Necton

Guide Price: £525,000-£550,000.

Tucked away on a quiet country lane in the charming village of Necton, 52 Chantry Lane is more than just a home. Once a place of quiet reflection, this former chapel has been thoughtfully and lovingly transformed into a stunning four bedroom character home, complete with a beautifully appointed one bedroom self-contained annexe. Whether you’re drawn to its rich history or its modern versatility, this is a home that welcomes you with open arms.

Step through the door and feel the difference immediately - the soaring ceilings, the soft filtered light, the craftsmanship that whispers of the past while embracing the comforts of today. Every corner of this home is full of character, yet every space feels warm, liveable, and deeply personal.

The layout flows effortlessly, open yet intimate, ideal for cosy evenings by the fire, slow Sunday mornings with coffee and music, or relaxed dinners with friends. It’s a space that encourages creativity, quiet reflection, and togetherness.

Beyond the main house, the detached annexe offers a world of opportunity - a peaceful guest retreat, a home office, a rental for extra income, or even a wellness studio or art space. Thoughtfully finished and full of light, it has its own private entrance, kitchen, bathroom, and bedroom, perfect for modern multi-generational living or lifestyle flexibility.

Outside, the garden is your sanctuary - beautifully planted and incredibly private, with space to entertain, grow your own vegetables, or simply unwind under the stars. The chapel’s history lingers gently in the air, and the peaceful setting adds to the sense of calm and grounding.

Whether you’re seeking a soulful family home, a country escape, or a space to live and work creatively, 52 Chantry Lane invites you to slow down, breathe deeper, and write your next chapter.

NECTON
Sat between Swaffham and Dereham, just off the A47 main route between King’s Lynn and Norwich, Necton offers the best of both traditional, rural living in the heart of the Brecklands along with easy access to every point of the county compass. A commuter’s idyllic hideaway definitely, but with Thetford Forest just 30 minutes away, there’s plenty of adventuring to be had for those who love to explore the great outdoors – load up the bikes to enjoy the cool of the forest trails on a hot summer’s day, challenge yourselves on the high wires at Go Ape, or simply unpack a picnic under the towering trees and reconnect with nature.

Historically, Necton appears in the Domesday Book as Nechetuna, meaning ‘town or settlement by a neck of land’ as it sits at the foot of a ridge, and Grade I listed All Saints’ church has a vast hammer beam and arch braced roof with carved angels which is a fabulous place to sit and contemplate – the Countess of Warwick is said to be buried in the churchyard.

Follow Tuns Road a little further and turn into Mill Street which once was a centre of industry when a five-storey windmill ground flour from crops grown in surrounding farmland. By 1970, the once towering building had been converted into a single-storey residence with a flat roof and this has been a shop through the decades. Enjoy a glass and a home cooked meal at the local pub, the appropriately named The Windmill Inn. Looking to the future, just outside Necton a new sub-station will harness energy from off-shore wind farms on the east coast, once again putting this thriving village community on the map.

SERVICES CONNECTED
Mains electricity, water and drainage. Gas fired central heating.

COUNCIL TAX
Main Property - Band D.
Annexe - Band A.

ENERGY EFFICIENCY RATING
D. Ref: 9181-3040-6203-9694-0204

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
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