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Find a Cottage > North & Mid Norfolk > Colby > The Old Post Office



Colby

The Old Post Office

  (Prop Ref: 1020)

From £227 - 363 per week

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Lying just two and a half miles to the north of the bustling market town of Aylsham, Colby  is a small village in a peaceful rural location. The small historic town of Aylsham itself offers a good selection of shops, pubs and restaurants. It also has the fabulous National Trust property of Blickling Hall on its doorstep and is home to the Bure Valley Steam Railway too. The seaside town of Cromer, famous for its crabs, is just eight miles away. A short drive across country will find you in the heart of the Norfolk Broads at Wroxham. The property is ideally situated for access to all that Norfolk has to offer.

The Old Post Office cottage has been converted from what was originally the village Post Office. Situated next to the owner's home, it offers comfortable and spacious accommodation on one level in a quiet location. The cottage has its own patio area and is within easy walking distance of the pub at Banningham. The area is superb for cycling and walking.  Shop: 2.5 miles  Pub: 500 yards

Accommodation

Open Plan Room with Sitting Area with comfortable seating, widescreen TV with Freeview, DVD player and  CD hi-fi
Kitchen Area with electric cooker, fridge with icebox, convection oven with microwave and grill, washing machine and dining table and chairs
Bedroom 1 with a double bed
Bathroom with bath, over-bath electric shower, washbasin and w.c.

Garden: Small enclosed patio area with garden furniture. Barbecue available.
Parking: For one car.
Heating: O.F.C.H.
Also Provided: Towels, books, games and CDs.




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At a glance
  • 4 star accommodation
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Bedroom
  • Change over day: Saturday
  • No smoking
  • No pets
  • Bed Linen provided
  • Towels provided
  • Welcome Pack provided

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Mr & Mrs Jeffery wrote
Many thanks to the owners for making us feel so welcome. We have enjoyed our stay here and congratulate you on a comfortable and well equipped accommodation.


Mr & Mrs Horner wrote
Found the cottage just right for us. The welcome cakes and fresh milk on arrival were much appreciated. We would highly recommend our stay to the folks back home.


Mr & Mrs O'Hanlon wrote
Thanks for a wonderful holiday in your cosy cottage. We will take home many happy memories of all the places we have visited.


Mr & Mrs Parsons wrote
The cottage was perfect, well equipped and comfortable. There was lots to see and do in the local area and we have had a lovely holiday.


Rev Phillips wrote
A lovely cottage with everything you needed. We were very comfortable and really enjoyed our stay.


Mr & Mrs Washbrook wrote
We enjoyed our stay, the cottage is very comfortable and cosy. Great having a pub in walking distance especially as the staff are so friendly and the food is good. This was our first visit to Norfolk but it won't be our last.


Mr & Mrs Griffin wrote
Many thanks for the wonderful stay in your lovely cottage. A peaceful holiday in a lovely part of the country.


Mr & Mrs Ogg wrote
We had a most relaxing holiday here.


Mr & Mrs Pettitt wrote
We had a lovely stay in your cosy cottage.


Mr & Mrs Johnson wrote
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and we were made to feel very welcome.


Mr & Mrs Greechan wrote
Had a great time staying here and a great place to come back to after a busy day. We shall certainly recommend you to family and friends.


Mr & Mrs Gibbs wrote
Wish we could have stayed here longer than the 3 nights. A real nice place to stay while exploring the area.


Mr & Mrs Ford wrote
Thanks for all the little touches. A great place for our short break to re-charge the batteries.


Mr H wrote
Lovely break, fantastic weather and excellent bird watching. The bungalow had everything we needed.


Mr R wrote
Thank you for a lovely, peaceful stay, it was exactly what we needed. The property was very welcoming and a great place to come back to after a busy day.


Mr L wrote
A restful stay in your comfortable and well equipped cottage.


Mr T wrote
Thank you we have had a lovely week in your very comfortable and well equipped cottage. Who said Norfolk was flat, not North Norfolk. Thank you for the welcome tray, perhaps this cottage could be a bakers shop!


Mrs H wrote
Had a lovely time, it was so peaceful. We visited so many lovely places and the weather was the icing on the cake.


Mrs O wrote
Well equipped, comfortable and a good base for seeing Norfolk.


Mr R wrote
The Old Post Office is truly a home from home. It is so comfortable and well equipped and we enjoyed our stay very much. The extras of flowers, cakes, etc were much appreciated.


Mrs H wrote
We were very pleased with the Old Post Office and all your welcoming touches. Very comfortable and warm.


Mrs C wrote
We enjoyed our stay in this cosy cottage and it was lovely watching so many birds feeding in the pretty patio garden.


Mrs N wrote
The cottage is delightful and well equipped. We have had a wonderful visit to Norfolk and thnk you for your hospitality.


Mr F wrote
We have had a lovely week at The Old Post Office, enjoying excellent meals out at The Crown. We thank the owners for the warm welcome and goody tray.


Mr G wrote
We had a comfortable and enjoyable holiday.


Mr G wrote
We have had a super time at this delightful cottage. The weather has been so kind and the North Norfolk area is beautiful. Thanks to the owners for thier hospitality.


Mr T wrote
Delightful home from home and well deserves its 4 star grading. The warm welcome and tasty goodies were much appreciated.


