This property is on the market with Ben Rivett of Savills, listed for £2,000,000.

This striking Elizabethan country house could be yours for £2M. Wilby Hall dates back to the 16th century and features much of its original architectural detail, built of mellow red brick with crow stepped gables and mullioned-and-transomed windows. 

The Grade II-listed property is believed to have been built by Sir Thomas Lovell, an English soldier and administrator, who went on to be the speaker of the House of Commons and Chancellor of the Exchequer. Other famous occupants include Robert Wilton, who was a friend of Oliver Cromwell, who likely stayed at Wilby Hall while visiting his friend.  

Wilby Hall is approached via a tree-lined drive, and the property comes with several outbuildings, including a chicken run, stables, a hayloft and a barn, which could be converted. 

The former dairy building has been converted into a spacious 1-bedroom cottage and studio. A swimming pool with a terrace runs the length of the south-facing wall of the outbuildings. 

Set in the heart of a lush 12 acre mature park, the country estate comes with a charming walled garden with a gravel path leading to the wrought-iron gate. Set against the backdrop of Wilby Hall, the gardenscape features a small pond, accentuated by yew topiaries, box and yew hedging. 

The interiors have been carefully preserved throughout its history, and the residence features period details throughout. Wilby Hall offers 7 bedrooms and several formal rooms, each offering views of the gardens and grounds.

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