The seven-bedroom Palladian mansion, set on 15.5 acres was built around 1760
Princess Elizabeth, before she became Queen Elizabeth I, used to regularly visit the 18th-century property
The magnificent drive and grounds include an avenue of lime trees, thought to have been planted along the western boundary during the reign of Queen Anne, who is also reputed to have stayed at the Old Manor House.
Aside from regal visitors, the property took on a different function during the Second World War, housing Italian POWs in tents that became known as Camp 33.
While the main property dates back to the mid 18th century, a manor house is the first recorded building on the site in 1558.
An exterior view of the mid 18th century property from in front of the one-and-a-half acre lake it boasts
Room to roam: The landscaped gardens of the property, including the old oak tree that Princess Elizabeth once enjoyed afternoon tea under
The magnificent drive and grounds include an avenue of lime trees, thought to have been planted along the western boundary during the reign of Queen Anne, who is also reputed to have stayed at the Old Manor House.
Aside from regal visitors, the property took on a different function during the Second World War, housing Italian POWs in tents that became known as Camp 33.
While the main property dates back to the mid 18th century, a manor house is the first recorded building on the site in 1558.
Room to roam: The landscaped gardens of the property, including the old oak tree that Princess Elizabeth once enjoyed afternoon tea under
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