A 17th century manor house in Chippenham with a wild art collection

Posted on Thu, 3 Jul 2025 by KiM

The Ivy forms the principal section of a glorious Grade I-listed manor house in Chippenham, built in 1728 for the lawyer and local MP John Norris. It is a seldom-seen example of the high English baroque, set in four acres of gardens designed by award-winning garden designers Julian and Isabel Bannerman. The house has undergone an extensive and highly sensitive programme of restoration works in recent years and is now exceptionally well presented. Internal accommodation extends to over 5,500 sq ft with five bedrooms and a series of beautifully designed living spaces. Additionally, it has an outdoor heated swimming pool.
Between the baroque period architecture, the contemporary art collection, the mix of modern and antique furniture, and the breathtaking gardens, this home is my absolute dream! With a pool to boot!!! For sale via Inigo.

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