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18th Century, former cart shed and stables | The Old Saddlery, Colkirk, near Fakenham
Comfortable living space | The Old Saddlery, Colkirk, near Fakenham
Cosy wood burner | The Old Saddlery, Colkirk, near Fakenham
Living room | The Old Saddlery, Colkirk, near Fakenham
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

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  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
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Colkirk, near Fakenham
  • Popular LocationPensthorpe Natural Park8 min drive
  • Popular LocationThe Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham10 min drive
  • Popular LocationNorfolk Coast12 min drive
  • AirportNorwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)37 min drive

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Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Bird watchers, walkers, cyclists and foodies will all be spoilt for choice, and after a day of adven

Bird watchers, walkers, cyclists and foodies will all be spoilt for choice, and after a day of adventures, what a joy to return to The Old Saddlery to relax and unwind.. Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Bedroom 1: Single (3ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, (Accessed Via Bedroom 1) (Ensuite Also Accessed Via Hallway) Ensuite: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 3: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bathroom: Slipper Bath, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate (bottom of stairs only). Welcome pack. Enclosed lawned garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: This property has a natural water supply from a borehole. . Situated in a quiet position overlooking grazed meadowland, quite often the flight path of the resident barn owl, The Old Saddlery is a short distance from the main 16th-century Colkirk Hall farmhouse, rumoured to play host to members of the Gun Powder Plot. The property dates back to the mid-1700s, formally a cart shed and stables and latterly a saddlery through until the mid-1980s when it was remodelled into the Old Saddlery. You will find the first floor situated within the eaves of the property containing bedroom three, along with a bathroom. Great care was taken to preserve some original features such as the beams, but to provide all the modern conveniences needed for a great stay. With two bathrooms, one of which features a free-standing bath, and a cosy living area with a wood burner, there are really lots of reasons to choose this cottage for your holiday.
Coast lovers can be in Wells-next-the-Sea in 20 minutes. Here you will find a wide sandy beach with pretty coloured beach huts, a picturesque quay and a lovely assortment of boutique shops, cafés and restaurants. Head west and explore a coastline littered with pretty coastal villages with beaches and marshes galore. Go as far as Hunstanton and enjoy all the fun of the fair or explore the Sealife Centre. Then head east and stop off at Blakeney to enjoy the traditional pursuit of crabbing or visit Cromer with its famous pier and seasonal end of pier show. The Holkham Hall and Blickling Estates are within easy reach, as is Sandringham, the Hanseatic Quarter of Old Kings Lynn and the medieval city of Norwich. Beach 13 miles. Shop 1½ miles, pub ½ mile and restaurant 4½ miles.
Free WiFi

The property is located on a working farm.
Children must be supervised on site due to possible safety hazards.
Pets must be kept on a lead at all times.
The water is from a spring, well or borehole, and not a mains supply.
Only dogs allowed at the property.

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English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Golf view

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Fakenham

Located in Fakenham, this cottage is in a rural area. Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse and Dereham History & Bishop Bonner's Cottage Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Woad Centre and Hampton's Home and Garden. Whitwell and Reepham Station and Natural Surroundings are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Colkirk, near Fakenham

What's nearby

  • Pensthorpe Natural Park - 8 min drive
  • The Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham - 10 min drive
  • Norfolk Coast - 12 min drive
  • Wells-next-the-Sea Beach - 17 min drive
  • Holkham Hall - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Mid-Norfolk Railway Dereham - 21 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Blue Boar Inn - 4 min drive
  • Kings Head Hotel - 9 min drive
  • The Bell - 6 min drive
  • The Bell - 2 min drive
  • The Ordnance Arms - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bird watchers, walkers, cyclists and foodies will all be spoilt for choice, and after a day of adven pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bird watchers, walkers, cyclists and foodies will all be spoilt for choice, and after a day of adven?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bird watchers, walkers, cyclists and foodies will all be spoilt for choice, and after a day of adven?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bird watchers, walkers, cyclists and foodies will all be spoilt for choice, and after a day of adven located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Pensthorpe Natural Park and within 9 miles (15 km) of Woad Centre and The Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham. Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse and Norfolk Coast are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Fantastic time.
Fantastic time. Beautiful outlook. Comfortable beds etc
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10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Can not recommend the Old Saddlery enough.
Can not recommend the Old Saddlery enough. Lovely remote location down a farmers lane. 15/20 minute walk to local pub however was under refurbishment when we went. Enclosed garden perfect for kids and dogs. Cottage so incredibly cosy. The whole house flowed really well and really was a home from home. Beds incredibly comfortable, lovely welcome basket on arrival. Local Tesco 7 minute drive. Wells-Next-The-Sea 14 minute drive. Highly recommend Holkham Nature Reserve / Beach if you have dogs for a walk. Fantastic value for money and already looking for a weekend to rebook next year.
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8/10 Good

Valerie

We (and the dogs) enjoyed our week at The Old Saddlery, despite the damp weather.
We (and the dogs) enjoyed our week at The Old Saddlery, despite the damp weather. The cottage is well placed to explore all areas of Norfolk and, although in a rural position, it is close to Fakenham with all its amenities, restaurants etc. It’s a shame that the local pub was not open when we walked there (a sign outside was advertising for a new tenant ) and we were directed to another pub in a nearby village. The cottage is very dog friendly with laminate flooring and spongeable rugs, a separate living room and a dog/child gate at the bottom of the stairs to prevent our excitable border terriers from exploring upstairs. (So many cottages are open plan but specify that dogs should be kept off the furniture and not allowed upstairs, which can be a very difficult task overnight.) The enclosed lawned garden (no plants apart from the hedge) is dog proof for even small dogs.
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

A beautiful well equiped cottage.
A beautiful well equiped cottage. Thoroughly enjoyed our time there. Disappointing that there is no local shop but nice friendly pub.
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10/10 Excellent

Roxanne

The cottage was very clean and well-equipped.
The cottage was very clean and well-equipped. The welcome basket of fresh bread, butter and jam was thoughtful but the chilled bubbly even better! Parking was ample, the kitchen was perfect for a foodies because there are so many good farm shops, it was great to be able to enjoy some home-cooking of local produce and relax in the garden. The cottage is so central to trips to Norwich, Cromer, Hunstanton etc and there is plenty to do and see. Shops are close, including a very good fish and chips shop. There was an issue with the boiler and that was addressed by Charles very quickly. The only hiccup was the local pub, run by a rather rummy character, who greeted our entry on Sunday early evening (for a quick drink) with 'I hope you aren't expecting any food'. The bar area was a bit smelly and tired-looking. Hence the 8 score.

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