A magnificent seven-bedroom residence, accompanied by a two-bedroom annex, nestled in the serene English countryside and once the childhood abode of a renowned British figure, is now available for purchase. Booton House, a grand three-story detached dwelling located in Norfolk, approximately 13 miles from Norwich’s city center, has been listed on the market for £1.3 million.
With a notable history, Booton House was once the childhood home of the esteemed actor, comedian, and writer Sir Stephen Fry, who expressed his affection for the property in his 1997 autobiography, “Moab is my Washpot.” Moving into the house in 1965 at the age of eight, Sir Stephen cherished his childhood abode so much that he carried a worn photograph of it in his wallet.
Displayed by property agents Jackson-Stops on Rightmove, the house boasts a gated entrance leading to a spacious private courtyard within a well-kept landscaped garden adorned with trees and shrubbery. Interior images reveal exquisite large wooden doors and windows, with many ground floor rooms featuring ornate fireplaces.
The residence offers generously sized rooms, including a sizable kitchen with a central island and wooden ceiling beams. The bedrooms are equally spacious, with one room showcasing a charming Beatrix Potter-style mural. The property, described as a “fabulous seven-bedroom period property,” spans around 7,000 sq ft over three floors in the main house, complemented by a separate two-bedroom annex. Situated in the rural village of Booton, the house sits on nearly an acre of landscaped gardens with ample gated parking.
Booton, a quaint village in Norfolk’s Broadland district, enjoys proximity to Reepham, Aylsham, and Norwich, as well as easy access to the Broads network and the North Norfolk Coast. The property’s listing highlights its connection to Sir Stephen Fry and its convenient location near the Norwich Northern Distributor Road.
Enthusiasts on Reddit marveled at the property, with one commenter noting the exceptional value for such a spacious estate. Speculation arose regarding the final selling price, with users praising the property’s location and expressing admiration for its features.
According to data from Rightmove, the estate was last sold in 2010 for £935,000.