The East Wing at Wolterton Hall

The highlights

• Wolterton Hall was built by Horatio Walpole, brother to the esteemed Sir Robert Walpole.
• The East Wing is a grand seven-bedroom apartment within the main Palladian Hall.
• Rooms are finished with a period grandeur and have elegant antiques, luxury furnishings and beautiful views of the garden.
• Explore the Hall’s magnificent grounds or the flourishing Norfolk countryside, admiring its historic towns and coastal scenery.

You should know

• The Wolterton Hall parkland is shared by a handful of exclusive holiday properties.
• Wolterton Hall is a private residence, the East Wing is part of the main manor house.
• Personal concierge and chef services are available at an additional charge.

The detail

Escape to this exclusive, rural estate in Norfolk’s finest country landscapes, to experience a luxurious stay in a Grade I-listed manor. Built by Horatio Walpole, brother to the esteemed Sir Robert Walpole, Wolterton Hall is an impressive country house that has a rich and colourful history. With its latest restoration and new lease of life, guests now have a rare opportunity to unwind in its exquisite East Wing apartment. Marvel at its elegant antiques and its intricate artwork, exploring the 500 acre estate and its beautiful parkland.

The East Wing at Wolterton Hall offers the ultimate in luxury and is a private seven-bed apartment in the 18th century Palladian manor. The East Wing has its own private garden and enjoys splendid views of the lake and is a peaceful retreat where indulgence awaits. Expect grand proportioned rooms framed by timeless Georgian windows, complimented by antique furnishings, lavish mirrors and original artwork. Ornate chandeliers hang from the soaring ceilings, while roaring open fires add that warm, country feeling.

Days can be spent in the refined living areas, gathering with friends and family or finding a quiet, cosy hideout. There’s the stately drawing room with its plush sink-in sofas, along with the sophisticated dining room and hand made, oak kitchen with double Aga and large range cooker. Each has been styled with a blend of comfort and opulence and boasts classic pieces and select mod-cons.

Seven double bedrooms can be found around the East Wing with viSpring beds, goose down duvets and Egyptian cotton linen. The rooms have been finished with their own understated period glamour and feature soothing colours, sumptuous fabrics and stunning views of the parkland. Choose the master double bedroom for its striking four poster bed. Five marble bathrooms finish off the accommodation and are fitted with an array of contemporary showers and cast-iron bath tubs. Or head up to the gorgeous light filled Tower Bedroom with vaulted ceiling and impressive corona.

Beyond the splendour of the East Wing lies the Hall’s magnificent grounds, which are blessed with natural woodlands, open fields and sparkling lake waters. Its flourishing walled garden is the largest in Norfolk and one of the largest in England and it's been carefully restored to reflect their original finery. Explore the glorious estate and the majestic Norfolk scenery, stopping off in nearby Aylsham to pick up some fresh local produce. The historic sights of Norwich and Holt can also be found close-by, along with the sweeping sandy beaches of Norfolk’s seaside towns.

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