Join your nearest and dearest in this large, countryside retreat near the Norfolk market town of Holt. The property sleeps ten guests and is the perfect base for a family reunion or a special get-together with friends, with dining areas both inside and outside and a choice of elegant social spaces. You’ll be within 15 miles of the North Norfolk coastline, where you’ll find seaside resorts such as Sheringham and Cromer.
The stylish barn conversion sits within the grounds of the owner’s home and is reached via a private driveway. Inside, the property oozes character, with a fabulous vaulted ceiling and exposed beams and brickwork. Elegant furniture adds a sense of grandeur to each room, and colourful soft furnishings and paintwork add personality and style. At the heart of the home is a spectacular lounge/diner with ample seating for everyone arranged around a Sky TV and cosy wood burner. At one end is a grand dining table for hosting dinner parties and special occasions. The farmhouse-style kitchen is full of original character and has plenty of worktop space and equipment to cater for a large group, as well as a breakfast table for informal dining. Just off the kitchen is a handy utility room. In the evenings, challenge each other to a game of snooker in the games room. Four of the five bedrooms are on the ground floor, all with en-suite facilities. Steep stairs lead to the twin bedroom and a shower room on the first floor. This room has restricted head height and makes a great base for older children seeking a little independence. Outside, dine alfresco on the enclosed patio, which has an array of outdoor furniture and a BBQ. There’s also a bubbling hot tub for enjoying a relaxed evening under the stars. Beyond the patio is a large, fenced garden with a lawn and children’s play equipment, as well as a summer house with a pool table and dartboard. Guests are also welcome to walk through the surrounding woodlands.
The Georgian market town of Holt (7 miles) has a fabulous array of independent boutiques and galleries to explore, along with many coffee shops and restaurants. Here, you can hop on the steam trains of the North Norfolk Railway, which chug through the beautiful countryside to the seaside resort of Sheringham, with its sandy beach and colourful beach huts. For quiet, countryside walks, head to Holt Country Park (6 miles), or explore the grounds of the nearby National Trust properties of Felbrigg Hall (13 miles) and Blickling Estate (9 miles).