Money Laundering regulations, proceeding buyers must complete a digital id check through our compliance partner. A charge of £48 including VAT per sale or purchase applies. Leasehold buyers should confirm ground rent, service charges and lease details with their legal adviser.
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