What is the history of the property? Grade II listed 16th century Swafield Hall is mentioned in “The Buildings of England” by Nicolaus Pevsner and Bill Wilson.
What was the era and/or the architectural style in which the property was built? The Hall has a brick and flint Tudor North facade and a lime washed Georgian South elevation. The historic interiors include the stunning 17 meters long vaulted Ground Floor Hallway, with marble flooring and Georgian yellow walls and the chandeliers on the 18th century main staircase.
Has restoration work taken place? Extensive restoration was undertaken from 2015 to 2018
Are there any important guests or previous owners worth mentioning? Local legend reports that Admiral Nelson stayed in Swafield Hall, and some believe that the house is inhabited by a friendly ghost.
Has the property received any certifications for its historical status? The Hall is Grade II listed
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Apartment with Garden View - South WingThis apartment contains 2 bedrooms, a spacious lounge with old exposed oak beams, king-size bed and 42-inch flat-screen TV, antique chandeliers, antique fireplace, seating area and windows with the original shutters and garden views. The second bedroom is a separate twin bedroom. There is a main bathroom with a shower and direct access from both bedrooms, and a fully equipped private kitchen with a dining area for 7 people.
Apartment with Garden View - East WingThis apartment is situated in the 16th-century part of the house. It contains a 20 square metre bedroom with views to the fields and St Botholph Church in Trunch, a king-size bed, original exposed oak beams, flat-screen TV and an antique chandelier. There is an 18 square metre Victorian-style bathroom with a free-standing bath near the south-facing window, a rocking chair and an antique chandelier. You can enjoy views to the parterre and main lawn while taking a bath. There is an antique rocking chair and a bar/desk. There is also a private kitchen with a breakfast bar.
Suite with Garden ViewNelson’s Suite is situated on the first floor of Swafield Hall. It contains 250 square foot bedroom with bay sash windows and garden views, original exposed oak beams, polished wood floors, a king-size bed, 42-inch flat screen TV, crystal chandelier and antique furniture.
It retains its original features including antique plaster, servant's bell mechanisms, servant's door and 18th century doors. It has its own en-suite with Victorian-style shower and original fireplace.
Nelson's suite does not have a kitchen but there is a dining area on the ground floor in the large Victorian style conservatory, with a fridge, a microwave, crockery and cutlery.
Suite with Garden ViewBlue Suite Apartment is situated in the 16th century part of the house. It contains a bedroom, king-size bed, 42-inch flat screen TV and carpeted floors. Additional features include sash windows and views over the gardens. It has its own large, luxury en-suite with Victorian style bath/shower.
Blue Suite does not have a kitchen but there is a dining area on the ground floor in the large Victorian style conservatory, with a fridge, a microwave, crockery and cutlery.