Property at a glance
- Grade II listed four to five bedroom period home, constructed of traditional brick and flint
- Situated on Vicar Street, one of Wymondham’s most sought-after addresses
- In the heart of the historic town centre with the impressive Wymondham Abbey as its backdrop
- Arranged over three floors with the addition of a spacious cellar with an area for wine.
- Abbeyway, 18 Vicar Street offers approximately 2,500 sq ft of versatile living accommodation
- Sitting on a generous 0.27 acre plot with 160ft rear garden with mature fruit trees and a variety of plants and shrubs
- Two garages (one fitted with a butler’s sink and water supply) and parking for up to four vehicles
- Period charm, generous space and exceptional views of one of Norfolk’s most iconic landmarks.
- Motivated sellers, offering the advantage of no onward chain and the opportunity of a smooth and swift completion.
- See our full online listing for further details including flood risk, broadband speed and other material information
About the property
FIXED PRICE £750,000. Moneyproperties proudly present this fine Grade II listed period home, constructed of traditional brick and flint, is situated on Vicar Street, one of Wymondham’s most sought-after addresses, right in the heart of the historic town centre. Arranged over three floors with the addition of a spacious cellar with an area for wine. This versatile four to five bedroom residence displays a wealth of original architectural features and timeless character throughout. Further benefits to this property include the roof having been replaced in 2010, together with and new electrical wiring and plumbing.
Arguably, one of the best plots for location in the entire town.
To the rear, the property enjoys delightful views of Wymondham Abbey, one of Norfolk’s most significant medieval landmarks, providing a truly exceptional backdrop and regular sightings of peregrine falcons, this year in particular the current owners have enjoyed seeing for the first time chicks hatch and mature.
Rich in history, both the house and the street reflect the heritage of the town itself. Built in 1758 and occupied since the early 18th century, the property has been associated with several notable local families, including the Bales (Quakers and its longest occupants for 140 years), followed by the Cann, Carver and Colman families. In the 1900s it was home to Dr Thomas Colman, a local surgeon, and later the Culley family. For the past twenty-four years, the current owners, the vendors have enjoyed this remarkable home with the Abbey as their daily outlook.
Abbeyway, 18 Vicar Street offers approximately 2,500 sq ft of versatile living accommodation comprising five bedrooms, three bathrooms, a study, living room and kitchen, along with a wine cellar, utility area and a beautifully newly constructed garden room that blends seamlessly with the character of the house.
Outside, the well-stocked garden features mature planting and fruit trees, creating a peaceful and private setting. The property further benefits from two garages (one fitted with a butler’s sink and water supply) and parking for up to four vehicles — a rare and valuable feature for a town centre property within this conservation area.
This is a unique opportunity to acquire a distinguished historic home in one of Wymondham’s most desirable locations, combining period charm, generous space and exceptional views of one of Norfolk’s most iconic landmarks.
The current owners have secured their onward purchase and are therefore motivated sellers, offering the advantage of no onward chain and the opportunity of a smooth and swift completion.
It should also be noted that after a fire in 2009, in 2010, the roof was replaced and the property benefited from new electrical wiring and plumbing.
The current owners have also had a survey done upfront which is available to prospective buyers before instructing your own survey for peace of mind
Tenure: Freehold EPC: E Council Tax: E
Entrance Porch - 1.57m x 1.19m (5'2" x 3'11")
Entrance Hall - 4.78m x 1.19m (15'8" x 3'11")
Living Room with wood burning stove - 6.05m x 3.45m (19'10" x 11'4")
Inner Hall and Staircase - 2.77m x 1.5m (9'1" x 4'11")
Study / Dining Room with open fire - 4.55m x 3.45m (14'11" x 11'4")
Kitchen/Breakfast Room - 3.66m x 3.61m (12'0" x 11'10")
Stairs to Wine Cellar - 5.08m x 4.57m (16'8" x 15'0")
Utility Area
Rear Hallway - 3.05m x 1.22m (10'0" x 4'0")
Boot Room - 2.34m x 1.42m (7'8" x 4'8")
Shower Room with WC and basin - 2.34m x 1.47m (7'8" x 4'10")
Garden Room with vaulted ceiling - 4.32m x 3.43m (14'2" x 11'3")
First floor landing - 3.1m x 1.78m (10'2" x 5'10")
Main Bedroom with three built in wardrobes - 6.2m x 3.05m (20'4" x 10'0")
Bedroom Two with built in wardrobe - 4.78m x 2.97m (15'8" x 9'9")
Family Bathroom - 3.23m x 0.61m (10'7" x 2'0")
Stairs to Second Floor
Second Floor Landing - 2.49m x 1.52m (8'2" x 5'0")
Bedroom Three with built in wardrobe - 3.89m x 3.81m (12'9" x 12'6")
Bedroom Four - 4.04m x 3.2m (13'3" x 10'6")
Bedroom Five - 3.35m x 2.41m (11'0" x 7'11")
Second Floor Bathroom - 2.62m x 2.08m (8'7" x 6'10")
Outside
Plot Size 0.27 acres
Rear Garden - 48.77m x 19.81m (160'0" x 65'0")
Garden Shed - 2.44m x 2.13m (8'0" x 7'0")
Detached Garage with butlers sink, water supply and electrics - 6.32m x 3.18m (20'9" x 10'5")
Parking Area for four cars - 13.72m x 13.72m (45'0" x 45'0")
Attached Garage to the right of the property - 5.74m x 3.12m (18'10" x 10'3")
Planning : Details, if any, can be found on the South Norfolk Council Planning website.
Covenants, Rights and Restrictions: Please enquire with the selling agents for any information.
Broadband : Ultrafast Full Fibre FTTP. See Ofcom checker and Openreach website for more details.
Mobile phone : See Ofcom checker for coverage details.
Flood risk : Very Low risk of surface, rivers and seas according to Gov.uk website
Services : All mains services. Solar panels
Local Authority : Norfolk County Council and South Norfolk
Council Tax Band : E
Tenure : Freehold
EPC : E
Grade 2 listed