Mr C wrote
Lovely, comfortable and well equipped cottage. We have enjoyed our stay and have had some great days out. Walks along the coastal path were good especially from Cromer to Overstrand along the cliff top. We enjoyed a boat trip on the Broads and the steam train ride on the Poppy line.


Mr P wrote
Lovely cottage, very well equipped and many thanks for your hospitality.


Mrs W wrote
Had a wonderful week in your delightful little cottage. The food and hospitality at The Crown was exceptional. Thanks for the treats.


Mr S wrote
Had a lovely week in your comfortable and well equipped cottage. Very peaceful and thank you for the welcome tray.


Mrs S wrote
A lovely cottage, a home from home and perfect for peace and quiet. The welcome and food at The Crown are excellent.


Mr B wrote
Enjoyed our stay very much in a lovely cottage. We were very relaxed and loved the countryside.


Mr W wrote
This is our second visit to this cottage and we have had a lovely week again. Thanks to the owners, the cakes were wonderful.


Mrs H wrote
A delightful cottage with everything one needs. Thanks for your hospitality and welcome tray.


Mrs W wrote
Perfect cottage for two. Had a lovely week exploring the area.


Mr G wrote
Lovely comfortable cottage, village and pub. Fresh veg just down the road as well. Really enjoyed the area and coastline.


Mrs A wrote
A wonderful week in a lovely cottage, so peaceful and comfortable, just right for relaxing. The four stars are well deserved and a big thank you to the owner for the thoughtful extras, the cakes were yummy.


Mr H wrote
The best cottage we have stayed in. We had a wonderful week and hope to return to Norfolk in the future.


Mr H wrote
Lovely, very well equipped cottage. A real home from home and a perfect base for exploring.


Mr H wrote
This is an excellent base for exploring North Norfolk and the Broads. The cottage is a delight, cosy, warm and well equipped. The Crown Inn just down the road serves lovely food at reasonable prices and has excellent friendly service.


Mr & Mrs Mackie wrote
The cottage is delightful and well equipped. The welcome tray and fresh flowers were much appreciated. We spent a lovely week exploring the area.


Mr & Mrs Clements wrote
Thanks for the warm welcome. We were extremely happy with the delightful cottage.


Mr & Mrs Bayliss wrote
Lovely accommodation in a lovely setting.


Mr & Mrs Baker wrote
A thoroughly enjoyable week. Trips to National Trust properties, Bure Valley and Poppy Line railways and boat trip on the Broads.


Mr & Mrs Camp wrote
The Old Post Office was better than I expected. The warm welcome, the coast and country and the lovely people of Norfolk have restored my faith in the great british holiday.


Mr & Mrs Cooper wrote
Accommodation, food and hospitality was all first class.


Mr & Mrs Monaghan wrote
Excellent cottage, should be 5 star!


Mr & Mrs Riley wrote
We have had a lovely week staying in this delightful cottage.


Mr & Mrs Motler wrote
Super cottage, super hospitality and a super holiday. See you next year.


Mr & Mrs Gogerly wrote
A most well appointed cottage and idealy situated for touring the area.


Mr & Mrs webber wrote
Thank you for a very comfortable place to stay.


Mr & Mrs Powell wrote
A lovely well equipped cottage. Thank you for the welcoming tray of cakes. We have enjoyed our stay in Norfolk. The Crown Inn nearby was excellent.


Mr & Mrs Styles wrote
Beautiful cottage, very cosy and just the right size for two. Fully equipped with all you could need and the perfect base for a relaxing break.


Mr R Clark wrote
The property was beautifully kept. The owners were very welcoming.


Mrs L Stevenson wrote
The owner gave us a very warm welcome and we had everything we needed.


Mr R Ringrose wrote
Excellent all round and we were impressed with the warm welcome we received when we arrived.


Mrs P J Pink wrote
Excellent, clean and everything in good order. All our needs were catered for.


Mrs A Neale wrote
Extremely well equipped, very welcoming - owner baked cakes and left milk and teabags etc on arrival!


Miss C Elcombe wrote
We were very impressed by everything offered at the property.


Mrs H Carey wrote
Lovely property and we had a lovely holiday.


Mrs G Oxlade wrote
Very well equipped and the owner was very pleasant and left a plate of home cooked sausage rolls and scones which was very kind after a long journey. We liked its position for country walks and picturesque drives to reach anywhere.


Mrs J Holmes wrote
The property was very comfortable and warm.


Mr RC Titterington wrote
We thought the property was excellent value for money. As a base for visiting attractions in Norfolk it could not have been in a better location.


Mr R Maskew wrote
Thoroughly met our requirements.


Mr Garside wrote
The property had everything you could need.


Mrs P Archer wrote
There was not one thing I could find wrong, it was perfect. Really liked the seclusion of the property.


Mr J Greechan wrote in March 2009
Great for couples, a visit to Aylsham is a must.


Mr K Cooper wrote in August 2009
Just perfect


Mr A N Baker wrote in August 2009
Definitely stay at The Old Post Office again, very warm welcome by the owner including some excellant cakes in the welcome pack.


Mrs L Clements wrote in July 2009
Beutifully kept property, the welcome pack of food was superb and made us feel at home immediately, home made goodiese were lovely.


Mrs M Boyns wrote in June 2010
Norfolk is a beautiful county. From the welcome tray inside the cottage and the beaming smile from Heather the owner, the whole experience was fantastic.


Mrs W Urwin wrote in July 2010
We were very happy with the property overall. The oweners were excellent. The cottage had everything we needed.