High Green, Brooke, Norwich, Norfolk, NR15

There are houses which have been beautifully finished, and there are homes which offer genuine individuality. Brooke Chapel manages to deliver both.

This remarkable detached former Baptist chapel has been transformed into an exceptional family home, with around 2500 sq. ft. of accommodation combining the building’s original character with a crisp, contemporary specification.

The defining feature is undoubtedly the breathtaking kitchen and dining room. Extending to approximately 23ft and rising into the full height of the chapel, this spectacular space is framed by exposed timber trusses and overlooked by a glazed galleried landing. It provides an unforgettable centrepiece for the home and is a setting equally suited to everyday family life and large-scale entertaining.

The kitchen itself has been finished to an impressive standard, with sleek cabinetry, extensive quartz work surfaces and a substantial central island incorporating an induction hob and breakfast-bar seating. Integrated appliances include Neff ovens, a full-height fridge and freezer, and a dishwasher.

Double doors connect the kitchen with an equally impressive sitting room. Measuring approximately 23ft in length, this generous triple-aspect reception room is flooded with natural light and offers plenty of freedom for different furniture arrangements. Doors open directly onto the porcelain terrace, creating an easy connection between the house and its outside space.

The entrance is every bit as distinctive as the rest of the property. Original double doors open into a vestibule and spacious reception hall, immediately introducing the quality of the conversion. From here there is a well-appointed utility room, a cloakroom and a flexible study which could comfortably serve as a fifth bedroom, playroom or additional reception room.

A bespoke staircase with oak detailing and inset glass rises to the first floor, where the galleried landing looks back across the kitchen and dining room below. This is one of the home’s most memorable features, allowing the scale, natural light and exposed chapel timbers to be appreciated from an entirely different perspective.

Four genuine double bedrooms are arranged around the landing, each offering its own individual character. Vaulted ceilings, rooflights and original exposed beams feature throughout the first floor, providing a reminder of the building’s history without compromising the clean, contemporary finish.

Two of the bedrooms benefit from beautifully appointed en-suite shower rooms. The remaining bedrooms are served by a luxurious family bathroom featuring a separate bath and generous walk-in rainfall shower. All three bathrooms have been finished with attractive contemporary tiling, fitted storage, heated towel rails and illuminated mirrors.

Underfloor heating extends throughout both floors and is powered by an air-source heat pump, while neutral décor, tiled flooring and natural oak internal doors create a consistent finish across the home.

Outside, a wide entrance opens onto an extensive shingled driveway providing substantial parking and turning space. The enclosed walled garden has been deliberately designed for low-maintenance living, with a porcelain terrace extending directly from the sitting room and plenty of space for outdoor seating, entertaining and further landscaping.

Set within the heart of Brooke, the property enjoys an established village setting within convenient reach of the local primary school, village pub, farm shop, village hall and recreational facilities. Norwich is approximately eight miles away, making this a superb option for anyone seeking village life without feeling disconnected from the city. Brooke Primary School, Brooke Village Hall, South Norfolk Village Assessment

Brooke Chapel is a home of genuine architectural interest. The quality of its conversion is clear, but it is the scale of the central living space, the exposed historic timbers and the spectacular galleried design which make it truly unforgettable. Internal viewing will be essential to fully appreciate everything this unique village home has to offer.

Additional Information:

Council Tax Band - TBC
Local Authority - South Norfolk Council
We have been advised that the property is connected to mains water, drainage, electricity and heating is via an air source heat pump. Underfloor heating is found throughout the home.

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