Holiday Cottages in Norfolk
South Norfolk
South Norfolk is rural, tranquil and a historical treasure trove. And, like the rest of this wonderful county is boasts it offers an enormous variety of all kinds of accommodation.
When looking for holiday cottages in Norfolk, you're really spoilt for choice: from quaint thatched cottages to grandiose barns.
So, again, here's a little selection of holiday cottages in South Norfolk that really make me wish it was time to go on holiday:
| Harleston | Hingham | Bawburgh | Saxlingham Thorpe |
| Old Hall Farmhouse | Harleston | Sleeps 8-9 |
Situated on the border between Norfolk and Suffolk, this house - which hardly deserves the name of cottage - is a fine example of a Suffolk longhouse and spacious enough to cater for a large family or group of friends. It sleeps eight!
The house dates back to 1420, but has been thoroughly modernised in the intervening years. It even boasts an indoor heated pool.
Outside it's surrounded by rolling countryside, fine views and the owner's working farm.
the boating centres of Bungay and Beccles with their antique shops, cafes, restaurants are close, as are Norwich and even the Suffolk coast.
The house is very comfortably furnished, but many of its character features have been preserved. If you like beams, then this house has plenty good examples and there's a woodburner for the chillier days of the year.
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| Bank House | Hingham | Sleeps 4 |
This is one of those holiday cottages in Norfolk that looks as if it should belong in a movie.
Steeped in history, this cottage has everything you expect from a house dating to the 15th century: low beams, steep stairs, uneven sloping pammett floors, living room with wood-burning stove ... and even its own small garden.
It's just a short stroll from the market place in the fine ancient town of Hingham.
Explore the Grade II listed, Georgian architecture and interesting shops. Try out the local pub or have a round of golf.
And if you want to venture further afield, the coast, the Broads and Thetford Forest are all reachable within 40 mins or so.
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| Mill Cottage | Bawburgh | Sleeps 4-5 |
Mill Cottage is an ideal choice for a family holiday.
It might feel as if you're in the middle of nowhere, but - in fact - you're only 5 miles from Norwich with its castle, museums, shops, market and restaurants.
The tiny village of Bawburgh, which nestles in the valley of the River Yare, is an excellent base for exploring Norfolk.
You can start right in the village with the 17th century tavern, The King's Head or try your hand at a round of golf.
Only a short drive away are the beaches of the North Norfolk coast or traditional seaside towns like Sheringham and Cromer. And if you turn towards the south and east you're in the Norfolk Broads in no time at all.
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| The Lodge | Saxlingham Thorpe | Sleeps 14 |
Here's one of the many holiday cottages in Norfolk that can harbour the whole tribe in style.And what style!
The Lodge stands proudly in three and half acres of land, which is divided into formal garden and the remainder is beautifully landscaped.
The Lodge is elegantly furnished, so that staying here you can fancy yourself in an Austen novel, or expect Mr Sherlock Holmes to descent the staircase clad in his ornate dressing gown.
There's an open fire in the drawing room, an Aga in the kitchen and tastefully decorated bedrooms. And the library is not to be sneezed at, either.
Very clearly, the house has been lovingly refurbished by its current owner to create a relaxing and stylish environment, and is perfect as a location for family celebrations.
But you don't have to stay home all the time you're there, becuase exploring Norfolk and Suffolk is equally easy. The historical market towns of Diss, Lodden and Wymondham are well worth a visit and the unspoilt north Norfolk coast with its pretty coastal villages and the Norfold Broads are only a short drive away.
And Norwich, with its Norman castle, cathedral, market and myriad of shops and restaurants is only six miles distant.
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South Norfolk has always attracted people who sought tranquillity. These days many of us also love to explore the tiny villages, the market towns with their myriad of independent little shops and the countryside in between. I couldn't think of a better way to spend my holidays.
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