West Road, Forncett St. Peter, Norwich
- Land size
- 1.09 acres
- Bedrooms
- 9
Key Features
- Substantial detached residence (formerly used as a B&B)
- Set in 1.09 Acres
- 9 Bedrooms
- Lounge and separate dining room
- Kitchen, utility room and side conservatory
- Swimming pool ( some work needed )
- 41ft x 15 ft Conservatory/games room
- Excellent connections to nearby market towns of Wymondham, Diss and Attleborough
- Rural secluded position
Description
GUIDE PRICE - £675,000 - £700,000
Sunnyside South is an impressive nine-bedroom former bed and breakfast, now offered as a substantial and versatile family home extending to approximately 4,000 sq ft. Occupying a private rural setting, the property sits within grounds of over one acre and enjoys far-reaching countryside views across open fields to the rear. Combining generous living accommodation with a peaceful location, Sunnyside South presents a rare opportunity for those seeking an exceptional family residence with space, privacy, and flexibility.
Location
This house is particularly well set enjoying a quiet semi-rural location and yet is only 11 miles or so from Norwich - the City of Culture - which has an excellent range of facilities, including a direct line to London Liverpool Street by train and an international airport. There is local schooling at Forncett which has an 'outstanding' Ofsted report. Within Tacolneston, the adjoining village, there is a primary school, two public houses and a takeaway. The ever-popular town of Wymondham is around 5 miles away with its excellent range of schools, supermarkets and local shops. In addition, there is a rail station on the Norwich to Cambridge line and easy access onto the A11 which is fully dualled to Newmarket and further beyond to Cambridge.
The Property
This exceptional residence offers beautifully appointed and generously proportioned accommodation throughout. The entrance hall sets the tone, leading to a ground-floor guest bedroom complete with a stylish en-suite, an impressive drawing room, a formal dining room, ideal for entertaining, a fitted kitchen/breakfast room and a separate utility room. A dedicated study provides the perfect space for home working. A particular highlight of the home is the magnificent 41ft x 15ft garden room, an outstanding entertaining and leisure space with panoramic views across the gardens and the swimming pool, seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor living. The first floor hosts five spacious double bedrooms, including two with en-suite shower rooms, complemented by a beautifully appointed family bathroom and an additional shower room, ensuring exceptional comfort for family and guests alike. Occupying the entire second floor, the principal bedroom suite provides an indulgent private sanctuary, complete with its own en-suite bathroom, offering the perfect retreat from the rest of the home. The are also two further bedrooms
Outside
Extending to approximately 1.09 acres in total, the grounds provide an exceptional degree of privacy, space and natural beauty. Whether enjoying quiet mornings surrounded by birdsong, or long summer evenings with family and friends, this is a truly special setting; a hidden sanctuary that feels a world away from the everyday. Approached via a quiet country road, the property enjoys an idyllic and secluded setting, with a shared driveway leading to an large shingled parking area. A substantial brick-built double garage with electric doors provides secure parking and excellent storage, while side access leads seamlessly to the private rear gardens. Designed to embrace its exceptional surroundings, the grounds offer a wonderful sense of peace and escape. The outdoor swimming pool provides the perfect focal point for summer entertaining and family enjoyment, which is currently in need of a new liner (please contact the office for further information). Beyond the formal garden lies a charming coppice, rich with a variety of mature trees, creating a picturesque woodland backdrop. This then opens onto an expansive grass area, offering endless possibilities for recreation, relaxation or simply enjoying the beauty and tranquility of the setting.
Services: Mains electricity, PV Solar. mains water, mains Drains, oil fired central heating and wood burner
How to get there: What3words: ///reserves.remit.argued
Viewing: By appointment with TW Gaze
Freehold
Council Tax: G
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Map Location
Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- G
- Date Posted
- 2026-08-05
Price history
| Date | Change | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep 2026 | Reduced 3.6% (−£25,000) | £675,000 |
| 5 Aug 2026 | Listed | £700,000 |
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 1,142 Homes with Land listings in East Anglia (1+ acres).
Energy Performance Certificate
Energy Efficiency Rating
Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)
Running costs are one side. Planning activity, flood history and ground risks for this location are in the full report.
Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
- Electricity
- Mains
- Water
- Mains
- Heating
- Oil Heating
- Broadband
- Ask Agent
- Sewerage
- Mains
Rights & Restrictions
- Public Rights of Way
- Ask Agent
- Private Rights of Way
- Ask Agent
- Listed Property
- Ask Agent
- Restrictions
- Yes
Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
- Accessibility
- Ask Agent
- Parking
- Garage, Off-Street Parking
- Garden
- Garden
Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.
Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
80 Mbps
Superfast
Suitable for
- HD streaming
- Video calls
- Web & social
Mobile signal
Predicted 4G and 5G signal; indoor signal depends on building materials.
Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.
Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- Tacolneston Church of England Primary Academy1 mileNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 70
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- Bunwell Primary School1.1 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 73
- Type
- Academy converter
- Forncett St Peter Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School1.5 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 84
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Carleton Rode Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School1.8 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 59
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Aslacton Primary School1.9 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 74
- Type
- Academy converter
Secondary
- Long Stratton High School3.3 milesOfsted report card · Feb 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 679
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Old Buckenham High School4.7 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 501
- Type
- Academy converter
- Wymondham College5.2 milesOfsted: Outstanding
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,427
- Type
- Academy converter
- Wymondham High Academy5.6 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,686
- Type
- Academy converter
- Attleborough Academy5.8 milesOfsted report card · Mar 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 976
- Type
- Academy converter
* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.
Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.
Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.
Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
Green space
Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.
The area stacks up? Now check the location itself: planning nearby, protected designations and past flooding.
Getting Around
Nearest station
Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.
Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.
Flood Risk
Environment Agency open data, checked around the advertised map pin for the listed acreage. Long-term risk counts flood defences; the planning map's flood zones do not. Provided by LandSale, not the listing agent, and not part of the agent's particulars. Risk varies across a holding, so verify before committing.
Rivers and the sea
Planning map: Flood Zone 1.
Surface water
Not at the pin: mapped about 10 metres away.
These bandings are the summary. Where this location sits on the flood maps, plus planning activity, heritage and ground risks, is in the full report.
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